Seat upholstery VAZ 2114 - factory seat upholstery

Western car manufacturers pay a huge amount of attention to developing comfortable seats. Essentially, high-quality seats are the key to comfort for both driver and passengers. Therefore, today in most foreign cars you can often find anatomical designs that are equipped with lumbar support, and there is also lateral support.

Recently, the domestic auto industry has begun to improve car seats for the benefit of comfort. But what about the owners of those generations where such options were not provided? In this case, the solution to the problem comes down to tuning the existing seats, or completely replacing the seats. This article will tell you how to modify the interior of a VAZ 2114, as well as which seats will fit in the car without complex modifications.

The dangers of uncomfortable car seats

Safety and driver comfort in any vehicle begins with the driver's seat. An insufficiently developed design significantly affects the general condition of the driver during long trips. It is possible that your back, arms and other troubles may become numb, which significantly distracts you from driving. The presence of comfortable seats is the primary factor when buying a car. Because not everyone wants to exercise after a long trip.

What can be done to the interior of the VAZ 2114 to improve comfort:

• improve appearance through tuning;
• reupholster the interior with covers;
• replace standard seats with sports or anatomical options;
• perform complex tuning.

Second phase. We install sound insulation.

First we glue the vibration-isolating layer. The vibration isolator is already supplied with an applied adhesive layer (you just need to remove the protective film). The roof is divided into three tin rectangles by stiffening ribs. Measure and cut three pieces of vibration to cover the maximum area of ​​the roof. Then, having removed the film, carefully glue the layer, smoothing it from the middle to the edges so that there are no air bubbles left. You can use a wallpaper roller for these purposes.

After the vibration isolator comes the turn of the sound-absorbing layer. The material also has an adhesive layer on one side, which simplifies the work. We try to cover the entire roof area with a sound insulator, including the stiffeners. We do not allow the formation of air bubbles. Sound insulation installed. By the way, to improve adhesion, you can preheat the soundproofing materials with a hairdryer.

We improve the interior with covers

If the design of the seats to some extent suits the owner of the VAZ 2114, then the main problem in the cabin is the presence of secondary factors:

• wear and tear of upholstery materials;
• all kinds of pollution;
• greasy spots.

Naturally, such an arrangement is unlikely to suit any owner of a VAZ 2114 car. The upholstery of domestically produced cars wears out very quickly - all this is the result of the use of low-quality materials.

If the upholstery in the car has not yet lost its original appearance and is in good condition, then it would be advisable to protect the seats with special covers.

In fact, this is one of the cheapest tuning options, which contributes to the following improvements:

• improving the appearance of the interior and giving it some individuality;
• comprehensive protection against abrasion and contamination;
• Some manufacturers offer products with special inserts that improve the comfort of the driver and passengers.

Car covers are inexpensive and easy to clean from all kinds of dirt. There are a large number of options on the market today, among which you can easily get lost. First, just decide whether to buy ready-made covers or have them made to order.

Ready-made solutions include covers with padding polyester inserts that provide back support. Such products, as a rule, have increased resistance to wear. Variations of available colors will allow you to choose covers to match other interior elements so that everything looks harmonious.

What is tuning?

Installing a bumper cover for a VAZ 2114
The term “tuning” means improving the primary characteristics of the vehicle. VAZ 2114 is an updated version of the classic “nine”. And the model itself is in great demand among fans of the domestic automobile industry, largely thanks to the improvements made to the design of the Samara of the second model. But like any domestic “iron horse,” these machines have many shortcomings. Because of this, most modern motorists are forced to make modifications to the original design of the car. Thanks to them, both the functionality of the vehicle and its comfort are improved.

Let's start by discussing the types of covers. They can be classified by color and texture, but the most significant criterion is the material.

Material type	Advantages	Flaws
Velours	With good quality, it creates a cozy, comfortable interior, lasts a long time, and does not require careful maintenance.	Heavy stains are difficult to remove and absorb odors
Textile	Cheap and varied in color and texture	Cheapness negatively affects quality and service life
Leather	Traditional solution, attractive appearance, easy maintenance	High cost, delicate, requires careful handling, gets very hot under the sun
Eco leather	Modern, high-tech material that breathes, does not fade, does not crack, can be cleaned and washed, and is not afraid of frost.	Limited range of colors, quite high cost
Leatherette	It has almost all the advantages of genuine leather, costs less, and is easier to care for.	May initially emit unpleasant odors
Animal fur	Soft, comfortable, unusual, create an original atmosphere in the salon	Bacteria and microbes may remain on them. You have to carefully and often care for the covers

Eco-leather in action
From all that has been said above, we can conclude that leather is an ideal option for those who are looking for a combination of quality, visual appeal and durability.

