127 motor timing belt replacement regulations

Today an old friend arrived in his Grant to replace the timing belt, rollers and pump. Since the replacement period is not specified in the technical regulations, we focus only on mileage. The regulations say to check the condition of the belt every 15,000, replace it if defects are detected.

In practice, it turns out that the optimal mileage for replacing a timing belt is 60,000 or 4 years of operation.

It is not by chance that we take the time interval, since the belt ages over time and, as a result, loses its mechanical properties.

Important! When the timing belt breaks on a 1.6 engine, all valves bend.

Which timing kit (belt, rollers) is better to choose for VAZ engines

The timing belt, together with the tension and guide rollers, ensures the closing and opening of the valves according to the synchronous operation of the piston. If the timing belt breaks, the car will have to be towed to a service station, and in some cases, expensive engine repairs may be added. To avoid these problems, change the timing belt and rollers on time. Do you know which timing kit is best to buy?

Flaws

Despite the improved characteristics of the 21127 engine, there are also weaknesses. And the main disadvantage is the vulnerability of the valves. If the timing belt breaks, they can easily be bent by the pistons. Another equally pronounced disadvantage is the high cost of engine repairs. Moreover, it does not matter where and who will do this: professional service station technicians or the vehicle owners themselves.

The high cost is mainly due to the fact that the timing belt, automatic tensioner and pulley included are very expensive. This is due to the fact that they are manufactured by the foreign manufacturer Gates. The same applies to ShPG parts, which are also produced by a foreign, but different company - Federal Mogul.

Article numbers of original parts

Lada Granta, Kalina with 8-valve engines (VAZ 11183):

Belt - 21080100604010 (“BalakovoRezinoTekhnika” PJSC Balakovo)
Tension roller assembly - 21080100612000 (“VPK” JSC Vologda)
Tension roller assembly - 21080100612001 (TD EPK LLC, Moscow)

Timing kit 2108 - 21080100604086 (Gates CIS LLC, Moscow). The kit includes a belt and a roller. This is the GATES K015521 kit, only in LADA branded packaging.

Lada Granta, Kalina, Priora with 8-valve engines (VAZ 11186, 11189)

Toothed belt assembly - 21116100604000 (Gates CIS LLC, Moscow)
Toothed belt assembly - 21116100604082 (Gates CIS LLC, Moscow)
Tension roller - 21116100623800 (Gates CIS LLC, Moscow)
Tension roller - 21116100623882 (Gates CIS LLC, Moscow)

Timing kit - 21116100604086 (Gates CIS LLC, Moscow). The kit includes a belt and a roller. This is the GATES K015670XS kit, only in LADA branded packaging.

Lada Granta, Kalina, Priora, Largus Vesta, XRAY with 16-valve engines (VAZ 21126, 21127, 21129 and 21179)

Reinforced toothed belt - 21126100604000 (Gates CIS LLC, Moscow)
Reinforced toothed belt - 21126100604082 (Gates CIS LLC, Moscow)
Toothed belt - 21126100604001 (ContiTech Antriebssysteme GmbH)
Support roller - 21126100613500 (“Lada Holding” GMBH Vienna)
Support roller assembly - 21126100613501 (Schaeffler Technologies GmbH & Co. KG)
Automatic toothed belt tensioner - 21126100623800 (“Lada Holding” GMBH Vienna)

Timing kit 21126 - 21126100604086 (Gates CIS LLC, Moscow). The kit includes a belt and 2 rollers. This is the GATES K015631XS kit in LADA branded packaging, which is installed on the AVTOVAZ conveyor.

Timing drive kit VAZ 21179 for Lada Vesta, XRAY - 21177-1006040-86 (Belt - ContiTech, rollers - Schaeffler):

Belt Contitech 21126-1006040-01
Automatic toothed belt tensioner 21176-1006238-00 (Slovakia)
Support roller assembly 21126-1006135-01 (Germany)

Tests and tests

Experts from the Za Rulem magazine tested 36 drive belts - 6 copies of each from six different brands. The test results refer to specific product samples and do not allow us to judge the entire range of products of each item.

