In detail: do-it-yourself repair of VAZ 2114 racks from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.
The front struts are the key components of the VAZ-2114 chassis. Their task is to dampen vibrations when driving on uneven roads, improve handling and improve traction.
As a result, a smooth ride and maximum comfort while driving is ensured.
According to the manufacturers, the replacement of the front struts should be carried out after 60-80 thousand kilometers, but on our roads it is advisable to perform such work more often.
As we mentioned, the front struts can "live" much less than 60 thousand kilometers. In order not to run into problems, you should first of all focus on the driving performance of the car and its behavior on the road.
Rack malfunctions appear as follows:
Decreased road stability;
excessive rocking of the car when hitting obstacles;
poor car stability during braking and cornering;
increasing the stopping distance;
the appearance of oil drips on the body;
the occurrence of extraneous noise or knocking in the front of the car.
Please note that if there are obvious signs of a malfunction, the front struts of the VAZ 2114 should be replaced as soon as possible. If this is not done, then the following consequences are possible:
The car will literally bounce at the races;
cornering control will decrease (centrifugal forces will lead the car to the side, try to turn it around, or even pull it into a ditch);
tires will wear out faster;
very soon you will need wheel alignment.
At the same time, timely replacement of shock absorber struts will avoid many problems and save your own budget.
Video (click to play).
Before starting work, stock up on the necessary tools. Here you can get by with the standard set.
Prepare two open-end wrenches (thirteen and nineteen), a special twenty-two wrench, a puller for removing the tie rod end, pliers and a small hammer.
Please note that it is worth changing the racks on both sides at the same time. In this way, you will save a lot of personal time and will save your nerves in the future.
Otherwise, the worn out and the new rack may behave differently in motion, which will lead to a deterioration in the car's handling (this will be especially noticeable on a wet or slippery road).
Racks are replaced according to the following algorithm:
1. Loosen the front wheel mounting bolts, apply the handbrake and secure the wheels with stops. All this is necessary to exclude any movement of the car when performing work.
2. Lift the front of the car with a jack, substitute any stops and remove the wheel.
3. Open the hood and find the bolts securing the struts to the car body (they are located on the left and right sides closer to the windshield).
4. Remove the plastic cap that is secured to the glass. To do this, it is enough to pry it with something sharp (an ordinary screwdriver will do).
5. Unscrew the nuts that secure the stand to the vehicle body from above.
6. The brake hose is attached to the car pillar on the bracket - remove it.
7. Take a wire brush and clean all the fastening parts of the strut to the elements of the body and chassis.
8. Using pliers, loosen the nut that secures the steering link end pivot to the A-pillar.
9. Use a special puller and remove the hinge from the strut arm (photo 1). If the racks were not removed before, then screw the nut 3-4 turns before using the puller (to protect the thread).
10.Unscrew the nuts located near the place of fixing the "fist" to the shock absorber strut (photo 2). But before that, it will not be superfluous to apply special marks on the adjusting bolts before unscrewing them (this will prevent toe-out).
Note! What experts still recommend to do wheel alignment when changing struts.
11. Use a drift to knock out the bolts holding the knuckle and strut. Disconnect the knots and move your fist down and remove the rack.
12. Install a new part.
13. Carefully assemble everything in reverse order.
Finally, remember a few simple rules:
Carefully check all units for damage, cracks, scoring or dents;
Unscrew and tighten the bolts only when the vehicle is firmly on the ground.
If done correctly, the work of replacing both racks will take less than an hour. Good luck on the road and, of course, no breakdowns.
We recommend watching a video that will help you on your own, do it yourself, replace the front struts with a VAZ 2114. In this video you will also find everything about pumping shock absorbers. Learn how to pump shock absorbers on a VAZ 2114 yourself.
VIDEO Shock absorbers are a kind of consumable for your car. Moreover, the cost of maintaining the suspension in working order is inversely proportional to the quality of the roads. Car owners are constantly looking for ways to save money on the repair and maintenance of their car. We will tell you about self-repair and restoration of the characteristics of the shock absorber struts.
Typical malfunctions of this node are known to everyone:
Depressurization of the stem packing. Leads to oil leakage from the rack. It can leak at any time. The characteristics change up to a complete loss of performance.
