The shock-absorbing system of a car is important for comfortable movement. It ensures a smooth ride and successfully absorbs uneven road surfaces. The quality of the suspension largely depends on the condition of the springs. The slightest wear of elements can cause a lot of trouble for the owner. Therefore, it is recommended to carry out timely diagnostics and replacement of old parts.
VAZ passenger cars are equipped with an independent double-wishbone suspension at the front, where springs play a key role. The famous “seven” also requires periodic maintenance of its moving parts. We will discuss further technical diagnostics and repair of the front suspension for the VAZ-2107 model.
Problems with front springs
The springs on the VAZ front suspension are located in the front part of the car on the sides of the engine compartment. Their main task is to “absorb” road imperfections. With prolonged use, parts inevitably wear out and require immediate intervention by a mechanic. Atypical behavior of the car indicates an imminent breakdown. If the car body sags significantly compared to the initial condition of the car, this is a sure sign of wear and tear. Trouble does not come alone, so as a result of body roll, accompanying troubles emerge:
- Drastic reduction in ground clearance
- Increased tire wear
- Rapid failure of other suspension elements
- The muffler and driveshaft periodically cling to the road surface
- The body sways intensely when moving
Lowering the suspension as an option for tuning it
Many car enthusiasts prefer that the higher the ground clearance (the so-called ground clearance), the better. And they are partly right. Domestic roads can very quickly “kill” a low suspension. However, when tuning, some owners of the Seven set themselves completely opposite goals. They want to lower the suspension, giving the car a sportier look. How logical is this in conditions of poor road surface?
In fact, low suspension has its advantages. For example, the car's handling in corners improves. This is achieved due to less roll (the level of the center of gravity decreases). Another advantage is changing the appearance of the car. She becomes more athletic and aggressive. Finally, reducing resistance allows for reduced fuel consumption.
Causes of failure of front suspension springs
The warranty period for standard suspension elements is 5 years. However, actual operating conditions are very different from ideal factory tests. The reason for this is the deplorable state of domestic roads and frequent transitions to different road surfaces.
Therefore, professional drivers advise changing components at least once every 3 years or after 30,000 km of travel.
Front suspension failure occurs for several main reasons:
- Late diagnosis and replacement of consumables
- Defective part
- Driving on poor quality roads
When identifying the first “symptoms” of the disease, it is better to eliminate the problem immediately. Constantly postponing repairs can lead to breakdown of other elements of the car, which will cost the car owner a significant amount of money.
The main points of tuning the VAZ 2107 suspension
The first thing you can do when upgrading the front suspension is to install a spring from a NIVA 2121. The fact is that such a maneuver does not require additional preparation, since the spring fits well into the VAZ 2107 scheme. In addition, this will allow you to obtain greater rigidity. It is worth noting that the same operation can be performed with the rear suspension. Some car enthusiasts cut off one or two turns to reduce ground clearance. Whether to do this or not is up to you. A lower ground clearance has its advantages and we will talk about them in this article. But there are also significant drawbacks.
The next step is to replace the standard shock absorbers. Here everything depends solely on your capabilities. If you want to save money, you can install fairly inexpensive Ikons. Installation of sports type Bilstein will cost more. But the effect will be much greater. The main rule when replacing shock absorbers on a Semerka is that they must be gas-oil. Their advantage is greater elasticity. What is the output? Such modernization will lead to the appearance of large rolls when cornering. To minimize them, they usually install new stabilizers with a higher degree of rigidity (as an option, you can pair a pair of factory ones on both sides).
Signs of spring replacement
There are 3 main signs that indicate problems with the front springs. The presence of any of them or a combination of several indicate one thing - not everything is in order with the car.
Rolling the car to one side
To check the car for the presence of this defect, it is enough to place the vehicle on a flat surface without additional cargo inside. The unnatural skew of the car instantly catches your eye. If the body “leans” heavily on the left or right side, the front springs on the VAZ 2107 need to be replaced. A similar situation concerns an excessive slope on the front or rear axle.
