Changing the air filter on a Lada Granta with your own hands

Test method

The air filter test bench is built according to the ISO 5011 standard used to test these components - and uses all testing methods.

The filter being tested is installed in its original housing (ideal for testing). Next, using a fan, the injection of rarefied air is simulated, as during normal movement. The air flow should be what the engine uses at rated power.

The first parameter is the initial resistance. (auxiliary, directly involved in determining dust capacity) It demonstrates what resistance the filter has to air flow, how “easy it is to breathe” for an engine equipped with such a filter. Its value directly determines the life of the filter element. The higher this value, the lower the resource. The initial resistance depends solely on the design of the engine air path, the size of the window covered by the filter element, the material used to make the curtain, and its parameters (the size of the corrugations and their number). Since the comparative tests used the same housing, adapters and feeder, the factors determining the initial resistance were the curtain material, the dimensions of the corrugations and the quality of workmanship.

Non-original filters: which one to choose

Buying the original will not cause problems. However, many Lada Granta owners choose third-party manufacturers for various reasons. Many companies today produce fairly high-quality products. The following have proven themselves to be good: RAF Filter, FILTRON, EPV.

It should be noted that well-known brands are also often counterfeited. Therefore, it is advisable to carefully study the packaging before purchasing. If the cardboard is of poor quality or there is no sealed polyethylene, you should refuse to purchase it.

The best choice in terms of price-quality ratio are the following models:

BIG Filter — 297 rubles

The most affordable filter from the St. Petersburg manufacturer. The housing seal is made of polyurethane foam, although it is molded unevenly. The last parameter is officially allowed, since it does not affect the operation of the filter in any way. There are no complaints about the gluing; there are stiffening ribs on the plates. The paper is thick, phenolic impregnated. With the exception of not the most careful pruning, no savings are visible.

Filtron - 354 rubles

The filter is not made in the most accurate way, with flashes, although the side of the frame is closest to the original design. There are stiffening ribs. The sizing is high quality and complete. The paper is darker than other filters, which may indicate heat treatment.

Fram - 477 rubles

The design is standard, corrugated paper is not subject to sticking, the quality of sizing is ideal, the polyurethane seal and plate are made like the original. A small flash along the edges of the working surface does not affect the functionality of the filter. The plastic frame is a little simpler than on the original.

Oil filter and its functions

A cleaning device for a car engine consists of several elements:

• The body is a metal cylinder with a lid.
• Filter insert. Made from special purpose corrugated paper.
• Inlet valve.
• Anti-drainage mechanism that prevents the passage of oil after the engine is turned off.

Oil filters ensure stable operation of car engine mechanisms. The main function is to collect abrasive particles using a perforated paper liner through which engine oil is pumped under pump pressure. The speed and quality of oil purification is ensured by the type of liner and element size.

Oil filters for VAZ and foreign cars are selected individually for each car.

Champion - 510 rubles

High quality and carefully made filter. A complete copy of the original both in terms of seal and plate. The first thing that catches your eye is white paper (this is the original color of the raw material with acrylic impregnation; any color shade indicates the use of phenolic impregnation or heat setting).

Paper impregnation can be acrylic (white) or phenolic (yellow). Dark color means the filter has been heat set to hold its shape. True, the last parameter is more relevant for fuel and oil filters, where the working surface directly interacts with a dense liquid.

Top 4. MAHLE OC 384

29 reviews from resources taken into account: Reviewer

Lada Granta owners often choose the MAHLE OC 384 model when changing the oil filter, due to the excellent reputation of the brand. Users note the strength of the case and the high quality of rubber seals. Even after prolonged use they retain their original elasticity. The tightness and filtering capabilities of the model also fully satisfy the owners of the 16-valve Granta. Sometimes there are reviews about the discrepancy between the country of manufacture - instead of Austria, the box may contain a product from Indonesia. Asian filters are slightly inferior in build quality and filtration area.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Efficient internal design
• High quality seals

• The quality of the product from different factories varies

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Bosch - 591 rubles

The production is generally of high quality. As with the Fram, there is some minor flash. Thin paper was used, resulting in an increased number of corrugations. Again, this is a company-specific technology choice and does not affect quality. However, from experience we can say that the use of thin paper reduces dust holding capacity. The gluing is continuous, but the corrugation is uneven, the pitch is uneven - the working surface can collapse when air flows.