Too free movement of the stem in the pipe. In fact, the strut turns from a shock absorber into a guide for the suspension spring. The malfunction is related to the internal valves.
Compression or rebound play. Associated with the development in the rod or cylinder. The consequences are similar to broken valves. The shock absorber does not perform its function in a car, it knocks, rattles and makes other unpleasant sounds, why driving in such a car becomes uncomfortable and dangerous.
External damage - dents on the body, cracks in the eyelet. Affects the chassis as a whole and can lead to more serious damage.
If any malfunction is detected, it is necessary to remove the rack and release it from the spring. Dismantling is carried out in the garage, without the use of special tools.
Sometimes the owners of foreign cars, noticing that their racks have leaked, turn to the service station for diagnostics, where they will carry out a check at the stand.
In fact, this is not such an easy task. Before carrying out work, you should carefully study the material and observe safety precautions. First of all, you need to determine whether you have a collapsible shock absorber or not. The monolithic body is not repairable, opening with a grinder and brewing is unacceptable.
If there is a nut or a retaining ring in the place where the stem enters the pipe, such a shock absorber strut can be serviced and repaired.
This is what a repairable rack looks like.
Compressor for supplying compressed air or pump for servicing bicycle shock absorbers.
Special connection for compressed air injection.
Attention! Safety must be taken care of. Work involves high pressure, so eye and hand protection is essential.
The shock absorber is firmly fixed in a vice, the position is vertical. It is necessary to thoroughly clean the part and blow out the piston rod entry point with compressed air. It is disassembled - removing the protective cap of the stem.
For convenience, the work is carried out in a vice
Use a pressure gauge for control. The method is suitable for gas and gas-oil racks
You can watch the process in the video.
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There are different opinions: how to fill a car shock absorber.Nitrogen, carbon dioxide or just compressed air? In a garage, there are few options. Compressed air will not degrade performance much, especially since this is a repair and not a factory made rack.
The rack must be completely disassembled and cleaned of dirt and old oil. Check the O-rings and the condition of the inner pipe wall.
Remove streaks and other contamination from all rack mechanisms
No special equipment is required to work with oil racks
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The next malfunction is damage to the stem, oil seals, valves inside the rack. There is a selection of spare parts on the market for the repair of collapsible shock absorbers. In addition, an experienced motorist never throws away old spare parts, but tries to repair them. In addition, workable parts can always be extracted from them.
So, we disassemble the shock absorber.
Remember to wear gloves, work is dusty
Turning work is usually cheaper than the cost of a new shock absorber
Tip: The entire process of disassembling the shock absorber should be photographed. This will avoid assembly problems.
It is important to ensure that the assembly is clean, the ingress of dirt or solid metal particles will quickly damage the remanufactured shock absorber.
Get rid of streaks, dirt and dust during the parsing process
All parts must be carefully defect
The oil seal is recommended for replacement
After pumping oil, the rack needs to be pumped, as usual.
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If you have basic information about how your shock absorbers work, you can save money on replacing them. Most of the rack models are repairable and the parts are either reasonably priced or made in-house.
Rear suspension strut VAZ 2109
To ensure a comfortable and safe ride on a VAZ 2109 car, shock absorber struts play an important role. But over time, their technical characteristics deteriorate, or even the suspensions become unusable.
Manufacturing defects.
The emergence of a dull knock on the car body of the shock absorber supports, which appears when the car is moving on an uneven road, over bumps.
The appearance of an unpleasant squeak when starting or stopping the car.
It is possible to determine whether it is necessary to repair the VAZ 2109 rack by the leaks of shock absorbing fluid, the rack becomes wet and dirty. The need to replace the shock absorbers can be indicated by the rocking of the car, as on a swing, although the road is flat.
Most often, the repair of the rack does not give the desired effect, after a short period of time it will make itself felt, which will force the owner of the VAZ 2109 car to replace the rack with a new one. The article suggests that you familiarize yourself with the repair of racks with your own hands. Nowadays, they are more often made in one-piece structures. Therefore, you need to carefully inspect the products before starting repairs.
Tip: You need to know that sometimes it is impractical and ineffective to repair the unit, and sometimes, after repair, you can create an emergency on the road.
