Replacing the anti-roll bar on a Lada Vesta

On the Lada Vesta, the design of the front suspension is not much different from previous VAZ models. Main components:

• Stabilizer's pole;
• Oil shock absorbers;
• Springs;
• Silent blocks;
• Suspension arms;
• Stretcher;
• Rubber boots, bushings.

During the operation of the machine, parts wear out, become deformed, and break into pieces. The simplicity of the suspension design allows you to carry out repairs yourself. We contact the service station in case of major repairs of the unit.

Originals, analogues, article number, price of stabilizer struts for Lada Vesta

Technical data: length 275 x width 30 mm x diameter 10 mm.

Stand structure: tip, metal base, rubber boot, retaining ring. The nuts are supplied complete with the original stands.

To the surprise of most Lada Vesta car owners, the model can be equipped with stabilizer bars from RAV 4 (TOYOTA RAV4), article number 48820-42020. The diameter is identical, completely matches. The same cannot be said about the length of the rod - 285 mm. In fact, 10.0 mm longer than standard size. However, this does not prevent the front suspension from working properly.

Before purchasing spare parts, do not forget to check the catalog number against the data in the operating instructions. Manufacturer's warranty is 80,000 km.

Front stabilizer bushing size for Lada Vesta

_x000D_ Standard bushings have catalog number: 8450006748. Dimensions are shown in the photo:

Front stabilizer bushing size for Lada Vesta

Front stabilizer bushing size for Lada Vesta

Front stabilizer bushing size for Lada Vesta

Front stabilizer bushing size for Lada Vesta

Based on these bushing sizes, you can select analogues. Here are some of them:

Lada Vesta suspension diagnostics

Before starting repairs, be sure to carry out diagnostics. This is necessary to assess the condition of the machine, identify breakdowns, and correctly calculate spare parts and consumables.

The process is not at all complicated, you can do it on your own. If you encounter any difficulties with installation, please read the instructions and watch video tutorials on the Internet.

• We drive the car into the inspection hole, fix the rear row of wheels with boots to avoid any arbitrary rollback;
• Jack up the side and remove the wheel;
• From under the bottom we press on the stabilizer bar, check for play, deformation, cracks;
• Additionally, we inspect the condition of adjacent parts, levers, and mechanisms.

To check the tightness of the fit, we use a metal pry bar. We summarize, analyze the received data, and calculate the number of necessary spare parts.

Finally, we check the brake pads, disc, and cylinder. If the actual thickness of the pads is less than 17.0 mm, they must be replaced with new ones. Subsequent operation of the vehicle is unsafe.

Analogues that are suitable

As we have already said, the Lada Vesta stabilizer struts have a size of 175 mm. There are many analogues on the market that are suitable for installation on a car. The stabilizer link can be found by catalog number 8450006750.

The following stabilizer struts can be used as analogues:

• Renault 8200 669 065;
• SASIC 4005146;
• SIDEM 5666;
• LEMFORDER 28334.

You can find many different analogues on the market, including the ones listed above. The cost of analogues of this part on the Lada Vesta starts from 300 rubles. This is the lowest price. It all depends on the quality and manufacturer. The main thing is not to make a mistake with the choice of size.

SIDEM racks for 440 rubles are quite popular. Products from a brand such as MONROE will cost no less than 800 rubles. At the same time, it is necessary to change the bushings. A reliable option is polyurethane bushings. They have a low cost and at the same time decent quality.

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Causes of wear on Lada Vesta suspension

• Saving on maintenance of technical equipment;
• Purchase and installation of low-quality parts;
• Violation of the rules for operating the vehicle by the driver;
• Manufacturing defect;
• Natural wear and tear of components due to prolonged use without intermediate preventive maintenance;
• Rupture of the boot, water entering the metal structure;
• Excessive wear of subframe silent blocks.

Replacing the Lada Vesta stabilizer (VAZ Vesta)

Any knocking noise in the car while driving is not only an irritating factor, but also a possible consequence of a malfunction that can have serious consequences. Especially the clatter of the front suspension, which includes the steering system, the most effective front brakes and is loaded with the weight of the engine.

The Lada Vesta is no exception, which also has front-wheel drive, which increases the importance of the front suspension serviceability factor. The VAZ sedan is no more susceptible to failure of front suspension elements than many other cars in this class, and maybe even less, but it still happens.

Therefore, we will consider common malfunctions of the front suspension of the Lada Vesta, which can cause knocking or squeaking when driving, methods for diagnosing and eliminating them.

We will build the review according to the principle “from simple to complex,” while simultaneously considering problems in the direction of reducing the degree of probability.

Loose wheel bolts

The situation when the fastening bolts of one or several wheels have become loose is typical not only for Lada Vesta, but occurs frequently. There can be many reasons - from inattention during tire fitting to an unsuccessful attempt to steal a wheel.

