Front suspension "Kalina". Recommendations for repair and operation of Lada Kalina

Kalina front suspension, device diagram with explanation

Boot (1), ball joint (2), snap ring (3), wheel bearing nut (4), protective cap (5), hub (6), wheel bearing (7), steering knuckle (8), brake disc front wheel (9), brake shield (10), nut (11), eccentric bolt (12), swing arm (13), front suspension spring (14), shock absorber rod (15), upper spring cup (16), shock absorber upper mount (17), shock rod nut (18), shock absorber upper mount bearing (19), spring spacer (20), compression stroke buffer (21), protective cover (22), telescopic strut (23), drive front wheel shaft (24), anti-roll bar mounting bracket (25), front suspension brace (26), anti-roll bar (27), anti-roll bar link (28), front suspension arm (29).

Rotary mechanisms

When repairing the Lada Kalina, it is necessary to take into account the fact that after intervention in the design of the front suspension, it will be necessary to adjust the camber and toe of the wheels. A swing arm is installed on the shock absorber strut. Moreover, on two identical racks its position will be different. This lever has a hole into which the tie rod end is installed. Its length can be changed using a specially designed coupling.

The steering knuckle is secured to the front strut bracket using two bolts and nuts. The upper bolt has an oval washer, with which the camber of the wheels is adjusted. By rotating the bolt, you move the steering knuckle relative to the front strut. At the bottom it is secured by a ball joint to the wishbone of the suspension.

Knocking in the front suspension on Kalina, reasons for the knocking

There are four main reasons for squeaks and knocks in the front suspension:

• Quality of the road surface. Yes, even the newest and most ideal suspension can knock and squeak on bad roads, even if this has not been observed before. To test this theory, drive a few hundred meters along a well-paved road. If there is no knock, then the suspension is ok. Otherwise, see the second reason.
• If the knock is accompanied by vibration in the steering wheel, then its cause is a faulty steering rack or thinning brake discs.
• The third reason is springs that have lost their tone, which is why the car body actually hits the suspension.
• A thin silent block designed to dampen knocks and vibrations when driving.

