VAZ 2115 replacing the release bearing without removing the box

Examination

To make sure that the clutch really needs to be replaced with a clutch releaser on a VAZ 2114, it is first recommended to check it thoroughly for malfunctions. This will allow you to determine whether this device is really the cause of the problem.

The bearing allows the disc to disengage from the basket, plus it additionally ensures that the clutch is engaged and disengaged.

There are two types of squeezers:

1. Roller. They work on the basis of a rigid bunch of rods.
2. Hydraulic. The hydraulic system ensures power transmission.

Even an inexperienced car owner can detect a faulty release bearing. The failure of this element manifests itself as follows:

• When moving, extraneous sounds and noises arise;
• Gear shifting is difficult;
• When overtaking, the clutch may completely disappear;
• Slippage occurs during acceleration, etc.

If the squeezer turns out to be truly faulty, it is the responsibility of every car owner to replace it immediately. This can be done with the help of service station technicians, or with your own hands.

Types of spare parts

Clutches are classified according to different criteria. So, according to the control method, the details are distinguished:

1. Hydraulic.
2. Mechanical.
3. Electrical.
4. Combined.

By type of friction there are:

• Dry (work in air).
• Wet options (oil is used).

According to the number of discs there are clutches:

• Single-disc.
• Multi-disc.

According to the switching mode, the part is classified into:

1. Constantly closed.
2. Not constantly closed.

According to the novelty, the spare part is:

• New.
• Restored old.
• Used, which has not been repaired.

By originality there are products:

• Non-original (produced for different brands of cars by any plant except VAZ).
• Original (made specifically for this AvtoVAZ brand).

By manufacturer you can buy non-original products from the following companies:

• Finwhale.
• LUK.
• PILENGA.
• KRAFTTECH.
• VALEO.
• SACHS.

Replacing the clutch on a VAZ 2114 with your own hands

It's no secret that all components and assemblies on the VAZ 2114 wear out over time. But with the clutch, this can happen very quickly, especially if the car is driven by a novice driver who has the bad habit of keeping his foot on the pedal for a long time. We will tell you how to replace the clutch on a VAZ 2114 yourself in this article.

• When you press the clutch pedal, you hear a characteristic low hum, which, if the discs are heavily worn, may be accompanied by clicking sounds.
• The clutch drives or slips, that is, the car engine is disconnected from the transmission not immediately after pressing the pedal, but with some delay.
• The car starts moving jerkily, even if the clutch pedal is released very smoothly.

1. New set of clutch discs.
2. Set of socket heads with a wrench.
3. Set of open-end wrenches.
4. Large flat blade screwdriver.
5. Special puller for ball joints.
6. 2 jacks.
7. Anti-recoil shoes.
8. Wooden beam for hanging the gearbox.
9. Rope.
10. Medium sized scrap.
11. Mandrel for centering the clutch driven disc.

1. The car is installed on the inspection hole. Wheel chocks are placed under the rear wheels. The front wheels are jacked up and removed.
2. The hood opens and both terminals are removed from the battery.
3. Using open-end wrenches, the air filter and the sensor next to it are removed.
4. Access to the clutch cable is provided. This cable is disconnected with a 10mm spanner. The clutch cable that needs to be disconnected
5. Now the starter is removed and the bolts on the upper part of the clutch housing are unscrewed (there are 4 of them).
6. The gear shift drive and the support located to the right of the gearbox are unscrewed. After this, use a 10-mm open-end wrench to unscrew the flywheel protective cover.
7. Using a spanner, unscrew the fastening bolts of the ball joints. Next, the drive shafts are disconnected from the gearbox and the oil is drained. The mounting bolts of the ball joints are unscrewed
8. Removing the box begins with unscrewing the bolts holding the box to the cylinders. The bolts are unscrewed using a socket head 8. A wooden beam tied to a rope is placed under the box, on which it is hung next to the engine. Next, using the same 8mm wrench, unscrew the bolts that secure the pressure plate to the flywheel. The pressure plate is unscrewed with an 8 key
9. The clutch pressure and driven discs are removed. Clutch discs ready for removal
10. Using a screwdriver, pry up the release spring holding the release bearing, after which the bearing is removed. The gearbox input shaft is cleaned of dirt
11. Access to the gearbox input shaft is provided. It is thoroughly cleaned of residual grease and contaminants. The release bearing and spring are installed in place (replaced with new ones if necessary), then the shaft is centered using a mandrel. Only after this are the clutch driven and pressure plates installed on it. Then all components of the car are reassembled.