The choice of racks depends on the quality of the road surface and driving style:
The oil struts of the VAZ 2109, due to the work of the hydraulic unit, ensure comfortable movement on a good road within the city and on highways. Their price is the lowest, their dimensions are small.
there is a mixture of air in the compensation chambers, which, if it is in excess, creates unreliability in the operation of the device, and if it is insufficient, the efficiency of the shock absorber is zero;
poor heat dissipation;
cavitation bubbles may appear when the car moves on the primer, due to the frequent and abrupt movement of the piston, and this will lead to foaming of the oil.
Gas struts VAZ 2109 are more durable and more expensive.They have increased rigidity at a high speed of movement of the car, but comfort is reduced by the increased shock load acting on the driver and passengers.
The compromise version of the first two versions is two-pipe gas-filled racks. They have sufficient softness, stable, when driving at high speed, over rough terrain.
Above the wheels of the car, on both sides of the car, there are shock absorber struts.
The unit is removed from the car, cleaned of dirt.
The zip ties compress the spring until the support cups stop tightening, as shown in the photo.
Installing tie rods on shock absorber springs
The nut of the upper shock absorber support is unscrewed.
The limiter, support and support bearing are removed on the upper support.
The upper cup and spring are disconnected.
The front strut is freed from the compression buffer and the protective cover.
Tip: If there are signs of deformation or destruction on the bracket, body, bottom spring cup or pivot arm, the elements must be replaced.
After installing the strut in a vertical position, it is necessary to raise and lower the shock absorber rod several times until it stops. Seizures and knocks indicate that the shock absorber cannot be repaired. In their absence, the repair of the front pillar of the VAZ 2109 can be continued.The chisel knocks down the compression buffer support and the nut of the shock absorber body is unscrewed with a wrench.
The nut is removed.
The rod, the working cylinder are pulled out.
Amortization fluid is drained into a clean container.
The inside of the case is thoroughly washed.
An oil or gas cartridge is inserted.
The rack is assembled in the reverse order. All defective items are replaced with new ones.
A carefully compressed spring is installed.
General view of the front pillar VAZ 2109
Malfunctions of elements in which their replacement is required:
The casing is changed if:
there was a break;
lost elasticity;
detachment of metal reinforcement has occurred.
cracks appeared on it;
got the deformation of the turns;
the length of the spring marked with class A, yellow or white, decreased, became less than 207 millimeters.
If the thread is damaged, all fastening bolts must be replaced.
The forward gear is included.
Stops are installed under the front wheels.
The rear of the car rises. For secure fixation, additional supports are installed near the jack.
The rear pillar is removed.
The buffer of the compression stroke and the boot, which remained in the spring, are removed.
Tip: If the buffer and boot are damaged, they must be replaced with new ones.
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The shock absorber is washed.
Fastens in a vice.
The stand is installed vertically.
The shock absorber rod rises and falls several times until it stops.
Tip: The presence of jamming and knocking indicates that the shock absorber cannot be repaired. In their absence, the repair of the rear pillar of the VAZ 2109 can be continued.
Visually inspected and, if necessary, changed: rear shock absorber cushions; on the lower rack mount - silent block; anther; insulation gasket; compression stroke buffer; spring.
The shock absorber rod is pulled out to the stop.
The nut of the reservoir is unscrewed with a wrench.
The working cylinder is pulled out, the rod with all the details.
The shock absorber fluid is drained into a clean container.
The guide sleeve of the rod, the rod itself and the piston are removed from the working cylinder.
The liquid is drained.
The compression valve body is carefully knocked out of the cylinder assembly. The piston rod is clamped in a vice.
The recoil valve nut is unscrewed.
Removable: piston, valve, guide sleeve, stem oil seal, oil seal holder.
All parts can be replaced with new ones if necessary.
General view of the rear pillar VAZ 2109
The rear shock absorber is assembled in the reverse order. In this case, you need to take into account:
after the valve is assembled, it is necessary to check the movement of the discs and valve discs, which should be free;
the cage is pressed onto the body with a mandrel;
using a mandrel, a compression valve is inserted into the cylinder.
Malfunctions of the elements of the rear pillar, in which their replacement is required:
cracks found;
deformations have formed.
lost elasticity;
broke.