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• Replacing the oil filter
• Replacing the air filter
• Replacing the cabin filter
• Replacing the fuel filter
• Replacing spark plugs
• Replacing brake fluid
• Adjusting the headlights
• Full car painting
• Front bumper painting
• Rear bumper painting
• Painting the front door
• Hood painting
• Painting the roof rails
• Painting thresholds
• Front fender painting
• Painting the back door
• Rear fender painting
• Roof painting
• Engine diagnostics
• Cylinder head repair
• Flushing the engine oil system
• Engine overhaul
• Injector flushing
• Diesel engine repair
• Injector repair
• Gasoline engine repair
• Replacing the timing belt
• Replacing front shock absorbers
• Replacing rear shock absorbers
• Replacing the front stabilizer link
• Replacing the rear stabilizer link
• Replacement of silent blocks of front levers
• Replacement of rear beam silent blocks
• Replacing the ball joint
• Replacing front brake pads
• Replacing rear brake pads
• Replacing front brake discs
• Replacing rear brake discs
• Replacing the power steering pump
• Replacing the steering rack
• Replacing the steering column
• Replacing the steering rod
• Replacing tie rod ends
• Power steering pump repair
• Replacing power steering hose
• Steering rack bulkhead
• Wheel alignment
• Cardan shaft repair
• Manual transmission transfer case repair
• CVT repair
• Replacing the fuel tank
• Replacing fuel sensors
• Replacing the fuel pump
• Replacing the fuel pipe
• Replacing the fuel system
• Air conditioner repair
• Refilling the air conditioner
• Cabin heater repair
• Washing and cleaning the air conditioner
• Suspension diagnostics
• Technical inspection
• Brake system diagnostics
• Manual transmission diagnostics
• Pre-trip diagnostics
• Electrical diagnostics
• Diagnostics before purchase
• Computer diagnostics
• Electrical wiring repair
• Starter repair
• Generator repair
• Re-alignment of 4 wheels
• Seasonal wheel change
• Changing the engine oil
• Changing the automatic transmission oil
• Changing the oil in the variator
• Replacing the timing chain
• Replacing the front wheel bearing
• Replacing the rear wheel bearing
• Replacing antifreeze
• Wheel balancing
• Replacing the cylinder head
• Replacing valve stem seals
• Front bumper repair
• Rear bumper repair
• Replacing the front bumper
• Replacing the rear bumper
• Front door repair
• Rear door repair
• Replacing the front door
• Rear door replacement
• Elimination of body distortion
• Correcting wing distortion
• Wheel arch repair
• Wing repair
• Wing replacement
• Dent Removal
• Painting the trunk
• Painting door moldings
• Painting wing moldings
• Painting the door handle
• Painting rear view mirrors
• Local painting of body parts
• Repair of fuel system of gasoline engines
• Repair of fuel system of diesel engines
• Cleaning engine injectors
• Replacing silent blocks of the rear gearbox
• Replacing front gearbox silent blocks
• Replacing the support bearing
• CV joint replacement
• Replacing the stabilizer bushing
• Manual transmission oil change
• Replacing a manual transmission
• Replacing the clutch master cylinder
• Troubleshooting manual transmission
• Manual transmission bulkhead
• Automatic transmission diagnostics
• Automatic transmission replacement
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• Automatic transmission transfer case repair
• Replacing the steering shaft
• Replacing the steering shaft crosspiece
• Replacing the steering rack bushing
• Replacing the steering rack oil seal
• Replacing tie rod ends
• Replacing the steering gear
• Replacing the steering rack boot
• Replacing the steering cardan
• Steering rack repair
• Steering column repair
• Steering gear repair
• Steering rod repair
• Steering gear bulkhead
• Replacing power steering fluid
• Changing the power steering oil
• Replacing the power steering belt
• Replacing power steering oil seal
• Replacing the power steering bearing
• Repair of power steering steering rack
• Repair of power steering hoses
• Fuel system diagnostics
• Replacing the fuel valve
• Replacing fuel hoses
• Fuel pump repair
• Fuel tank repair
• Fuel injector repair
• Repair of fuel pressure pumps
• Fuel filter repair
• Cooling system diagnostics
• Generator replacement
• Replacing the alternator belt
• Starter replacement
• ECU repair
• Air conditioner diagnostics
• Replacing the manual transmission clutch
• Manual transmission repair
• Replacing a manual transmission clutch
• Storage of tires R13-15 (set of 4 pcs., month)
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• Dry cleaning of all door trims + preservation of plastic and leather if available
• Dry cleaning of velor seats (1 front or ½ rear)
• Dry cleaning of leather seats (1 front or ½ rear)
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• Ceiling dry cleaning
• Cleaning the interior and air conditioning with an ozone generator (Ozone Generator)
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• Protective coating "NANO varnish" of all chrome parts
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• Cleaning all glass inside
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Experienced car service specialists are ready to perform work of any complexity, in accordance with the requirements and recommendations of the manufacturer. In the technical centers of a leading car dealer, you can use services such as mechanics and body repairs, warranty service, scheduled maintenance, diagnostics, tire fitting, balancing, etc.

Replacing silent blocks on Kalina step by step

First remove the wishbone:

1. Remove the wheel and spray all the control arm joints with WD-40.
2. When the lubricant penetrates into hard-to-reach places, start unscrewing the bolts.
3. Remove the ball joint bolt, but first remove the cotter pin from the bolt.
4. Next, unscrew the mounting bolt of the longitudinal tension joint and remove it.

5. Then unscrew the bolt and nut securing the stabilizer link.

6. The next step is the control arm bolt. After dismantling the bolt and nut, you can remove the lever.

Next we move on to the rubber-metal hinge of the longitudinal extension:

1. Having previously clamped the lever in a vice, knock out the silent blocks one by one using a thin flat-head screwdriver or chisel.

2. If during removal the metal base of the lever remains in the lever, you will also have to knock it out and clean the seat from dirt.

3. Installation of new silent blocks is carried out by pressing them into the lever using a vice, with full fixation, striking the body with a hammer every 5-8 mm.

Cushion and stabilizer link:

1. Removing the stabilizer link is very simple. It is enough to unscrew the fastening bolt from the transverse arm; we simply release the second end from the stabilizer by simple rocking.
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2. To release the pillow, take the key “13” and unscrew two mounting bolts of the bracket, then release it.

3. When it is released, it can be removed by cutting it with a knife in the thinnest place, or removed from the stabilizer by lubricating it with WD-40 or a soap solution.

Cross Arm Bracket:

1. The largest silent block of the lever is located at the very base.
2. The easiest way to remove it is to set it on fire. When the rubber burns out on it, take it out and clean the seat. Of course, it can be pressed out through a vice, but this will take time.

3. Lubricate the new silent blocks with WD-40 or soap solution and install them in place using a 30mm socket and a vice, pressing it in.

WHAT ARE WE DOING

A year and a half ago, one of the first commercial Kalina of the second generation appeared in the editorial office. The VAZ-21927 index means, among other things, a new 1.6-liter 106-horsepower engine with an adjustable intake tract length. The car weighs a little more than a ton, many of the tuning company’s solutions were worked out on co-platform Ladas - and we decided to prepare the car for participation in amateur racing.