But you definitely shouldn’t blame them alone, and here’s why. The design features of the suspension of VAZ cars from the “kopek” to the “seven” include a landing part in the upper part of the spring (popularly it is nicknamed “glass”). It acts as a top stop. During long-term operation of the vehicle, the glass tends to “fall through”. Externally, the body tilts to one side. The cause of the problem can only be diagnosed by removing the rubber cushion and glass. Typically, the failure of the glass occurs on the front springs, and especially often on the left wheel.
Extraneous noise in the suspension
A breakdown can be signaled by extraneous sounds, the source of which is located in the suspension area. This may include an obvious rattling or clanging sound, or a subtle knocking or grinding noise. Noises occur when the car drives on uneven sections of the road. For example, when hitting a bump or a wheel falling into a hole.
If atypical sounds are detected, a complete diagnosis of the vehicle's suspension and steering should be carried out. The source of the noise may be a ball joint, tie rods, or worn rubber gaskets. If everything is fine with them, the reason lies in the malfunction of the springs.
Extraneous sounds often indicate a split in a certain location. But sometimes the part breaks exactly in two. Then the car body looks skewed to the “sore spot”.
Metal fatigue
Auto mechanics often say that metal is “tired.” What does it mean? Metal fatigue means the loss of its initial properties due to prolonged use. Over time, the element copes worse with its assigned responsibilities.
Several extreme turns on both sides of the part fall into the risk zone, since they bear the main load. At the moment of compression, the rings are pressed tightly and hit each other. After some time, mining areas appear at the contact points of the rings. There is a transformation of the round rod, which gradually takes on a flattened shape.
A spring with a defect does not fully respond to road unevenness, and the suspension gently “sags.” If such a malfunction is detected, it is recommended to replace the part with a new one.
↑ Sequence of tightening nuts and axles in rubber-metal joints
To prevent improper distribution of forces in rubber-metal joints, tightening the nuts and lever axles must be done in the following order:
- Place the car on a level surface and place the wheels parallel to the axis of the car;
- load the car with a load of 3136 N (320 kgf);
- under these conditions, use a torque wrench to tighten the nuts securing the axles of the upper and then the lower arms and the nuts securing the axle of the lower arm to the cross member.
Check and adjust the front wheel alignment angles.
What to look for when choosing
When choosing a new consumable, you should pay attention to key characteristics. Knowing the basic parameters will allow you to find the optimal part that suits your specific needs.
Length
The ride height depends on the length. Typically, the manufacturer mentions the recommended clearance value in the technical documentation of the model. In rare cases, the spring lengths of the rear and front axles may differ. But it is advisable not to deviate from the technical parameters from the manufacturer. These parameters are determined by precise technical calculations.
You can deviate from the recommendations in two cases:
- “pumping” the car for the sake of visual customization
- modernization of the chassis for transporting heavy loads
Rigidity
The degree of rigidity determines the behavior of the car on the road and distributes the load across the remaining suspension elements. Soft springs are suitable for comfortable, smooth rides, while hard springs cope well with high loads. Therefore, the choice of rigidity largely depends on the purpose of using the machine.
Among owners of VAZ cars (including the Seven), there is a common problem with purchasing new consumables for their “swallow”. In a single set from one manufacturer, sometimes there are elements with different degrees of rigidity. Unfortunately, it is impossible to know about this in advance, and the body defect appears during use.
To resolve the issue, car owners resort to one of two methods. The first option involves purchasing another pair, usually foreign-made. The second method involves installing spacers.
A spacer is a rubber lining that is placed under the seating area of the “glass”. This method will significantly save the budget of the owner of the Lada.
The degree of spring stiffness depends on several indicators:
- The thickness of the rod section. A simple law applies here: the thicker the rod, the higher the level of rigidity. However, there are models with different ring diameters, and therefore the rule applies only to classic straight models.