Mahle — 648 rubles

The filter is made sloppily, with the largest amount of flash. There are no stiffening ribs on the frame - this affects acoustic comfort; in real conditions, such a filter can “hum.” Moreover, the plate itself is polyamide, not polypropylene, that is, made of more expensive plastic. There are no complaints about the curtain, everything is well glued.

Mann-Filter — 653 rubles

The geometry of the filter layer is noticeably different from the original: a larger cross-section with semicircular edges is a signature feature of Mann-Filter. This indicates the manufacturing technology used by a particular company and does not affect the quality or functionality of the filter. Longitudinal stripes on paper indicate the inside/outside during manufacturing. The curtain is perfect, the sizing is complete, without any gaps.

The best premium filters

The main positions in the sector of components for premium cars are occupied by well-known foreign manufacturers. Which companies and concerns produce oil filters that are among the best on the world market? The rating of the best models includes several famous brands.

Oil filter Mahle OC

Mahle produces products for cleaning motor oil of automobile engines of recognized quality. Their filters are installed on imported cars from the expensive sector.

The Mahle oc205 oil filter has a housing with durable walls of impressive thickness that can withstand any overload.

Of course, in order for high-quality equipment to work without failures, do not skimp on oil. The viscosity must withstand the required temperature and pressure characteristics.

Recognized advantages:

• Availability for sale.
• Compact dimensions that exactly fit the intended installation location.
• Impeccable product quality and high level of cleaning.

If the operating recommendations are followed, it fully meets the technical specifications for quality and service life.

Mann Filter Oil Filter

The Mann Filter company is included in the list of the most famous manufacturers in the world and is one of the main suppliers of components to Russia and the CIS. The Mann W75 oil filter is a high-quality and quite popular product. The device has a compact size. The advantages include:

• High-quality cleaning of motor oils.
• Installs and removes without difficulty.

The Mann oil filter provides a high degree of purification with stable oil viscosity.

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Test results

In terms of efficiency, the LX 2010 filter element (Mahle) showed the best results. This can be explained by the high filtering properties of the material used in its manufacture. And in combination with other parameters, this filter can be considered the best in the entire group of tested samples.

In second place, but only in terms of filtration efficiency, is Fram. Despite the difference of only 0.01%, this example is very far from the first. It showed the lowest dust capacity (107.6 grams). This can be explained by using a material that is too dense for a curtain of this size. With such a high initial resistance as this sample, the result could not have been different.

The Sakura filter showed good efficiency - at the level of 99.2%. But, as can be seen from the dust holding capacity (111 grams), this parameter was achieved due to a significant reduction in the efficiency of the resource. Perhaps, in this case, this result was obtained not due to the parameters of the curtain material, but due to the low filtration area. For this sample it is minimal.

Next in efficiency is BIG Filter with a value of 99.18%. It fell behind third place by 0.02%, but with a mass of accumulated dust of 181.5 grams. In general, a decent result in terms of all parameters.

In fifth place is Bosch with an efficiency of 99.12% and a dust capacity of 135 grams. Such mediocre results can be explained by the poor design of the filter curtain. This sample has the maximum filtration area of ​​all presented. It was achieved due to a large number of corrugations, which during installation leads to a significant compaction of the “pockets” and, as a consequence, high initial resistance and reduced service life.

Filtron result is 99.11%. But its dust capacity is much higher - 144.3 grams. The low dust capacity compared to previous samples can be explained by the small filtration area of ​​the curtain and the material with average parameters.