The RHHCC (Russian Hot Hatch Club Championship) is the country's most popular multi-stage competition, where drivers race around professional circuits in pursuit of the best lap times. There is no contact fighting: whoever covered the track faster wins (Time Attack format). Of the eight classes, our Kalina falls into City-Light with a power ceiling of 150 hp.

Front suspension spring Kalina, how to change the spring

Work order:

1. First, open the hood and loosen the upper fastening nut of the support to the rack: place a wrench set at “22” on the nut and loosen the fastening, holding the rod from turning with a wrench set at “9”. Just a few turns is enough.

2. Next, lift the front of the car with a jack and remove the wheel.

3. Remove the brake hose from its hook on the strut and move it to the side.

4. Next, apply penetrating lubricant to all connections.

5. Then unscrew the nut that secures the steering knuckle to the steering arm and knock the knuckle out using a hammer and pry bar, or press it out using a puller.

6. Now proceed to the lower mount of the rack, where you need to unscrew two nuts using keys “17” and “19”.

7. All that remains is to unscrew the three fastening nuts of the front supports to the glass (body).
8. Do not unscrew the last nut all the way so that the stand holds. When you disconnect the strut from the steering knuckle, you can unscrew the last nut and lower it down, holding it with your other hand.

9. Now you will need spring ties. They can be purchased at any auto store.
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10. Place them on both sides on the coils of the spring and, using these devices, compress them.

11. When the spring is sufficiently tightened and does not rest against the strut support, unscrew the top nut.

12. Remove the support together with the rubber band, cup and bearing.

13. Then you can remove the spring.

14. Assembly is performed in reverse order.
15. Pull the new springs to the required torque and place them on the rack. The bottommost turn should fit exactly into the recess.

VAZ car service - all types of repairs

We offer professional VAZ car service. Domestic Lada cars are the most popular in Russia. Most of our car enthusiasts drive them, so it is quite natural that they need a large repair base - a network of car service centers in St. Petersburg. We offer all types of repairs and maintenance of all Lada models.

Prices for VAZ car service at Forsazh service station

The cost of work may vary depending on the VAZ model.

The model range is quite wide, starting from the legendary “penny” 2101 and ending with the latest models Lada Kalina, Priora, Vesta, X-Ray. These are cars with different types of body, drive, electronics, gearboxes and other components, so VAZ repair is a separate area with its own subtleties and nuances.

Depending on the year of manufacture of the car, locksmith work may be added

Electrical work is determined by the time spent - at the rate of 1200 n/h

Repair and diagnostics of VAZ cars

The specialists of the Forsazh service station have extensive experience in the field of VAZ car service. Any routine maintenance, maintenance of Lada cars, repairs of any degree of complexity - we did all this efficiently and conscientiously more than once. We love our domestic cars, despite their shortcomings (which any car has) and appreciate them for their advantages: reliability, ease of maintenance and repair, adaptability to Russian conditions, wide tuning possibilities, design.

Our VAZ car service will perform a full range of repair work on these vehicles. Below are groups of works with specific examples.

• computer diagnostics of chassis, electrical equipment;
• engine repairs: overhaul, replacement of individual components, adjustment;
• repair and replacement of transmission and gearbox elements, transfer case;
• repair, replacement and adjustment of the brake system of VAZ cars;
• any electrical work (from adjusting headlights to replacing windshield washer nozzles);
• repair of electrical equipment;
• repair of the cooling system, replacement of the radiator, pipe, coolant, stove, etc.;
• any repairs to the rear and front suspension;
• repair work on the fuel system (injector flushing, carburetor replacement);
• comprehensive work on replacing muffler parts (reception, middle, rear);
• any reinforcement work (replacing a door with a bulkhead, installing a towbar, locker).

What models do we repair?

Our VAZ car service center is ready to undertake repairs of any Lada models, such as classics 2105, 2107, 2109, 2110, 2121 and others, as well as the latest models Lada Kalina, Priora, Vesta, Xray. Contact Forsazh, and we will provide you with high-quality service for any model at affordable prices.

Place an order for a VAZ car service

To order a service, call the numbers of a car service that is convenient for you: Forsazh on Tikhoretsky or Forsazh on Vitebsky, or sign up for work online using the repair registration form.

Dear visitors, we also offer fuel injection pump adjustment for cars of various brands.

Causes of breakdowns, as well as ways to eliminate them

It doesn’t matter what configuration the car is, be it a sedan or a hatchback, each of them needs regular inspections during operation. However, few car owners know about this. There is an opinion that during operation a car only needs a technical inspection, but this is not the case.

