How to make the VAZ 2114 gearshift knob stop dangling?

Where does the vibration come from?

In this article we will popularly understand where the legs “grow” from and what to do. As expected, this is a mistake by the VAZ design bureau, sometimes it is the result of “tuning”, but we will consider all the reasons in detail, as well as methods for solving the problem.

Possible options:

1. When moving, the bushing connecting the lever and the rod first begins to rub and then hit the edge of the rod. This vibration creates this sound. This is a pure engineering miscalculation, the length of the sleeve is worked out incorrectly, its length is longer than necessary and it is this extra edge that catches.
2. Replacing the lever with a Kalinovsky one, here the rattling comes along with the positive effects of the replacement. Due to the imperfection of the design, Kalina's driveshaft produces vibration, which is subsequently transmitted to all structural elements. The vibration and sound remain even without the lever.
3. The retaining spring is broken; the first symptom is that the VAZ 2114 gearbox lever dangles freely in neutral gear, absolutely not fixed in the position between third and fourth. If the problem suddenly appears, then the spring is to blame, and only repairing the gearbox will help here, otherwise the remains of the spring will break the entire box, then it will be really expensive.
4. Sometimes this occurs due to general wear and tear of the car's shock absorbing parts, gearbox mounts and engine.

Car owners put off the problem until forever “later”, due to lack of time and money, but it’s worth knowing that the repair procedure is inexpensive, done with your own hands, and costs very little

The need for balancing

Neither tires nor wheels are perfect in terms of geometry and composition. So, due to different masses in different parts of the wheel, those places where the weight is greater will pull the wheel axle towards themselves. At high speeds, the force will be transmitted to the rods, then to the steering wheel.

It is very important to perform balancing from time to time. Especially after changing tires or wheels. Using this procedure, you can equalize the masses of the wheels at each point. Driving a vehicle with unbalanced wheels can cause rapid wear on the chassis and suspension, a problem that is more difficult to correct.

Is it worth fixing the problem?

Many people don’t even try to fix the gearshift lever of a VAZ 2114, but this task is completely solvable, it doesn’t require skills, and the undeniable advantages are worth an hour of time. The difference is so noticeable that if a breakdown has been present in your life for a long time, you will constantly remember that there is not enough noise.

The main thing to remember is that a machine is like a person, what “cured” one is not the fact that it will help the other, and don’t get upset.

The repair will take very little time, you can get away with a small sum, and in return you will receive a number of huge advantages, such as:

• the unpleasant sounds accompanying the increase in speed will disappear;
• the gearshift lever will be fixed;
• switching will become smooth;
• At idle, the lever will stop “dancing the lambada” under your hand.

Let's get started

The most common factor influencing the “inadequate” behavior of the gearshift lever in the VAZ 2114 is the first reason described above. Therefore, this is where we should start solving the problem. To do this, you will need the following tools: electrical tape, sandpaper (grinder), ruler, 13mm wrench and lubricant.

Actions are performed in the following order:

1. Remove the handle cover.
2. Unscrew the nut and remove the handle and rod.
3. We take out the bushing.
4. We remove the plastic bushings and clean the metal bushings from dirt.
5. We measure 2-3mm from the edges with a ruler, draw a line, glue electrical tape under the line for convenience, cut off the excess with a grinder (you can use sandpaper, but this will be a serious test).
6. We put everything in place, lubricate it if necessary, don’t forget to tighten the nut, and put on the casing.
7. Enjoying the silence.

There is a second way. It's a little more complicated. Washers are cut out of the plastic cover, or special rubber (plastic) nuts are purchased. You need to screw them on both sides of the drawstring, then you may not have to grind it down (although usually you still have to). The method is designed to reduce rattling by dampening vibration with rubber or plastic.

Disassembly

In order for the vibration of the VAZ 2114 gearbox handle to cease to exist, you need to have a couple of tools in reserve:

• Socket wrenches 13 and 10
• New drawstring cover
• Overpass or pit in the garage
• A smart friend who will help you tune the stick
• You can stock up on thread locker, but you can do without it (this thing is attached to the side of the box itself).