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Important points

When replacing the clutch, it is necessary to pay close attention not only to the condition of the discs, but also to the condition of the release bearing, which was mentioned above. After removing it, you need to turn it several times by hand.

If rotation is difficult or a creaking or crackling sound is heard during scrolling, then the bearing needs to be replaced. If this is not done, all the work on replacing the clutch discs will be useless, since they will again become unusable. The gearbox shaft and adjacent parts should be cleaned of dirt very carefully; it is best to wash everything with kerosene and wipe dry with a clean rag. The above is a method for replacing the clutch with complete removal of the gearbox. But sometimes car enthusiasts do without removal. To do this, the bolts that secure the box to the engine are carefully unscrewed (one at a time). In their place, studs are installed, which are slightly thinner and at least three times longer than the mounting bolts. These pins serve as guides along which the box can be moved slightly to the side. This creates a gap between the engine and the gearbox, through which the clutch discs are removed. This method is less labor-intensive, but it has its drawbacks: it will be impossible to get to the release bearing and it will not be possible to thoroughly clean the gearbox shaft from dirt.

As you can see from this article, replacing a clutch is a very labor-intensive operation. Therefore, it is necessary to follow the proposed instructions exactly. You should also not forget about safety precautions, especially when it comes to removing the gearbox. This is a very heavy unit and you should be extremely careful when handling it.

About the properties of the structure

Before you completely disassemble all the components, you need to understand how it all works when assembled.

The clutch system is required to perform two functions:

1. Briefly disconnecting the car engine from the transmission.
2. Smoothly connects the engine back to the transmission during gear changes.

The clutch on the VAZ-2109 also protects the transmission from damage and overload during operation, so this unit must be maintained in working order and damaged parts replaced as soon as damage is discovered.

The “nine” has the simplest single-disc friction system. It works according to this principle:

1. While the pedal is not depressed, the driven disc is compressed by a spring mechanism between the flywheel and the drive (pressure) disc. In this state, the clutch is engaged and the speed is transmitted through the system to the gearbox.
2. When you press the pedal, a mechanism is activated that disconnects the drive disk from the driven one, the connection between the system elements is lost, so the torque is no longer transmitted further.

In this scheme, we are most interested in several details:

1. The driven and driving disks, which very often quickly wear out, causing them to lose the necessary performance properties.
2. Drive is a device that drives the unit when the pedal is pressed. If it is faulty, you will experience jerking and vibration when trying to change gear.
3. Clutch cable - connects the pedal to the system. Over time, its tension weakens, which causes the effect of incomplete activation of the mechanism.

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Changing the clutch cable on a VAZ 2109-2115

Many owners of VAZ 2108-099 cars were faced with the need to replace the clutch cable. The cable may break during use, and this is not uncommon. Over time, the cable also stretches so much that it becomes impossible to adjust it. In such a situation, the only solution to the problem is to replace it.

What is required to replace the cable?

To dismantle the old and install a new cable, the driver will need:

• Two wrenches (at “17”).
• Slotted screwdriver.
• Pliers.
• Adjustment device (you can use a regular ruler for this).
• New cable.

It should be added that in many stores, car enthusiasts are offered to purchase a cable from a VAZ 110 model instead of a “nine”. It is better to refuse this offer. The fact is that the tens cable is longer than the original spare part, and it will not fit in terms of fastening. This will negatively affect the operation of the entire clutch.

Replacement procedure

The replacement should begin with preparing the car. The car should be set to the parking brake. To eliminate the possibility of the car rolling away, you need to put stops under the wheels (you can use ordinary stones). You can remove the battery. Without it, changing the part will be easier. Now, the replacement process itself:

1. Using wrenches, you need to loosen the nuts that secure the cable casing (there are 2 such nuts in total).
2. The cable is raised and removed from the socket.
3. The clutch guide is disconnected from the fork. This work must be approached as carefully as possible.
4. Having completed this stage, you need to go to the car interior, in the future all actions will be carried out there.
5. Using a slotted screwdriver, disconnect the bracket that holds the pedal pin. The end of the cable is disconnected from the pedal itself.
6. Next you need to go back under the hood of the car, because now you need to pull out the cable.

