The timing drive of the popular five-door hatchback in the Russian Federation from the Volga Automobile Plant - VAZ-2114, is carried out using a flexible belt, both on 8 and 16 valve units, only in the latter the timing belt is slightly longer and the mechanism uses two roller (tension and bypass).
Replacing the timing belt drive for the VAZ 2114 is provided by the manufacturer every 60-70 thousand kilometers. However, taking into account numerous reviews from experienced motorists, as well as the quality of spare parts, it is recommended to replace the timing belt after half the mileage.
A visual inspection of the belt drive for mechanical damage should be carried out much more often than scheduled maintenance, at least once a month. If the slightest sign is detected that the belt is already worn out, is being eaten, or has any damage, it must be replaced immediately.
If you don’t do this, then at the most unexpected moment you can get a lot of troubles and, at best, this will be a breakdown of the tension roller, failure of the water pump, or blocking of the generator shaft.
In the case of VAZ 2114 cars with 8-valve internal combustion engines with volumes of 1.5 and 1.6 liters, there is good news - a broken belt drive on these units does not threaten bending of the valves and damage to the cylinder head, which cannot be said about 16-valve units, where major repairs after a break The timing belt should be worn in 90% of cases.
Preparatory work
You can change the timing belt on model 2114 yourself. Before starting repair work, you need to do the following:
- so that during repair work the car does not roll back (when lifting the front end with a jack), it is necessary to place stops under the rear wheels;
- then you can begin to loosen the bolts on the right front wheel hub;
- Remove the wheel completely.
That's all, now the car is ready to replace the worn timing belt. This should be done on a VAZ-2114 (8 valves, injector) in the same way as on 16-valve power units. The only difference is that on recent installations the belt is longer, so it is installed one more notch.
Timing belt VAZ 2114 8 valves: functions, location and signs of malfunctions
So, the belt is under a protective cover on the crankshaft pulley side. The belt itself is a ring structure, made of reinforced rubber, and has an internal tooth structure so that the teeth on the crankshaft pulley and timing gear can engage with the belt.
Engaging with the crankshaft and camshaft with its toothed side, the belt ensures synchronous rotation of the shafts, and with its smooth side it drives the water pump shaft of the internal combustion engine cooling system. The required timing belt tension is maintained by a tension roller.
If the timing belt is torn or has become dislodged/flipped off or jumped, the vehicle’s internal combustion engine stalls or operates extremely unstably. Possible signs of timing belt failure:
- the engine stalls;
- the car does not start;
- “phase sensor error” lights up - failure of the timing belt (displacement or slippage of the belt).
It is important to understand that, subject to constant wear and various loads (including temperature), the timing belt 2114 may fail ahead of schedule. For this reason, it is important to pay attention to signs of problems with this element.
For example, the timing belt on a VAZ 2114 “chews”. There may be several reasons why the timing belt is chewing. This is either mechanical damage to the teeth of the crankshaft or pulley, sagging of the belt, displacement of the axes of the pump roller and tension roller, etc.
Another such reason may be the belt slipping or moving to the side relative to its working position. This can lead to damage to the timing belt structure (contact with metal parts, abrasion on the edge of the tension roller) and, accordingly, disruption of the car engine.
The main reasons for belt displacement can be:
- manufacturing defect of the product (different rigidity across the width);
- failure of the water pump bearings (play, lack of lubrication, poor cleaning of the seat);
- deformation of the tension roller mounting pin (improper tightening or errors when replacing elements).
Removing the belt
To dismantle a worn-out timing belt, reliable fixation of the crankshaft is required to prevent it from accidentally turning. To do this, you need to unscrew the crankshaft pulley bolt.
- This can be done without removing the wheels, having previously set the handbrake to the working position.
- Next, already under the car, you can begin to tear off the bolt with a head on “19”.
- After removing the wheel, with the participation of an assistant who will squeeze the brake, you can begin to lock the crankshaft.
- After unscrewing the bolt on the crankshaft, you need to remove the generator drive pulley.
- Then, using the key set to “17”, you can begin to unscrew the nut from the roller and completely remove the timing belt itself.
In general, experienced car enthusiasts change the timing belt on brand 2114 literally in a matter of minutes, but beginners in this matter should not rush, and it is better to check everything at least twice.
When to change and which timing belt to install on VAZ 2114, VAZ 2115, VAZ 2113
The frequency of replacing the timing belt, according to the manufacturer's recommendations, is 60,000 km.