If you carry out regular inspections and identify breakdowns in the early stages, you can save yourself a lot of work and costs in the future.

Repair of Lada Kalina is based on a number of typical breakdowns, which can be avoided without making certain mistakes during operation. Among them:

One of the most important requirements is to maintain the temperature regime in the transmission. The transmission must not be allowed to overheat. In addition, it is recommended to regularly tighten the wheel nuts. Another important requirement is to regularly change the engine oil. It must be taken into account that the brand of oil must match the make of the car. For Lada, those motor oils that are intended for foreign cars are not suitable. Mixing brands of different manufacturing companies is considered unacceptable. It is necessary to monitor sounds and smells in the car; they can indicate a number of breakdowns. The most obvious is the smell of gasoline in the cabin. In this case, we can conclude that the fuel system is leaking. To avoid this problem, it is recommended to use only quality fuel from quality companies. It is necessary to monitor the presence of brake and coolant fluid. In addition, check the steering and brake pads

The life of the driver and passengers depends on this. Particular attention must be paid when operating the vehicle in winter. It is this period that requires the most careful driving, as the likelihood of damaging something is high.

During this period, a mandatory requirement is to change summer tires to winter ones. This ensures safe movement.

Tips for repairing a Lada Kalina car: a pro's guide

Lada Kalina is the most long-awaited car in the entire period of automobile production in Russia. AvtoVAZ approached the project of producing this model and the parameters of its compliance with international standards with great responsibility. Cars are produced in three body types (sedan, hatchback, station wagon) and with two types of engines.

Buying a car is always an important event for a car enthusiast and an essential condition for well-being. Not only the car itself is important, but also the ability to drive it and maintain it in proper condition. Inept repairs and operation worsen the condition of the machine; it may become unusable and require additional investments.

Gearbox lever rattling

For LADA Kalina, a typical malfunction is rattling in the area of ​​the gearshift lever, which mainly becomes noticeable when the engine is running at speeds of about 3000. The source of the side sound is the bushing, which is made a little thicker than necessary, and because of this, a gap appears in the mount. To resolve this problem you need to do the following:

1. remove the handle cover, which is attached with latches;
2. using two 13mm wrenches, unscrew the nut and bolt;
3. remove washers and bushings;
4. to eliminate rattling, the bushing in the middle needs to be slightly sharpened in width or the mount should be lubricated with sealant;
5. Having done this, mount everything back. The sealant does not help out every time, but if you sharpen the bushing by 0.3 mm, the result is guaranteed.

It’s safe to say that repairing a Lada Kalina car yourself is not so scary. Every car enthusiast has the opportunity to eliminate minor malfunctions of this car. You just need to believe in yourself, follow our advice and everything will work out!

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Basic problems and quick fixes

Lada Kalina is not difficult to maintain when dealing with liquids. So, you can change the oil yourself. To do this, you need a key for 17. If the station wagon engine capacity is 1.6 or 1.4, you need a little more than 3 liters of new fluid. We unscrew the filler cap on top, and under the body - a special plug-plug using a key. The waste solution will flow through this hole, so place a bucket in advance. The old oil filter is dismantled and a new one is installed; when the used fluid has been drained, you can add oil, checking the level with a dipstick.

Simple repairs are also carried out independently if the Lada Kalina does not meet the following parameters:

• creaking in the cabin and when driving - door lubrication and engine diagnostics;
• suspension is too stiff - replace or improve this part;
• electronics are not satisfactory, problems with the thermostat - replacement of faulty equipment;
• problems with reverse gear - diagnostics of brake and steering systems.

Many motorists admit that problems with this vehicle arise only after 100 thousand kilometers have been traveled. Do not forget that it is better to carry out routine diagnostics every year to exclude serious problems.

First generation Lada Kalina

Production of the first generation model lasted from 2004 to 2013. It was accompanied by the gradual development of the car and the improvement of its equipment. From the very beginning, the model was equipped with a 1.6 liter 8-valve engine, but already in 2007 it was replaced by a 16-valve version with more power.

From time to time, Lada Kalina cars were withdrawn after defects were discovered, but this did not prevent them from taking 4th place in popularity in the manufacturer’s territory. Despite promises of significant modernization, the production of representatives of the first generation gradually ceased from 2011. It was here that AvtoVAZ stopped producing the sedan model.

Second generation Lada Kalina

On May 16, 2013, production of the second generation began. The car received 2 body options: “hatchback” and “station wagon”. It has completely changed in appearance, the equipment has been improved and new options for more powerful engines that meet the EURO-4 standard have appeared.