After removing the faulty cable, you can begin installing a new one.

We install the new cable in the reverse order of removal. After installing the cable, you need to attach it to the pedal, fork and bracket.

Once installation is complete, it is recommended that you adjust the clutch by tightening or unscrewing the adjusting nuts until the clutch is fully depressed. It is usually sufficient to adjust the position of the cable so that the clutch pedal is approximately level with the brake pedal. Thanks to this, you can extend the service life of the basket and make driving more comfortable.

Tools and materials for work:

• Wheel bolt wrench;
• Two jacks;
• Car stands;
• Power wrench;
• Thirteen two head;
• Wheel chocks;
• Open-end wrench for ten, seventeen (2 pieces), nineteen;
• Ratchet driver;
• Socket head for eight, thirteen, fifteen, seventeen, nineteen;
• Head with E12 profile;
• Extension;
• Phillips and slotted screwdrivers;
• Penetrating lubricant;
• Hammer;
• Extension;
• Oil collection container;
• Lithium grease.

Instructions for adjusting the clutch with your own hands on a VAZ 2114

The procedure for adjusting the VAZ 2114 8-valve cable is not complicated. All repairs can be done yourself. To carry out repairs, you will first need to prepare the following tool:

• Phillips screwdriver or No. 8 head;
• set of open-end wrenches for 13 and 17;
• WD 40 or similar product;
• ruler/construction tape measure/other measuring instrument.

You can see how this is done in the video:

How to adjust the clutch cable

To properly tighten the cable, it is necessary to carry out this procedure.

1. Drive the car onto a level surface and put the handbrake on.
2. For safety's sake, disconnect the terminals from the battery.
3. In the cabin, near the corresponding pedal, place a ruler parallel to its movement. Ideally, the lever pad should be within 13 cm. An error of up to 5 mm is allowed. In case of large deviation, adjustment is required.

The hood opens. An air filter is located near the battery. You can remove it by releasing the air duct clamp (with a screwdriver or a No. 8 socket).

Under the dismantled can you need to find the clutch cable itself. The part is located near the gearbox housing. There is a tensioner clamp on it (it looks like several nuts threaded onto the casing and pressing the mounting plate on both sides).

Clutch adjustment on a VAZ-2107 - detailed instructions for a beginner

Use wrench No. 17 to loosen the locknuts. If necessary, you can treat the fastening with WD-40 or its equivalent. Then, using a 13-inch horn, loosen the thrust nuts (1 and 2). Next, adjust the tension of the jacket. Nuts No. 1, 2 rotate counterclockwise. Thus, the pedal settles closer to the floor; to raise the lever, you need to do the opposite.

After calibration, the mechanism is assembled in the reverse order. Next, you need to press the corresponding pedal 5-6 times all the way and repeat the procedure with the ruler. If there is no position failure, everything is fine.

Adjusting the clutch pedal free play

Adjusting the free play of the clutch pedal correctly is an important measure to prevent wear of the release bearing and unforeseen situations on the road.

The pedal position is set using the same clutch cable. It is considered ideal when the mechanism operates in the middle of the lever stroke. If engagement is observed closer to the floor, it is necessary to tighten the cable.

Correct clutch setting

An important factor in correct tuning is the safe, correct operation of the mechanism. You can check the accuracy of the calibrations in this way.

1. Put the car on the handbrake.
2. Start the engine in neutral gear.
3. Turn on the first one and try to move off without removing the car from the handbrake. If the internal combustion engine jerks and stalls, everything is done correctly. If the movement does not start, but the engine is running, the clutch disc slips, you need to loosen the cable tension.

You also need to drive the car, sequentially engaging all gears. During manipulations, the presence of extraneous sounds, vibrations or dissonance between the set of engine speeds and the acceleration of the machine is strictly unacceptable.

First stage

The first question is: is it possible to replace the clutch on a VAZ 2109 without removing the gearbox? You can look through so many materials, videos and photos, but nowhere will you find a specific answer to this question. As a result, of course, you will come across some review in which the person directly points out that it is quite possible to do such a thing. And it will even give the basic requirements for carrying out such repairs. Then it will become clear that it’s enough to climb around in search of theory, it’s time to start practicing and repair or replace the clutch on a VAZ 2109 with your own hands. To do this, find two massive stumps, the height of which should be about 40 cm, as well as several bars. Of course, it’s scary that the car will fall during the repair process. Therefore, install two wheels nearby under the bottom for insurance.

