In Lada Vesta cars, the air filter serves to maintain the fuel combustion process; in the combustion chambers of the engine, it is necessary to ensure the presence of air. Even on asphalt roads there is dust. When it gets inside the Lada Vesta engine, more intense wear of the internal parts begins, leading to a decrease in service life and earlier major repairs. The air filter removes small impurities contained in the street air. Replacing it in a timely manner will save you from troubles with the engine; the car will last longer. According to the technical regulations, replace the air filter on the Lada Vesta at least every 30 thousand km. In difficult conditions, it is worth reducing the period by half: to 15 thousand. The main sign of an air cleaner that has reached the end of its service life is that the car does not run or even stalls due to insufficient air entering the engine. Read the article below to learn more about filters.
Replacing the Lada Vesta air filter
The new VAZ can be equipped with 1.6 and 1.8 liter petrol engines. The designers decided to leave the filters the same as for foreign cars, which avoided confusion (if the Vesta is not serviced at a dealer). This filter can be replaced by anyone who has the slightest understanding of what is under the hood. For those who do not understand, but want to understand, there is a lot of literature that “chews” the work process. The manufacturer prescribes changing the filter after 30,000 km (15 when operating in dusty areas), but inspection must be carried out 3-4 times more often. This is easy to do: on a Lada Vesta car, the air filter is located in a black plastic box on the right side of the engine.
Advice: it is better to open the case when the engine is warm.
The lid latches are made of brittle plastic and may break. To open the box, you need to pry up 2 latches with a thin screwdriver and pull out the cleaning element without disconnecting it from the lid. Is the filter damaged or heavily soiled? Change it urgently! No normal specialist can recommend vacuuming and blowing with a compressor, then putting it back in place and moving on (we don’t take into account emergency cases like “getting to the garage/shop”).
Review of Manufacturer Prices
| Name / Catalog article | Price, rub.) |
| Original | |
| 165460509r from Renault (1.6, 1.8 l.) | From 800 |
| High-quality analogues | |
| Pilenga FAP2180 | From 400 |
| Ekofil EKO01200 (carbon) | —/— |
| Patron 5459837 | —/— |
| Mann CU C27030 | —/— |
| BM FA2180 (BM-Motorsport) | From 450 – 500 |
*prices are as of January 30, 2019.
How often should you change your car air filter?
You will find out the correct answer in the operating instructions for your specific car. A dirty filter element leads to a decrease in dynamic characteristics and an increase in fuel consumption - the engine also needs to “breathe”. AvtoVAZ orders the Lada vesta air filter to be replaced after 30 thousand kilometers when driving in a city with dust-free asphalt roads. If your Vesta “lives” in a village or large city with dirty air, the mileage before replacement is halved. There is no need to neglect routine inspections of the “car lungs” - it will be cheaper to change this part than to “open up” the engine for major repairs in the near future.
Effect
If you consider the reviews of the owners who went through with this modification, it becomes clear that the effect is quite noticeable. They note that the engine begins to “breathe”, and not only at the bottom, but also works more vigorously after 3,000 rpm.
The engine revs noticeably easier up to 5,000 rpm. Those who often drive in traffic jams claim that the car has stopped shaking in traffic jams.
In general, installing a large air filter on your Lada Vesta yourself is completely worth it, especially if you don’t buy branded products.
