Togliatti-made cars continue to be popular among numerous car enthusiasts. First of all, because of the affordable cost. However, even the most ardent fans of AvtoVAZ admit: the Lada Granta has many shortcomings. So those who want to get a faster and more comfortable ride, an aesthetic appearance of their car, soon after purchasing it begin to improve their purchase. Fortunately, tuning the Lada Granta Sport is not too complicated, it has been worked out and can largely be done with your own hands. And everything necessary for modernization is sold in specialized stores.
And instead of a heart - a fiery engine
- Car owners have long figured out all the disadvantages of the engines that Ladas are equipped with. They are inherent in almost all copies of the line.
- The engine often stalls when starting. Alternatively, it gains momentum too slowly. In urban conditions, taking into account traffic jams and traffic lights, driving the Lada Granta becomes difficult.
- The Granta does not move very well on rough roads and unpaved roads at low speeds. The car handles wet country roads especially poorly.
- There are also problems with high revs: driving through mud in this mode is simply dangerous.
- High climbs are, to put it mildly, not ideally overcome. You have to slow down before the hill, switch to 4th, or even 3rd gear.
All these problems are solved by chip tuning Lada Grants Sport. Jerks, drops and jerks disappear, the engine stops stalling every now and then, and “pulls” perfectly both on a normal highway and on wet country roads. Chip tuning grants sport eliminates endless switching on hills: they can be easily overcome by the car in fifth gear. The engine does not stall and starts from the first revolution, the time interval between pressing the pedal and the reaction to it disappears. Many drivers note that after chip tuning the Lada Granta Sport, the engine begins to run quieter and smoother. Chip tuning itself comes down to uploading improved firmware to the control unit. The operation is available for independent execution. If you are not confident in your programming abilities, contact a specialist. There are plenty of chip tuning specialists, and they charge relatively inexpensive prices for their services.
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How to humanize Granta
Not a single Tolyatti car can boast of excellent build quality and materials, as well as the freshness of engineering solutions. Granta is no exception. It went on sale almost 15 years later than planned and its original mission to replace the VAZ 2107 in the minds of the buyer failed miserably.
A huge audience that wanted to see Tolyatti cars in their garages preferred more practical and modern Koreans and inexpensive European models, so a certain part of the buyer for VAZ was lost forever. A naked Granta, with a virtually empty interior, is record-breakingly cheap. No more than 450 thousand. However, there are no queues for it, and all because the outdated design and design can no longer provide sane competition.
Power measurements after chipping
They can be made on special stands. We measure there without any problems, the only negative is that it’s a little expensive. Therefore, savvy car owners solved the problem within budgetary limits. It turns out that there is a special program for the phone that produces fairly accurate numbers. And if you do not strive for the filigree execution of a task, then it will certainly do. Similar programs for iPhones have already become famous. What should you do if you have an Android? And there are free options here. But, according to experts, their measurements are sometimes greatly distorted. There are paid ones, but they are inexpensive. It’s better to buy one of these, put it on your phone, enter the required data for your car and try to measure the changes in power after chipping the engine.
pros
What are the positive aspects of the increase in the number of cars?
- There is a huge manufacturing industry involved in manufacturing, selling and servicing automobiles, which means that numerous jobs are created.
- The comfort of people's lives increases. It is much more convenient to drive your own car than to depend on public transport, stomping to stops in the morning in the cold or heat, in the rain or snow.
- Well, there’s one more plus, maybe dubious, but still. It consists in the fact that a large number of cars produced leads to a similar growth in transport on the secondary market (where used cars flock from owners who have decided to replace the “iron horse”). Second-hand prices are low, so people with average earnings can afford a used car.
It is difficult to argue with the ambiguity of the phrase “A car is not a luxury, but a means of transportation.” You now know who the author of the expression is. Ilf and Petrov probably had no idea that it would become winged. But in vain.
And here are the owners’ reviews about chip tuning
- Of course, the factory firmware of the sports Grant has some bugs. If, for example, we drive in second, if we roll, we press on the gas, it does not gain momentum at all. Sometimes there are dips and jerks when switching. So I decided to get it chipped by a specialist. Immediately upon leaving the service station I noticed that it drove really well and came to life. The cutoff was set to 7200 - excellent sound. We added speed to the engine. In general, it was an interesting car. On some foreign cars, with additional chipping, you won’t even understand whether you did it or didn’t do it, there’s practically no difference. And here – everything is palpable, I’m happy! Now I’ll install the correct exhaust so it can breathe. Victor Levandovsky
- The difference is immediately noticeable after replacing the factory engine software. If previously the speed switching occurred at 4500 rpm, then after adjustment the switching occurs already at around 5000-5500 rpm. The response to the gas pedal has become faster. The power has increased, which allowed the Lada Granta with automatic transmission to slip. I was pleased with the work done (from the site https://xn--80aal0a.xn--80asehdb/car-description/reviews-tests/lada-granta-reviews-tests/421-chip-tyuning-dvigatelya-lada-granta-otzyvy .html).