In seventh place is Champion with an efficiency value of 98.61. This value is on the verge of the permissible value of the final efficiency of a car filter (99%). This result, taking into account the dust holding capacity of 191.1 grams, can be explained by the use of mediocre material for making the curtains - the pores in the paper are too large for this size and design.

The lowest efficiency, to our great surprise, was shown by Mann-Filter - 96.73%. It is difficult to say what caused such poor results from such a well-known brand. In all other respects, the sample looks quite decent. Its dust capacity is simply deafening - 234.6 grams! It is possible that there was a defect in the sample that was not detected during an external examination, so a detailed study is necessary to establish all the reasons. But it is preferable to test a new sample, or even better, three samples, and then draw a conclusion about this model.

What's the result?

As our tests have repeatedly shown, the cost of a component and the promotion of a brand are not the determining indicators of its quality and operational efficiency, but they can guarantee the necessary indicator of reliability.

Generally speaking, we consider the Mahle air filter to be the best in this test. In terms of two important parameters (dust holding capacity and efficiency), it took first and fourth places, which, at a price slightly above average, makes it optimal in all respects.

Second place is shared by a whole group of filters whose parameters are worthy of a good review, although each of them is not a leader in individual tests. These are products from BIG Filter, Mann-Filter and Champion. Note that BIG Filter has the lowest price with good results. And if it weren’t for Mann-Filter’s unfortunate loss in efficiency, perhaps the leader of this test would have been different.

Outsiders include Bosch, Filtron, Sakura and Fram filters. However, the lag of these brands can be called relatively conditional - 1-2 points from the second group. Only the Sakura filter stands out, which, with low parameters, turns out to be the most expensive in the test.

Friends, has anyone installed such a filter on a grant? In Auchan 135 rubles.

Reviews

Ivan, Moscow, 25 years old: The original filter did not suit me, as it unexpectedly quickly fails - I refuel with inexpensive gasoline. Now I installed a Goodwill filter and am happy with everything, replacement is much cheaper, and the consumable itself lasts longer.

Daria, Tomsk, 31 years old: For several years now I have been installing only MF from Fortech on my car. The quality is excellent and the filters last longer than usual. The cost is higher than its analogues, but it suits me.

Alexey, Ufa, 29 years old: I recently changed filters for the first time and became interested in Logem brand products. because it was inexpensive. I've been using MF for several weeks now, the quality is amazing. Let's see how it behaves next.

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How to replace an element in the Grant model?

How to replace the air filter correctly and step by step?

1. At the beginning of the “operation”, we open the hood of the Lada Grant and find a housing located directly next to the battery and coolant reservoir.
2. Disconnect the connector from the MAF socket.
3. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screws securing the housing cover of the LADA Granta element. Before the procedure, it is recommended to clean the “box” of dust and dirt. A vacuum cleaner or compressor for blowing a stream of compressed air is perfect. Here we cover the MAF socket with a suitable rag.
4. We take out the used element.
5. We correctly install the new element on the Lada Granta. To do this, look at the arrow marked on the surface of its frame. Its pointer should coincide with the direction of the air flow. This is a very important point, since an incorrectly installed element will not ensure the effective functioning of the air supply system.
6. We reassemble all the dismantled elements in reverse order and connect the removed connectors.

This completes this simple procedure, the air filter is installed on the Lada Granta car. Please note that reusing an old filter is unacceptable. It must be disposed of without alternative. And when the air filter is replaced, an exclusively new one is always installed.

Fuel filter

The fuel filter is installed under the bottom of the car in the rear part. Serves to clean fuel from debris and prevent moisture from entering the system.

Replacement must be done every 30,000 km of vehicle mileage.

Replacing the Granta fuel filter

To replace it, you need to relieve the pressure in the fuel system. To relieve pressure, you need to remove the connector from the fuel pump and start the car engine; when the fuel in the system runs out, the internal combustion engine will stop, you can begin replacing.

We remove the plastic fittings from the filter; to remove it, you need to press the buttons on the fitting and pull it to the side.

Install the fuel filter with the arrow pointing towards the right rear wheel.