The number of the original timing belt for the VAZ-11183 engine is 2108100604010. Recommended analogues: Bosh ZP 1987949095, Gates 5521, Contitech CT527, Finwhale BD111.
To change the timing belt you don’t need a lot of tools and free time, everything is quite simple, the main thing is to maintain order and correctly set the timing marks when replacing the belt.
When replacing the timing belt on a VAZ 2114, the following questions may arise:
We use a “10” key to unscrew the bolts of the front timing cover at the top and at the bottom, using a “8” key, unscrew the bolts of the lower protective casing.
Loosen the tensioner and remove the generator drive belt.
For this you will need keys 10 and 13.
Use a wrench with a head set to “19” to turn off the crankshaft pulley.
If the belt is changed as planned and not after a break, then first of all we align the marks on the crankshaft and the camshaft (turn clockwise, hold the pulley mounting bolt until the mark on the camshaft pulley aligns with the installation antenna), and then remove the belt.
To remove the belt, you will need to loosen the tension roller nut with a key set to “13”.
On the equal camshaft we bring the gear to this mark.
The timing mark is installed on the crankshaft like this.
By removing the rubber plug at the top of the clutch housing, you can also check the mark on the flywheel. The mark on the flywheel should be located opposite the slot in the cover. It is also advisable to prevent the crankshaft from turning by inserting a screwdriver into the hole between the teeth.
We install everything in the reverse order, starting to put the belt on from the crankshaft.
Installing a new timing belt
To install a new timing belt, you must follow the steps below.
- First, we install the camshaft pulleys according to the marks, after which we securely fix them from accidental rotation.
- To align the crankshaft to the mark, you need to open the inspection window in the clutch housing. Only if all marks match is the correct installation of the new belt drive guaranteed.
- After aligning the timing components according to the marks, we install new rollers (tension and bypass).
- The belt itself is threaded through the pump and is first located on the crankshaft pulley.
- Installing the belt on the camshaft pulleys occurs last.
- The position of the tensioner, pre-lubricated on both sides with machine oil, is adjusted using a special key and counterclockwise*.
- Further installation is carried out in reverse disassembly sequence. If the marks are accidentally lost, they must be set again.
- At the end of the work, you should start the engine and listen for any extraneous noise. If there is any rustling or humming coming from the timing belt, this most likely means that the belt is too tight and needs to be loosened a little.
*For proper tension of the timing belt drive, it is necessary that the part of the belt between the shaft pulleys rotates 90° without applying any serious force. If this is done with little to no force, then greater belt tension is required. If the belt cannot be turned at all, then the tension should be loosened.
All about replacing the timing belt on a VAZ 2114
The functionality of the gas distribution mechanism is one of the factors that ensures the correct operation of a car engine. A broken strap can lead to serious consequences, including the need for major repairs of the machine. In this article we will analyze in what cases the VAZ 2114 timing belt needs to be replaced and how the procedure for changing the part is performed.
How to change it yourself?
Video “Visual aid to replacing the timing belt”
Prices for timing belts, their articles, originals and analogues, replacement cost
Today, a timing belt for any VAZ-2114 engine can be purchased without any problems at any auto store. Price tags for these parts vary depending on the manufacturer and on average range from 500 to 1000 rubles. However, when replacing a belt drive, it is better to immediately change the rollers, the price tags for which start at 400 rubles apiece.
The approximate cost of replacing a timing belt complete with rollers is from 1000 rubles at service stations. However, this repair can be done with your own hands. Of course, first you need to buy a new timing belt and pulley, and it is better to do this in a kit, the price of which also varies in the range of 1000 rubles.
Considering possible malfunctions caused by a broken timing belt, as well as the complexity of subsequent repairs, you should purchase products from even well-known companies with extreme caution so as not to fall for a fake.
The original spare parts used for the 2114 are unified with many other VAZ cars, mainly with the “ninth” and partly with the “tenth” models. A branded timing belt for the VAZ-2114 complete with a roller will cost an average of 1,300 rubles.
- The cost of analogues is also not high. For example, a timing belt kit with a pulley from Gates (article - K015521XS) for a VAZ 2114 (1.5-1.6 l., 8 valves) costs 1,200 rubles.
- The timing belt kit from Contitech - CT527K1, will cost more, from 2000 rubles, however, like products from the brands BOSCH (art. 1987949095), DAYCO (art. 94738) and GOODYEAR (art. G1474).
