Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
The reason for the need to replace the front suspension springs may be a violation of the integrity of the springs. This may be the result of mechanical damage or the occurrence of cracks, as well as in case of serious subsidence.
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- 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
Algorithm for replacing the front springs of a VAZ 2107
Prepare the simplest tool for the job; every car owner who at least sometimes repairs his iron horse should have it.
You will need:
- A set of keys (you should have it in your trunk);
- jack;
- a brush with metal bristles;
- wheel wrench;
- hammer;
- wire hook;
- mount;
- insulating tape.
The sequence for replacing the front springs is as follows:
1. Remove the shock absorber from the desired side and remove the wheel.
2. Next, you need to slightly unscrew the nuts securing the lower arm.
Attention! When performing work under a vehicle, do not forget about safety precautions; place wheel chocks under the wheels and supports under the car body.
Place a lifting device under the lower arm and lighten the suspension (this is necessary to simplify the task of removing the stabilizer).
3. Unscrew the pair of nuts that hold the fixing bracket on the stabilizer pad.
4. Now remove the retaining bracket from its place, and then the cushion (stabilizer bushing).
5. Slightly loosen the ball nut that secures the steering knuckle and the lower hinge pin. Be careful. The nut must be unscrewed until it coincides with the end of the pin. Once this happens, lower the jack that is located under the lower control arm slightly.
6. Take a hammer and make several strong (and most importantly, sharp) blows to the outer part of the fist. Thanks to this action, you will achieve the release of the pin from the rotary cam.
7. Pay attention to the lower arm. At the moment when the pin is knocked out, it will be on only one nut, you need to slightly raise the jack under the lower part of the lever. But there is no need to heavily load the suspension.
8. Unscrew the pin nut and lower the lower part of the lever as low as possible. Then, using a mounting tool, move the stabilizer (more precisely, its rod) over the stud. Now remove the jack and let the lever lower.
9. Take and make a hook out of wire and secure the upper lever with it. Please note that in this case there is no need to disconnect the steering knuckle. Try to mount the lever so that it is as high as possible - this will simplify access to the spring.
10. Pry the spring from below and pull it out from the bottom. There is a rubber spacer on the upper part of the support located on the body; remove it. If it is badly cracked, replace it. Now you have an idea of how to remove the front springs on a VAZ 2107.
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- Remove the suspension spring, remove the spring gasket from the upper support cup. After this, you can replace the front suspension spring.
Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
To do this, do the following:
- Use electrical tape to secure the gasket to the spring and install the part in place.
Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
- Place the blade in the hole for the shock absorber, supporting the spring with it, and fix the lower coil. There is a screw surface on the lower arm that indicates the correct position of the spring. Installation should achieve this position
Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
- Having installed the lower coil in the correct position, jack up the lever and load the spring. Using a mounting spudger, seat the spring onto the screw surface.
Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
- Increase the load on the spring, install the stabilizer bar between the two studs that secure the bracket.
Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
Self-replacement of VAZ 2106 front suspension springs
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- Reassemble everything in reverse order.
After this, the replacement of the VAZ 2106 suspension springs can be considered complete.
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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.
