Replacing the VAZ 2110 clutch cable: procedure, diagrams, video

How to prevent cable failure on a VAZ 2110

A failed clutch pedal that fails at the most inopportune moment is a very unpleasant result of careless and extreme driving. The cable resource is extremely long and does not often require replacement. Its breakdown most likely indicates the age of your iron horse.

Typical driving mistakes that lead to cable failure:

• Do not press the clutch pedal while driving, causing it to slip. This can cause not only cable breakage, but also gearbox failure;
• starting from a standstill with high torque is also the main factor that ultimately leads to cable breakage and requiring its replacement.

Replacing the clutch cable of a VAZ 2110

By the way, failure of the cable is another one of the most benign and simple breakdowns on the VAZ 2110. Replacing the clutch fork (about 10% of the total number of relevant faults) can be a much more unpleasant problem. In this case, repairs will cost several thousand rubles.

Thus, if your clutch pedal has sunk to the floor, there may be several reasons:

• the cable needs to be replaced;

Clutch cable

• the clutch fork is broken;

Clutch fork

• the cable simply flew off its seats and requires re-tightening the bolts.

Advice from professionals

A vehicle breakdown causes a lot of inconvenience and requires unexpected cash costs. To prevent such situations, it is recommended to take the advice of professionals.

1. Carry out technical inspections of your vehicles regularly. This manipulation will allow us to identify future breakdowns and eliminate malfunctions at an early stage of development.
2. Respond promptly to emerging signs. Do not operate a vehicle with worn parts.
3. When making repairs, use only new and high-quality spare parts.
4. Once again, spend a little and entrust the work to qualified mechanics if you don’t know how to remove the clutch cable of a VAZ 2110.
5. To extend the life of the clutch cable, systematically lubricate it with a special substance using a syringe provided for this procedure. This feature will prevent chafing of the element.

Carefully monitor the condition of your car. Timely maintenance will extend the life of the vehicle.

Shifting gears without clutch

Not every driver of a VAZ 2110 imagines how to not only start, but also drive a car without using the clutch pedal. Of course, this skill is very specific, but it can be vitally important when the clutch cable breaks at the most inopportune moment.

The easiest way is to start the car in first gear, first pressing the gas pedal halfway. After turning the ignition, the car will immediately move off with a very noticeable jerk, so be extremely careful when trying to start it this way. Similarly, we turn on the reverse gear.

Driving for a long time in first gear can cause the engine to overheat. If there is a considerable distance to be covered, it is better to learn how to shift higher gears without using the clutch, for which:

• release the gas pedal and, at the moment of least resistance, switch off the gear, moving the transmission lever to the neutral position;
• then engage the next gear, continuing acceleration.

The proposed algorithm for downshifting in the event of a non-working clutch requiring replacement is somewhat different:

• Having switched to neutral gear, we revise the throttle, thereby increasing the speed of the input shaft;
• and only then switch to a lower gear.

A few notes

Taking advantage of the fact that you have climbed quite deep into the inside of the car, you can carry out some additional actions so as not to return to this in the near future.

• It is advisable to change the release bearing along with the clutch;
• You also need to check the clutch paddles and the clutch basket itself. If there is significant wear, do not be lazy to replace them, otherwise in the near foreseeable future you will have to climb into the hole again;
• The driven disk must be centered
  . It would be good to use a special mandrel for this purpose. If this is not available, you need to at least select a wooden round of the required size. When the basket fasteners are tightened, if the alignment is done correctly, the mandrel (or its substitute) should come out without any effort. But don’t fall out on your own.

Replacing the VAZ 2110-2112 clutch cable with your own hands, recommendations

In order to replace the clutch cable, you will need the following set of mechanic tools:

• flat and Phillips screwdrivers;
• a set of open-end wrenches and sockets with a ratchet.

Next, you need to perform a simple algorithm of actions, which involves dismantling the VAZ 2110 windshield wiper and window trim. Of course, it is possible to replace the clutch cable without the above steps, but complete instructions according to standard recommendations will still be more clear.