Continental, Germany. Approximate price 850 ₽. There can be no complaints about a belt that has stood for 400 hours on the stand and could continue to work. In our tests, only two products were able to demonstrate this.
Gates, UK. Approximate price 1150 ₽. 400 hours on the bench are sufficient grounds for unequivocal approval.
Trialli, China. Approximate price 700 ₽. 286 hours is, let’s say, a strong middle peasant, which, unlike the leaders, nevertheless became toothless, although it lasted quite a long time, exceeding the requirements of the technical specifications. At the same time, strength tests have shown that some belt parameters are even better than those of the champions.

Gates (fake with reference to Germany). Approximate price 350 ₽. Which is what needed to be proven: “You, priest, should not chase after cheapness.” After just 3 hours of life tests, the belt lost its “teeth”: a complete failure. Checking individual parameters confidently placed the product in last place: such belts cannot be installed!
Lynx, Japan. Approximate price 650 ₽. During endurance tests, the belt lasted 104 hours, after which some of the teeth were cut off. In general, not so little, but the leaders worked four times longer and were not injured! The remaining parameters are not failures, but overall we are looking at an mediocre product.
Balakovorezinotekhnika (BRT), Russian Federation. Approximate price 750 ₽. Just 1 hour on the stand instead of the champion 400 - what can I say? Alas, the teeth came off the cord almost immediately. It feels like the belts are made of raw rubber. Note that after drying, the cutting force of the tooth more than doubled - and this turned out to be the best result. But the breaking forces are low, and according to the results of bench tests - the penultimate place.

Analogs

The most popular company whose products are in high demand among customers is Gates. Similar products are supplied to retail chains from manufacturers Contitech and Dayco. A domestic manufacturer in Balakovo supplies car owners with belts at an average price. Bosch and Lemforder also produce similar products at an affordable price. You can learn more about analogues in this article.

High quality products that can be purchased at an affordable price are in demand and popular among drivers. This is consistent with Gates products.

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Determine the best timing kit, belt or pulley

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Which timing belt and rollers did you choose and why?
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Where can I buy?

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We previously told you when to change the timing belt and rollers according to the manufacturer's regulations, as well as how to do it yourself.

Gates. How to distinguish an original from a fake?

PowerGrip® Kit Packaging

Both packages are so similar that just by looking at them it is difficult to determine which is the real Gates and which is the fake. Only upon careful examination can you notice that the Gates packaging box is made of thicker cardboard, and the quality of printing on it is higher than on a fake. There is even a hologram pasted on the box with the fake, and both holograms are very similar in appearance. However, the fake one is shorter than the real one by about 1 cm and flew off easily like an autumn leaf...

Open the box. Now you can clearly see how the original differs from a fake! Inside the original box there is a special plastic form for storing products. Fake rollers and belt are simply packed in plastic bags.

Let's compare the markings on the belts. On the original belt, the markings, as expected, are slightly cut off. And the belts themselves differ noticeably in appearance.

The back of the box has been completely changed - color, font size, layout.

Sides: Same changes as the top side of the box. The inscription is more compact, the Gates logo does not have an ellipse. The logo in the new version is placed on the left side.

Completely redesigned side

Now the boxes are glued, which ensures higher packaging reliability. In the old version, the box was sealed with the original sticker to prevent it from opening accidentally. In the new version this sticker is no longer needed.

Label: The final label layout has not yet been finalized, so there may be some differences in: • font size • logo size and clarity • improved depiction of the belt drive diagram, etc. • an installation instruction designation that will no longer be printed on the label if the kit is installed using the general instructions (the instructions are only printed if the kit is installed using the special instructions). These items will be approved soon. The label is clearer and contains new symbols. The production date code is now printed on the label - in our case the date code is 2524531B for kit K015521. This code consists of the order number (252453), the last digit indicates the year (1), and the letter B stands for the month (“B” stands for the second month of the year = February).

Engine 21127 timing belt replacement when to change

Currently, all new Lada Priora are available with 16 valve engines. These power units are also installed on some versions of Lada Granta, Kalina, Vesta or XRAY cars. The gas distribution mechanism (GRM) of these engines is designed for the timely admission of the combustible mixture into the engine cylinders and the release of exhaust gases. It is important to regularly check the condition of the belt and replace it if necessary.