- Video review:
I talked to my friends. Found a man. I asked for it. ADACT firmware for Sports. The car has become more interesting. Acceleration is observed throughout the entire range of engine operation. The cutoff is moved far away. But there is no point in turning it further than 6500, since the intake-exhaust phases are peculiar. I went to Krasnodar the same day. I filled it with 98 Lukoil. Traction appeared throughout the entire range. The gap disappeared when you unscrew the first one, then switch to the second one, my car “shut up” and became stupid. And now the operation of the internal combustion engine has become more elastic, the torque is more stable (from the site https://adact2.ru/chip-tuning/otzyvy/lada/granta). - And now about what interests most readers of this article. What has changed after tuning with the chip? The dullness of the gas pedal has disappeared, pickup from 3000 has become much better (and switching to a lower gear generally gives the effect of going to boost :D), the cutoff has shifted to around 7000 rpm (good for the future shaft, but that’s next summer), the failure when switching from 1 has disappeared by 2. Unfortunately, I did not notice any changes in consumption. As it was 10, it remains so (from the site https://adact2.ru/chip-tuning/otzyvy/lada/granta).
But in general, reviews about chip tuning of the Lada Grant are different. Some users do not share the opinions of the authors of the above videos and texts at all, preferring not to change the factory firmware of the engine. But do not forget that there are many firmwares that allow you to approach chipping each car individually. And what the result of replacing the software will be will also directly depend on the technician.
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Updating the factory firmware of the AMT Lada Granta robot box
Updating the factory firmware for the robot box or AMT (automated manual transmission) to the latest version UAA6CB060040. With the new software, shift times from 1st to 2nd gear and from 2nd to 3rd gear are reduced by 30%. Crawl mode is activated. This feature allows the vehicle to start moving forward without pressing the gas pedal. This option is needed to increase the comfort of the robot when driving in a traffic jam. To support confident starting in slippery conditions, the “winter mode” function has been added, which allows you to start moving from 2nd gear. Reprogramming the AMT takes approximately 20 minutes.
Important point: gas pedal
VAZ does not equip all models of its products with an electronic version of the gas pedal. If it is not on your Lada Grant Sport, tuning will include replacing the mechanics with electronics. This pedal provides the control unit with the ability to more accurately and quickly respond to the driver’s actions. The dosing of the force developed by the engine becomes jewelry-precise. An additional positive point is more economical fuel consumption.
If your Lada has an electronic pedal, you may encounter another problem: insufficient response to pressing the accelerator. It indicates that the throttle valve is operating with some delay. The owners of the Lada Granta Sport car figured out how to solve the problem long ago: tuning should be supplemented with a booster - a device that amplifies the signal. Its installation is elementary and does not require any special knowledge or specific tools. The booster is installed between the electronic control unit and the accelerator within half an hour. When changing gears, the acceleration gap disappears and the car accelerates in a shorter period of time.
Alternator belt overtightened
One of the most common problems with the Lada Grant is an overtightened alternator belt. As a rule, it does not last long, and car owners quickly run into trouble. To avoid problems, it is recommended to slightly modify the mount. You can do this in several ways:
- install a bracket from Lada Kalina instead of the original one;
- replace the oversized original generator bolt with smaller fasteners;
- install another bearing;
- install a Bosch generator instead of the native KATEK.
All methods are quite effective, although each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, you can choose the one that you find most convenient for yourself.
Increasing sports power
If you take care of your Lada Granta Sport, engine tuning should affect the filters. Factory - it is recommended to replace it with a zero resistance filter. It comes complete with special impregnation. Dust particles settle on the lubricant, and purified air passes at higher speeds through many microscopic holes.
The zero resistance filter provides:
- 10% above the normal rate of passing oxygen;
- more complete fuel combustion;
- increase in engine power by 3-5%, depending on the initial engine size.
The disadvantages of a zero resistance filter include:
- the need for private service. The filter should be washed at least every 10 thousand kilometers. And if you drive on country roads, then twice as often;
- purchase of a special cleaning agent;
- more frequent filter replacement - “nulevik” can withstand no more than 20 cleanings and new impregnations.
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If these nuances do not bother you, and you are interested in increasing the engine power, you can replace the filter yourself. The factory air filter is removed along with the housing, and a zero filter is installed in its place.