It will take a little time, about half an hour to eliminate troubles and the same amount to adjust.

First way

Progress of the adjustment process:

• Sketch, remember, remove or measure, but make sure that after installation everything is in its place: namely, at a certain distance from the passenger and the console.
• Now you can crawl under the car and begin to unscrew the fasteners for inserting the bushing into the lever tube (also called the rocker) using a 13-socket, and remove the lever.

Backstage VAZ 2114

• Then, remove the cover from the cross. Be prepared for oil to pour out. You can put the container in advance if you really feel sorry for him. Then pour it back. Well, unscrew its fasteners to remove it.

Drawstring without cover for VAZ 2114

• That's it, now we need to install a new clamp - this is the bolt that secures the cross. You can, of course, clean and tighten the old one, but it is not so expensive that you need to save on it. And new things always inspire greater confidence in the future.

We will put the actions in the opposite direction with some deviations:

1. After putting the stick in place, inserting the bolt and tightening it, putting the cover in place, you need to engage 4th gear. This will drive the bushing into place - into the rocker (lever).
2. Then, put it in neutral. This is where a friend comes in handy: he places it, and you tighten the fasteners. At this moment, you can adjust the position of the stick, move it in the desired direction under you.
3. Well, then try the result. If you are not satisfied with how the gear knob is positioned on the VAZ 2114, you need to bring the adjustment to fruition.

Second way

The second reason for the rattling is the bushing, which is located on the lever itself. In order to get rid of this nasty sound you just need:

1. Open-end or socket wrench 13
2. New bushing
3. And a little patience

The process itself will also take no more than half an hour. The work itself will have to be carried out in the interior of your car. The action plan is:

• To get to the bushing, you need to remove the skin from the gear knob.

Gearbox lever VAZ 2114

• Using the wrench you have, unscrew the nut and pull out the bolt.

Let's sum it up

Vibration after “Kalinovsky tuning” is inevitable, and all artisanal methods are ineffective. As for replacing vibration-damping elements, a repair kit will help, which is initially better to buy for the slide. If its installation does not help, then it’s worth purchasing new pillows. Another option is to install an additional locking spring directly on the lever. The solution is good if the problem is not a broken spring in the gearbox, otherwise the time to buy a new gearbox is just a matter of your luck.

Published June 18, 2017

Owners of domestic car brands experience problems with the lever when changing gears. If the box handle “does not obey,” then most likely we are talking about a broken linkage. It is best to take the car to a car service center, but you can fix the part yourself. Below we will tell you what adjusting the VAZ 2114 rocker is and how to do it, and also describes the types of rockers and the process of replacing the oil seal and cardan.

Main causes of malfunction

The gear lever can rattle for a variety of reasons. For example, very often it appears due to the fact that car assemblers install a backlash-free gearbox lever from the Lada Kalina. There is absolutely no backlash in it, and all the vibration from the box goes directly to the car's gearshift lever.

Gearbox VAZ 2110

Another reason that leads to the gearbox lever dangling and rattling may be the abrasion and loss of their shock-absorbing properties of the gearbox and motor pads, as well as other parts that serve to dampen vibrations of the gearbox and motor.

Also, the gear shift lever rattles and dangles because the designers did not foresee that when moving, the metal sleeve that connects the rod and the handle is in contact with the edges of the rod, as a result of which an unpleasant rattling sound appears.

Sometimes vibrations appear due to the fact that the dimensions of the bushing itself are incorrectly calculated.

Varieties of backstage

There are many models and designs. Each of them is characterized by its own characteristics. They are usually classified into two main types:

• long stroke;
• short-stroke.

Long-stroke scenes are often called standard. They were used in the production of cars of the domestic VAZ brand (starting from 2109, etc.). Short-stroke rockers are typical for Kalina cars. They are similar in design to long-stroke ones.

