The shock absorber strut of the front suspension of a Lada Granta car consists of several elements. It should be disassembled in the case when it is necessary to replace one of the elements of the rack - either a shock absorber (cartridge), or a spring, an upper support, anther.
Below is a schematic diagram of all the components and elements of the front suspension strut.
Designations in the figure: 1-Shock absorber strut (chuck and glass assembly); 2-barrel spring; 3-nut of the rack rod; 4-limiting washer of the upper support; 5-upper rack support; 6-top support bearing and spring cup; 7-bottom spring gasket; 8-chipper (compression stroke buffer); 9-limiter of the compression stroke of the upper support; 10-protective shock absorber cover.
Usually the repair of the front shock absorber in garage conditions does not lead to good result. In this regard, we will not consider the repair of the strut shock absorber itself. If it fails, replace it with a new one.
In order to disassemble this front suspension assembly, you will need tools (for compressing the spring) and a set of tools (keys "14", "22", hex key "6").
How to disassemble the rack on the Lada Granta
So, to disassemble the rack, follow all the steps below with illustrations. Work sequence| 6. | Now you can remove the upper shock absorber support. |  |
Checking the components and elements of the shock absorber strut
Check the body and shock absorber of the strut for cracks, damage. In case of detection of the latter, replace the rack. It is forbidden to carry out any repair welding work on it, as this may greatly affect further performance.Install shock absorber strut in a vertical position and try several times, as shown in the photo, to lower and raise the stem of the rack from stop to stop.
The rod should move without noticeable dips or jumps, without jamming and without knocking. There should also be no signs of shock absorber oil leaking from the strut. If there are any of the above defects, the rack should be replaced.
Then inspect the compression stroke buffer and protective boot.
The parts must not be cracked or damaged, otherwise replace them.
Also inspect the top mount and shock strut bearing.
The bearing must not have axial play in the support housing, and there must be no grease leakage from under the protective rings. Check its rotation, it should be free of jams. Replace doubtful bearing with support.
The same goes for the strut springs. Inspect it for cracks, deformations. Replace it if necessary. 
It is also worth checking the threads on the bolts and nuts and replacing them with new ones as needed.
Assembly of a rack is made in an order, the return to dismantling.
The front struts on Lada Grant cars can easily move more than 100 thousand kilometers without any signs of wear. But there are also exceptions to the rule. Usually the first symptoms of failure can be considered:
- leaky shock absorber
- Breakdowns and knocks when driving on uneven surfaces
If you see traces of oil on the rack, then this indicates that it needs to be changed. If the rack is collapsible, then replace the cartridge, which will be a little cheaper than buying the rack assembly.
Also, if there are knocks when passing speed bumps, holes or potholes on the road, check the operation of the rack. In the case when there are visible defects in its operation, it is necessary to replace it. To do this, you need the following tool.
- Spring ties
- Jack
- balloon wrench
- Penetrating lubricant
- Key for 13, 22, 19 and 17 mm
- 9 mm wrench to hold the rack rod (or a special tool)
- Pliers
- Hammer mount
The procedure for removing the module of the front pillar assembly on the Lada Granta
So, the first step is to open the hood of the car and at the moment when the car is still on wheels, loosen the nut securing the upper support. At this point, it is necessary to keep the stem from turning with a 9 mm key.
Disengage the brake hose and then apply penetrating lubricant to all threaded connections that need to be unscrewed.
Using pliers, unbend and pull the cotter pin from the steering tip pin. Unscrew the nut with a 19 mm wrench, as shown clearly in the picture below.
Using a special puller, or using a hammer and pry bar, release the pin from the pivot arm of the rack.
After that, using the heads and knobs, unscrew the two nuts securing the rack to knuckle front suspension Grants.
Of course, with reverse side you will need to keep the bolts from turning.
If the bolts have not been unscrewed for a long time, then it will not be so easy to knock them out. But with a sufficiently strong effort, as well as the presence of a breakdown and a hammer, all this will succeed.
After that, we remove the rack from below from the engagement, as shown in the photo below.
And now it remains to unscrew the three nuts securing the strut support to the body glass.