Compression stroke buffer if:
damaged;
got deformations;
collapsed.
lost elasticity;
torn.
cracks appeared on it;
the turns were deformed;
the length of the spring marked with class A, yellow or white, decreased, became less than 207 millimeters.
How to properly repair the racks on a VAZ 2109 car can be seen in the video. Timely repair or replacement of shock absorber struts will ensure reliability and comfort when driving a VAZ 2109 car.
The shock absorber struts on the VAZ-2114 tend to wear out over time. So, they are responsible for ensuring that the car absorbs along the road surface and absorbs irregularities, which are very common in the CIS. But, not every car enthusiast is able to replace the front struts on his own, so this article will focus on this.
Video about replacing the front struts with the VAZ-2114
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The video will tell you about the process of replacing the front shock absorbers, the nuances and subtleties of work.
Front shock absorber struts
Front shock struts should only be replaced in pairs.
Of course, there are owners who want to save money and change only one that has leaked or worn out. This leads to consequences that hit the wallets of the owners even more.
Consider why it is necessary to change the shock absorbers in pairs, or what negative consequences await the owner when replacing one:
The different subsidence of the struts entails increased wear on the new part, since it receives the majority of the load on the road surface.
The imbalance of the sides leads to increased tire wear.
Poor handling due to incorrect wheel angle.
Now, let's go directly to the replacement process:
Dismantle the front wheel.
We take out the cotter pin from the tie rod
We unscrew the steering rod from the rack
Unscrew the stem mount
We process the WD-40 bolts. Most likely they will also have to be warmed up.
Dismantle the bottom drain attachment. We outline the position of the adjusting washer in order to somehow get to the camber.
Unscrew the 3 bolts securing the rack
Pumping information (manufacturer's recommendations)
Using a special tool, we tighten the springs
Dismantle the top support of the rack
The choice of racks should be taken quite seriously, since a poor-quality spare part will lead to the fact that they will quickly wear out and require replacement, and, accordingly, these are additional costs.
2108-2905001 and 2108-2905002 - original catalog numbers of the front shock absorber struts for the family of cars VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099, 2113-2115. Average cost is about 2000 rubles / pc .
Original stock produced by AvtoVAZ
Shock absorber strut manufactured by "Kayaba"
In addition to original spare parts, there are also analogues that are recommended for installation on the VAZ-2114. So, let's consider the main ones:
Keeping your Nine struts in good working order will not only allow you to enjoy a comfortable ride, but also prevent serious accidents.
You can repair faulty racks on the VAZ 2109 model yourself, for this, study our instructions.
So, in order to repair the front struts, first of all, they must be removed and cleaned from dirt.
Fix the strut spring with a special tie, preventing its pressure on the support cups, then remove the nut of the upper strut mount.
Dismantle the upper support limiting assembly, the support itself and its bearing.
Check the condition of the swing arm, bottom cup, shroud, and bracket assembly. If damage is found, replace these assemblies entirely.
Place the shock absorber in an upright position, then lower and raise the stem assembly until it stops. If there are signs of knocks, dips or seizures, the shock absorber part must be completely replaced.
Using a chisel, disassemble the compression damper support assembly, using a wrench - unscrew the nut securing the strut housing.
Remove the nut, remove the rod and slave cylinder part, pour out the liquid and the prepared container from the shock absorber. The liquid can then be reused.
Assemble the rack in reverse order. During assembly, replace the defective parts, carefully install the spring, which is in a compressed position.
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The housing must be replaced if it is not elastic enough, has cracks or holes, or if the metal reinforcement is peeling from the rubber.
The upper support assembly must be replaced if the axial movement of the bearing is detected inside the housing, the bearing is seized, or grease drips from under the protective rings are visible.
It is also necessary to replace the fastening bolts when fixing damage to the thread.
Put the gearshift lever in 1st gear, put shoes under the front axle, lift the rear of the car and fix it with the supports, dismantle the rear pillar.
Remove the buffer and boot from the spring, replace them if faulty.
Wash and clamp the damper assembly in a vise.
Check shock absorber travel. If faults are found, replace it.
Check the condition of the silent block of the lower attachment point, pillows, boot, bumper, gasket, spring.