Maintenance
In accordance with the manufacturer's regulations, engine 11186 must be serviced in the following order:
| Maintenance object | Time (year) or mileage (1000 km), whichever comes first |
| Timing belt | 3/50 |
| battery | 1/20 |
| Valve clearances | 2/20 |
| Crankcase ventilation | 2/20 |
| Belts that drive attachments | 2/20 |
| Fuel line and tank cap | 2/40 |
| Motor oil | 1/10 |
| Oil filter) | 1/10 |
| Air filter) | 1 – 2/40 |
| Fuel filter) | 4/40 |
| Heating/Cooling Fittings and Hoses | 2/40 |
| coolant | 2/40 |
| Oxygen sensor | 100 |
| Spark plug | 1 – 2/20 |
| Exhaust manifold | 1 |
This is exactly the frequency of maintenance that the ICE 11186 device is designed for.
Upgrading the exhaust system
To further strengthen the engine of the sports car, it is recommended to supplement the tuning by making changes to the exhaust system. Namely, dismantle the existing exhaust manifold and install a “spider”. It will collect exhaust gases from several cylinders at once into one conducting pipe.
When purchasing such a collector, experts advise contacting manufacturers who have proven themselves well. Their products use high quality steel, which is treated to prevent rusting, and the wiring diagrams are calculated as successfully as possible.
Engine VAZ-11186 1.6 87hp. This is a Kalashnikov assault rifle.
Why can you blame AvtoVAZ? Yes, for a lot of reasons, the plant greatly damaged its reputation in the 90s and 2000s, when it was torn and shaken by everyone who could. In fact, 20 years were lost in development, and competitors jumped far ahead. But in the mid-2000s, the plant rose from its knees and began producing Kalina with a VAZ-11183 engine. The VAZ-11186 engine is a deep modernization of the VAZ-11183 engine. Someone may write in the comments that they say they stuck a new lightweight piston and that’s it. And when the timing belt breaks, the valves also bend, so they only made things worse. Apparently our mentality is such that we don’t want to accept everything new. I remember how everyone criticized injection cars, saying that the carburetor was more reliable, but all this electronics only made it worse. Another memory: Priora came out in 2007, and everyone criticized it as best they could, called it ugly, said that the “ten” was more beautiful. And now the new Lada Granta model is coming out, and it has an 8-valve engine on which the valves bend! Grant, according to our tradition, got it to the fullest. What has changed:
Of course, it remains cast iron, the cooling system for the cylinder jackets has been optimized. Piston oil cooling nozzles appeared.
received enlarged coolant flow channels, increased inlet channels of the working mixture. The cylinder head itself received aluminum hardening at the manufacturing stage, as well as different seats and valve guides.
a new metal two-layer gasket has increased the reliability of the gas joint and tightness, with less tightening force. This made it possible to reduce the diameter of the bolts holding the head and cylinder block from M12 to M10.
New lightweight pistons from Federal Mogul and new connecting rods were used. We managed to reduce the weight by 39% for the piston-pin-connecting rod set. The pistons received an anti-friction coating on their skirts to prevent scuffing when starting the engine.
increased from 9.6 to 10.5, which requires the use of 95 gasoline, which is noted in the instruction manual.
A Gates timing kit with an automatic belt tensioner was used, which is larger in diameter, which required a longer timing belt.
We installed a more reliable bearing and oil seal and increased productivity.
Receiver (intake manifold):
got longer channels, which had a beneficial effect on the torque, it increased.
Electro-mechanical throttle:
Now the throttle is cable-free, and the control unit has the ability to control the air supply to the cylinders. And yes, now the decorative engine cover is inaccessible, does not tighten, and apparently it was expensive to develop a new one)
the exhaust into the catalyst has changed, the channels have become a little longer, and the exhaust gases have become less sticky with each other, resistance and losses have decreased.
I received a generator belt tensioner with its own roller, now it has become much easier to control the tension.
The engine cooling system has been redesigned, a new thermostat has appeared, all this has made interior heating more efficient, and engine overheating with a working system is practically eliminated.
The changes affected everything we could touch. The new engine turned out to be as reliable as a Kalashnikov assault rifle. It doesn’t matter what you fill it with, 92, 95, gas, it works properly. It is so reliable that modern engines on foreign cars can envy the service life and cost of maintenance. It doesn't burn oil. It starts at low temperatures. It has the potential for chip tuning, after which it starts to drive like a gear. Soon this engine will be valued, just as the Renault K7M and K4M engines are valued. Definitely worth recommending for purchase to those looking for a reliable workhorse with low maintenance costs.