Now, without any problems, you can pull out the entire module assembly, since nothing else holds it.
Disassembly of the module: replacement of the rack, spring, support and thrust bearing Grants
In order to disassemble the A-pillar module on the Grant, its springs must be pulled together with special ties. This process is clearly visible below.
When the spring is tight enough, you can unscrew the top nut to the end.
The support is now removed. In the photo below, she was shot without a bearing, but it is better to shoot complete with a bearing.
In this example, the entire Grants front suspension has been changed to SS20.
Of course, after the complete installation of new modules on the car, it will be necessary to contact the service station to set the front wheel alignment angles. The price of new springs is from 1,000 rubles per unit (factory), the rack is from 2,000 rubles (DAAZ - factory.), A support with a bearing (500 rubles apiece).
The selection of high-quality parts for car maintenance and repair is an important task for every motorist. In order for the restoration of the car to be of high quality and durable, it is better to use the most interesting options for parts with a sufficiently high quality. It is worth remembering that the reliability of spare parts depends on their service life, as well as the quality of operation. Unfortunately, the cost of parts also depends heavily on this factor. Today we will talk about the racks that are best used on the Lada Grant. Given the fact that factory suspension elements fail for a maximum of 50,000 kilometers, you have to look for something more interesting and non-standard. You can buy factory solutions again only under warranty, when you will be given a free replacement and will not take money directly for the racks.
Today you can buy shock absorber bushings from any manufacturer, including some of the most amazing brands from around the world. In this case, it is not necessary to change the rack assembly; you can make a constructor by placing an insert of a specific selected type. This will completely change the behavior of the car. The stock shock absorbers on the Grant are simply amazing - they behave exactly as the Lada 2110 drove back in 1998. There were no special changes in the suspension. At least with regard to the racks and the comfort of using the car. There are different brands and specific recommendations for rack types. Let's take a closer look at each aspect of purchasing new suspension parts. This will help you better serve the car and get the necessary features of the operation of transport.
Oil or gas-oil - the first question to be decided
If you take inexpensive racks that are made in Russia or China, then in fact there are no differences between oil and gas-oil. But when buying products of a great brand, you can notice a very tangible difference. In particular, gas-oil will be a very tough sports decision. Oil shock absorbers offer customers a number of specific advantages that will be important in the operation of vehicles:
- rather high ride comfort, which can be called a significant progress for Lada Granta, overcoming most of the pits without tangible effects in the car;
- low level of penetration, that is, you will not catch unpleasant sounds when the rack shows its long free play, no risk of breakage;
- a rather long stroke of the rod, it is possible to hang the wheels almost like an SUV, this helps on large bumps and a dirt road;
- your Lada Granta will not only become softer, but will also be able to transmit information about the road more energy-intensive, there are no annoying data, only the necessary details;
- the cost of oil shock absorbers is often somewhat lower than gas-oil ones, so they are bought by the vast majority of owners of domestic cars.
Of course, it all depends on the brand. You can buy an excellent Japanese version of the insert and get just lovely operating opportunities. There is an option to purchase a cheap Chinese rack and be completely disappointed in its operation. But for now, let's limit ourselves to making a decision on the type of shock absorber. It can be soft oil or sports gas oil type.
The manufacturer is one of the most difficult questions for the buyer
Buying unusual expensive shock absorbers is now becoming a necessity. In the face of very tough competition and the global crisis in automotive market cheap companies are starting to produce spare parts worse and worse. Therefore, the products of some corporations have long ceased to be trustworthy and of high quality. It is worth highlighting the following brands as ideal solution for Lada Granta when buying racks:
- KYB - you can combine liners separately with a stock rack and you get an almost complete Kayaba, shock absorbers are very durable and of high quality;
- Asomi is a fairly affordable brand, but much better than Chinese solutions, a perfectly acceptable solution if you choose an expensive series like Comfort PRO;
- SS20 - the company makes special racks for Grants, so they fit perfectly, quite adequate quality, but a lot of fakes and a number of shortcomings in movement;
- Demfi - not so durable, but quite affordable racks, which are also ideal for Lada Granta, quite high-quality performance, but you need a choice;
- Plaza is one of the cheapest options of more or less decent quality, but only some kits from the manufacturer please with reliability and endurance.