Until the last moment, you can doubt whether it is possible to replace the clutch without completely removing the box, because you don’t want the massive gearbox to fall to the ground. But lifting it is problematic, since it is impossible to crawl under the car with it. First, disconnect the battery by de-energizing the system. So the whole story begins - start preparing the car for repairs, removing all unnecessary elements. Namely:

1. Twist the wheels and move them to the side so they don't get in the way.
2. Remove the tie rod ends to free up the struts.
3. Remove the two bolts that secure the ball joint.
4. Remove the engine protection.
5. Drain the oil from the box.
6. Loosen the nut on the rocker and remove it.
7. Remove all nuts from the bolts on the two pads.
8. Place a support or jack under the engine.
9. Disable the reverse sensor.
10. Disconnect the wires from the starter and remove it by unscrewing the three nuts.
11. Unscrew the nuts from the flywheel protection.
12. Remove the inner CV joint on the right side, do not touch the left one.
13. Unscrew the three bolts securing the gearbox to the block.
14. Unscrew the nut above the right CV joint.

How to adjust the clutch after replacement

After replacement, it is worth adjusting the operation of the mechanism. Here you will also need an assistant. The adjustment instructions look like this:

1. While installing the clutch cable, you may notice that the pedal rises. In this case, it is necessary to adjust its stroke by turning the lock nut and the adjusting nut. It should be 12-13 centimeters.
2. To set the exact value, you need to use a ruler. Place it perpendicular to the floor, and then lock the pedal pad to the desired value. It is best to give an assistant a ruler and adjust the locknut yourself.

It will be difficult to replace the clutch without the help of another person, so arrange in advance with someone who will do this work with you.

Replacing the clutch cable of VAZ 2113, 2114 and 2115

Another repair and restoration operation to restore the clutch’s functionality can be done with your own hands - replacing the cable. It is less labor intensive. Replacing the VAZ 2114 clutch cable is carried out in the following order:

• de-energizing the machine by removing the minus terminal;
• We begin dismantling with the cable fastening nuts; for this you will need a 17 mm wrench;
• Next, the cable must be removed from the fork and bracket;
• subsequent work is carried out from the interior, where it is necessary to remove the floor coverings and provide access to the mechanism;
• continue: unhook the cable eye from the pedal, here you will have to tinker with the locking bracket for a while;
• now the cable needs to be pushed out of the cabin and pulled out from under the hood;
• the old cable is removed from the housing and a new one is installed in its place;
• the housing is mounted in place, the remaining operations are performed in the reverse order;
• After completing installation, do not forget to adjust the cable tension.

You can watch the replacement of the VAZ 2114 clutch cable in the video.

Practice shows that for work you can use not only the original part (article 2109-1602210-10), but also analogues that are not inferior to it in quality. For example, Italian cable Adriauto 0101 or German spare parts TRW GCC 3123. Replacing this part takes about an hour.

Let's summarize

From the above, we can conclude that the operation of replacing the release bearing of a VAZ 2113-2115 is not as labor-intensive as it might seem at first glance. The most important thing is to follow the above instructions and master all the listed tools.

If you doubt your abilities, it is better to entrust the work to professionals. The price for replacing a release bearing for a VAZ 2113-2115 is from 2000 to 3500 rubles. The price for the work is the same as for replacing the entire clutch.

The process of replacing the release bearing of a VAZ 2113-2115 is clearly shown in these videos:

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Prevention of clutch failures

To prevent such breakdowns from occurring, you need to adjust the clutch in a timely manner, do not make frequent and sudden movements at the beginning of the movement, lower the pedal completely if you make high speeds, try to purchase high-quality spare parts.

In any passenger car, the most important element is the basket, also called the drive disk, which is installed on the internal combustion flywheel. One of the clutch elements is another part called the release bearing, with the help of which the amplifier is transferred from the fork installed to the petals of the basket. It is located inside the disk and is connected to the input shaft using splines.

Important! The replacement sequence is generally not complicated, and if you carefully review the instructions, any driver can do it. A replacement that occurs for the first time, it is better to do it with someone who already knows how to do it

With such an installation, the work will be accelerated and its correctness will be guaranteed.