- Total diameter of turns. Increasing the width of the rings leads to increased softness.
- Number of turns. The higher the number of revolutions of the rod, the lower the rigidity of the part.
Turning parameters
The main characteristics include two indicators: the number of turns and the thickness of the section. They determine the final degree of rigidity of the part.
It is not uncommon to find original springs with different ring diameters. Externally, they have an oval shape: wide in the middle with a gradual decrease towards the edges. The different diameters of the rings are also made of metal of different thicknesses. For massive turns, a thick rod is used, and the small rings on the sides are made of thin material. This design feature gives it versatility: it dampens small vibrations and large shocks equally well.
But the main “disease” of these models is hidden in the extreme turns. Due to the small thickness of the metal, the side parts of the part are very fragile, and therefore often break on uneven roads. This is the price of comfort: for a soft ride you have to pay for frequent repairs.
An alternative to factory springs is products from third-party manufacturers. A non-original product is made from a rod with a constant cross-section. This negatively affects ride comfort due to high rigidity. But non-original consumables are distinguished by their reliability and durability.
Types
The springs of the shock-absorbing system are conventionally divided into 5 categories, which can be presented in table form:
| Variety | Characteristic |
| Standard | They come as standard equipment for the car from the manufacturer. Designed for driving on city highways and rough terrain. |
| Reinforced | Capable of withstanding heavy loads. Used for transporting heavy loads. |
| Extended | Modification to increase the vehicle's ground clearance. |
| Shortened | They have the opposite effect - reducing the vehicle's ground clearance. At the same time, controllability indicators increase significantly. |
| Variable hardness | A universal option for traveling on various road surfaces. |
Finding the optimal solution depends on the intended use of the vehicle and the manufacturer's recommendations.
The standard kit for the VAZ 2107 is original parts from a “penny”. But to improve aerodynamic performance, car owners resort to tricks. Often, instead of standard elements, spare parts from the “four” are chosen, which have a positive effect on handling. True, to install them in the “seven” you need to remove the outermost turn.
NIVA springs for VAZ 2106. Slight lowering of VAZ Classic.
I decided to lower the rear suspension of the six a little, after the high landing. springs for this
rear
To ensure proper comfort, you need to choose the right features of these products. Incorrectly selected parts deny all the positive qualities that can be obtained from its installation. Springs and their stiffness depend on the following parameters:
- The diameter of the spring plays a big role. The larger the diameter, the higher its rigidity;
- An increase in its outer diameter leads to a decrease in the stiffness index;
- Increasing the number of turns leads to a decrease in stiffness;
- Formation also plays an important role in determining the characteristics of products.
Seven is very customizable, relatively cheap, simple and fun. Even the most minimal changes can make a car much better and more attractive than a factory-produced car. One of these changes is the replacement of parts in the rear suspension.
Many owners try to install stiffer parts in the suspension. Let's try to find out what this gives to the car and the owner. This change significantly increases the steering wheel's sensitivity to driver input. Aerodynamics become such that with a sharp turn, the wheels on the opposite side of the roll can even come off the road, which significantly impairs their grip on the road surface.
The most common springs in the rear suspension are springs from the VAZ 2104. Such a replacement may not be acceptable in all cases. Experts recommend such a replacement for cars that convert to using gas fuel, especially methane. Cylinders for this fuel have a significant weight, so installing such parts will be very useful. For such products, it is recommended to install Niva shock absorbers, the travel of which is more than standard.
Fans of sporty style install products with reduced rigidity. They have green marks. I want to warn you that driving a car with such parts along country roads will add problems to the owners. Many drivers deal with them very radically. They cut off exactly one turn on reinforced products. You have to be very careful with this as if you cut a little more the pieces might just fall out of place.