How much does a filter cost on Vesta - analogues
Advanced car owners know that original spare parts are more expensive than those with similar characteristics due to the “stamp” of the automaker. Manufacturers of spare parts and consumables for motor vehicles produce exact copies of parts installed on the assembly line, but for some reasons they set the price slightly lower than the products sold by dealers. Their characteristics are no worse (we don’t recommend taking the cheapest ones made in China, but it’s worth considering analogues from branded companies). At a similar cost to original components, few people will buy “non-original” ones, because it is not profitable to fool one’s head. In some cases, replacement parts will be even better quality than those installed by the factory and supplied to dealer services. We consider it useful to name the most popular replacements for Vesta filter elements from third-party manufacturers along with catalog numbers (next to the names):
Reviews are positive and negative
| № | Positive |
| 1. | Dmitry , 38 years old, insurance company employee, owner of Lada Vesta: I have been actively using the car for several years, there have been no major breakdowns. I eliminate imperfections, roughness, and defects myself. Recently I replaced consumables and filters. I always buy originals, even if they are 20–25% more expensive than analogues, but they are of high quality. |
| 2. | Kirill , 43 years old, sales consultant: the car is only a year old, it works properly. I visit service stations at strictly scheduled times for diagnostics, troubleshooting, and replacement of worn-out elements. I share the position of the masters; I buy only original parts. |
| 3. | Vladislav , 29 years old, private entrepreneur: I cover up to 20,000 km in a month, spend a lot of time traveling to sign contracts. I don’t have any energy left to work on the car, so I use the services of a service station and visit them periodically for preventive maintenance. Recently replaced the air filter. I didn’t buy the original, it’s expensive, a high-quality analogue is 30% cheaper. |
| 4. | Georgy , 45 years old, driver: for the second year in a row I have been driving on Vesta. The car is good, I won’t talk too much about it. Imported spare parts are expensive, I replace them with domestic analogues. |
| 5. | Vadim , 39 years old, service station foreman: over the full five years of working in the workshop, I have seen a lot of equipment, I know the strengths and weaknesses. I looked at cars for a long time, and in the end I chose the Lada Vesta. I'm happy with the purchase, no complaints. I successfully replace imported parts and consumables with domestic analogues. |
| 6. | Vitaly , 36 years old, manager: after the purchase he drove over 30,000 km. The workshop indicated the need to replace the air element. I don’t understand manufacturers, I entrusted the choice to a specialist. I bought a filter from Renault Duster, it turned out that they are identical. |
| 7. | Gennady , 29 years old, employee of an IT company: every week I devote time to my car and carry out diagnostics. Somewhere I add oil, fluid, tighten the timing belt. There are no major damage, but there are plenty of little things. I also change consumables myself; I often buy domestic analogues rather than originals. I think that it is not advisable to overpay for a brand. |
| 8. | Vyacheslav , 33 years old, household appliance repairman: my Vesta is already three years old, during which time I have made no capital investments, except for scheduled maintenance. The car is solid, the quality is noticeable in comparison with the Granta and Priora. |
| 9. | Slavik , 38 years old, company manager: my positive review of the Patron 5459837 air filter, which I recently bought in a store. The manager recommended and pointed out numerous positive reviews. I'm happy with the choice, the car starts from a half-turn, the engine runs stably. |
| 10. | Kirill , 45 years old, banker: I use the car to travel to work - from work, sometimes out of town, to go fishing. The mileage per month is small, I carry out scheduled maintenance regularly, there have been no major breakdowns. |
| Negative | |
| 11. | Dmitry , 39 years old, private entrepreneur: the model is new, but the defects remain from previous versions. Many defects, frequent breakdowns due to small things. Some of the spare parts are foreign-made in the original design. In order not to overpay, I buy Russian brands that are not of inferior quality. |
| 12. | Vladislav , 48 years old, pensioner: I use the car for fishing trips, out of town for recreation. In general, the model is good, but unforeseen situations and breakdowns occur. I get service from a service station and buy original parts. Sometimes it's difficult for the budget. |
| 13. | Victor , 39 years old, manager: a year has passed since the purchase of the car, and I have already visited the workshop twice unscheduled to eliminate defects. Nothing serious, but an unpleasant feeling from the build quality. |
| 14. | Konstantin , 41 years old, medical worker: I bought the car second-hand, now I regret it, it’s better to get a new Granta. The factory warranty has expired, the car is starting to fall apart and requires investment. Original spare parts are expensive, you have to look for high-quality substitutes. |
| 15. | Stanislav , 35 years old, head of a security company: after the Lada Granta Vesta, this is something unearthly, a good car. Breakdowns happen from time to time, so I go to a workshop for repairs. |
| Video - replacing the Lada Vesta air filter | Video - EVERYONE HAS A BREAKDOWN!!! |
BM fa2180 from the manufacturer BM-Motorsport
The most popular (most likely, the affordable price and decent performance played a role). The properties are similar to “branded” products, but the price is almost 3 times lower. The average price at points of sale is 180 rubles.
TSN (9.1.1736) and SCT SB295 are quite good substitutes at a price that is 2 times cheaper. The average price is 300 and 400 rubles.
Pay attention to other companies that produce spare parts for Vesta. Before purchasing, take the time to search for customer reviews. Some manufacturers sell products that are so lousy that they shouldn’t even cost a ruble. The buyer finds out about this when the next maintenance is due.