Basic list of faults

As the domestic manufacturer assures, the resource of the power unit is 200 thousand kilometers while maintaining operational properties. Nevertheless, even such a perfect design of the 21127 engine does not exclude the occurrence of various malfunctions. Friction can often be observed, however, this is typical for most modern power units. This mainly indicates clogged injectors. Washing them gives the desired result.

Problems with electronics can also occur. Often the people who suffer the most are:

ignition coil;
starter;
electronic control unit;
fuel pressure or idle speed regulator.

Sometimes you can hear knocking noises from the engine compartment. You should not put off inspecting your car indefinitely; it is better to immediately determine the source of the extraneous noise. It is likely that the sounds are made by hydraulic compensators, and then there is nothing to worry about.

You should panic if the cause of the knocking is not in these parts. With a greater degree of probability, this may indicate wear of the connecting rod and piston group.

How long does it take to change the timing belt?

According to the Lada Priora maintenance regulations, the condition of the timing belt should be checked after 105 thousand km, and replaced after 200 thousand km. However, sheared teeth or a broken timing belt can cause the valves to stick (valve bending) into the pistons, leading to costly engine repairs. Therefore, we recommend checking the condition of the timing belt more often - every 45 thousand km.
On Lada Granta and Lada Kalina 2 cars, the timing belt is checked every maintenance (every 15,000 km), and replacement is carried out after 75 thousand km. mileage

Removing the timing belt

You will need : a 5-point hexagon, a 17-point, 15-point, 10-point socket and a large flat-head screwdriver.

Procedure:

Remove the upper timing cover by removing 5 screws.
Remove the lower timing cover by unscrewing the 2 screws. Remove the alternator belt.
Camshaft drive diagram.

In order not to disturb the valve timing, it is necessary to set the crankshaft and camshaft to the TDC (top dead center) position of the compression stroke of the 1st cylinder. For this:

Turn the crankshaft clockwise using the generator drive bolt until the marks on the camshaft toothed pulleys align with the marks on the rear timing drive cover.
check that the mark on the flywheel 1 is located opposite the slot 2 of the upper cover of the clutch housing.

We fix the flywheel by inserting a screwdriver between the flywheel teeth through the hole in the clutch housing. Then:

Remove the pulley by unscrewing the bolt.
Remove the support washer.

Release the belt tension by turning the roller bolt.
Remove the belt from the camshaft pulleys, tension and support rollers.

After removing the timing belt, the crankshaft and camshaft cannot be turned. When replacing a timing belt, the tensioner and support rollers of the belt also change.

Selection of timing components.

Hi all! The car's mileage is gradually approaching the 70 thousand km mark. It is no secret that the timing belt drive of a 16-valve engine, as well as an 8-valve engine, is not the most reliable unit. Even AvtoVAZ itself does not indicate clear regulations for replacement and maintenance. Apparently he doesn’t know when and what will explode first! Meanwhile, this is an extremely important unit, the failure of which inevitably leads to Stalingrad circa 1943. Knowing this, even after purchasing the car I decided to change this unit (belt, rollers, pump) at 50 thousand km. However, the experience of friends and colleagues (I work at an auto repair shop) shows that all timing elements are maintained without problems for 60 thousand km. However, there are cases of failure at 20, 30, and 40 thousand km. VAZloto lottery! The topic is overused, there are a lot of opinions, but I decided to repeat myself, because... There are newcomers to the site, and it’s always nice to listen to the opinions of competent specialists. The Gates KIT kit and TZA pump were gradually acquired. It is these elements that are usually installed on the conveyor and, according to the plant, the cheapest ones are good. It would seem that replace these parts and live, ride and be happy! But we’re not looking for easy ways, are we? I wasn't impressed with the Gates KIT kit at all, the tension roller has a sliver of plastic, and the support roller looks quite flimsy. The only thing that deserves attention is the timing belt. I liked him, he inspires confidence. Initially I wanted to install all this stuff and ride 45-50 thousand (this is for me for 3 years). But an in-depth study of the topic of timing drive on the Internet and the search for adventures in one place did not allow this to be done. I was especially impressed by the colossal work of my colleagues on the Priorovod website. In fact, with a mileage of 65 thousand km, the timing drive looks like this.

To make life not boring, the following goodies were ordered. 1. Pump TZA POWERFULL LUX OEM21129-1307010-20.