Attention! The main difference between long-stroke and short-stroke is size. It is due to this that it is more convenient to change gears to second.

Backstage adjustment

1. Loosening the nut located on the clamp;
2. Adjusting the position of the lever (at this stage you need to place it in the reverse position, and then tighten the nut on the clamp;
3. Checking the gear engagement (here you need to carefully monitor the position - if the left side prevails when engaging reverse gear, then you need to smoothly move the cardan counterclockwise; if, on the contrary, the speed has “gone” to the right, then you need to turn it clockwise).

The correctness of the result of the adjustment process can be easily verified. To do this, you just need to install the lever in the middle. If everything was done correctly, the neutral gear will engage.

Advice! Watch the position of the lever itself. When installed correctly, the part will move freely. If it still interferes with the passenger or driver’s seat, then re-adjustment is required.

Replacing the universal joint

1. Working with the clamp (on the drive rod it must be released and then pulled off the rod);
2. Knocking down the cardan (before this, you need to remove the boot; you can knock down the part with gentle blows of a hammer);
3. step 3 - installation of a new part (the procedure is performed in the reverse order: putting on the boot, fixing the cardan, putting the drive on the rod; the clamp is not tightened).

Next you need to adjust the system. As a result of self-replacement of parts or simply over time, the rocker may become loose. Fixing this problem is quite simple. Watch the video on how to tighten the slide on a VAZ 2114:

The gearbox is an important link between the car's power unit and its wheels; with its help, the nature of the torque changes. This happens due to a change in the gear ratio between the gears in the unit housing. In most cases, the driver himself decides when which gear should be engaged, that is, he mechanically changes the position of the lever and thereby changes the position of the driven gear relative to the drive gear. Let's figure out why the gearshift knob rattles on front-wheel drive cars such as the VAZ 2114 and similar 13 and 15 models of this family.

Manual transmission lever

First, we need to understand why this happens, where the vibration comes from, and why it’s actually not that bad on this particular car. To do this, we need to remember which drive is here and how the engine and gearbox are located. The car is front-wheel drive, so the gearbox is located perpendicular to the direction of travel, that is, the lever in the cabin does not fit directly into the box; a rocker is used. In the classic series with rear-wheel drive, the lever is directly inserted into the box, and if it starts to rattle there, then this is a sure sign of problems with it.

The VAZ 2114 gear knob works differently and has a special rod system so that the driver can change gears comfortably. The reasons for the rattling of the gearshift knob lie in the banal little shortcomings of the engineers who developed this mechanism:

• Incorrect connection sleeve size;
• Lack of gasket;
• The parts simply didn't fit together.

All these problems are revealed by the very small metal bushing that connects the rods to each other directly under the lever. In one case, vibration of the gearshift lever begins due to the fact that it was inserted incorrectly, leaving a gap. Or maybe the bushing was initially chosen a little smaller than what was needed, and it was not inserted tightly. In addition, then it was decided to simply wrap the bushing with a rubber gasket to avoid the appearance of a gap.

It is precisely because of the constant impacts of metal on metal that that same unpleasant iron grinding and rattling of the lever appears.

Self-repair begins with the fact that you need to figure out how to remove the gearshift knob on a VAZ 2114 . This is usually done simply and the owners of similar 15 and 13 models should do the same, if, of course, they have similar problems. So, the algorithm of actions looks like this:

1. First you need to remove all the armrests and bathtubs that drivers like to furnish the space between the seats with. This must be done so as not to spoil them in the process of self-repair.
2. Next, you need to carefully remove the casing from the lever, since it can simply be torn, but it still costs money, and it adds significant aesthetics.
3. Now you need to find a bolt and nut under the lever, the latter is usually unscrewed with a regular open-end wrench 13, so there should be no problems with this, you just need to have the appropriate wrench. After unscrewing, take the bolt out, it is also advisable not to drop the nut.
4. That's it, the lever, together with the very bushing that causes the VAZ 2114 gearbox lever to rattle, remains in our hands.

Now you need to carefully inspect the bushing externally, after all, it is precisely because of it that the gearbox lever 2115 rattles. If there is any external damage that is too obvious and signs of wear, then you may have to look for a new part so that you do not have to repeat these manipulations in the future . Now let’s figure out what operations need to be carried out in order to understand how to adjust the rocker on a VAZ 2114:

1. We remove the outer plastic braid of the bushing to free its iron body.
2. Now we need to see if there are any signs of friction on it. Their presence will indicate that the size is incorrect. They will be especially pronounced if the sleeve is slightly longer than necessary. If this is confirmed, then these extra millimeters are the reasons why the VAZ 2115 gearbox lever rattles. In this case, you need to try on how much excess is in the hole and simply grind it off with a file, usually there are only 1-2 millimeters there.
3. Now you need to select some kind of gasket according to the shape of the part, or simply wrap it with electrical tape so that it fits into place more tightly and then does not move.

So it became clear how to eliminate the rattling of the VAZ 2114 gearbox lever and why this generally happens. After our simple manipulations, the vibration should completely disappear, now the lever will always be in a calm state.

The described methods do not require any special knowledge and can be performed by an ordinary person in his garage with a minimum set of suitable tools.

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Removing the gearshift lever

Before you begin dismantling the handle, you need to carefully examine the entire space next to it and understand how it comes apart. There is nothing complicated about this, the main thing is to follow our instructions exactly:

1. If there are additional armrests and other elements installed independently, we dismantle them so as not to damage them during the work.

Carefully remove the casing (plastic or leather - approx.) so as not to tear or break it.

Dismantling should be carried out carefully so as not to break anything.

If the lever does not budge, you can treat the surface with WD-40.

The old bushing is marked with a red marker.

Vibration Elimination Process

After you have the bushing with the lever in your hands, carefully inspect it visually for visible damage and signs of wear. Because if they are available, you may have to buy the same spare element, so that a little later you won’t have to do the work of dismantling, repairing and adjusting it.

The new bushing looks much better

The procedure for repair work with the bushing

1. First of all, we dismantle the plastic cover on the bushing in such a way as to free its metal base.

Disassembled gear lever bushing

We went to the store and measured the new bushing there and compared it with ours!

Varieties of backstage

Despite the different design models, only two types can be distinguished:

1. Long-stroke (standard, previously installed on cars of model 2109 and similar).
2. Short-wheel drive (installed on Kalina cars).

Structurally they are very similar, only different in size. The advantage of short-throw ones is that with their help, gears are engaged easier and faster.

True, many myths have formed around the gear shift: some claim that the dynamic characteristics of the car are significantly improved. This is all wrong; there is no connection between the dynamics of the car and the view of the backstage. But still, the short-stroke one has advantages over the standard one.

Why change the backstage

There are situations when it is necessary to intervene in the gear shift mechanism due to the failure of a component. But there are cases when an extreme measure is required - replacing the VAZ-2109, 2114 rocker.

In these cases, replacement is required:

1. An oil leak appeared due to damage to the oil seal. Only the oil seal can be replaced.
2. Complete failure of the scenes.
3. You have realized the advantages of a short-stroke design and you have the funds for this kind of tuning.

Symptoms of gear shift mechanism failure:

1. Increased gearshift lever play. Please note that this behavior may also be caused by a loose cardan. Sometimes the bolt securing it gets screwed out, so to reduce the backlash it is enough to tighten it, and first apply a drop of thread locker.
2. Difficult to shift into gear. Sometimes extraneous sounds are heard.
3. Gear shifting is not possible.
4. Inconsistency between the position of the lever and the selected speed. For example, the back one disappears, and the first one is in its place.

If a slight play appears, it is advisable to carry out diagnostics and identify the breakdown of the unit. Make repairs immediately, otherwise one or more speeds will disappear at the most inopportune moment.

If you detect an oil leak from the gearbox, carefully inspect the crankcase. The leak will reveal itself. Lubricant usually leaks out through the CV joint seals and rocker panels.

In the latter case, to replace you will need to perform a number of actions:

1. Purchase a new gearbox seal for VAZ-2109, 2114. Its price is about 100 -200 rubles.
2. Drain the oil completely from the gearbox by unscrewing the plug from the bottom using the key “17”. If necessary, you can replace the lubricant later. It is recommended to pull out the upper dipstick to facilitate oil drainage.
3. Disconnect the cardan from the rocker arm.
4. Remove the boot, use a 10mm wrench to unscrew the bolt securing it to the gearbox rod.
5. Using an awl or a thin screwdriver, remove the old oil seal. Inspect it for damage.
6. Install the new oil seal using a pipe or large washer to press in.

After replacement, install the boot. Assess the condition of the cardan: if it has too much play, it will need replacement. After carrying out all the work, be sure to check that the speeds are turned on correctly.

In most cases, it is not the rocker itself that fails, but the cardan. Due to its displacement, even a small one, a failure occurs in the gear shift mechanism.

Standard VAZ-2109,2114 scenes are rarely installed during repairs; similar parts from Lada Kalina are used. The replacement looks like this:

1. Using two keys set to “13”, unscrew the clamp securing the cardan to the rod.
2. Using a screwdriver, pull the boot towards the box housing. If desired, you can remove it completely, and if it has cuts or other damage, replace it with a new one.
3. Unscrew the fixing bolt with a “10” key.
4. Knock down the cardan with a hammer, strike carefully so as not to damage anything.
5. The Kalinovsky universal joint is much more durable and reliable, so install it instead of the standard one.
6. Reassemble the entire structure in reverse order. But do not rush to tighten the bolt on the clamp - adjustment is necessary.

So, we remove the rattling of the VAZ 2114 gearbox handle with our own hands

1. First of all, lift the gear shift cover.

2. Using a wrench set to “13”, unscrew the nut and remove the bolt.

3. Disconnect the rod with the lever.

4. Remove the bushing.

5. Next, you need to remove the plastic bushings and wash off any remaining grease from the metal bushing.

6. Using a ruler, measure 1-3 mm from the edge of the sleeve and draw a line.

7. Wrap electrical tape around the sleeve along the line and begin grinding off the excess.

8. You can remove excess using a grinder or sandpaper, or, as a last resort, using a powerful file.

9. Upon completion, install the bushing in place and assemble everything in the reverse order. Before assembly, be sure to put lubricant where it is needed.

Now about the results:

1. At idle the handle does not rattle or rattle.
2. At speed the ringing and vibration disappeared.
3. Vibration is almost not felt.
4. The lever began to move more tightly.

Overall, I’m very pleased with the result, I didn’t think it would turn out so well, but the problem was a few extra millimeters of metal! It’s a pity that such ideas come to the minds of us, VAZ owners, and not of those involved in their production. Well, oh well, the problem is solved and that's the most important thing. Everything took a little over 20 minutes. Thank you for your attention, see you again on the pages of VAZ Repair.

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Backstage adjustment

There is nothing complicated in the procedure; you can do it yourself, but you will have to run from the pit to the salon.

Yes, it is advisable to do this work in a pit or overpass. You need to act approximately according to this principle:

1. Loosen the nut on the clamp.
2. Set the gearshift lever to the reverse gear position.
3. Set the box rod to the reverse speed position. This is difficult to achieve, so adjustments will have to be made.
4. Check how the gears shift. If the rear one is too far to the left, loosen the clamp and turn the cardan counterclockwise. If the fifth speed (including reverse) has gone too far to the right, then the cardan rotates clockwise.

By adjusting the position of the gearshift rocker, you will notice that when the lever is installed in the middle, neutral speed will be engaged. When turning on the fifth gear, the lever should not catch the passenger seat, and when moving in reverse, the driver's seat should not interfere with the movement of the lever.