Why leather? Advantages and disadvantages

Let's discuss leather capes and their main characteristics in more detail. Today, many owners of the VAZ 2114 and others opt for this option. Why? Let's try to figure it out.

Let's start with the positive qualities. These include:

• Attractive and stylish appearance, emphasizing the solidity of the interior;
• Easy to clean, easy to wash covers;
• Impressive durability indicators subject to basic care rules;
• Adaptability to harsh climates, which is why the covers will not crack and harden in our frosts;
• Create a soft and comfortable place for the driver and passengers to sit;
• Pleasant to the touch, warm, not afraid of heat;
• The leather is not afraid of such contaminants as motor oil and animal hair, which turn fabric covers into unnecessary rags.

Leather capes
What are their disadvantages? There are only two that can be named, and they are quite controversial.

1. The leather cover heats up in the sun, making it difficult to sit on the chairs with bare skin. The problem can be solved by simply covering the windshield with a reflector. All seats are heated, so this is a dubious drawback.
2. High price. There is no arguing here, leather capes are really expensive. But the money spent is repaid by the longevity and reliability of operation of such covers. They last a long time and do not need to be replaced every year.

Despite the controversial disadvantages, leather cases have excellent advantages, which makes them the most attractive in the eyes of practical buyers.

Price issue

An important issue when choosing such products is their cost.

Not everyone is counting on long-term prospects, and cannot afford to spend a lot of money on the purchase of certain types of cases. But this position is not entirely correct if you are not going to sell your VAZ 2114 in the near future.

High-quality covers will provide you with comfort and coziness, and protect the seats themselves from wear. Therefore, we advise you to invest a normal amount, but buy some capes.

Prices directly depend on the material used to sew them, as well as on the specific manufacturer and region. Therefore, the price tags listed below may differ from those presented in your market.

1. Leather - about 3.5 thousand rubles per set.
2. Jacquard - approximately 3 thousand rubles per set.
3. Velor and fur - approximately 4.8-5 thousand rubles.
4. Genuine leather - from 5.5 thousand rubles and above per set.
5. Fabric - you can find sets for 1.5-2 thousand rubles or more.

How to install covers on a VAZ 2114

It is entirely possible to cope with this task yourself, so no additional costs are expected. The standard set of covers includes upholstery for seats, backrests and headrests.

Before installation, it is advisable to accurately understand each element. That is, it is important to determine where each cover will be installed. The tensioning process must begin from the front seats. Step-by-step instruction:

1. Remove the head restraints.
2. Pull the covers over the backs.
3. Using hooks, secure the elastic bands that are located along the central seam. It must be threaded through the gap between the seat and backrest.
4. Next, the cover is pulled over the seat and secured in the same way.
5. The final stage is the installation of head restraints.
6. To install the covers on the rear seats, they must first be dismantled and removed from the car.

During work, keep in mind that the covers with zippers are pulled over the backrests, the rest are intended for chairs. Is the factory trim already worn out? Then, before installing the covers, you need to bring it into proper shape (alter it or dry clean it).

If it is necessary to carry out a complete reupholstery of the interior, then it is better to entrust this work to professionals.

Glue used for reupholstering seats

It is prohibited to apply foam rubber for upholstering seats with a brush - you can simply ruin the element. The fact is that the glue will penetrate deep into the pores and, when squeezed, glues the internal structure of the foam rubber. So, the foam rubber will not return to its original state.

You need to use glue for the reupholstery - in a spray can. German Mah2 spray adhesive works well. This high-temperature (up to 150°C) adhesive is certified in Germany for use in the automotive industry.

The parts of the cover glued to the foam rubber are sewn together. When stitching, you need to align the marks on the edges of the parts well.

What machines are used when reupholstering car interiors?

Workshops for upholstering seats made of heavy materials use HIGHLEAD GC0628 sewing machines of various modifications. Single-needle industrial lockstitch sewing machine with complex (triple) advance; it is important that the drive allows the material to be slowly advanced.

Now we glue the seam flaps spread out to the sides on the wrong side of the seat covers. To do this, first cut off the strips of foam rubber that remain near the lapels in order to clean the Alcantara and leather lapels for gluing. Then, we spread the flaps of the material to the sides and press them against the foam rubber. Another important point in upholstering the car interior is tapping the seams of Alcantara and leather on the foam rubber. Press the seams with a simple hammer.

The lapels must be sewn together, using a double finishing line. The free edges behind the stitching thread are not cut off - this will not be visible under the foam rubber. You can cut the edges along the edge of the cover element.

How to choose anatomical or sports seats for a VAZ 2114

Covers often improve only the appearance of the interior, sometimes slightly increasing the anatomical properties of the seats. If comfort is the main issue during modifications, then completely replacing the seats is an excellent solution. The selection of anatomical or sporty seats is limited only by the amount of money and the owner’s imagination. Do you want a lower back massage or heating? Buckets or comfortable seats? All this is real, even without any special modifications to the fastenings.

You can make a choice both in favor of new products and in the direction of used seats from foreign cars. The supply market is quite extensive.

Anatomical seats have good lateral support, which will prevent the driver or front passenger from flying out of it when cornering. In addition, the correct position of the back is maintained. Such seats significantly reduce the risk of musculoskeletal diseases - this is one of the important selection criteria for drivers who spend most of the day behind the wheel. Typically, anatomical seats are equipped with headrests and armrests.

Bucket-type sports seats are not divided into backrest, seat and headrest (as with anatomical solutions). The entire frame is characterized by increased rigidity, representing one whole, without adjustments. Thus, sports seats are not suitable for every driver.

Step-by-step instructions for dismantling

Before starting work, we prepare the necessary tools. To remove the seats we will need:

• flat and Phillips screwdrivers;
• key to 10;
• pliers;
• repair kit (depending on the situation).

It is better to work with gloves so as not to accidentally injure your hand on sharp metal corners.

The procedure is as follows:

1. Unfasten the rear seat upholstery buttons on the trunk side.
2. Pull back the loop and remove the latch near the headrest.

To get to the latch, you need to pull the loop near the headrest

We pull out the hooks on the back from the metal brackets that are on the body.

Remove the hooks that hold the seats to the body

The armrest mounting frame is fixed with three screws; we unscrew them for further dismantling. To remove the armrest itself, use a 10mm wrench and unscrew the nuts. Use a 10mm wrench to remove the armrest fastening nut.

The mounting pad is secured with two latches; we press them out with a flat-head screwdriver.

To remove the mounting pad, press the two latches

Unscrew the fastening bolt and pull out the seat cushion lock.

After unscrewing the mounting bolt, the lock can be easily removed

Dismantling ends by unscrewing the last two nuts with a 10mm wrench, after which the base of the lock is removed.

Sequencing

So, if you decide to make car seat covers yourself, then you need to decide on the procedure.

The first thing you should start with is to determine (by experiment) what thickness and density of the material can be sewn using the sewing machine you have. The choice of material for making covers will largely depend on this. Attempts to sew through too dense material can lead to its breakage and unjustifiably expensive repairs.

Then you need to make all the necessary patterns. The number of individual elements will depend on the configuration of the chair and armrests.

And only after that we decide on the amount of material needed.

Let's sum it up

You can always assume that increasing the operating comfort of a car is a good thing. But the costs of this process can be colossal if we are talking about an old domestic car. In this case, you will have to invest a lot of money in the purchase of materials, their preparation, as well as preparatory work in the car itself. Here, even dismantling old seats can be difficult for a master for a number of reasons. When calculating the budget for replacing seats, you should always take into account important factors that indicate the feasibility of such actions and investments. Often, after studying the issue, owners simply abandon such an idea.

But it often happens that an idea grows into concrete actions. In this case, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the legal requirements for each driver described in the traffic rules. In the section on car conversion you will find a lot of interesting things. You should not throw away old seats, as problems may arise with deregistration of the car. Always be guided by the combination of price and quality of work performed. If all the features are acceptable for you, you can find new chairs today. What do you think about this car conversion?

Why do you need a car awning?

Few people think about how useful a car awning is. If you do not have your own garage, or it is located far away, such a protective cover will protect your car from many harmful influences. Imagine that you and your family went out into the countryside, but suddenly it began to hail: large ice peas can seriously damage the car’s surface, and sometimes even break the windows. To prevent this from happening, cover the car with an awning.

The cover will reliably protect the car from moisture and dust

Thus, the case performs many useful functions:

• protects the car's paintwork from fading in the sun;
• protects against rain, hail and snow;
• prevents dust from entering the mechanism;
• reliably protects the car from birds and street animals.

As you can see for yourself, this is an extremely useful accessory that can be easily carried with you in the trunk of your car and used at the right time.

There are two main types of awning fabric:

• Oxford;
• tarpaulin.

Oxford is a synthetic fabric impregnated with polyvinyl chloride or polyurethane. Its density can reach 500 g/m2.

Oxford has high strength and density

Tarpaulin is a material consisting of durable polyethylene threads that are tightly woven together. It is laminated on both sides with a special light-stabilized film.

Tarpaulin will protect well from moisture and dirt

The materials are united by increased strength and resistance to temperature changes. At the same time, the air underneath can circulate freely, which means that moisture will not accumulate on the walls of the car. Such an awning will not fade in the sun itself, and will not allow this to happen to your paint.

It is quite easy to care for such materials: clean them as they become dirty with a brush, and periodically wash them in a regular automatic machine. The average price for fabric for awnings varies between 70–180 rubles per m2.

Removal and installation of front seats

And so, let’s look at the question - how to remove the front seats on a VAZ 2114.

To perform this operation we will need the following set of tools:

• flat screwdriver;
• ratchet;
• knob;
• 8 mm head (or Torx 10 - in late models);
• 13 mm socket or a simple 13mm wrench.

The front seats are dismantled according to the following scheme:

1. Disconnect the heated seat wiring harnesses (if equipped).
2. Using a 13mm wrench, unscrew the four nuts securing the front seat tube.

1. If necessary, remove the torsion bars by pulling forcefully at their edges.

1. Raise the seat (you need to do this with a jerk) to its highest position (as far as possible), after which access to its fastening will open.

1. Unscrew the bolts securing the seat slides in the front (on both sides).
2. Pull the locking lever to move the seat forward.

1. Unscrew the bolts securing the seat slide at the rear (on both sides).
2. Remove the vacated seat.

Installing the seat in the car is done in exactly the same way, but in the reverse order (it should be noted that this diagram is relevant for both front seats - the driver's and the passenger's).

When purchasing new front seats, the best option would be to give preference to the so-called anatomical ones, which allow you to feel comfortable behind the wheel even on long trips.

Kinds

First, let's look at the types of seats that you can purchase for your VAZ 2114. There are three categories in total, the advantages and disadvantages of which are described in more detail in our table.

Seat type	pros	Minuses
Racing	Ideal for professional sports, designed for very high loads, made of high quality materials	The design is uniform and is not divided into a backrest and a chair. Very expensive, cause discomfort when boarding and disembarking, and quite hard. They are not intended for driving on regular roads or for long voyages.
Sports	The backrest is adjustable, they look great on the fourteenth, well-thought-out safety, clear fixation of the driver, they have excellent support for the hips and shoulders, long trips do not cause discomfort	Not suitable for cars with soft suspension, there are problems with the landing, which is quite uncomfortable, especially for large drivers and passengers
Gran Turismo	Luxury chairs that are ideal in terms of comfort and ergonomics. Externally attractive, perfectly secures the driver, withstands heavy loads, allows you to easily sit down and stand up, can have many built-in functions, ideal for professional drivers, wide range of position adjustments	They have practically no downsides. But the more features, the higher the cost

Don't chase fashion when purchasing sports or racing seats for regular city roads. But if you are adapting your VAZ for competitions, then it is categorically not recommended to go on the tracks on ordinary seats.

High comfort chairs

What to choose

We have decided on the types of seats, but there are a great variety of them depending on the manufacturer, size, functions, etc.

Since the VAZ 2114 is a car more likely for city roads, we will focus on the choice of anatomical seats.

Let's discuss several points for choosing them.

1. Origin. Here the choice is between used and new seats. The new ones are more expensive, but they certainly have more advantages. A good place to look for used seat sets is car dismantling yards, where you can touch and inspect the product with your own hands. The choice depends on you and your financial capabilities.
2. Equipment. The presence of armrests and headrests is strongly encouraged. Make sure that the chairs come with all the necessary components and fasteners. They are not always provided by the seller, so ask in advance about the installation details.
3. Fastenings. Some seats from foreign cars fit perfectly under the standard VAZ holes for installation. For others, you have to do a little modification in the form of using adapters or creating additional holes. And there are also those, for the installation of which you will have to almost completely redo the seat on the body. This is far from the best option, since you will have to spend a lot of time and money.
4. Manufacturer. A lot depends on who exactly made the seats you choose. If you are interested in kits from foreign cars, then seats from Ford have proven themselves to be quite good. But keep in mind that some may be too wide, which will complicate access to the handbrake and will not allow you to move the seat back and forth. Take measurements in advance. There is also a company called UNP. It specializes in the manufacture of both anatomical and sports seats for cars of the domestic manufacturer - AvtoVAZ. They have a higher quality finish and are offered with all the necessary accessories and fasteners. Working with them is more convenient and easier.