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Installing the timing belt

Before installing the rollers, apply thread sealant to the threaded part. We do not completely tighten the tension roller bolt. Before installing the timing belt, check the alignment of the timing marks. It is convenient to control the position of the crankshaft by aligning mark 1 on the crankshaft toothed pulley with mark 2 (rib) on the oil pump cover.

We put the timing belt on the crankshaft pulley, tensioning both branches of the belt, we put the front branch behind the support roller, and the rear branch, putting it on the coolant pump pulley, behind the tension roller. Then we put the timing belt on the camshaft pulleys.

How to tension a timing belt

Insert the tips of the locking ring pliers into the grooves of the outer race of the tension roller.
Tension the belt by turning the tension roller counterclockwise.
We combine cutout 1 of the outer race of the roller with the rectangular protrusion 2 of its inner sleeve. Tighten the roller mounting bolt with a wrench.

After installing the generator drive pulley, turn the crankshaft by the pulley mounting bolt two turns clockwise. We check the alignment of the installation marks on the crankshaft and camshaft, as well as the alignment of the cutout with the protrusion on the tension roller.

The process of replacing the timing belt is also shown in the video:

Replacing the timing belt without special tools

The method can be used if there is no need to change the rollers.

Cut off half of the old timing belt with a utility knife.
Remove half of the old timing belt.
We put a new timing belt on the crankshaft pulleys.
We cut the second half of the old timing belt and remove it.
Pull the new timing belt onto the crankshaft pulleys until the end.

By the way, according to the survey results, replacing the timing belt on an 8-valve engine is easier than on a 16-valve engine.

In this article we will tell you at what mileage to change the timing belt, describe the signs of its wear, and hear recommendations from experienced owners.

The timing belt is part of the engine's gas distribution mechanism, which serves to inject fuel and remove exhaust gases.

Are there any disadvantages?

Positive reviews from Gates, whose timing belts have a long list of advantages, tell us that there are no product shortcomings. Is it really? The biggest disadvantage of products from a well-known and popular company is the large number of people who want to counterfeit them. And when there are negative reviews among the reviews, then with a 90% probability we are talking about counterfeit products.

The manufacturer's extensive experience in protecting products from counterfeiting allows the consumer to receive their Gates timing belt kit or any other product in proper quality. You can read about ways to protect products on the official website, in bulletins distributed with the product, and in this article.

Factory regulations for timing of timing belt replacement

According to routine maintenance and maintenance schedules, the timing drive is replaced when the vehicle's mileage is no more than 75 thousand km .

However, the service life of the timing belt during operation may be reduced for reasons such as:

low quality product. There may be counterfeits of well-known manufacturers on the market;
poor operating conditions. When fuel or technical fluid gets on the belt, it softens and the teeth are easily cut off;
high mileage of the car. Wear of timing parts, failure of the coolant pump - all this leads to premature rupture of the belt;
"age" of the belt. It ages even if the car is not used. Shelf life: 5 years.

From all of the above, the optimal period for replacing the timing drive will be a mileage of 50-60 thousand km or 5 years (if the car has not been used).

Characteristics and Features

The Gates company was founded in 1911. In 1917, the V-belt was first produced. Since then, the company has been producing drive belts and hoses for cars. It is one of the largest suppliers of products for conveyors of auto manufacturers around the world, including AvtoVAZ. The quality of the products fully complies with the manufacturer's requirements for the original. The use of the latest technologies makes it possible to create new products with improved characteristics.

Signs of a Worn Belt

Signs of a worn belt are:

the appearance of fabric base fibers on its surface;
hardening, determined by the pronounced shine of the belt;
loss of elasticity;
drive extension is greater than permissible;
cracks and peeling.

Belt wear can also be determined by:

due to difficulty starting the engine;
by extraneous noise in the engine;
overheating
by changing the color of exhaust gases.

By knowing the characteristic signs of wear on the timing drive and replacing it in a timely manner, Lada Granta owners will be able to protect themselves from engine failure. And when buying a belt, give preference to original spare parts from well-established manufacturers.

About Lada Granta engines

One of the main engines installed on these models is the 8-valve VAZ-11185-50. This is an improved VAZ-2111, with a power of 82 horsepower. It is installed on sedans and hatchbacks. Advantages of VAZ - 11185-50:

reliability and environmental friendliness have increased;
cravings have increased;
When the timing drive breaks, the valves do not bend.

increased noise;
the need for frequent valve adjustments;
burnout of one of the valves;
violation of the integrity of the gasket.

