Do-it-yourself steering rack repair Matiz

steering rack The design features of the minicar Matiz make it as convenient as possible for operation in a metropolis. It is in full compliance with modern requirements for ergonomics and safety. The steering system of this car model is reliable and unpretentious.

However, for any equipment, even if it is characterized by increased reliability, there comes a moment when it begins to fail. And of course, you also have to do the repair of the steering rack of the Matiz car. In this article, we will tell you how to determine that the need for such work is overdue and how it can be done without unnecessary time and financial costs.

The task of the steering rack is to ensure a reliable connection of the steering column and wheels into a single system. In addition, it is designed to create conditions that guarantee a prompt response of the car to the actions taken by the driver. The level of vehicle traffic safety and its controllability depends on how reliably this unit will function.

The reasons that can provoke the need to repair the steering rack on a Matiz car are most often:

• An urgent need to frequently drive on poor-quality roads.
• Hitting a car wheel in a deep hole at high speed.
• The habit of rapidly accelerating the movement of the car, without paying attention to the fact that the steering wheel is in the extreme left or extreme right position.
• Regular hitting curbs, which often happens when parking.

Any driver can independently determine the occurrence of a steering rack malfunction by the following signs:

do-it-yourself repair However, it should be noted that it is often quite difficult to determine a malfunction only by external signs, since they can simply be confused. Therefore, in order to find the true cause of the breakdown, it is necessary to completely disassemble the steering rack. Here is how this is done on our own, and further narration will go on.

Of course, the easiest way to fix a malfunction in the steering rack is to contact the service station specialists who will perform this work quickly and professionally. However, it happens that this same service station simply is not nearby, or the cost of performing work in it is such that the idea of ​​\u200b\u200bcarrying out repairs on your own involuntarily arises. And we will be happy to help everyone by describing below all the stages of the operation.

• wrench for 17;
• puller for dismantling ball joints;
• medium weight hammer;
• pliers;
• screwdriver;
• ring wrench for 32.

In order to make this work as convenient as possible, the car should be driven into a viewing hole or onto a flyover. Only after fixing the car in order to prevent its spontaneous displacement during operation, you can start repairing.

steering rack At this, the repair of the steering rack of the Matiz car can be considered complete. The reverse assembly is performed exactly according to the reverse copy of the circuit that was used during disassembly. As can be seen from the description we provided, almost every driver who has at least minimal skills in working with tools can do this job.If there are none, or you just don’t want to get your hands dirty and spend a fairly large amount of time to complete this rather simple operation, but you have extra cash, then, of course, you should just drive the car to the service station and go to drink coffee until masters will deal with it.

The steering rack on a Daewoo Matiz can be both with power steering and without it. The principle of operation of the mechanisms is slightly different. Cars with power steering are more practical and easier to drive. However, the mechanical steering rack is the forerunner of the power steering, it was used in the first cars, and is used by some automobile firms to this day.

The principle of operation of a mechanical steering rack a little easier than power steering racks. In the first mechanism, the pinion contacts the rack without assistance. The horizontal and vertical shafts are fixed in sliding and rolling bearings. Such mechanisms are often used in conjunction with an electric motor on the steering column.

The electric motor reduces the effort of drivers when cornering to a minimum. All shock loads fall on the gear train. In the straight position of the steering wheel, the teeth wear out very quickly. Moisture that gets inside the mechanism causes corrosion of metal parts. This leads to frequent breakdowns of such a mechanism.

Rake with power steering on the Daewoo Matiz has a slightly different working principle. Here, a rotary control valve is placed in the steering mechanism. It directs hydraulic fluid to opposite sides of the rack piston. Hydraulic fluid under high pressure moves the rack in different directions.

The linear force that the rack piston creates is transmitted through the steering rods and their tips to the rotary cams, they turn the wheels in different directions. If the power steering is broken, then you have to apply a lot of effort to turn the steering wheel. In this case, the gear teeth cling to the rack teeth, causing the rack to move.

All of the above in general terms describes the principle of operation of different steering columns. And if you do not have experience or special education, then it is better to entrust the repair of the steering column of your Daewoo Matiz to the master.

Any driver with experience, in the event of a gearbox failure, will immediately suspect something is amiss. To understand that it was the column that broke down, you need to know a number of signs of a malfunction of this mechanism. And it is best to entrust the repair of the steering Daewoo Matiz to our specialists in St. Petersburg. Self-repair can lead to aggravation of the breakdown.