If a knocking sound occurs while driving, the first thing you need to do is stop the car and check the tightness of the wheel bolts, since a tire that falls off while turning can cause the car to roll over with unpredictable consequences. In this case, diagnostics is inseparable from troubleshooting.

After tightening the bolts or making sure that the reason for the knocking is not their tightening, you can continue driving. If the problem is not solved, you should not put off diagnosis for a long time.

In order not to aggravate the situation when one malfunction causes another, it is strongly recommended to contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible for qualified diagnosis and elimination of the causes of knocking or other abnormal suspension noises performed on a car raised by a lift.

Independent repair of a car before the expiration of the warranty period may be classified by the dealer as a violation of contractual obligations by the consumer and become grounds for premature termination of warranty service.

Wear of stabilizer bushings

If, when driving over a speed bump, a dull knock or creaking is heard from the front, there is a high probability that the reason for this is premature wear, due to the poor quality of the material, of the standard anti-roll bar bushings of the Lada Vesta - a malfunction typical of the VAZ sedan. In this case, other signs corresponding to the assumption should be present:

• knocking of the chassis when the car rolls while moving;
• beating in the steering wheel when driving on a flat surface at speeds above 60 km/h;
• increased play in the steering mechanism during intensive maneuvering;
• involuntary deviation of the car from straight-line movement.

The final conclusion will be made by inspecting the car on a car lift - if the bushings are swollen, have lost their geometry and elasticity, then they need to be replaced.

Replacing anti-roll bar bushings

If the dealer service center is remote and standard spare parts are available (catalog number: 8450006748), you can do this work yourself, with minimal risk of subsequent detection of independent intervention.

After the warranty period has expired, or at the dealer, it is better to replace these parts with higher quality analogues, for example, polyurethane bushings from Lada Chevrolet Niva (article No. 17012680) or products from other manufacturers according to the dimensions indicated in the pictures.

To do the job you will need the following tool:

• TORX 40 angle wrench;
• ring wrenches “13” and “16”;
• 10" head with extension and wrench.

The bushings are replaced on an overpass, inspection pit or car lift. It is not allowed to change parts by jacking up the front axle shafts one by one.

Work order:

1. Using a 10mm socket with an extension, remove the protective cover of the steering mechanism;
2. Using a 13mm spanner, remove the two rear bolts securing the steel brackets of the bushings;
3. Using a T40 wrench, unscrew the front bolt securing one of the two brackets and remove the bracket;
4. remove the old bushing from the stabilizer, clean and lubricate the hole in it with silicone grease, install a new bushing through the cut on it and first fix the steel bracket with the front bolt;
5. replace the second bushing in the same way;
6. tighten the 4 bracket fastening bolts with a force of 2.0-2.4 kgf m;
7. Install the steering gear protective cover.

Polyurethane bushings have a service life that is 2-4 times greater than the potential of rubber products.

When diagnosing stabilizer bushings, as a rule, all elements of the front suspension are inspected and, first of all, the vertical struts of the anti-roll bar (article no. 8450006750), which also often fail in Lada Vesta.

Lada Vesta produces standard stabilizer bars. These parts are of fairly high quality, but they also have their own resource, which depends on many factors.

The degree of wear of the vertical struts is determined by the presence of play in their hinges - if the struts knock when the stabilizer is suddenly manually moved, they need to be replaced.

Knowing the length of the struts (283 mm), you can select even better parts for replacement, for example, from Toyota or Hyundai.

Required tool:

• socket wrench “16” - unscrewing the nut;
• torx key 30 - locking the finger.

Production of replacement racks

The work is carried out on a car lift. Replacing parts with new ones is not difficult: fix the finger with one key, and unscrew the nut with the second.

Other possible causes of knocking from the front suspension of Lada Vesta

The causes of knocking or creaking from the front suspension, characteristic of the Lada Vesta, were listed above. But, besides them, there are a number of malfunctions that are common to all brands of cars, but appear after different mileage. This is wear of ball joints, silent blocks, steering rods, failure of shock absorbers, play in CV joints.

The elimination of these problems is carried out not in a recommendatory, but in a mandatory manner, because knocking and crunching in the front suspension of the Lada Vesta are only in the last place factors of discomfort; first of all, it is a consequence of malfunctions, a delay in eliminating which can have tragic consequences.

Lada Vesta is a modern and reliable car that can travel tens of thousands of kilometers without major repairs. It is believed that the Lada Vesta stabilizer struts require replacement when the car has traveled at least 50 thousand km.

But these standards apply to ideal driving conditions on high-quality road surfaces. Domestic roads and climate do not meet such requirements, and it is not known exactly how long the parts will last.