Grant's car "Norma" is equipped with an 8-valve VAZ-21116 unit. This is a modified and improved VAZ-21114. Advantages:

low noise level;
power growth. With this engine you can reach speeds of up to 167 km/h, and acceleration to 100 m in 12.4 s;
noticeable fuel savings.

lower engine life;
fragility of the pistons. Installation is lighter than that of its predecessor. For this reason, they can fail when meeting the valves;
When the timing drive breaks, the valves bend.

Granta "luxury" is equipped with a VAZ-21126 engine. This is a 16-valve engine with a power of 72 kW (98 hp) - a direct successor to the VAZ-21124. Advantages:

impressive dynamic characteristics. Acceleration to 100 m in 11.4 s.

bending of valves when meeting the pistons.

Grant's cars are also equipped with a VAZ-21127 power unit with a power of 106 hp.

lack of a mass air flow sensor, instead of which an absolute pressure sensor is installed;
increase in power;
good low-end traction;
gas distribution mechanism DONS.

unable to quickly gain momentum in higher gears;
noise during operation;
bending of valves when the belt breaks.

The Lada Granta Sport is equipped with a VAZ-21126-77 with a power of 120 hp. With. This is practically the same VAZ-21126. Its feature is an increase in power after 3000 rpm.

VAZ cars: repair, maintenance, tuning

Replacing the timing belt on a 106-horsepower 16-valve Lada Granta 1.6 service will cost approximately $40-45. This seems like enough incentive to roll up your sleeves and replace the belt yourself. The whole job will take no more than an hour and a half and does not require any special skills.

Advantages and disadvantages

Thanks to the high quality of its products, Gates has ensured its steady popularity among buyers and users of timing belts. The list of advantages is huge:

The biggest disadvantage is the strong desire of many manufacturers to counterfeit products and produce counterfeit products . But a hundred years of experience allows manufacturers to protect their goods from good quality, but still fake. Therefore, consumers receive not only Gates timing kits, but also other products of the required quality. Methods for protecting commercial products have been developed here.

When to change the timing belt on a Grant 1.6 l 16 cl. (VAZ-21127 engine)

The camshaft drive belt on the Lada Granta with the VAZ 21127 engine does not have a certain specified mileage. This means that it must be constantly monitored despite the automatic tensioner being installed.

We check the condition of the timing belt at least once every 10-12 thousand km.

As a rule, original factory belts wear out by the 60th thousand mileage, and at 80,000 km they absolutely require replacement. In order not to miss this moment, we must take into account that the main indications for replacing the timing belt on a Grant with a VAZ 21127 engine are:

antifreeze and other operating fluids get on the belt, but before installation it is necessary to find out the reason for their appearance; timing belt delamination; end wear of the belt, which is very dangerous; cracks on the surface; cutting of teeth; chipping and other external damage to rubber material and reinforcement.

In short, it’s better not to let it break, just as it’s better not to let the camshaft rotate relative to the crankshaft. And this can also threaten both interruptions in the operation of the engine and its complete failure. Depends on how much the timing phases are out of order.

Maintenance

If you maintain your car on time, the chances that you will avoid major engine repairs are high. It is better to play it safe and avoid high costs, not only financial, but also time. A lot of nerves will also be spent.

A timing belt can last 180 or 200 thousand kilometers, but it needs to be inspected much more often.
The oxygen sensor has a slightly shorter service life - no more than 100 thousand km.
The entire cooling system, like the liquid itself, will serve properly for 40 thousand kilometers.
It is recommended to change spark plugs every 20 thousand kilometers.
The oil filter along with the lubricant must be changed even more often - at least every 10,000 kilometers.

Choosing a timing belt, rollers and pump for Granta 1.6

We have already mentioned that the VAZ 21124 engine is equipped with a Gates GD380 QF with a number of teeth of 137 and a width of 22 mm from the factory. These parameters must be strictly observed when choosing a new belt. In addition to the belt, you will need to buy two rollers, tension and bypass, but most often all this equipment is sold as a set. Gates is considered one of the best options, the price of the kit ( K015631XS ) is around $130. At the same time, there is a huge chance of buying a fake.