The main signs of a malfunctioning steering column:

• when cornering, you have to make great efforts to turn the steering wheel;
• in the case of a column with power steering: a drop in the level of hydraulic fluid, fluid leakage in front of the car;
• at high speed, the steering wheel begins to vibrate;
• when driving, a backlash appears on the front wheels, which does not allow you to keep the car in a straight line;
• after entering the turn, it becomes difficult to return the wheels to their original position.

With any of the above signs of a malfunction, you should immediately contact a car repair shop to repair the Daewoo Matiz steering rack with or without power steering. In any case, it is impossible to leave everything to the mercy of fate, as this can lead to sad consequences.

In our country, it is generally accepted that the main reason for the rapid wear of the steering columns are bad roads. When the vehicle hits a pothole at speed, the impact load is transferred to the front axle. Regular loading can slowly destroy such a mechanism. With all this, everyone tries to dodge the pits, even at high speeds. And when the steering wheel turns at a speed of 80-100 km / h and the car falls into a hole, the damage is even more serious. Immediately there is a risk of damage to the integrity of the hydraulic booster mechanism.

One of the causes of gearbox failure is "winter drift". With a large eversion of the steering wheel of a car at a speed of 60-90 km / h, the column mechanism experiences severe overloads. Excessively high hydraulic fluid pressure can interfere with the proper functioning of the rack.

If you suspect a malfunction of the gearbox of your car, we advise you to immediately contact our auto repair shop for a full diagnosis and subsequent repair.

Diagnostics takes place in three stages:

1. Primary or general inspection of the steering column performance (in this case, the mechanism is not removed from the car).
2. Secondary inspection: checking for backlash, for the integrity of oil seals, bearings and anthers.
3. A complete inspection of each individual part of the gearbox.

Initial inspection mechanism is carried out on the car. Our master checks the column for backlash and for the presence of hydraulic fluid. If there is little liquid, then there is a risk of damage to the system.

At the second stage the removed mechanism is clamped in a vise. Now the master checks the production of a worm pair, steering rod apples, oil seals, bearings, anthers, etc.

If at the first two stages it was not possible to establish the cause of the breakdown, then it is necessary to proceed to third stage of diagnosis. Now the master will disassemble the steering column and inspect each part separately. And after that he will make a conclusion about what kind of malfunction in a particular case. And then it will be possible to repair the Daewoo Matiz steering rack in our car service at the right price.

Only the most qualified specialists work in our auto repair shop in St. Petersburg. We will fix the problem with your gearbox as soon as possible. The quality of repairs is always at the highest level.

Surface repair of the Matiz rail with power steering includes: changing the hydraulic fluid, tightening nuts and bolts to eliminate steering play, etc. A lot of time for surface repairs is not required. In total, all procedures will take about an hour.

If you turn to our auto repair shop in time, then you will not need to buy a new mechanism, everything can be done by adjusting the old one. Our masters will eliminate minor malfunctions and lubricate individual parts, after which your car will become fully operational.

A complete repair will require the removal of the entire mechanism from the car. We do not recommend that you carry out a complete column repair yourself if you do not have experience in this area. It is best to repair the steering rack in our auto repair shop in St. Petersburg. Our masters will take care of your car.

To repair the steering Daewoo Matiz, you will need special tools that are fully available in our workshop. To begin with, our masters will remove the entire mechanism, and then fix it in a vise. Then the harnesses will be removed from the anthers of the steering rods. Next, the hinges will be released and the rods will be unscrewed.

The retaining ring is removed from the distributor and the plug is removed from the spool, after which the spool nut is unscrewed. Next, unscrew the adjusting clamp nut and remove the spring. A rod is pulled out of the cavity. Then the distributor is knocked out of the steering gearbox housing and the seals and bearing are removed from it. Throw off the rear stopper and remove the rear support, and then take out the stem. Remove the left stem seal with a special puller.

After the entire mechanism is disassembled, all parts are cleaned of dust and dirt, lubricated with special grease. Replaced all anthers and seals. Replace bearings if necessary. If any separate gear mechanism has failed, then it is also replaced with a new one.

Now the whole mechanism is assembled back and tested on a special stand for performance. Then it is installed on your car, after which you can safely go about your business. The steering rack for "Matiz" is available from us at reasonable prices. And we guarantee our work.

We can also completely replace the steering rack with a new one. To do this, we do not need to disassemble the old mechanism, as described in the paragraph above.We simply remove the old gearbox and install a new one.

If your car has a mechanical steering rack:

• to begin with, we will loosen the fastenings of the steering tips;
• then loosen the bolts of the gearbox to the car body;
• then remove the universal joint and release the entire mechanism.
• then install a new tie rod.

