Do-it-yourself auto repair grant

This car was among the last to roll off the VAZ conveyor line, replacing the beloved Lada Kalina and Lada Samara. The model managed to hit quite quickly with some worthy features. The updated car in many positions differs from the analogues produced before it, it looks quite attractive among the model range of the domestic automotive industry.

The lucky ones who own such a car consider its main advantages to be the comfort and spaciousness of the cabin, high-quality assembly, and attractive design:

I would like to note that the basic equipment of the car is also distinguished by an abundance, despite the fact that the prices of the car were determined taking into account the financial capabilities of the middle strata of the population:

For the development of the car, the well-known Kalina platform was used as a basis. The modernization process left only the doors in their original form, completely changing the body part. The luggage compartment has not been changed either, increasing its volume to five hundred liters:

The car is rightfully considered a reliable vehicle, but sometimes there are breakdowns inherent in this model range. For this reason, having decided to purchase such a car, it is recommended to clarify how possible it is to repair Lada Granta with your own hands.

The appearance of the car is an important thing that any vehicle owner takes care of. But no one is immune from scratches, and you should know how to properly deal with them so that rust does not form.

Minor damage that has not reached the primer layer can be removed by polishing. To do this, use special pastes, with the help of which a thin layer of paint is removed in the problem area and equalizes the scratch to a general shade. Some people use a wax crayon, but after it, the surface should be treated with a polish that enriches the color. Unfortunately, shallow but wide scratches will have to be painted. You should not be afraid - it is enough to work with a brush to paint the nails, because it is only necessary to paint the problem area, and not the entire body element.
Another simple job is soundproofing the car doors and hood to create additional comfort and acceptable acoustics. So you protect the interior from extraneous noise and squeaks, the sound of music will become more pleasant. In this case, it is important to choose the right material and follow the sequence of work:

In general terms, the scheme of work is as follows:

• remove the old skin;
• clean the surface from dust accumulations;
• cut the material to absorb vibration and heat it with a construction hairdryer:
• glue the material end-to-end, roll it on with a roller;
• cover the area with noise-absorbing material;
• gluing technological places;
• gluing "Vibroplast".

The main difference between the car is the absence of a support roller on the engine. This feature causes a lot of unpleasant moments. We propose to more clearly study the procedure for replacing the flywheel when changing the rear oil seals, failure of the ring gear or for the purpose of grinding.
First you need to dismantle the gearbox. Further, to make it easier for yourself to work on the upcoming assembly, you should mark the placement of the flywheel and crankshaft. Now it is allowed to remove the flywheel holder, but the main element must remain motionless.

The jagged parts should be visually inspected for uneven spots and burrs. A normal element is installed in place of the worn part.Pay attention to the integrity of the gasket that maintains the safety of the engine. This element is consumable, and its periodic replacement will have a positive effect on the engine's performance.

A new car must be run in with three thousand kilometers, while towing a trailer or a second car is prohibited. You should not start jerking, bring the crankshaft speed to six thousand, perform turns with slipping.

Approach the climatic equipment of the machine carefully, turn on the air conditioner only when the engine is running, when the windows are fogged up, activate the fan at a reduced speed.

Do not be lazy to go through diagnostics, perform regular maintenance of the machine. These measures will help you avoid serious troubles and, as a result, significant financial costs.

Lada Granta has firmly taken its place in the domestic car market and is at the forefront in terms of the number of sales per year. The novelty of AvtoVAZ has pleased the lovers of comfortable trips at not too high costs. The prototype of a budget foreign car is more affordable for the Russian consumer, but perhaps not as durable.

The products of the domestic auto industry are beneficial in that in the event of a breakdown and the need to replace a part, it can be easily found at any car market. If you have a Lada Grant car, do-it-yourself repairs can be carried out in your own garage, without additional costs for car services. The main thing is to have the right tools.

Sadly, nothing lasts forever. And Lada Grant cars have minor malfunctions and major breakdowns. What kind of repairs can be done by hand without resorting to the help of professional craftsmen?

Dismantling the flywheel is carried out in several cases: replacing the rear oil seal, breakage of the ring gear, for grinding the flywheel surface under the clutch disc. First you have to remove the gearbox. For the convenience of further assembly of parts, it is recommended to mark the location of the crankshaft and flywheel.

Pull out the flywheel bolts, holding the device so that it does not move. The condition of the teeth is assessed visually. There should be no burrs on the surface. For ease of assessment, it is recommended to slide your finger over the surface. The defective flywheel is replaced with a new one, the part is installed in place.

The gasket protects the engine from leaking engine oil and coolant, and it should be replaced with a new one not only in case of damage, but also every time the cylinder block is tampered with, since it is considered a one-time use.

It is most convenient to replace it immediately after stopping the car, at this time the pressure is significantly reduced. The piston of the first cylinder is set to the TDC position of the compression stroke. The "ground" terminal is removed from the battery and the coolant is drained. The air intake filter is dismantled. Disconnect the wiring harness block, spark plugs and wires, as well as the oil pressure drop and coolant temperature sensors.

After all these simple procedures, you can replace the gasket and connect all the units in the reverse order.