So there are not many chances to choose from brands. Of course, you can try Monroe racks or buy some racing solutions from France and Germany. But it will be too expensive. As well as Kayaba, but this solution is classic, and it fits just perfectly for Lada Granta. If you have enough money for Japanese manufacturer, buy exactly his offers for your car.
Springs and strut supports Lada Granta - choose the best
Springs are better to put native. No manufacturer offers the same accuracy as VAZ in this case. There is only one reason for this - no one wants a spring manufacturer specifically for Grants, to do it efficiently and cheaply. Therefore, you have to give preference to stock solutions. As for the upper and ball bearings of the Lada Granta struts, you should pay attention to the following features:
- the upper supports of the front struts are most often installed by the Russian SS20, there are options for using more expensive solutions, but this purchase takes a long time;
- but it’s not easy to find the rear upper supports for shock absorbers, Asomi will help you here, but it’s better to contact the officials and buy what was originally in your car;
- VAZ ball joints are worthless and go for 20-30 thousand, so it’s better to buy Belmag or Forward, which are made in Russia and cost very affordable money;
- you can also pick up ball joints of the German Kraft type, but here you should beware of fakes, so always choose parts for price and quality with the master;
- any little things, such as fasteners, bolts, nuts and washers, it is better to buy factory ones, otherwise you may simply not assemble the car properly after disassembly.
There is an opinion that factory parts are always better than analog ones. But in the case of Lada Granta, this is not at all the case. Sometimes you can find quite adequate parts that fit the Granta from German and Japanese brands. And then it turns out to buy really wonderful additions and parts that last for years. However, any part has its own service life, and this must also be remembered.
Replacing racks and supports Lada Granta - a few important features
If rear suspension more or less understandable, there are always more mysteries in the front. It is the front struts and supports that most often fail. Unless you are constantly pulling a trailer or towing negligent friends. The load on the front of the car is always increased, so you often have to work with the front suspension parts. On Grant, changing the front struts is not so simple:
- first you need to completely remove the rack and disassemble the lower parts of the chassis for subsequent installation on a new mechanism for dampening road irregularities;
- if the rack is assembled new, then there will be much less problems, you just need to install a new one in place of the old mechanism and assemble in the reverse order;
- if only the liner changes, it is worth completely disassembling the rack, removing the spring and removing the shock absorber, checking the degree of wear of all parts and the need to replace them;
- next, replace the strut liner, carry out technical checks right at the assembly site and assemble the shock absorber in its original position;
- this will be followed by installing the rack in place, assembling and rough diagnostics of all the nodes that you repaired, this will give complete confidence in the quality of work.
You need to get tools such as a set of keys and heads, a spring puller, a pry bar, pliers, screwdrivers and other handy tools. Otherwise, you will not be able to completely disassemble the part and carry out its normal restoration. Of course, there are certain difficulties in completing this process, so it’s better to take your Lada Granta to the service and complete all the work in a little over an hour. We offer you to look at the video of the process of replacing the rack on front-wheel drive VAZ cars:
Summing up
There are a number of features operation Lada Granta by Russian roads. For some reason domestic car not very suitable for our roads, it crashes and fails just instantly. Sometimes you come across a car with a good assembly, which does not show any character for 100,000 kilometers. But in most cases, Garnet justifies the title of the cheapest car in the Lada line. And when it comes to racks, the manufacturer saves a lot on these elements. The installation of low-quality suspension elements leads to the fact that more and more people, after buying Grants, repair it under warranty.
However, sometimes it is better to withdraw from the warranty and put in normal racks, supports and other parts. In this case, you will ensure the normal service of the suspension of your car and will be able to establish the normal operation of each node. It will take a certain budget, but it will be able to provide you with comfortable movement without any difficulties and problems. Of course, even the highest quality rack will eventually fail. But it can go far beyond 100 thousand kilometers. What brands of spare parts do you choose to repair the suspension of your Lada Granta car?