I want to warn you that you need to change products in pairs, that is, both parts are changed on the same axis. What sources to put on the VAZ 2107 instead of “sifting” is up to you to decide, but the approach to this issue is balanced enough to eliminate the occurrence of unnecessary problems.
On sale are reinforced springs and spacers. what to prefer? VAZ-2101. 2107.
It's no secret that Zhiguli sedans, from VAZ-2101 to 2107, have a common weakness - rear suspension springs. Probably chosen for “comfort” reasons, they work acceptably when the machine is not very loaded. And under full (albeit within normal) load, they are compressed so much that on an uneven road the rear axle beam can hit the bump stops. This can also be caused by problems with the shock absorbers, especially if the car is far from new. Over time, due to changes in the structure of the metal, the stiffness of the springs also decreases - they sag, the compression stroke becomes very small, and under heavy loads almost disappears. In general, as a movie character would say, with such springs there is no life!
Placing spacers under the springs will not really solve the problem. Firstly, metal fatigue takes its toll - and one day the spring simply breaks. Secondly, frequently repeated impacts destroy the bump stops; in addition, cracks appear in body parts, especially if the spring is compressed before the coils collide. That is why the installation of rubber spacer rings, although it increases cross-country ability, is still rather self-deception.
There are also rubber inserts on sale that are designed to be installed between the coils of a weakened spring. Their main drawback is the same as that of spacers; Let's add fragility to this.
Meanwhile, springs from the VAZ-2104 station wagon are allowed to be installed on the Zhiguli sedan. These springs are 21 mm longer - hence the additional load capacity.
There is another option - however, which did not receive the go-ahead from VAZ - replacing the standard rear springs with rear springs from Niva.
The table shows the basic data of various springs.
Rear suspension springs for Zhiguli
Sedan
| 434 | 127,5 | 12,4 | 9,3 | 1,85 | |
| Station wagon | 455 | 127,5 | 12,4 | 9,3 | 1,85 |
| "Niva" VAZ-2121 | 434 | 127–129 | 12,7 | 9,3 | 2,25 |
* Load required to compress the spring by 1 mm.
Main types and ratings of suspension springs
How to choose the best springs for the VAZ 2107 presented on the domestic market? It is impossible to give a definite answer to the question, since each driver eventually finds “his” company, whose products he is ready to trust. A list of 14 well-known companies that have long proven themselves to be the best will help you understand the huge number of brands.
LESJOFORS
The real flagship of the industry comes from Europe. The company has been producing spare parts for car suspensions for many years. The company has a developed network of branches with representation in four European countries.
Lesjofos springs are cast from special steel with a high carbon content. A special protective coating is applied to the surface of the part and then painted. The products are distinguished by their long service life, confirmed by numerous tests. There are over 3 thousand items on the market under a well-known brand. The main disadvantage of the product is the “biting” price tag.
KILEN
At the end of the last century, the company came under the wing of “lesjofos”, and today it is a “daughter” of the giant. Accordingly, the sub-brand’s products have twice the service life compared to the original parts from the Volga plant. Car owners praise the product for its high quality combined with an adequate price.
LEMFORDER
The company is a well-known supplier of original products for many premium cars. Therefore, the price of the product is not the lowest. But in return, the buyer receives unsurpassed quality, supported by countless positive reviews.
CS GERMANY
German company producing components. The products are in the middle price category. Drivers respect the brand for the optimal ratio of cost and quality of the goods offered.
KONI
The company's products are distinguished by a large margin of safety and are widely represented on the market. The price of components is in the “above average” category. The main feature of the springs is the ability to dynamically adjust the stiffness level.
BOGE
The manufacturer produces various parts for car suspension. The manufactured products belong to the “premium” category. The cost of boge products fully corresponds to the class of the company. Manufacturing defects occur rarely; reviews from car owners are mostly positive.
EIBACH
is one of the key players in the automotive market. Its products practically do not lose their initial properties over time and are popularly considered “immortal”. The only thing that spoils the overall impression is the cost of parts from the eminent flagship of the industry, which is many times superior to its competitors.
SS20
The key feature of the manufacturer is a painstaking approach to manufacturing technology. The factory carefully selects pairs with equal hardness. Therefore, when purchasing, you can be sure that the kit is guaranteed to have similar parameters. Production technologies are based on cold and hot winding methods.
K&F
belongs to the leading manufacturers of spare parts for cars and trucks. In addition to supplying new parts, the company actively operates in the secondary market. The rich product range includes over a thousand items. Springs from a famous brand are famous for their quality, but they cost a lot of money.
TEVEMA
Polish manufacturer of shock-absorbing springs operating in the European and Asian regions. The insane demand for the company's products is dictated by the low cost of parts, which are several times cheaper than original components.
SIRIUS
The company produces products in the budget segment. A wide selection of components received positive feedback from car owners. It is especially worth noting the possibility of producing parts according to an individual sketch.
FOBOS
The company does not have enough stars in the sky, but the price tag for the products is appropriate. A small range of products with mediocre quality. Car owners note that the first defects “pop up” after just a year of active use.
ASOMI
The company is famous for its own production technologies, which are kept in the strictest confidence. "Asomi" offers high-quality products at reasonable prices.
TECHNORESSOR
An economical option for those who are broke. The company produces spare parts for cars and trucks. Springs gradually lose their initial properties. An excellent solution for economical drivers.
Improved rear suspension
In order to make the back of the “seven” more rigid and resilient in terms of the weight load placed on it, they usually change:
- springs;
- shock absorbers;
- silent blocks;
- rubber bumpers.
Rear suspension of the VAZ 2107
A classic of the genre is the replacement of original springs with those designed for the VAZ Niva or VAZ 2102(04). These springs are perfect for the existing circuit here, but they are much more powerful and stiffer. However, if the springs from the Niva are identical to the springs of the VAZ 2107, then the springs from the VAZ 2102(02) lift the rear of the body, which is undesirable with rear-wheel drive. Therefore, in order to reduce the ground clearance, you have to cut one or two turns with your own hands. It is also possible to install springs from some imported cars. However, only a few people do this, since such spare parts are much more expensive than their domestic counterparts, if you buy new ones. It is not recommended to install used springs, since no one knows what their service life is.
The standard suspension is too soft and does not give a clear feeling of the car, especially at speed. She simply rocks like a boat on the waves)))
I decided to fix this matter. I purchased -Plaza Sport shock absorbers -30 mm -Phobos springs -40 mm -a set of new balls -polyurethane silent blocks -spar extensions
There was also an idea to make a double front stabilizer, but alas, on fuel-injected sevens this is problematic - the large generator drive pulley gets in the way.
While I was waiting for the store to deliver the ordered shock absorbers (it took too long), I began installing the extension. To do this, we had to change the mounting locations of the fuel filter, washer reservoir and other small components. I installed the stretcher, I was driving happy, and there was some kind of rumble from under the hood - at high speeds the receiver was hitting this stretcher. I had to grind off a little metal from the contact point, and everything became normal.
Spring Upgrade
The process of upgrading springs involves changing the length of the part on your own. To do this, the element is shortened or replaced with a longer sample.
Shortened springs
Drivers resort to reducing the size of a part in order to improve the characteristics of their iron comrade. Trimming the springs gives the car some advantages:
- Lowering the body position
- Better steering response
- Reduced roll when entering a turn
Many manufacturers offer a ready-made solution in the form of special versions of short springs. However, it is worth remembering that after tuning the ground clearance will decrease significantly. Such a “seven” will not be able to drive on uneven roads.
You can lower the “seven” yourself. To do this, you need to cut 2 turns from each spring using a grinder.
It is not recommended to cut off more rings, because the body will touch the ground.
Video: cutting springs on a classic
The video shows working with a VAZ 2106, but the technological process for the “Seven” is completely identical.
Link to video:
What else can be replaced in the VAZ 2107 suspension
Tuning the VAZ 2107 suspension should not be limited to work under the car. It is advisable to take care of improving the steering system. As an option - a steering column from Niva. It is possible to install an electric amplifier. But such work is best left to professionals. The point is that the equipment must be connected correctly. Doing this yourself is quite difficult. In addition, experts recommend paying attention to the brake system.
Installing disk drives will significantly improve the car's performance. Finally, all work can be completed by changing the tires and performing a wheel alignment. It is better to choose foreign tires. Both classic and low profile options are available. But it is worth remembering that the latter is good in terms of handling, although it reduces the level of driving comfort.
Spacers for springs
Even the most innovative springs gradually exhaust their service life. And the owner is faced with a choice: replace the part with a new one or extend the life of the element with the help of a spacer.
The spacer for the VAZ 2107 has several varieties:
- Interturn (attached between the rings)
- Butt (between the spring and the cup)
- Suspension spacer
An interturn spacer is suitable for spring repair. You can buy it at a VAZ car parts store. Installation is performed in the following sequence:
- Raise the wheel with a jack
- Unclench the required coils of the spring with crowbars
- Soak the spacer with soapy water
- Insert the spacer with a screwdriver and secure it
- Remove the jack from under the wheel
- Repeat all steps on the other wheel
Video: operating procedure
You can view the video material at the link:
The main options for reducing clearance
The first option, which is considered the most economical, is to shorten the standard springs. You can do this yourself or, if you don’t have the necessary tools and skills, entrust it to a novice specialist. This operation can be performed without removing the spring. It is important to remember that the springs are shortened by a different number of turns (front, for example, by two, and rear by three). This is due to the fact that the weight of the machine must be distributed evenly.
The advantage of this method is low costs. As for the disadvantages, these include the risk of breaking both the spring and the shock absorber. Another option is to purchase and install shortened springs. Such springs are often called sports springs. The main costs here are associated with the purchase of finished parts. The advantages of this method include the fact that you can return everything to its place at any time (after all, the standard springs are not shortened). In addition, you can carry out such an operation yourself. The only thing is, upon completion, you need to contact specialists to perform camber/alignment work.
How to change the front struts of a Lada Priora - detailed instructions
1. First of all, remove the mounting bolts on the wheel, then install the jack on the side from which you are going to make repairs.
2. Next, unscrew the bolts completely and remove the wheel.
3. It is necessary to disconnect the brake hoses, and then remove them from the holder located on the rack.
4. Take pliers and carefully unscrew the locking cotter pin on the steering end pin, then you need to take it out and unscrew the nut with a “17” key.
5. Now it’s the puller’s turn, install it on the steering end as shown in the photo and press it out of the socket.
6. Unfold the support and start unscrewing the fastening nuts on the steering knuckle. If you followed my recommendations and treated all connections with WD-40, there should be no problems with unscrewing.
7. If necessary, use a hammer to knock out the bolts, being careful not to damage the threads!
8. The top eccentric bolt is used to adjust the camber and has a washer on it that often likes to stick to the strut. Do not throw away the bolt itself; it will be reinstalled during the replacement process. There is no point in remembering the position of the eccentric along the axis, since in any case you will have to go to the wheel alignment.
9. Let's move on. Using a wrench set to “13”, unscrew the fastening nuts that secure the front pillar to the body; they are located under the hood.
10. We take out the front strut from the wheel well assembly.
Choice depending on manufacturer
Often, when parts break down, drivers try to buy original factory parts as replacements, not wanting to experiment. However, there is a decent choice from other manufacturers, whose products are sometimes no worse than the original ones.
Sirius
There is a large assortment for different brands of cars, and parts are also manufactured in any configuration according to customer drawings.