"Deep" tuning
True engine boost enthusiasts can go much further in their pursuits. Among the most popular measures:
- installation of forged pistons;
- cylinder boring;
- installation of a nitrogen accelerator;
- turbocharged engine.
If you intend to strengthen the engine of your Granta Sport in this way, it is better to carry out tuning in a comprehensive manner. Installing a forged group is pointless without intensifying the fuel supply, and turbocharging accelerates the wear of serial pistons. And do not forget that increased “sporty” engine power requires intervention in other car systems. It will be necessary to strengthen the brakes, modify the suspension, and make changes to the transmission. Without these procedures, you will not be able to enjoy the speed of your fret for long.
Malfunctions: causes, elimination
Like all internal combustion engines with mechanical adjustment of valve clearances, the 11186 engine requires periodic adjustment of this characteristic. In addition, during operation, characteristic “diseases” of this particular version of the power drive were identified:
| Bend valves | broken timing belt | periodic wear monitoring |
| Ignition system interruptions | failure of the corresponding block | replacing the ignition module |
| Increased oil consumption | wear of the main bearings, stuck piston rings | replacement of consumables |
| Knock | wear of pistons, bearings | replacement of parts |
When repairing piston and crankshaft engines, it is recommended to use original components from the AvtoVAZ manufacturer. Because only he uses special technologies for strengthening structural materials. From third-party companies, the metal may be “raw”; the resource of such consumables cannot be analyzed.
Attention to the salon
The design inside the Granta is not bad, the seats are quite comfortable - there is lateral support and heating. However, if you want to own a non-standard version of the Sport Grant, tuning the interior is still necessary. At least in minimal quantities.
- In the case of the Lada Granta Sport, interior tuning most often begins with the installation of alternative dashboard lighting. The algorithm of actions is simple: the devices are dismantled, and the LEDs on the board are soldered to a variant of a different color.
- Next, you can finish the handles and mirrors to match the body. The most commonly used is spray paint.
- A good idea for the Lada Granta Sport: tuning the interior - in terms of the “chrome” frame of the deflectors, as well as the console.
- You can cover the elements inside the cabin with vinyl.
- We supplement the heating of the mirrors by integrating an electric drive into them.
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Try to implement these ideas for tuning sport grants 2022 - the only thing that can limit the flight of its owner’s imagination is a lack of money or lack of time.
Social character of personality
The concept of social character was introduced into science by E. Fromm.
Social character of personality
is a set of traits that arises in people belonging to the same social group. Moreover, these special features appeared under the influence of common experiences and an identical lifestyle.
The psychologist has developed two types of social characters: unfruitful and fruitful.
Unfruitful
| Type of social character | Its signs |
| Receptive | Characterized by weakness of will, servility, low activity, cowardice. |
| Operational | Ambition, a high level of aggression, egocentrism, and arrogance are inherent. |
| Cumulative | Dominant signs: lack of creativity, causticity, stubbornness, possessive instinct, suspiciousness, |
| Market | Characterized by such features as: lack of integrity, unprincipledness, low sense of purpose |
These types are called unfruitful because they are “takers”, believing that they can only receive benefits from the outside.
Fruitful type
This is a kind of humanistic ideal to which we need to strive. It is characterized by: reliance on one’s own strengths and their use both to receive benefits and to give to other people. A fruitful social character gives and does not receive; it is based on love, the highest degree of which is maternal love, which does not know selfishness.
Adjustment
This is a required step. Lenses in xenon headlights require adjustment after installation - this is the only way to achieve efficiency from these devices and not dazzle oncoming drivers. To set up, you need a flat vertical surface, a tape measure and something to mark the wall.
The machine is placed as close to the wall as possible. What happens next? A line is drawn on the wall surface that corresponds to the vertical axis of the machine. Then you need to drive away to a distance of 7.5 meters.
Using a tape measure, measure the distance from the ground to the center of the lens. Next, measure the distance from the lens to the vertical axis of the machine. Then a point is found on the wall, which is located at the level of the headlights. From this point, another horizontal line is drawn 3.5 centimeters downward. Two lines are lowered onto it perpendicularly - they must correspond to the centers of both lenses. The headlights are adjusted using a corrector so that the light beam is clearly at the intersection of the horizontal and vertical marks. This is how the lenses in headlights are adjusted for xenon.
Design features of car headlights
Today, the most popular type of optics tuning is the installation of bi-xenon lenses. They not only improve the light of the headlights, but also give the car a completely different look. In this article we will look at the process of installing bi-xenon lenses yourself using the example of a Daewoo Lanos car.