Pull out the shock absorber rod, remove the retaining nut, remove the cylinder, drain the fluid.
Remove the compression valve cover.
Fix the rod in a vise, remove the nut, piston, valve, bushing, oil seal and its cage.
Check the parts, if necessary, replace them with new ones, reassemble.
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It is quite possible to repair racks on a car with your own hands. First you need to determine the presence of a malfunction, and then proceed with the work.
Racks may need to be repaired for several reasons:
The presence of a factory defect in the installed racks;
The appearance of dull knocks of shock absorber supports on the car body. Usually appears when driving on an uneven, bumpy road;
Unpleasant squeaks that appear when starting or stopping the car;
Traces of amortization fluid leakage;
Contamination of the rack, it becomes wet, dirt quickly sticks;
The car shakes even when driving on a flat road.
Even the highest quality repair does not give a lasting effect. This is a temporary measure that will definitely require a complete replacement of the racks soon.
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Since an early replacement cannot be avoided, you should consider choosing new racks for the future.
Advantages
The hydraulic unit allows them to cope well with driving on a good road in the city and on the highway. They are not expensive, they are small in size
Poor heat dissipation. Inside the compensation chamber there is a mixture of air, the excess of which leads to a decrease in the reliability of the mechanism, and if there is a lack of mixture, they do not work at all. Plus, due to cavitation bubbles, the oil can foam. This happens with frequent driving on a dirt road.
Resistant, stiffer at high speeds, good comfort ratings
Quite expensive, have an increased shock load, which negatively affects the comfort of the driver and passengers
A variety of gas struts that have been improved. A compromise between gas and oil shock absorbers for stability, smooth ride on all surfaces. The pressure is not high, so the oil cannot boil. All vibrations are effectively damped. They are distinguished by reliability and durability
As such, they have no shortcomings
Choosing between the three options presented, preference should be given to two-pipe gas-filled shock absorber struts. They are best suited for the VAZ 2109.
Since the VAZ 2109 car is equipped with front and rear struts, the features of their repair should be discussed separately.
Such events are not difficult to perform if you have at least a little experience. If it is missing, be sure to contact an approved service station.
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To repair the front struts on your car, follow the instructions and follow the video tutorials.
Remove the racks, clean them from accumulated dirt.
Use a zip tie to secure the spring. This will prevent it from exerting pressure on the support cups.
After securing the spring, remove the nut from the upper strut mount.
Remove the upper support restraining assembly. Then the support and bearing can be removed.
Next in line are the top cup and spring assembly.
Make sure the swing arm, lower rack cups, shroud, and bracket assembly are in good condition. If there are defects, this whole node is changed entirely.
Place the shock absorber vertically. Start raising and lowering the stem assembly until it stops. If there are signs of abnormal noise, knocking, dips or jamming, replace the entire part.
Use a chisel to remove the damper support assembly. Next, arm yourself with a wrench to unscrew the fastening nut that secures the rack housing.
Remove the nut, take out the rod and the slave cylinder.
Be sure to drain all the liquid from the shock absorber into a container prepared in advance. If the liquid has retained its quality, it can be refilled and reused.
Thoroughly clean the inner surfaces of the casing of the item to be repaired.
Install a new cartridge in the housing that matches your rack - gas or oil.
Assemble the unit in reverse order.
Replace defective parts during assembly.
Replace the springs carefully. This is because it is pinched and could injure your hands if you suddenly remove the retainer.
If the body has lost its elasticity, cracks or crevices have formed on it, traces of metal delamination from rubber have appeared, be sure to replace the component.
If drips are observed from under the protective rings of the upper support unit, the bearing is seized, this unit will have to be replaced with a new element.
It is recommended to change all the fastening bolts used during the repair in order to maximize the service life of the new elements installed in the process of restoring the functionality of the front struts.
The repair process includes many stages, where the most important factor of success is accuracy and care. The rest of the work is not difficult.
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The sequence of repair work on the rear pillar on the VAZ 2109 is as follows:
Shift the transmission to the first speed position;
Place locking shoes under the front axle;
Lift the rear part, fix it securely with the supports, and then remove the rear post;
Remove the buffer from the assembly, and also remove the boot from the spring. Check their condition. If they are worn out or have traces of defects, replace them;
Thoroughly flush the shock absorber assembly. Next, it should be clamped with a vise;
Check if the shock absorbers travel normally. If there are problems, the item is changed to a new one;
Make sure that the silent block located in the lower attachment point is in good condition. The boot, buffers, gaskets, pillows and springs are also checked. If there are traces of wear, defects, all of them are subject to mandatory replacement;
Remove the shock absorber rod, dismantle the fixing nut, deliver the cylinder and drain the liquid from it;
Remove the compression valve cover;
Fix the stem with a vise, dismantle the nut, valves, piston, bushing, stuffing box ring and the stuffing box itself;
Check the current condition of the specified parts. If there are traces of malfunction, be sure to replace;
Reassemble the assembly, install the struts to the vehicle.
After completing the repair, be sure to do a few test drives on smooth and bumpy roads. A comprehensive check will allow you to understand whether the repair gave a result, or whether you need to replace the entire unit completely.
VIDEO
Any owner of a VAZ 2109 who has at least a little experience in self-repair is quite capable of repairing the racks. But if you don't have the skills, use the services of a service station.
Hello everyone! Today at VAZ Repair you will learn about how to replace the rear pillars with "fourteenth" Lada at home, quickly and correctly. This step-by-step instruction for replacing the rear shock absorbers is supported by photographs of the process, which will allow you to replace the rear shock absorbers with a VAZ 2114 without the help of specialists, that is, with your own hands.
Replacing the rear shock absorbers necessary in the event of a malfunction. The latter manifests itself in the form of knocks, oil leaks on the rod or shock absorber housing, as well as in the form of a lack of vibration damping. Shock absorber malfunctions arise for various reasons, it can be: critical wear of the shock absorber components due to the service life, failure due to violation of operating rules, etc.
New shock absorbers;
Jack;
A set of keys, including special keys for fixing the stem and a carbon spanner for unscrewing the stem fastening nut.
First of all, you need to remove all unnecessary from the trunk, dismantle the plastic covers and everything that may interfere.
Next, remove the cap of the glass, under which the strut rod fastening nut is located.
Using a special wrench, which needs to keep the stem from turning, and unscrew the carbon ring wrench, or rather “rip off” the stem securing nut.
The next step is to remove the wheels, for this we “rip off” the wheel nuts, then install the jack and hang the rear of the car. Attention! Working on a jack is dangerous , so install stops or pads under the car that will securely hold the car and prevent an accident.
We dismantle the wheels. Before proceeding with further work, I recommend treating all threaded connections that are subject to untwisting with WD-40 liquid, this will speed up the process.
We proceed to "freeing" the rack. Using the key on “19” we unscrew the fastening bolt with which the stand is attached to the beam.
We unscrew the nut that was “torn off” at the beginning of the fastening to the rod completely, after which we can safely get the rack together with the spring.
It should be noted that the rack does not always come out with the support, for example, as in my case. Now we proceed to disassemble the rack.
We remove the spring, check the old shock absorber "for ourselves" to make sure that it is really faulty.
NECESSARILY ! Some people mistakenly believe that this is not necessary, as a result, the rack “dies” immediately after replacement, or simply serves several times less than the one that was pumped. How to upgrade a rack ? Everyone has their own answer to this question, some advise turning it over so that the oil spreads, others, on the contrary, forbid doing it. In general, there are enough guides and video instructions on the Internet that will tell you in detail and show you how to pump shock absorbers before installation.Putting the rack together and don't forget about the bump stop and shock absorber boot.
We proceed with the installation of the shock absorber. Here you have to tinker. The fact is that sometimes, as in my case, the rack is not so easy to put in place. If difficulties arise, you can jack up the beam with a jack. After the rod came out, we install a sealing gasket in the cabin and fix the rod with a fastening nut.
Tighten all nuts and bolts. We put the wheels back and lower the car from the jacks. All the above steps are repeated in relation to the other rack. Replacing the rear shock absorber VAZ 2114 on the other hand it is done according to the same principle.
Car safety comes first. This applies to both foreign cars and the favorites of the domestic auto industry. VAZ 2114 is a domestic legend, the repair of which is convenient and simple. The main thing is to know what to do. A common problem with "fourteenths" is associated with the rear shock absorbers. Competent step-by-step instructions are the key to a high-quality replacement of racks.
Tools and parts are essential. Replacing the rear pillars of the VAZ 2114 will require the following "arsenal":
new shock absorbers;
jack;
a set of keys. Especially useful are 17 and 19 mm;
special keys for fixing and removing wheels;
vise and stripper;
hammer and pliers.
The choice of racks deserves special attention. Their varieties:
Oil. Traditional option. Soft and comfortable. Suitable for quiet driving;
Gas. Tough and expensive. Not suitable for every occasion;
Gas-oil. A kind of compromise between the previous options. Very common.
The choice entirely depends on the preferences of the owner and the size of his wallet. Armed with everything you need, you can proceed to the direct replacement of the C-pillars.
Everything will come out cheaper with your own hands. The sequence is as follows:
Preparing the place and tools. The surface on which the vehicle is located must be level. A pit is desirable but not required. Without it, work will be carried out in a supine position. For safety reasons, we install wheel chocks or pads on the front wheels. To be sure, you can even turn on the speed;
Loosen and remove the wheel bolts. A 19 mm wrench is required. Before direct repairs, all nuts can be treated with penetrating grease (WD-40, by the way, here are the recipes) - this saves time and effort;
We put a jack and raise the rear of the VAZ 2114, after which we remove the wheels. We work with the jack carefully and carefully !;
We open the trunk and remove all unnecessary things. A rubber plug "hides" under the shelf - remove it with a screwdriver. A stem with a screwed nut is located behind the plug. You can unscrew it with a 17 mm L-shaped wrench and a special wrench for fixing the stem. If there is no key, then pliers will do; Next, remove the support washer (with a magnetic handle)
Unscrew the nut securing the shock absorber to the beam; you will need two 19 spanners. Remove the bolt that secures the strut to the beam. If it does not work, we knock it out with a smaller bolt. Carefully remove the shock absorber from its seat and remove the entire rack (it may fall, be sure to support it).
Important: do not forget to get the stuck insulating gasket (this often happens) from the inside of the glass, which is placed on the spring (see photo).
We remove the spring, remove the spacer sleeve and shock absorber cushion. We remove the cover from the casing. Remove the compression stroke buffer (bump stop) from the stem.
After that, we take a new rack with a fully extended stem (otherwise nothing will work) and put a casing, a bumper, a cover, a pillow and a bushing on it. The spring and gasket are placed last. Advice: before installing, it is worth "pumping" the shock absorbers, as this greatly increases the efficiency and service life. "Pumping" is carried out by overturning the structure. At the same time, the oil spreads throughout the entire part;
We install the new structure in the reverse order. Difficulties can arise here.There are situations when the rack simply "does not want to climb" into its rightful place. This can be corrected by raising the beam with a jack;
We fix the stem with a nut and fix it with a gasket. We twist all the nuts;
We put the wheels in their place and remove the jacks;
We repeat the above steps from the other side.
That's all. The withdrawal procedure was successful. Each step is important - there is no point in skipping at least one. There are some withdrawal features that you should be familiar with.
Before direct installation, we carefully examine the purchased spare parts and process them with kerosene. Broken and unusable elements are not needed for repair;
A number of professionals believe that the final tightening of bolts and nuts does not require a jack;
Checking the struts can be carried out using the camber-toe method. This method increases the service life and increases the ride comfort;
There are special stands where you can check the replacement result. The price of the service is small. At the same time, one's own skill and skill are tested;
Do not worry if the journal bearing does not come out with the strut when it is removed.
A popular question is: How often do you need to change parts? There is no single answer. Vehicle operating conditions, parts quality and personal skill are key success factors. If the car owner likes to “pick up” potholes and holes, then the moment of repair will inevitably approach. It is also obvious that if there are "symptoms" of a malfunction (thuds, fluid drip or spring deformation), then you should not hesitate.
The process is simple. You just need to clearly know what and when to do it. Competent selection of tools and spare parts is half the battle, and step-by-step instructions that allow you to carry out repairs yourself will help you complete what you started. Take care of yourself and your car, because health and life are the most valuable things we have.
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