How to replace the rear rack VAZ 2114: step by step instructions

Replacing the rear pillars of the VAZ-2114simply, this requires a minimal set of tools. Independently repair is done in a few hours. The main thing in this business is to select new elements correctly, and when installing follow the instructions.

In the event of a broken rack, the entire rear suspension will bework wrong. Vibration damping during the motion on an uneven surface will not occur, so it is necessary to replace the pillars and their elements. And it is necessary to change the shock absorbers in pairs.

How to choose

Необходимо знать, какие задние стойки поставить on the VAZ-2114. After all, each manufacturer has its own characteristics, and most importantly - the cost of the elements is quite high. On the rear suspension are mounted telescopic racks.

Желательно, конечно, приобретать элементы production of those plants that are official suppliers of the company "AvtoVAZ". Such details are inexpensive, have a long service life, and most importantly - they are less often forged. But you can choose other, better ones:

1. KYB - very good performance, there isseveral types of performance, it all depends on what driving style the driver. But the price of the racks is very high, besides, the market is filled with fakes due to its great popularity.
2. SS20 - has high quality, very good car performance when using these elements. Among the shortcomings can distinguish a different design support.
3. PLAZA — существует три модификации ("Комфорт", "Sport" and Supersport). Very good performance. Among the disadvantages can be identified low frost resistance, for this reason, the work of the racks will be ineffective in winter.

When to replace

If from the time of production of the car is notSince the rear pillars of the VAZ-2114 were replaced, then, most likely, they have already become unusable. A few signs that indicate that you need to change the rear rack:

1. During driving on holes, potholes, potholes, in the cabin there are deaf and strong blows to the suspension.
2. Bouncing when hitting small bumps. This suggests that shock absorbers are not working properly.
3. When hitting a bump with a car completelygood shock absorbers should instantly assume the default position. But if the shock absorbers have become unusable, the car body will fluctuate for some time.
4. There are leaks from the shock absorber. In serviceable racks VAZ-2114 this should not be.

These are the main signs that indicate that there are breakdowns in the vehicle's suspension. After a thorough diagnosis, you need to make a replacement.

How often need to change the rack

Resource rear shock depends onwhat conditions the car is used, how the driver got used to drive, and most importantly, on the quality of spare parts. Judging by the practice of operating cars, the rear struts have much more resource than the front ones.

But this does not mean that they can not comeinto disrepair. When operating the vehicle, it is necessary to timely troubleshoot, closely monitor the condition of the components, diagnose failures.

Repair depreciation racks

If the racks are broken, you can’t fix thembut with proper care to maximize the resource of new components is quite under force. Careful driving, detour pits and bumps, which, unfortunately, a lot on our roads, can increase the resource rear struts. Do not help a neat ride, if the selection of the rear legs was made incorrectly, or you have purchased a cheap fake.

It is necessary to pay attention to the fact that some speciesshock absorbers can be repaired using repair kits. They include rubber o-rings, valves, nuts, and glands. Be sure to do this when you need to replace the oil inside the shock absorber. This can increase the efficiency of the device.

Preparatory work

Only after you have decided on which racks you will install, you can begin to replace. Before you start the repair, you need to do the following:

1. Place the vehicle on a ramp or inspection pit. All work is desirable to produce exactly with such "amenities".
2. Place shoes under the front wheels that prevent the vehicle from moving.
3. Open the trunk.
4. Loosen the bolts of the rear wheels. Since it is necessary to replace the rack in pairs, you need to hang the entire back end.
5. Lift the left side with the help of a jack, and then install a reliable support under it, as which you can use several wooden bars.
6. Then you need to raise the right side and install support under it.

Be sure to remove the rear wheels completely.The suspension must be in an unloaded condition, otherwise it will be very difficult to repair. Do not install supports under the rear beam. This will cause the rack spring to be compressed.

Replacement

Further actions are the same when removing the left and right racks. For dismantling you will need:

1. In the luggage compartment, remove the plug from the hole in which the shock absorber rod mount is located.
2. Using the spanner "17" unscrewnut that holds the shock absorber rod. From turning it is necessary to hold the pieces with the key "on 8". You can also use a special tool.
3. Unscrew the lower bolt of the rear rack VAZ-2114, keeping it from turning.
4. Carefully remove the entire rack.

If necessary, replace the spring.Check its length under load, as well as the condition of the metal. If there are even the slightest cracks, be sure to purchase new springs and install them. To strengthen the body can be installed in the luggage compartment strut rear struts VAZ-2114. It will reduce roll when cornering, improve vehicle stability.

New shock absorbers are mounted in reverse order.First, they put a spring, pillows, bump, rubber boot. Try not to use old-style anthers made of hard plastic. They collapse very quickly. All bolts and nuts need to be put only new. If you purchase the rear rack assembly VAZ-2114, then the bolts and nuts in the kit will not be, so you need to buy them separately. On the nuts must be plastic bushings that will fix the threaded connection as securely as possible.