Upper rubber seal for Lada Vesta windshield

Good day! I think it’s no secret that West’s roof is a weak point in terms of corrosion resistance. To protect the junction of the roof and the windshield from chips, a “Gard” windshield edge seal was purchased

Before installation, I pasted a strip of protective film so that the rubber would not rub the paint on the roof.

Installation is simple. The seal is placed on the edge of the glass

I think the revision is necessary for Vestovodov. Good luck to everyone on the roads. Take care of your roof)

Price: 230 ₽ Mileage: 26,000 km

If the seals scratch the glass (there are squeaks) on Lada Vesta, Granta, Kalina

The first months of owning the Lada Vesta sedan revealed some shortcomings. Most of them are not very significant, but there are points that are worth paying attention to. One of the problems has become widespread when the glass gets scratched when using the window regulator on Vesta. A similar problem occurs on the Lada Granta and Kalina 2 models.

You can deal with the consequences. Contact an authorized dealer, where the damaged door glass will be replaced with new ones. To prevent such a situation from occurring in the future, some try to use ESP (window lifters) less often or monitor the cleanliness of the glass more carefully, but sand getting under the seals (velvet covers) cannot be ruled out in this way.

Scratched glass is one of the main problems of Lada Vesta

Opening any forum, you can find many similar topics:

• “Scratching glass on Vesta”;
• “Drove 4000 km - all the glass is scratched”;
• “Constant creaking when opening the side one on Vesta.”

Not only does it spoil the view, but visibility may deteriorate in the future. But the side and rear glass of the Lada Vesta can be damaged. Even the dealer admits this problem. Or rather, he admitted it. And until 2017, he even eliminated it. Now this problem is not covered by warranty. This means that you will have to fight on your own.

Cut the glass seals

AvtoVAZ has already found a solution to this global problem and dealers have a corresponding order. To prevent Vesta's glass from being scratched, you need to remove the seals (pry them off with a screwdriver) and cut off a couple of their lower edges using a utility knife.

If you modify the glass velvets yourself, do not overdo it, otherwise the glass may rattle due to its insufficient adhesion (pressure). We recommend that you contact an authorized dealer for warranty.

Ways to solve the problem

There are several ways to remove scratches.

Method 1

Remove and clean the side window seal every week. In common parlance – “marigolds”. The most affordable and easiest way. It doesn’t always help, but it is available to everyone.

Due to the accumulating grains of sand and dirt, the side windows of the Vesta are scratched. If you clean them regularly, they will last longer.

Method 2

Use madeleine. It is also called “Antiskrip”. This is a soft fabric material with a self-adhesive backing. Somewhat reminiscent of “velvet”. Glued over the standard Vesta seal. This method requires small financial investments and the skills of a car mechanic.

Method 3

Replacing car glass. The most effective, but also the most expensive. The standard ones on the Vesta are too “soft” and get scratched even under light load. And if we are talking about operating a car outside a metropolis, then the risk of getting such defects increases significantly.

Not only the side glass in the Vesta is susceptible to scratches, but also the windshield and even the rear. We'll talk further about how to carry out the replacement.

Stick madeleine (anti-creaking) on ​​the glass seals

Another way to prevent scratches on Vesta glass is to stick madeleine on the seals. We cut the strips and glue them, retreating 1-2 mm from the top of the internal seal, as shown in the photo (do not forget to clean and degrease the surface):

We modify the outer glass seal in the same way. We glue the top part flush with the factory one, and place the bottom 3 mm below the velvet on the plastic so that the glass does not lift up the madeline when lifted.

From the fall of 2022, scratches on glass are not covered by warranty (information letter No. 76-17).

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Summary of the article

The Lada Vesta windshield is, roughly speaking, a consumable element of the car that must be replaced if damaged or leaking at the seal.

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Replacing glass on Vesta

The rear window of the Lada Vesta is made of single-layer tempered “Stanilite”, and the windshield is made using Triplex technology. But this does not add strength to them.

It is recommended to replace the glass with an analogue one, because the standard one is too “soft”. To select an analogue, you need to know the dimensions and article numbers of the originals (it is important to ensure that the catalog number matches).

You should also pay special attention to the glass model in different configurations; they have sensors installed.

Dimensions and articles of originals

The dimensions in the table are given for the Vesta car (sedan):

Dimensions in Lada Vesta Cross may vary slightly.

Analogs

AGC is considered a reliable manufacturer. The company is a leader in the production of windshields for Vesta. This means full compatibility with the car is guaranteed. Prices range from 8,000 to 15,000 rubles.

There are cheaper options. KMK company, for example. But its glass is also soft. This may cause new scratches to appear. Cost – from 4000 to 8000 rubles.

Below are the part numbers for the front windshield from several other manufacturers:

How to replace a windshield

It is recommended to replace glass on a Lada Vesta with an assistant.

To work you will need:

• utility knife/saw with fine teeth or string;
• plastic spatula;
• dry clean rags;
• gloves;
• packaging of adhesive-sealant;
• a high-quality, preferably electric, gun for applying sealant;
• primer;
• glass holder "suction cup".

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The process of replacing glass on a Lada Vesta:

1. Wash the car thoroughly to remove all dirt. Pay special attention to the glass being replaced.
2. If there are sensors on the glass, then you need to remove the negative terminal from the battery.
3. Be sure to put the car in gear or on the handbrake.
4. Open the hood and remove the frill housing and windshield wiper blades.
5. Remove the rubber seals around the glass.
6. Using a knife, saw or string, carefully cut the seam of the sealant on which the glass sits. Don't lower the knife too deep!
7. Go through the knife again, in a second circle, finally disconnecting the glass.
8. Using plastic spatulas or a suction cup, remove the glass.
9. Thoroughly clean, rinse and degrease the area to install new glass.
10. Apply primer. This is actually a primer for glue.
11. Carefully apply the glue itself. Some glasses have special marker dots. You need to apply glue on them. The seam and the glue layer itself must be uniform.
12. Install the glass, adjust the gaps and fill the perimeter with glue-sealant.
13. Carefully insert the rubber seal into place.
14. Give the glue a couple of hours to dry. Check the glass for leaks.
15. Install the seal, frill and wiper blades.

If possible, it is better to leave the car to “rest” for several days. Because Unfavorable weather and road conditions (rain, mud, sudden braking, deep holes) can negatively affect the installation result. For the same reason, it is important to refrain from washing your car with a high-pressure washer.

How to change the rear window of Vesta

The procedure for replacing a rear window is very similar to replacing a windshield. Except that there is a hole on the rear window for the rear wiper (in the SW Cross package).

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Required:

• Prepare the surface and tools.
• Remove the moving part of the rear wiper (in the SW Cross configuration).
• Carefully remove the seal (if installed).
• If a frill is installed, it must also be removed.
• Remove the sealant and remove the old glass.
• Clean the surface and install a new one.

If you are not confident in your strengths and skills, it is better to contact a specialist.

Double windows on Lada Vesta

Double glass requires the installation of two glasses in the door panel: standard and tinted. This makes it easier to hide from the sun and from random glances. It is recommended to entrust this procedure to a specialist. Because it will be necessary:

• Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery.
• Remove the trim from the car doors.
• Using an angle grinder, remove part of the internal door structure.
• Install a new motor.
• Install double glazing.

The difficulty is that it is necessary to carefully and without fanaticism “cut off the excess” so that the second glass fits into the doors without any problems. You need to install a power window motor with more power. So that the smoothness and speed of movement, due to the increased mass, do not decrease. In addition, it is necessary to install an additional power button for the ESP motor in order to switch between raising regular and tinted glass.