After the first 5-10 thousand kilometers, it may be necessary to replace the stabilizer link with an original part; its analogue from another Zhiguli model is not suitable. The Lada Vesta car signals its owner about problems with a characteristic knock while driving.

This is especially noticeable when the car finds itself in a well-worn rut. The car literally starts to shake from side to side.

It is better to carry out repairs at a dealer service center. This is much more reliable than poor quality service in unofficial workshops. In such places, unqualified specialists often work, and non-original low-quality parts are used to repair machines.

Work on changing stabilizing struts

Repair work is carried out using a lift. This is necessary to unload the racks, and in this state only the weight of the machine acts on them. Next, you need to perform operations according to the following algorithm:

You can test a newly delivered part by forcing it to oscillate from top to bottom. If the part has no manufacturing defects and is installed correctly, there should be no extraneous sounds.

Replacing stabilizer struts on Lada Vesta

We replace suspension elements in pairs; it is unsafe to leave worn parts in their original places. Repeated repairs will be required soon.

• We drive the Lada Vesta into the inspection channel and ensure safety measures during the work;
• Jack up the side, unscrew the bolts, remove the wheel;
• Alternately unscrew the upper and lower mounts of the stabilizer bar;
• We carry out troubleshooting of the mounting socket, if there are no defects, we install a new stand and screw the nuts.

If the silent blocks need to be replaced, additionally unscrew the fastening of the ball joint and remove the suspension arm. We fix it in a stationary vice and press out the worn silent blocks. We troubleshoot the lugs, clean the surface of rubber residues, and press in new polyurethane bushings. We assemble the structure in reverse order.

Motorists claim that polyurethane bushings are interchangeable with Lada Kalina. It is not yet known what they are suitable for.

Sometimes the source of the knock is worn out cross member bushings. To replace consumables, additionally unscrew the beam mount, remove the rubber bushings, and install new ones. We screw the mechanisms back on.

Replacing stabilizer bushings on Lada Vesta - instructions with photos and videos

Almost without exception, owners of Lada Vesta and Vesta SV Cross cars immediately after purchasing the car begin to notice a characteristic creaking of the suspension in the front part.

After searching for the sources of the squeak, it turns out that the culprit is the stabilizer bar rubber. Or rather, the material from which they are made is to blame.

Most likely, this is a design miscalculation or another attempt by AvtoVAZ to save money.

What can be done to get rid of the creaking of stabilizer bushings on the Lada Vesta?

First, you can simply lubricate the rubber bands with grease. WD-40 or any other similar lubricant will work great. However, over time, the creaking will appear again, as the lubricant will dry out or be washed out. Therefore, the procedure will have to be repeated.

Secondly, you can purchase new stabilizer bushings. But it is far from a fact that this will help or solve the problem forever, since the material itself will remain unchanged. And most likely it will also creak over time.

Thirdly, you can install rubber bands of a suitable size from another car. As practice shows, stabilizer bushings from Chevrolet Niva or Kia Rio (Hyundai Solaris) remain suitable options.

From Niva, the bushings fit without any modifications, and in order to install Korean rubber bands, you will need to purchase the clamps themselves for them.

However, Nivov rubber bands do not always solve the problem, but when installing rubber bands from Kia or Hyundai, you can completely forget about the squeaking of bushings.

This is what the original stabilizer rubber bands look like in comparison with the rubber bands from the Kia Rio:

Articles for ordering: 548132K100 - bushings, 548141W000 - clamps.

Replacing stabilizer bushings Lada Vesta

If we talk about the complexity of the work, then there is nothing complicated at all in replacing the stabilizer bushings on a Lada Vesta. To do everything quickly and correctly, all you need is a little time, tools, and follow our instructions.

It is important to understand that when replacing the Lada Vesta stabilizer bushings, it is necessary to completely remove the load from them. To do this, you simply need to raise the front wheels so that they do not touch the ground. This can be done by lifting the front of the car with two jacks. Or first lift one side and put a stop under it and then lift the second side.

The main difficulty in replacing stabilizer bushings on a Lada Vesta is that without minimal disassembly it is almost impossible to install new bushings. But, if you cut the bushing, you can actually install it without any problems.

So, progress of work. Once the front wheels are in the air, you can gradually begin to do the work. Take the T40 key and unscrew the 2 bolts securing the bushing clamp on the passenger side.

We move the clamp to the side, remove the old bushing (thanks to the cut on it, this is very easy to do). We install the new bushing in place. If there is no cut on it, then we make it on a new elastic band.

Then we put everything back together in reverse order.

But on the clamp, which is installed on the driver’s side, difficulties arise in dismantling one of the bolts. The fact is that it is completely impossible to unscrew it without dismantling the protective screen. This is not the easiest or fastest activity.

Therefore, we will proceed as follows. We unscrew one bolt completely. We do not unscrew the second bolt completely, but about 2/3. This will give us the opportunity to rotate the clamp 180 degrees to remove the bushing and install a new one.