If your car has a gearbox with power steering: first we will release the high pressure pipes, and then drain the hydraulic fluid. Then everything is the same as described above. You can buy a steering rack for Matiz directly in our car service, we will immediately install it on your car.

If your car has problems with the gearbox, please contact our auto repair shop in St. Petersburg, we will help you repair the mechanism at the highest level.

Matiz is a car with a rich pedigree. Perhaps a more international car than the Daewoo Matiz cannot be found. Judge for yourself: the Daewoo trademark is South Korean, the Matiz model was developed by engineers of the Italian company Fiat on the basis of the Japanese small car Suzuki Alto, the main components for it are manufactured in Uzbekistan, and Matiz is assembled in China, Poland, Italy, Japan, Pakistan, Vietnam and India. Mostly Uzbek Matizs drive on Russian roads.

From Italian relatives, Matiz inherited small dimensions, a small wheelbase and, accordingly, high maneuverability; from Japanese ancestors - a fairly spacious and comfortable (for its class, of course) interior so that four people can easily fit in it; from Uzbek parents - the extremely low quality of the steel from which the body and chassis elements are made: in Russian conditions they begin to rust after the first winter and the car owner has to repair the Daewoo Matiz rail.

Few people know that, starting from the third generation, Daewoo Matiz completely changed its name, turning into a Chevrolet Spark. But this did not make me an American - this machine is manufactured in the same Uzbekistan, and the quality of its assembly, to put it mildly, leaves much to be desired.

Nevertheless, the popularity of this car is high, and not only in Russia. If not for the catastrophically high susceptibility of Daewoo Matiz to corrosion, then it could well be considered an ideal city car: small, maneuverable, economical - a born inhabitant of the urban jungle. And, most importantly, inexpensive: until recently, Matiz was the cheapest car that could be bought in Russia. Having changed its name to the Chevrolet Spark, this baby not only slightly increased in size, but also grew considerably in price.

The design of Matiz is so simple that there is almost nothing to break in it. Three-cylinder engine with a volume of 0.8 liters and a power of 51 hp. it would be quite reliable if it were not for the timing belt, which in Matiz, in order to avoid breaking it, has to be changed every 50 thousand km. run; spring shock absorbers - for such a small and light car they are enough; a traditional steering rack that is not equipped with a power steering system - turning the 13-inch Matiz wheels is not difficult even without it.

One of the weakest points of this car is the steering system, which, by the way, often requires repair of the steering Daewoo Matiz. There are several reasons for this. Firstly, the steel from which its components are made is not of high enough quality, so that all parts of the rail, without exception, wear out very quickly, so that by the end of the first hundred thousand km. run, many of them will already be changed by a caring owner. The owner of Matiz, inexperienced in technical matters, will first receive play in the steering column, and then a knock in the tip bearings. If this does not alert him, then at one fine moment smoke will pour out from under the front wheels of the car - these bearings will become completely unusable.

And it’s good if this trouble with Matiz happens in Russia or in the same Uzbekistan, where this car is known and almost all spare parts for it are available at many service stations. European car services are not familiar with Matiz, and the details of its steering system are so unique that they cannot be replaced with parts from any other car.

In Russia, all the original elements of the Matiz rail can be bought without difficulty, and they are inexpensive. Plus, access to this node in Matiz is simple and does not require any special tricks from the master, so repairing the Matiz steering column will cost its owner a relatively small amount. Speaking directly about the tip bearings, they are usually sold in pairs. Therefore, even if the Daewoo Matiz steering rack without power steering has become unusable, namely, only one of them has broken down, it makes complete sense to replace both at once, and not wait until the second jams.

To extend the life of the Daewoo Matiz steering gear, you need to follow four simple rules.

1. Monitor the condition of the rail housing and its seals. Worn and torn oil seals will sooner or later, firstly, cause oil to leak out of the mechanism, which will lead to its accelerated wear, and secondly, sand and small stones flying from under the wheels of the car can lead to breakage of the rack gear mechanism .
2. Make sure that all moving parts of the river (the gear between the rack and the control gear, the bearings of the tips and the connection of the tips themselves with the wheels) are always well lubricated and change the oil in a timely manner. This will reduce the destructive effect of friction forces.
3. If possible, during the operation of the car, avoid country roads and roads with uneven surfaces - after all, Matiz is a city car and bad roads are contraindicated for him.
4. Aggressive driving style is able to “kill” the running gear of a more durable car in a short time, so what can we say about the little Matiz?