When choosing shock absorbers for a Lada Grant (VAZ 2190), you should be aware that the front struts of this car will differ depending on engine power (although all with a 1.6 liter engine) and body type, as well as different numbers on the right and left side. While everything is much simpler with rear shock absorbers, all modifications are the same. To make it easier for yourself to find the necessary shock absorber, use the tables of original numbers and their analogues.
Front shock absorbers for Grant
For everyone Granta cars stock oil shock absorbers manufactured at the SAAZ plant (Skopinsk Auto-Aggregate Plant) are installed. original number front suspension struts for Grants can have three options, since cars come in different years of production, and are installed depending on the modification of the body and engine power. This information is displayed in the table.
It should be mentioned that for lovers of aggressive driving style by car LADA Granta Sport and LADA Kalina Sport 2, gas-filled (gas-oil) shock absorbers of the Sport series from the Asomi company with a shortened rod stroke were produced from the factory (art. A190291500440).
Main technical dimensions front shock absorbers for Lada Grant are shown in the table:
| Dimensions of front shock absorbers for Lada Granta | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Rod diameter, mm | Case diameter, mm | Stroke, mm | Rack pipe height, mm |
| 22 | 52 | 171 | 343 |
The same depreciation front struts as on Granta are installed on LADA Kalina 2 (VAZ 2194, 2192).
Analogues of front shock absorbers VAZ 2190 and 2191
Many car owners prefer foreign analogues, which are superior in quality and more attractive in price. But even here, not everything is so simple - when going to the car market, you should beware of Chinese fakes, both domestic and foreign spare parts.
The most popular suspension struts among motorists are shown in the table:
Pilenga SHP27910
Rear shock absorbers for Lada Granta
The manufacturer of all original rear pillars is the same as that of the front ones. Therefore, they are also similar in characteristics. When choosing a shock absorber for rear rack Lada Granta should be borne in mind that they are symmetrical and fit both left and right, and do not differ from which engine modification is installed on the car.
Below is all the information in tabular form about the main parameters of shock absorbers:
The rear shock absorbers of Lada Granta are suitable for Lada Kalina (VAZ 2194, 2192) and Priora (VAZ 2171, 2172, 2170).
Analogues of rear shock absorbers for VAZ 2190 and 2191
The original rear ones are also a little more expensive than average price for substitutes. Because of what analogues are also in high demand. The best option there will be a purchase of rear suspension struts in a package from the manufacturer SAAZ (red box), and not the standard VAZ (blue), which is true, analogues offer substitutes with a little the best performance stiffness and duration of string service.
What shock absorbers for Lada Granta to choose? Many foreign analogues on the Lada Granta - VAZ 2190/2191 are superior to regular racks in a number of indicators, such as: rigidity, noise level, anti-corrosion coating, the presence of reinforced mounting of silent blocks. But not all racks have such characteristics, especially when it comes to a Chinese fake.
The most popular rack manufacturer among grantees is SS20. The company specializes in the production of racks specifically for Lada cars, including Grants. Therefore, there are no problems with installation, plus their price and quality are more acceptable, for those rare cases when there are design flaws.
Of course, you can try to buy Monroe or other spare parts made in Germany or France. But that would be too expensive.
When to change racks Lada Grant?
The service life of the shock absorber strut depends on the operating conditions of the car, the condition of the roads, the style of driving the car. To find out the remaining life of the rack, which is coming to an end, you need to use diagnostics using a special stand.
There is a simpler way: if the car began to hold the road poorly and is no longer as stable as before, there was a knock or drips on the racks - it's time to replace it. The approximate service life of stock shock absorbers is 60-100 thousand km. run.
The design of the front pillars of the car Lada Granta is telescopic, which allows you to replace a failed specific element. To do this, you only need to disassemble the rack into separate parts. For a detailed consideration of this operation, it will be necessary to pay attention to the manipulations with one of the racks, since the second one is repaired in an absolutely similar way. The best help in the work will be hanging the car with a lift compared to lifting with a conventional jack. In the latter case, place the LADA Granta car on a flat surface. You also need to know which racks are best to put.
Preparatory procedures
Many car owners are interested in which racks are best to put, as well as how to do everything right. Before you repair the front struts, you will need:
- stoporim LADA car Granta with the help of the handbrake and under the wheels of the stern we put wheel chocks.
- Under the hood we find a shock absorber rod, into the hexagonal recess of which, located at the end, we insert the key of the corresponding profile.
- Using the second key, loosen the tightening torque of the nut that secures the suspension element to the body. In the meantime, we hold the rod with a hex wrench from the desire to turn in collaboration with the nut.
- We “dive” into the LADA Granta wheel arch and find the bracket that holds the brake hose on the rack body.
- We unscrew the specified fastener, removing the hose itself from the retaining bracket. This will give you room to loosen the bottom of the shock strut. You will have to work in tandem with the key "17" size.
It is worth daring to replace the struts in cases where the fact of a leak of the working fluid from the shock absorber is detected, as well as if there is a knock, deformation of the rod or destruction of the silent block.
You should remember the rule that implies the replacement of racks in a complex on one axle, even if the second shock-absorbing element is serviceable.
What tools to choose?
- Hex profile key, the size of which is "6".
- Ordinary (can be socket) keys, the sizes of which are as follows: "13", "17", "19" and "22".
How to remove the spring and shock absorber on the Grant?
- If the equipment of the car implies the presence ABS systems, then before starting the repair process with shock absorbers and springs, it is imperative to dismantle the sensor of this safety assembly.
- Now you can detach tie rod. This manipulation involves the simultaneous disconnection of the tip of the steering mechanism from the pivot arm located on the damping element.
- To prevent a large error in the installation angles of both wheels of the Lada Grant, it is necessary to note the location of the upper bolt with a washer before dismantling, with which the suspension element is attached to the pivot pin with its bracket. An ordinary marker is perfect for this. Such a simple action will allow you to safely get to the service, in order to subsequently correct the collapse and convergence. And on the move, the car will not so clearly strive to go to the side.
- We unscrew the bolts fixing the rack and knuckle. First, we release the upper bolt paired with the eccentric washer, and then remove the lower fastener. Now it's time to detach the rack from the trunnion. We proudly do this.
- We return under the hood. We find three points (nuts). This is the attachment point of the damping element to the side member body cup. Unscrewing the nuts produces evenly (in turn, but by a small amount). This will avoid tilting the rack. The shock-absorbing element itself is supported from the inside of the wheel arch, so as not to cause it to fall. The whole event is implemented through the key to "13".
- Having made a victory over the nuts, we solemnly remove the rack.
- We use screeds for spring elements. The process of clamping with a coil of these devices is performed until the moment of spring release from the thrust between the rack and support cups.
- After making sure that the spring is free, with the key to “22” we unscrew the central nut of the stem.
- Now let's start disassembling the rack. We dismantle the support with its bearing, remove the upper metal cup and the damping element. All that's left is the boot and the spring itself.
- Inspect all parts for signs of wear or damage.
Subtleties when installing the suspension element
- We begin to assemble the suspension element according to the reverse dismantling process algorithm.
- Before direct installation, we recommend checking the shock absorber. To do this, you need to press the rod all the way and follow its behavior. If the pressing force is high, and the stem subsequently slowly (without delay) returns to the extended position.
This indicates the health of the element. - A special mark, which the manufacturer has kindly put on the surface of the product, will help to correctly install the front struts. The direction of the label should be guided along the course of the Lada Grant car.
- Having reached the correct location of the marks, feel free to assemble the depreciation unit, observing the well-known sequence of actions.
Summarize
Now you know which racks are best to put. Replacing the shock absorber, as well as disassembling it in order to change specific parts, did not turn out to be an intricate procedure. This work is within the power of the ordinary owner of the Lada Grant, who has the desire and the tool. Upon completion of the repair activities, do not forget to check and adjust the wheel alignment.
Before proceeding with the direct assembly, make sure that all marks are completely aligned with each other. Also, be sure to check the angles at which the front wheels of the Lada Grant are installed. If you are sure of a problem, perform a wheel alignment for more reliable operation of the car.