That's what we do.

Then we stretch the clamp. At this point, the replacement of the Lada Vesta stabilizer bushings can be considered complete. Now no creaks or extraneous sounds will disturb you, and your Lada Vesta will go over all bumps very quietly and smoothly.

Replacing stabilizer bushings Lada Vesta video

In order to make the process of replacing the Lada Vesta stabilizer bushings more understandable, we will leave here a video in which everything is clearly shown.

And here is another video that we found on the Internet:

Source: https://Lada-Vesta-SW.ru/zamena-vtulok-stabilizatora-lada-vesta-instrukciya-s-foto-i-video/

What you need to know about the rear suspension elements of the Lada Vesta

In the rear part, the suspension function is performed by a torsion beam, shock absorbers, springs, silent blocks pressed into the beam.

As the machine is used, parts wear out, backlash is formed, and free play increases. To eliminate the defect, it is necessary to replace the rear suspension elements.

• After removing the wheel, unscrew the upper and lower fastenings of the shock absorber strut assembly with the spring. Next, we unscrew the beam fastening, press out the silent blocks, inspect the mounting socket, and press in new bushings.
• Sometimes sagging rear springs make a metallic knock. Inexperienced motorists mistake this for a knocking sound from the stabilizer bar. To replace the spring, first remove the rear shock absorber and spring assembly.
• Using a crab-shaped puller, we compress several turns of the spring and disassemble the module. We install a new spring and assemble the structure.
• At the same time, we carry out troubleshooting of the brake circuit, pads, disc, and working cylinder. If the actual thickness of the pads is less than 19.0 mm, replace them with new ones. Subsequent operation of the machine is unsafe.

↑ Diagnostics: how to understand when you need to change struts

The first sign that the strut is out of order is a characteristic knocking sound that appears when you hit a bump or the wheel gets into small holes. It appears after 5 thousand kilometers, not earlier. As a rule, knocking does not appear constantly, but periodically.

Due to the poor quality of roads, the anthers tear quite quickly. Because of this, dust and dirt gets inside, “eating up” the stabilizer elements. Over time, play appears in the hinge joint, which is the cause of extraneous noise.

Tips for caring for Lada Vesta suspension

• We adhere to the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding the interval of scheduled technical inspection - every 15,000 km;
• The average service life of the suspension is 60 – 65 thousand km. Mandatory preventive maintenance after 15,000 km;
• Purchase components from official points, representative offices, dealers;
• Order paid car repair services only from those service stations that provide a quality guarantee for the work performed;
• Always check the compatibility of parts according to the catalog numbers specified in the operating instructions;
• After carrying out repair work at the service center, check that the technicians have entered maintenance data into the service book.

Driver, remember that a moderate driving style and original parts increase the service life of Lada Vesta parts by 7 - 10%.

Which stabilizer struts are best to install? Obviously, new ones and with factory catalog numbers. Installing parts from other models is a temporary solution to the problem, not always effective or correct.

Recommendations for selection

When purchasing consumables, prefer original ones; do not purchase analogues or substitutes, even if they are compatible in size.

Note to the driver. Stabilizer struts from Toyota Rav 4 are compatible with Lada Vesta; many car enthusiasts install them instead of standard ones. However, they are 10 mm longer than the originals. When a wheel falls into a hole at speed, the suspension arm hits the lower mount of the bone. An additional blow occurs.

Before purchasing, consult with service station specialists regarding the compatibility of the part with the make (model) of your car. If you are not sure that you can install spare parts efficiently, use the paid services of workshops.

stabilizer CLT - 50 1PCS

Conclusion

The process of replacing a stabilizer link is within the power of every car enthusiast. You need to be extremely careful not to disrupt the installation technology. Incorrect installation contributes to premature wear of parts and failure of mechanisms.

Principle of operation

The stabilizer is a metal pipe that is attached to the front wheels using rubber cylinders, each of which is called a stabilizer bushing. It provides the ability to rotate the stabilizing unit itself relative to the vehicle. The suspension of the Lada Vesta car was taken by the developers from the famous Renault, which has proven itself quite well on our roads. Therefore, the Vesta suspension design does not represent some new and unknown mechanism.

After some time during the operation of a new car, the owner may hear extra noise from below the bottom. The fastening elements of the car's suspension began to gradually fail. This occurs either due to the quality of the material from which they are made, or due to constant lubrication of the suspension bushings with sand, water and dirt. This contact is detrimental to this node. The driver begins to hear the bushings creaking; they have simply gradually become unusable. It is very rare for the stabilizer itself to fail, but you need to try hard. The repair comes down to replacing worn bushings on the Lada Vesta. This type of repair is very important for the safe operation of the vehicle.

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