Phobos
The quality is satisfactory, but, according to some car enthusiasts, after 2 years they begin to sag, losing rigidity. In total, about 500 types of springs are manufactured under this brand for any brand of car; there are standard, reinforced and lowered springs. Clearance kits with increased ground clearance are also available.
Technospring
Good quality for little money. They lose rigidity over time, but do not sag. Quite good as a budget option.
Very durable, no sagging. They have a stiffness adjustment directly on the car, done with a special thumb under the hood.
Eibach
High-quality, very durable, practically do not “age” - do not sag, do not lose rigidity. There is no roll when turning. But they cost one and a half times more than Koni.
Products of the SS20 brand undergo mandatory testing at test benches, after which they are selected in pairs with similar characteristics. This check ensures, according to the manufacturer, 100 percent product quality. A large assortment allows you to choose the right characteristics depending on your driving style and operating conditions. There are 3 options available:
- hot coiling of standard height with linear compression characteristic;
- cold coiling of standard height with linear and progressive compression characteristics;
- cold coils are lowered, with a progressive compression characteristic.
Kilen
Alternative original springs from Kilen are of the highest quality. The service life, as the manufacturers claim, is twice as long as the original VAZ products.
Asomi
Excellent springs made from special alloys, coated with epoxy coating to increase service life.
How to replace them yourself
Replacing the front struts on a Lada Priora with your own hands is quite possible if you make sure you have all the tools and components. You also need to take into account the recommended sequence of actions so that you do not have to overpay when correcting errors.
To carry out this procedure:
- We take the jack and install it on the side where the installation begins.
- We remove the wheel, unscrew the brake connections, take out their fastenings located on the rack.
- We take pliers and carefully unbend the lock on the finger of the steering tip, take it out, and unscrew nut number seventeen.
- We reach the steering tip puller and pull it out.
- Scroll the support and unscrew the steering knuckle nuts. If you used WD-40 before, this will not be difficult to do.
- If this was not possible, but you can’t unscrew it, you can try knocking them out with a hammer. We just act as carefully as possible so as not to damage the thread.
- Next, we take on the eccentric bolt located on top and save it - it is necessary for adjusting the wheel alignment. It is also recommended to remember its location, focusing on static elements.
- All that remains is to unscrew the retaining nuts that secure the structure; access to them is under the hood.
- Now it’s time to remove the assembled structure with the shock absorber from the wheel well.
Replacement of racks is carried out after dismantling the old ones, so we disassemble everything step by step.
NOW LET'S START DISASSEMBLING THE EXISTING STRUCTURE
1. This is where you will need the previously prepared spring ties. Install them on the second coil (top and bottom) of the spring, as indicated in the picture. We install the second screed in the same way, only on the other side.
2. Now start bringing the spring together; to do this (if anyone doesn’t understand) you need to twist the tie bolts of the first tie. This is done until the second tie begins to move freely on the turns; repeat all of the above in relation to the second tie.
3. Using a 22″ socket and hexagon, unscrew the nut securing the strut rod to the support.
4. Next, remove the bump stop (limiter), as well as the support bearing, compression limiter and support.
5. We replace the old rebound limiter washers with new ones that came with the struts, be careful, they are different - the top one is slightly larger than the bottom one.
6. Remove the spring cup along with the rubber damper, as well as the spring, compression buffer and boot.
Now let's carefully examine the rack.
The cause of the malfunction was discovered almost immediately, after checking the play, I raised the rod to the top point, then simply released it, after which the piston sharply went down without the slightest resistance and “slammed” into the upper part of the cylinder. Here, as they say, no comments... Now it’s clear where the dull knocks were coming from.
Worth reading:
- Self-replacement of the VAZ 2110 CV joint
- How to replace the steering rack of a VAZ 2115 yourself
- Using a rope or wire, pull the upper arm higher, thereby providing access to the front suspension spring.
Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
- Use a pry bar to pry the lower end of the spring and remove it from the lower arm support cup.
Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