It was not for nothing that Lanos was chosen as an example. The fact is that lenses cannot be installed in any headlights, but only in those whose glass does not have a pronounced diffuser. Take, for example, the standard headlight of a VAZ 2107. Its glass on the back side is covered with special “ribs”, which are designed to diffuse the light of the lamp so that it does not blind drivers of oncoming cars. The same situation applies to other VAZ models. No, you can install lenses on both the Zhiguli and the Samara, but for this you will have to buy other headlights. Otherwise, you will not achieve the desired effect.
On the inner surface of the standard VAZ 2107 headlight there are special “ribs” that scatter light
But the Lanos has headlights like those of foreign cars - they also have a lens, but the glass in the center is almost smooth. In addition, it is not glass at all, but a special heat- and shock-resistant plastic.
The headlights of the Lanos have almost smooth glass in the center
In all other respects, the Lanos headlights are no different from the headlights of other cars. Their design consists of:
- housings with holder;
- diffuser (glass);
- light sources (lamps);
- reflector (reflector);
- electrical connectors and wires.
There are three lamps in the Lanos headlight:
- side lights;
- head light;
- direction indicator.
The main lamp of the Lanos headlight is double-filament, i.e., when switching the “low/high” modes, one specific filament works. The light emitted by the lamp is not focused by anything here, but is simply “collected” by the reflector and directed forward.
The Lanos headlight lamp has a two-filament design
Lens installation
It is recommended to wear gloves when installing the lens into the headlights. This is necessary so as not to stain the lenses with dust or other dirt. The mask or body is removed from the packaging. They also take out a silicone adapter and a lens, which are inserted into the mask. They are then fastened with the supplied screws. This design is mounted in the optics housing. On the reverse side, the assembly is screwed with a contact nut. When replacing lenses in headlights, you can also use these instructions.
The decorative lighting ignition unit is glued to the optics body using double-sided tape. Next, the lamps are mounted in the lenses. All wiring is routed outside the housing. Sealant is placed in a special groove on the body, the glass is heated and glued.
If the connection between the glass and the flashlight body is unsealed or the connection is poor, the lens may sweat. This problem cannot be solved by replacing the lenses in the headlights. You need to disassemble the optics and eliminate the cracks or re-glue the glass. It is recommended to use alcohol and soft, lint-free cloths to clean the lens. After cleaning the headlight, it is better to additionally blow out the inside of the housing with a compressor to remove dust.
Film tinting
First, let's decide on a suitable shade. Automotive stores offer a wide selection of this product. You will definitely need: a stationery knife, a spray bottle, an electric hair dryer, an alcohol solution (one hundred grams of pure alcohol for half a liter of water), a flexible scraper with a felt pad. We wash the headlight, wipe it with alcohol, and measure. Cut out the film with an overlap.
We treat with a water-alcohol solution using a spray bottle, direct the hair dryer and apply the film. Smooth the surface with a squeegee, expelling any remaining liquid and air. Cut off the excess part with a knife. The film will protect the surface from scratches, damage and decorate the appearance of the car. With minimal effort, you will get beautiful headlights with anti-gravel function.
Exterior change
Do-it-yourself modification of the Lada Grant can begin with modifying the appearance of the car and modernizing its aerodynamic characteristics. Installing a front bumper with a modernized water intake makes it possible to provide better airflow to the brake system and power unit.
Also included in the tuning section of the model in question is the conversion of turn signals to be compatible with side lights. To work you will need a soldering iron, wires, LEDs and insulating material. A standard lamp with two contacts is changed to an analog version with three terminals by laying wiring from the dimensions to the base.
The connection diagram looks like this:
- The contact is connected to the common ground;
- In addition, through 12 V it is in contact with the dimensions (5 V) and turn signals (25 V);
- As a result, when the dimensions are activated, a lower-power filament will light up, and the turning on of the direction indicators is accompanied by the lighting of more powerful lamp filaments.
One of the conditions for the long-term service of a car is caring for its body. One of the methods that can prolong its operation is polishing. The coating prevents the formation of corrosion and refreshes the overall appearance of the machine. The car should be polished in a dry garage or outside in consistently warm, but not hot, weather.
After washing and drying the vehicle, it is necessary to apply polish to the body and, using slow movements using a machine and a special nozzle, rub the product into the body at medium speed.
To perform this type of work at home, you will need the following tools and equipment:
- Polishing machine and corresponding attachments;
- Polish;
- Water.
Wax finish is the cheapest, but requires updating after 2-3 months. Teflon polish is an analogue of the previous variation. Makes the color of the car more saturated. Withstands up to 7-8 washes without loss of effect. The best options are epoxy and varnish treatments, which have high performance and do not require updating for 6-9 months.