Alternative
However, one of the owners of Vesta, whose name is Evgeniy and is known on Drive under the nickname gps-nav , found an alternative way to install a large air filter on the Lada Vesta, which is several times cheaper. It involves purchasing components from different cars and their subsequent modification.
Elements:
- filter element - Filtron AP 074/3 is suitable - 330 rubles;
- air filter housing from the Ford Mondeo 3 model – 600 rubles – can be purchased under article number 4609885902;
- air filter pipe from the VAZ 2111 model – 700 rubles;
- sewer pipe 75 mm and sewer bends 90° and 67° – 220 rubles;
- fitting - 30 rubles;
- plastic ties (2 units) and a metal clamp (2 units).
IMPORTANT! Sewer components have not yet demonstrated their reliability. There is an opinion that in the cold they will crack.
After all the listed components have been purchased, you can begin work.
What kind of air filter is needed for Vesta
Is your car under warranty and is it being serviced by a dealer service station? Then you have nothing to worry about; the dealers’ technicians install spare parts from genuine manufacturers. The warranty period has passed, or the owner decided to service his car without the help of trained specialists, the choice of parts falls on his shoulders. You can install substitutes for genuine products, you just have to be able to choose the “candy” among the “garbage” of basement production. You should buy a filter element for the housing at certified points of sale of products from a certain manufacturer, or, at worst, in car dealerships or websites.
Work progress
Self-installation of a large air filter on a Lada Vesta begins with modification of the housing itself. First of all, it is necessary to solder the factory hole through which air is taken in.
Next you need to solder the purchased pipe. You can do this in different ways - using epoxy resin, soldering a metal mesh, using a stapler, etc. But in general, soldering using a metal mesh provides the most durable fixation.
Next you need to connect the sewer pipes and outlets.
To prevent the connector from interfering with the installation of the filter housing, it must be recessed and secured with a tie.
All that remains is to put in place the homemade air intake, constructed from sewer components, install it with the desired slope and secure it with a clamp.
Then you need to move the car’s battery to the right and back until it stops, since otherwise it will interfere with the installation of the large air filter housing on the Vesta.
The case itself needs to be tightly fixed, and to do this, place it in such a way that the rear legs rest on the corrugation with wires.
This completes the independent installation of a large air filter on the Lada Vesta.
What happens if you don't change the filter?
If the driver refuses to change this part, the car will not stop moving immediately: fuel consumption will initially increase, traction will decrease, which will only be the “first bell.” Then black carbon deposits will begin to form on the spark plugs from an excess of incoming fuel (this will lead to the replacement of the spark plugs). One day your “vesta” will refuse to start the engine and give the driver and passengers rides about their business. This usually happens at the wrong time - which means it is better not to neglect the advice in the service book and replace worn-out car components in a timely manner.
Recommendations for selection
Purchase consumables mainly at official points of sale. Do not use the services of unverified suppliers who sell products at reduced prices.
New filter
Check the tightness of the packaging, the presence of holograms, barcodes, dates and batch numbers. If you have any doubts about the quality and origin, do not purchase.
Conclusion
A clean air filter means good acceleration dynamics, low fuel consumption, and stable engine operation. Car owners often violate the replacement intervals for the cleaning element, thereby reducing the efficiency of the equipment.
Any car enthusiast without experience or skills in servicing a technical device can cope with replacing the air element. However, be extremely careful, as incorrect installation will lead to depressurization and the intake of untreated air from the outside. If you are experiencing difficulties or do not have free time, contact the specialists in the workshop for additional help and advice.
Top 4. FILTRON OP 520/1
Rating (2021): 4.45
5 reviews from resources taken into account: Ozone
The most affordable Inexpensive filter made in Poland, which copes with its responsibilities.
- Characteristics
Average price: 197 rub.
- Country: Poland
- Height, mm: 70
- Weight, g: 421
The most budget model in our rating comes from Poland. The filter paper is thinner than in more famous filters. However, the area of the curtain, taking into account the glued edges, is 1200 square meters. cm is a sufficient indicator. Car owners are satisfied with the quality of filtration and assembly of the model, especially in combination with its affordable price. But not everyone is completely happy with the design of this model. Some drivers believe that during operation the filter element may become deformed.
Advantages and disadvantages
- Price
- Cleaning level
- Filtration area
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