It is better to carry out such work in places designated for this purpose, mainly garages with special pits and overpasses, or take them to a service station. Even if this opportunity is not provided, you can do it yourself by lifting the hood of the car with blocks of bricks or any other materials.

Gearbox Maintenance

To maintain normal operation of the gearbox, it is necessary to systematically monitor the oil level. The procedures should be performed on a cold box. The desired oil level indicator is located between two control marks marked on the indicator.

Using the dipstick you can determine how much fluid needs to be added. It is better to pour the substance in small doses through the hole closed with the dipstick.

The Kalina operating manual defines the filling volume of the box as 3.1 liters. But practical advice on how much to fill with transmission fluid differs slightly from the normative ones. It is more often said that a complete fluid change requires 3.3 liters.

For the Kalina gearbox, clear parameters have been defined according to which the planned replacement of the transmission substance is carried out. High-quality oil lasts 75,000 km or 5 years of vehicle operation. Depending on what comes first, the transmission substance is replaced.

Analogs

Clutch cable
In addition to the original part, you can find analogs that are recommended for installation on the VAZ-2114. So, what non-original parts can be found on the spare parts market:

1. Adriauto 0101 is an Italian manufacturer that offers high-quality clutch cables. The average cost is 1000 rubles.
2. ABS K22120 – part made in the Netherlands. High quality and not expensive. The average cost is 1200 rubles.
3. TRW GCC 3123 – German spare part. The company is known for its wide range of products for domestic cars, as well as the excellent quality of parts. The price will be 1500 rubles.

What does the price depend on?

The price range of clutches for the VAZ 2115 is very wide. This fact is confirmed by drivers who decided to start looking for spare parts. The price gap is explained by the fact that a number of factors are taken into account when forming them.

Affect the cost:

1. New details.
2. Originality.
3. Place of purchase.
4. Quality.
5. Product type.
6. Manufacturing organization.
7. The need to deliver goods to the customer’s address.

Signs of bearing failure

The release bearing comes into operation only when changing gears, the rest of the time it is at rest. Its malfunction makes it impossible to further move the car. Therefore, at the first sign of failure, the part should be replaced.

This part can deteriorate due to uneven loads on it: when the clutch is depressed, it moves back along with the driven disk. Therefore, manufacturers do not recommend holding the clutch pedal depressed when the gear is engaged, as this will increase wear and accelerate the failure of the part. The product is quite durable, reliable, and rarely fails; most often this happens on the cars of novice car enthusiasts.

Signs of a malfunction are the appearance of a knocking or crackling sound when the driver depresses the clutch pedal. This increases the free play of the pedal. The appearance of sound in the summer clearly indicates a breakdown; in winter it can be caused by a change in the size of the bearing cup when the air temperature drops.

Thanks to the large safety margin, even if a knock occurs, you can drive for a while to make sure that the part is faulty if the sound increases. Other signs are the appearance of a burning smell when the car slips, engine overheating, and increased fuel consumption.

Approximate prices

The cost of a new clutch for a VAZ 2115 varies from 2200 to 4200 rubles . An old spare part can be purchased for 1000-2000 rubles .

Prices largely depend on the manufacturing company. Below is the estimated cost of clutches from different companies:

• Finwhale - about 3000 rubles .
• LUK – 4000 rubles .
• PILENGA – from 2200 .
• KRAFTTECH – 2300-2800.
• AvtoVAZ – from 4100 .
• SACHS - about 3800 rubles .
• VALEO – 3200 rubles

If one clutch part fails, then it will be more profitable to replace only the broken element. For example, a pressure plate will cost about 260 rubles , a release clutch - 560 , a driven disk - 887 rubles .

Specifics

The release bearing is activated exclusively at those moments when the driver changes gears. At other times it remains unloaded.

A breakdown of the element in question in a VAZ, or even just significant wear, is the cause of failure of the entire clutch. Thus, it is not advisable to postpone the repair of the unit - the key part should be changed at the first opportunity.

The service life of the release bearing is exhausted relatively quickly, not so much because of the load as such, but because of its unevenness. That is why the manufacturer of the VAZ-2110 advises not to hold the clutch pedal in the lower position when the gear is engaged unless absolutely necessary.