Electronic verification methods

There are three methods for electronically checking GATES POWERGRIP timing belts. Briefly they can be described as follows:

Original packaging with a black stripe indicating the official website of the manufacturer.

Now we will describe each of the listed methods in more detail. So, checking the 14-digit code is possible on the official Gates website. To do this, you need to go to the mentioned resource, select “Russian” (or another convenient one) from the list of languages and go to the verification section. After this, enter the 14-digit alphanumeric code indicated on the package in the field and click the corresponding “Check Code” button. After this, information about the authenticity of the product that has the entered code on the packaging will appear directly on the page in the browser. Note! If the letters in the code on the packaging are in capitals, then they must also be entered in capitals in the verification line. Otherwise, the system will perceive this as an error and will not accept the information.

The second verification method is to use a smartphone or laser barcode scanner. Since July 2015, all GATES belt packaging has a unique QR code. To read them, download and install one of two applications on your smartphone - TecIdentify or Neoreader. Their versions are available on both Android and iOS operating systems. Next, using your smartphone camera and appropriate software, read the QR code from the packaging. As a result of these actions, the application will display one of three messages to you - about the authenticity of the product, its outright counterfeit, or the third case - when there is no such code in the database, so additional identification is needed. But most likely, this will mean that the packaging and product are fake.

The third method of identifying counterfeit products is to check the PRIOSPOT holographic sticker. It has a complex security system, so it is quite difficult to fake it. To check you need to use three methods:

As you can see, the GATES company takes the protection of its own products quite seriously, so at present there are counterfeits, but not many of them. Another interesting fact... Usually the background colors of the packaging of the products of the mentioned brand are red, white or black. Any other color will most likely be a fake.

Checking timing belts for VAZs

For owners of VAZ cars, it is very important to buy original GATES products, because, based on some reviews and stories on the Internet, it can be argued that non-original belts, when they break, lead to a situation where the valve bends and other very unpleasant and expensive things to repair happen. Therefore, be sure to buy only originals!

For drivers of domestic VAZ cars who want to use timing belts with rollers from the GATES brand in their cars, there is a test similar to that described above, but with its own nuances. Thus, since September 2015, the manufacturer began to protect original packaging using two-layer stickers of the ORIGINAL anti-counterfeit system. In particular, with the help of such a system, spare parts of the Gates PowerGrip series, suitable for Zhiguli, are protected. Below are their catalog and article numbers.

Catalog number	vendor code
K015521	7883-11244
K015521XS	7883-11245
K015539	7883-11254
K015631XS	7883-11319
K055468XS	7883-11463
K015670XS	7883-11514

The ORIGINAL system has the following features and works as follows:

Before checking, you must check the packaging for integrity. In particular, the box must not be damaged and the sticker must not have been replaced and also show no signs of damage. Next, you need to remove the top layer of the sticker, and under it, on the bottom layer, you will see the above-mentioned 12-digit alphanumeric code. Next, you can verify the authenticity of the information in one of three ways:

Hologram series ORIGINAL

Please note that the return SMS message contains a hotline number that you can call back if a fake is detected. The call center operators will tell you what to do next.

Even in modern packages of Gates timing belts, both with and without rollers, there is a special protective black cardboard tape on the side that needs to be opened directly, which is glued very tightly, and it is quite difficult to tear it off. If, when checking, you feel that it is secured with glue in only 2…3 places, then this is a fake. There is also a sticker on the front of the box in the lower left corner that says it needs to be torn off. Below it is a hotline number and a short number to which you can send an SMS message with a code.

Conclusion

Finally, I would like to note that due to the large number of counterfeits of Gates timing belts on the auto parts market, it is necessary to check each product intended for purchase. Moreover, it is not difficult to do. The simplest and most accessible method is via SMS messages or QR code. If you come across old packaging that does not contain the relevant information, visually inspect both the packaging and the belt with rollers itself. Although nowadays almost all packages have a hologram by which you can check the authenticity, and a hotline number is also indicated on the box, by calling which you can quickly and accurately determine how original a particular product is. Try to make purchases in reliable and trusted stores. This way you will minimize the likelihood of purchasing counterfeit products.

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