Belting
The gas distribution mechanism on the VAZ-2114 is driven using a flexible belt. Moreover, regardless of whether the engine has 8 or 16 valves. There is only one difference: the latter have a slightly longer belt and use two rollers (one for tension, the other for bypass). The drive allows you to rotate not only the camshaft pulley, but also the pump for the normal functioning of the cooling system.
Be sure to take into account that the belt must be installed strictly according to the arrows that are marked on its surface. If there are no arrows, then you should follow the inscriptions. When replacing the VAZ-2114 timing belt (8 valves), it is necessary that the inscription is readable from the right wheel. Be sure to inspect the condition of the liquid pump - it needs to be changed at intervals of 70-90 thousand km.
How to change it yourself?
You can replace the belt on an 8-valve VAZ 2114 with an injector engine yourself or by ordering the appropriate service at a service station. During the shift process, there are nuances that must be taken into account when performing the task. If you make mistakes and do not change the strap correctly, this can lead to rapid wear and breakage. Below are instructions for replacing the belt in a VAZ 2114 8 valve.
Tools
If you change the belt yourself, prepare the following:
- a set of open-end wrenches, you will need tools for 13 and 17;
- long flat blade screwdriver;
- 10mm ring wrench, you can use a ratchet head;
- key for installing the tension roller;
- wheel wrench;
- jack.
When is replacement required?
According to official regulations, the manufacturer recommends that owners of fuel-injected VAZ 2114 cars change the strap every 60-75 thousand kilometers. In this case, once every 5-7 thousand km it is necessary to perform a visual inspection of the belt for wear. The strap will last 75 thousand km if installed correctly and following the operating rules. When performing repairs along with the product, the manufacturer recommends replacing the tension roller, since its wear can lead to breakage.
When to change a belt if it has not yet reached its service life:
- When the product is deformed.
- The appearance of cracks in the structure.
- Delamination. Over time, the threads that make up the structure may peel off from the belt.
- Damage to the teeth of the structure. If even one tooth is cut off, it can cause the belt to slip. Operation of the vehicle may become impossible.
User Levan Bugulov in his video showed how to replace the strap on a VAZ 2114 with your own hands.
Stages of work
Replacement is quite simple, you just need to remove the installed part and put a new one in its place, making sure that there are no defects on it that could interfere with normal operation. But both dismantling and replacing the strap with a new one must be carried out in strict accordance with the instructions.
Preparation
Before the replacement procedure itself is carried out in the VAZ-2114, you need to turn on the handbrake and also set the lever to fourth gear. This is done in order to ensure not only safe, but also convenient performance of all work, since otherwise carrying out all work will be quite difficult.
Removing the old timing belt
- Remove the cover, which protects the parts from external factors, and then remove the drive belt.
- Next, you should carefully remove the crankshaft drive pulley, without touching the mounting bolt, and then switch the lever to neutral gear.
- Carefully rotate the crankshaft clockwise, constantly paying attention to the current condition of the flywheel and the marks, which can be seen through the special hole in the clutch housing. You need to move the crankshaft until the mark is in line with the middle strip of the scale.
- Once the mark is exactly parallel to the one at the back, you should unscrew the tension roller mounting nut in order to later remove the used belt.
Install a new belt and tension it
- The new belt, to which the used part is replaced, is put on the camshaft pulley, after which both of its branches should be sufficiently tensioned.
- The left part, which remains loose, should be placed behind the roller, then put it on the crankshaft and pump pulleys, and then constantly turn the roller counterclockwise until you are absolutely sure that the timing belt is fully tensioned.
- The crankshaft is rotated approximately one and a half to two turns, after which the repairman must make sure that both marks are in the middle. If, after performing the replacement, it turns out that the marks do not coincide with each other, you need to remove the timing belt again and repeat all the above operations again, and do this until both marks are parallel to each other.
- If everything is correct, the crankshaft bolt should be removed, and then the generator pulley should be returned to the workplace, which should then be secured with the bolt.
- Tension the belt and return the generator drive belt by turning the special roller counterclockwise.
Ultimately, after replacing the timing belt on a VAZ-2114 is completed, you need to start the engine to make sure there are no problems. In addition, based on the sound, you can approximately understand how well the belt is tightened.
If something remains unclear, you can watch the video instructions for performing this operation on a VAZ-2114:
