The domestic automaker does not equip production Lada Granta models with fender liners (lockers), and therefore you will have to buy and install them yourself. Not only has this model lost this element, they are often not found on Kalina or Priora, as well as on some foreign cars. What this is connected with is not known for certain. Let's figure out together whether fender liners are needed on the Grant and what role they play. Let’s immediately note the fact that only rear lockers are missing on production samples.
The choice of fender liners does not depend on the body type; they are the same on both the sedan and the liftback. Installation on different body types will also be similar.
There is a solution!
As many people know, the front fender liners of the “second Lada Kalina” are smaller in size than the standard lockers of the first family of cars. On the “first Lada Kalina”, this part is attached to the body through a special rubber profile (this profile is absent in the design of the “Kalina-2”). Attaching the rear fender liners, as the reader has already understood, can be done in the same way as was used when installing the Kalina-1 lockers. That is, a plastic part is attached to the arch using a flexible profile. The cross section of this “miraculous” profile is shown in the figure.
Rear fender liner fastening: profile, shield, self-tapping screw
Let’s immediately list what exactly we want to get:
- The plastic fender liner will hold onto the metal side of the arch, and we use a rubber profile as a fastening;
- On the side that is closer to the bumper, a plastic shield should be pressed against the arch liner (shown in the figure);
- The front inner corner of the fender liner will have to be secured with a self-tapping screw.
If the reader is completely satisfied with the listed features, the study of this review can be continued. Note that before installing the fender liners, it is necessary to wash and dry the inner surface of the arches, and in this case it is better to hang the car on a jack (the wheels are dismantled one by one). It makes sense to treat metal surfaces with an anti-corrosion compound. But there is no need to be too zealous - the metal will still be protected from mechanical influences. In this case, it is not necessary to carry out complex anticorrosive treatment, as shown here.
Is it necessary to install fender liners on the Lada Granta?
The installation of lockers is often refused because the method of fastening them (with self-tapping screws) negatively affects the surface of the wing (rust appears). Another problem is that moisture accumulates underneath them - this has a very negative effect on the condition of the body. Unfortunately, standard lockers for Granta are practically impossible to find in the auto parts markets now, but if you are lucky and notice them in a car store, buy them without hesitation. Before installing them, you will have to treat the body with an anti-corrosion compound for protection.
On the other hand, fender liners are necessary to improve sound insulation. Agree, the sound of crushed stone hitting the body in the cabin while driving is very annoying. Try to drive a dozen kilometers on an uneven dirt road, and you will understand that without fender liners the nervous system will not last long: the hum, knocking and grinding quickly irritate not only the driver, but also the passengers sitting in the cabin. In addition, the main task of lockers is to protect the arch from mechanical damage and corrosion. A paradoxical situation arises here: with fender liners, moisture accumulates between the plastic and the surface of the arch, and without them, water, dirt and gravel directly affect the metal of the body.
If you want to extend the life of the body of your Lada Granta, the wheel arches will have to be covered with lockers. Corrosion from self-tapping screws can be slightly compensated for. And without lockers, the body will begin to turn into dust after 2 seasons of such use (and in some cases even earlier). In the winter season, in our megacities, roads are often sprinkled with reagents, from the influence of which the sills and bottom of the car begin to rot. Imagine what will happen to a body without installed fender liners - it will simply begin to rust after six months of active use.
Sequencing
We will assume that all preparatory work (wheel removal, washing, anti-corrosion treatment) has been completed. The plastic fender liner purchased in the store needs to be modified - you need to cut off the horizontal side edge, which is located near the outer side of the arch, leaving a side 7 mm wide. This side, that is, the remaining part of the protruding edge, is “recessed” into the profile slot. The lower rear part of the fender liner is tucked under the bumper. So, from this part of the part the edge is cut off completely (a 7 mm wide edge is not needed here).
Rear plastic fender liners after installation
You can install the rear fender liners by following these steps:
- The plastic shield that protects the bumper from dirt is dismantled, and the screws that secure the bumper to the arch are also unscrewed;
- The rubber profile is placed on the fender liner along its entire length, starting from the lower front corner;
- The fender liner is installed in its rightful place, tucking the metal side of the arch into the slot, and the rear part of the fender liner goes into the gap between the bumper and the surface of the arch;
- At the installation points of the self-tapping screws that secured the bumper, the fender liner needs to be drilled with an awl;
- The bumper mount is restored;
- The shield is being installed.
At the final stage, it is recommended to push the plastic inside the arch with your hands, drill a hole near the corner of the fender liner and screw a self-tapping screw into it. And to protect the metal from rust, you can use silicone sealant.
Choosing the type of fender liner
The wheel arches of a car are perhaps the most vulnerable part of the body, subject to corrosion. And if the Lada Granta body is treated with a special anti-corrosion compound to protect it from the aggressive environment of modern cities, and the bottom of the body has protective linings, then the car arches are not protected by anything. They are constantly subject to mechanical damage and are in direct contact with water, which, together with temperature changes, has a destructive effect on both the wings and the car body as a whole. Let's figure out which fender liners to choose and how to install them correctly.
Plastic
There are a considerable number of factory-made products on sale for the Lada Granta, both sedan and liftback, because they are the same. They are made from high-quality and reliable material (plastic or high-strength polyethylene). But you can often come across counterfeit security elements that are made from recycled materials - they are cheaper, but wear out very quickly, often fall off their fastenings and do not cope with their main task. They can be distinguished by their hardness (low-quality products can be determined literally by touch - the material is very soft). Having saved on lockers, you will most likely encounter the fact that in the cold the installed set will begin to crack and collapse, and in the warm season they will develop a very unpleasant smell: which indicates the cheapness of the plastic from which they are made.
Alternative options
It is up to the owner to decide whether to install fender liners or not, and why it is needed in this or that case. The plastic arch protection installed on some foreign cars sometimes looks more impressive than the option we reviewed. In particular, an external edging (plastic strip) can be used, under which the edge of the fender liner extends. It is usually not possible to ensure a hermetically sealed contact between the outer overlay and the surface of the paintwork, and you can see what the consequences of all this are.
How to choose lockers for Grants?
The sale of products includes both high-quality factory models and cheap counterfeits made from recycled materials. The motorist needs to carefully study the information about the manufacturer and the materials used.
Domestic products made of plastic or reinforced polyethylene are preferred. Such reliable Granta lockers not only have a long service life, but are also easy to install. They do not require much effort when installing on a car.
Products that are too soft wear out quickly and require regular replacement. In addition, products made from recycled materials are susceptible to destruction during strong heating (from hot summer asphalt) and cracking during severe frosts.
Reinforced plastic models are highly resistant and have a long service life. Therefore, they will be an ideal option for purchase and installation.
It is recommended to purchase the entire set of 4 units at once. If it is necessary to replace one front or rear fender liner, then proposals for paired products should be considered.
The savings in this case will be maximum. In addition, it is important to ensure that the Lada Granta lockers you purchase are ideal in size for this model. After all, some manufacturers are silent about compatibility with only a few modifications.
Product delivery options
Note! Below are the shipping methods available specifically for this product. Payment options may vary depending on the shipping method. Detailed information can be found on the “Delivery and Payment” page.
Parcel by Russian Post
Available payment methods:
- Cash on delivery (payment upon receipt)
- Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
- Yandex money
- QIWI
- ROBOKASSA
Shipping throughout Russia. Delivery time is from 5 to 12 days.
Parcel by Russian Post 1st class
Available payment methods:
- Cash on delivery (payment upon receipt)
- Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
- Yandex money
- QIWI
- ROBOKASSA
Shipping throughout Russia. Delivery time – from 2 to 5 days. More expensive than regular delivery by Russian Post, approximately 50%. Parcel weight up to 2.5 kg
Express Parcel EMS
Available payment methods:
- Cash on delivery (payment upon receipt)
- Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
- Yandex money
- QIWI
- ROBOKASSA
Shipping throughout Russia. Delivery time – from 3 to 7 days. More expensive than regular delivery by Russian Post, approximately 100%.
Transport companies
Available payment methods:
- Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
- Yandex money
- QIWI
- ROBOKASSA
Delivery is possible to any locality where there is a representative office of the transport company. Delivery time – from 2 to 10 days. Sending large parcels is approximately 50% more profitable than by Russian Post.
Where can I buy? Price and articles
You can buy protective fender liners for Granta from official dealers, in any specialized store in your city, as well as in online stores, such as Exist or Emex. As a rule, they will cost more at dealers, but they are always in stock, so if you want to save time, then this is your option, otherwise it is better to wait a little and place an order elsewhere.
Articles and prices of standard fender liners
| vendor code | Name | Price, rub) |
| 99999219001616 | Rear | 717 |
| 99999219001086 | Set of front and rear fenders with sound insulation | 3 172 |
*The table shows recommended prices from official dealers.
Price and article numbers of alternative options
Various alternative companies are also involved in the production of fender liners, one of the most popular of which is Novline; their articles will be presented in the table below.
| vendor code | Name | Price, rub) |
| NLL.52.25.004 | Rear/right | 700 — 900 |
| NLL.52.25.003 | Rear/Left | 700 — 900 |
| NLS.52.25.001 | Front / left (with sound insulation) | 1 000 — 1 500 |
| NLS.52.25.002 | Front / right (with sound insulation) | 1 000 — 1 500 |
| NLS.52.25.003 | Rear/left (with sound insulation) | 1 000 — 1 500 |
| NLS.52.25.004 | Rear/right (with sound insulation) | 1 000 — 1 500 |
*The table shows average prices, as they may vary depending on the region and the outlet itself.
Return Guarantee
We guarantee a refund of money paid for the entire order or individual goods if we cannot fulfill the order in full.
We also guarantee the buyer’s right to return goods of good quality that are not suitable for the buyer for any reason. You can always return such a product by paying for the shipping of the product at your own expense, and get the cost of the product back.
If upon receipt of the goods you see that you have received the wrong product or the wrong color that you ordered, be sure to contact us and send us photos of the received product. If we made a mistake during assembly, we will definitely return your money or send you the product you ordered for free. But still, we ask you to carefully inspect and completely unpack the parcel, removing all packaging materials; often small parts are wrapped in film to large ones to avoid loss or damage.