1. 1. First, you need to discard the front facing panel for the wind window frame (jabot), held in place by a set of screws;
2. 2. Next, remove the windshield washer tubes, wiper arms (in the case of an old-style frill) and, finally, the casing itself.

Removing windshield washer tubes

1. 3. Remove the windshield wiper, having first disconnected the negative terminal of the battery and disconnected the expansion tank, for which:

• the gear motor connector is dismantled;
• unscrew the nuts of the left and right fastening of the trapezoid, as well as the bolt holding the gearmotor to the bracket;
• finally, the wiper base, removed from the studs, can be removed from the air supply box.

We take into account the necessary nuances when replacing

Replacing the clutch cable on a VAZ 2110

Typically, the process of changing the clutch cable on VAZ 2110 cars should begin from the engine compartment . You need to simultaneously hold the fork and pull the cable, which is removed from the fork. Next, you need to release or remove the cable fastening from the bracket located on the gearbox. After such actions, they move into the car interior and continue to remove the damaged element. When performing repair work, you need to take into account all the nuances, since safety on the road will depend on the quality of the replacement part.

Note! If the VAZ 2110 car belongs to the “pilot-industrial” batch, then the bracket will be fastened in the form of a bolt with a head for a Phillips screwdriver. To remove such a bolt, a simple screwdriver will not work; you will need a special shortened one.

VAZ 2110 clutch cable replacement

In situations where the cable breaks along the way, you can unscrew the fastening with a regular tool, but this operation will have to be performed through an open safety block. In the future, it is recommended to replace this bolt with a more suitable one, which has a head for a wrench. Since a breakdown can happen at the most inopportune moment, the car must have a set of necessary devices.

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Changing the clutch cable, basic algorithm

Replacing the VAZ 2110 clutch cable is extremely simple. Even a novice amateur motorist will be able to do the job, and it’s quite difficult to make a mistake. What we do:

1. 1. To start, use two 19 mm open-end wrenches. loosen the nuts of the clutch cable end, tilting it away from the bracket;

VAZ 2110 clutch cable replacement

1. 2. Disconnect the cable from the fork that controls the clutch release;
2. 3. Now you need to disconnect the cable end from the clutch pedal lever. This can be done through the interior, but if you worry about dismantling in advance, then the task is greatly simplified. First, remove the protective cover of the mechanism.

Clutch cable end for VAZ 2110

1. 4. The end of the cable is unscrewed with a nut, additionally secured with a locking bracket. Unscrew the pedal lever nut, thereby releasing the cable;
2. 5. To release the upper end of the cable sheath, unscrew the corresponding bolt of the thrust plate in the passenger compartment. Then the thrust plate is removed along with the cable;
3. 6. The old cable is removed through the interior. When replacing, the lead of the new cable is lubricated with silicone.

Purpose of the cable and its place in the device

VAZ 2112 cars have a mechanical drive; it is installed on passenger cars of the VAZ family and not only, which are equipped with low-power power units. This type of drive compares favorably with others due to its very simple design and low cost of production. In addition, a mechanical drive is easy to repair and maintain because it contains a minimum number of necessary elements, see photo below:

Schematic design of a mechanical clutch

• As can be seen from the diagram, the main element of the mechanical drive is represented by a flexible cable enclosed in a shell
• The clutch pedal is located inside the car and is connected to the lever (clutch fork) through a flexible cable.
• At the junction of the fork and the cable there is an adjustment device, which is designed to regulate the free play of the pedal
• The operation of the drive is incredibly simple: the driver presses the pedal
• This sets the VAZ 2112 clutch cable in motion, which pulls the lever device
• This device (fork) moves the release bearing along the guide
• The release bearing presses on the legs (petals) of the basket
• Thus, the clutch is disengaged

Adjusting the newly installed cable

After the VAZ 2110 clutch cable has been replaced, all that remains is to make its final adjustment, spending about 30 minutes of your personal time. Thus, we ensure comfortable and reliable operation of the VAZ 2110 clutch mechanism.

Clutch pedal adjustment

The degree of tension is adjusted by changing the position of the lower end of the cable fixed in the gearbox bracket. You can navigate by the position of the adjacent pedal. When the adjustment is completed, we check it using a tape measure or ruler.

The pedal travel from its initial position to its stop on the floor should be within 125 mm with an error of 5 mm up or down. If the pedal position does not correspond to the specified recommendations, adjustment should be continued.

Causes of wear

Content

The main reason for the breakdown of this element is long-term operation of the VAZ 2110 car in poor conditions. For example, a car is stuck in a snowdrift, the driver has to accelerate frequently, which affects the condition of the part.

Separately, it should be said about the correct operation of the machine. With a sharp start at high speeds or with regular movement, when your foot is on the clutch pedal, which causes slipping, this is also a wear factor.

Operational reasons are not the only ones. Cable wear may occur earlier than expected due to the following factors:

• low quality cable installation;
• Carrying out repair work with many mistakes;
• ignoring the first signs indicating a breakdown.

Every factor must be taken into account to avoid unexpected damage and expense.

Checking status

Normal PT adjustment ensures that the vehicle is held on a slope. This corresponds to 3-8 clicks of the handle on newer nines or 5-7 clicks on a VAZ 2109 produced before 1995.

To carry out the test, follow a few simple steps:

• Find a slope that has about 25 degrees;
• Turn the handbrake to the required position;
• If the car starts to roll, the handbrake does not hold, adjustment is required;
• If there is no such slope nearby, the check is carried out in a garage;
• Place the car on a flat surface, raise the handbrake handle all the way;
• Approach from behind and try to push the car with maximum force;
• If the car begins to move, the RT requires adjustment;
• Check the operation of the handbrake at 2 clicks on newer versions of the VAZ 2109 and not reaching 5 clicks on versions before 1995. If the handbrake is working at full strength, the cable will be tightened. It will also need to be adjusted.

Operating a car with a tightened PT cable is also dangerous, as this leads to overheating and wear of the rear brake pads.

Adjustment

To adjust the PT cable you will need a pit, overpass or lift. Next we proceed according to the following algorithm.

1. Raise the handbrake handle 2-3 clicks from the passenger compartment.
2. Get under the car and loosen the locking nut of the parking brake cable equalizer. Before doing this, it is better to treat the nut with a wire brush to remove all dirt.
3. Then act according to the circumstances. If the cable is overtightened, it must be loosened by appropriate manipulation of the nut. If the cable holds too weakly, the nut must be tightened more tightly.
4. If tensioning the cable does not produce any result, then the element is already at the limit of its capabilities. Therefore, the only solution to this situation is replacement.
5. When adjusting the degree of tension, be sure to evaluate the adjustment of the cable along the PT lever. As you remember, normally it is 3-8 clicks for more recent versions of the VAZ 2109, or 5-7 clicks for nines that were produced before 1995.
6. Check the freedom of rotation of the rear wheels. If you overtighten the cable, the wheels will spin with difficulty and not as freely as they should.
7. After making the adjustment, tighten the locking nut back and check the operation of the handbrake again by driving up a slope or pushing the machine with the PT on.

If the adjustment did not give a positive result, the cable turned out to be worn out, overtightened and does not allow adjusting the operation of the RT, you will have to change it, thereby repairing the handbrake.

Replacement

In some cases, heavy movement of the cable in the sheath is due to lack of lubrication. To eliminate this defect, fill the shell with transmission or engine oil. Pour until grease flows out of the opposite end of the cable casing. Remember to move the cable while adding lubricant.

But lubrication is more of a temporary measure. If signs of cable wear are detected, it is better to replace it with a new one. This is done as follows.

1. Loosen the tension on the PT cable locking nut.
2. Unscrew the equalizer adjusting nut, which will loosen the handbrake drive cables.
3. Raise the rear of your VAZ 2109 using a jack, then remove the brake drum and brake pad.
4. Unscrew the drive cable end from the drive arm.
5. Disconnect the fastening nut, and then remove the PT cable holder on the rear suspension beam of the vehicle.
6. Remove the shell bushing from the hole in the brake shield.
7. Pass the end of the PT cable through the hole in the brake shield.
8. Remove the PT cable from all holders on the body of your car.
9. Disconnect the end of the PT cable from the equalizer.
10. Push the cable end out of the bracket to remove the cable.
11. Install a new, tested cable, proceeding in the reverse order.
12. Do not forget to adjust the cable tension and the performance of the restored RT at the final stage of assembling the unit.

What will you need?

Another positive quality of the cable drive is the ease of replacement. The whole operation takes about 20 minutes, even for a novice VAZ car owner. Moreover, everything can be done even in the field, with a small number of tools at hand.

For example, let's look at how to replace the clutch cable on a VAZ-2110, and in order to do everything you will need:

• 2 keys for 19;
• 2 keys for 8 and 10;
• Crosshead screwdriver;
• New cable.

All this is enough to carry out the work.

To make it clearer, look at the VAZ 2110 clutch drive diagram.

Malfunctions

Any driver experiences an unpleasant feeling when the clutch pedal sinks to the floor. This can happen if the clutch cable breaks; it is also possible that the release fork breaks (this case is discussed in another article). The cable breaks more often on older cars that are used in extreme conditions or all year round.

The cable may become frayed, which affects the smoothness of the pedal and the operation of the clutch. This cable also requires replacement.

If the clutch cable is broken, you can drive your car to the repair site. You need to start the car in first gear and shift while driving. The following situation is possible: the cable broke while the gear was engaged, and the car stalled.

There is a possibility that it will be difficult to engage the neutral position. Then your car won’t even be able to roll off the roadway. The transmission is disengaged by rocking the car forward and backward and disengaging the transmission at the same time. You can jack up one of the wheels and spin it by hand, this will also help.

Even if the cable is not replaced, gear shifting is possible. It is possible to get to the service station, but such driving has a negative impact on the service life of the gearbox.

The cost of the spare part is low, about 300 rubles. The cost of replacing a cable in a car service is 400 rubles.

Popular problems and their solutions

There are several characteristic faults that occur on the VAZ 2110. Let's try to understand the reasons for their occurrence, and also consider ways to solve the problem.

1. The clutch drives. The reasons may be: The pedal has insufficient travel, the tension is too tight. To eliminate this, you need to adjust the drive;
2. The driven disk is deformed. Only replacement will help here;
3. The driven disc hub sometimes gets stuck. If so, try washing it and lubricating the input shaft splines. If the element or the shaft itself is worn out, then replace them;
4. The friction linings are broken and the rivets are loose. The best solution is a complete replacement of the casing, which includes a spring and a disk;
5. The pressure plate is warped or warped. Replace the linings, but first make sure that there are no deviations in the end runout of the disk;
6. There were problems with the cable. Pull it up. If there is no result, replace with a new one.

Malfunctions

Any driver experiences an unpleasant feeling when the clutch pedal sinks to the floor. This can happen if the clutch cable breaks; it is also possible that the release fork breaks (this case is discussed in another article). The cable breaks more often on older cars that are used in extreme conditions or all year round.

The cable may become frayed, which affects the smoothness of the pedal and the operation of the clutch. This cable also requires replacement.

If the clutch cable is broken, you can drive your car to the repair site. You need to start the car in first gear and shift while driving. The following situation is possible: the cable broke while the gear was engaged, and the car stalled.

There is a possibility that it will be difficult to engage the neutral position. Then your car won’t even be able to roll off the roadway. The transmission is disengaged by rocking the car forward and backward and disengaging the transmission at the same time. You can jack up one of the wheels and spin it by hand, this will also help.

Even if the cable is not replaced, gear shifting is possible. It is possible to get to the service station, but such driving has a negative impact on the service life of the gearbox.

The cost of the spare part is low, about 300 rubles. The cost of replacing a cable in a car service is 400 rubles.