Replacing the timing belt for Lada Granta 1.6, 8 and 16 valve, do it yourself, instructions

The VAZ 2190 Lada Granta passenger car produced by the Togliatti automobile plant was produced for several years. Beautiful appearance, good build quality, and the presence of several modifications were liked by a large number of people in many regions of the Russian Federation and CIS countries. On the power units with which this machine is equipped, the Grant timing belt requires special attention. Drivers and potential buyers of this car on the secondary market will be interested in learning about the correct operation of the engine, maintenance and replacement of the timing belt.

Characteristics of Lada Granta timing belt

The Lada Granta gas distribution mechanism is driven by a belt. This type of device has been familiar to car enthusiasts for a long time. After all, the timing belt design migrated from the VAZ 2108 engine, which became the basis for all subsequent modifications of VAZ power plants. The Grant is equipped with two types of engines: an 8-valve engine and a 16-valve engine. The gas distribution system of the 16-valve power unit has a complex structure and increased dimensions compared to the 8-valve one. Accordingly, replacing the Granta timing belt becomes more complicated.

The main feature of the 16-valve device is the presence of two camshafts operating synchronously, in parallel with the crankshaft. The structure is located in the cylinder head. All three shafts are synchronized via a toothed belt. The main disadvantage of a timing belt drive is the unreliability of the belt itself. When it breaks or jumps, the valves meet the pistons and bend. The structure of the 16-valve timing belt is clearly shown in the photo.

16 valve unit

Installation mark on the drive cover.
Lid.
Intake camshaft pulley.
Phase disk (sensor).
TDC mark on the camshaft.
Exhaust camshaft pulley.
Support roller.
Tensioner roller.
Drive belt.
Pump pulley (coolant pump).
Installation mark on the oil pump.
Crankshaft alignment mark.
Crankshaft pulley.

You can change the timing belt kit yourself. The main thing is to know about the presence and correct placement of installation marks. By the way, most foreign cars do not have such marks, so in this case VAZ cars have the advantage.

The eight-valve timing drive of the Lada Granta, compared to previous modifications of the car, looks simpler. The scheme is simple, because there is no idler roller and there is only one camshaft. The 8-valve timing device can be seen clearly in the photo.

Replacing the timing belt on a 16-valve Granta engine

Access to the gas distribution device drive is covered with a plastic casing. To remove the cover, you need to unscrew five screws with a 5mm hex key.

Pay special attention to the location of these screws. In the photo, number 1 shows the fastening screws of the top cover, and number 2 shows the fastening screws of the bottom cover.

After unscrewing the five screws, the top cover must be lifted and removed from the engine.

If the car has a manual transmission, you need to engage fifth gear, lift the right front wheel and turn it clockwise. At the same time, it is necessary to inspect the belt for cracks, abrasions, delamination, etc. If the car is equipped with an automatic transmission, you need to remove the right front wheel and the boot (protective shield) on the right. Using a 17mm head, rotate the bolt securing the drive pulley for additional equipment (air conditioning, generator) and inspect the belt. If various defects and damage to the belt are diagnosed, it must be urgently replaced. Replacement will also be required if oil leaks, a malfunction of the water pump or tensioner roller are detected.

On a 16-valve engine, a broken belt drive will lead to a discrepancy in the angular position of the crankshaft and camshafts. As a result, the piston group will come into contact with the valves. As a result, repair work will be required.

About engines

When designing the VAZ 2190 began, the previous model of this plant, Lada Kalina, was taken as a basis. Granta went on sale at the end of 2011. The buyer is offered to choose a power unit from five different engines, which can be:

It should be noted that the working volume of all engines installed on the Lada Granta is 1600 cm 3.

The first engine from the VAZ 11183-50 is a modified VAZ 2111 unit. The designers managed to improve not only environmental performance, but also the reliability of the power unit. The timing drive has 8 valves that require periodic adjustment. Experts and car owners note the high noise level of the engine. A broken timing belt does not cause damage to valves or other parts of the mechanism.
The second engine from the VAZ 11186 is an improved VAZ 2114 engine. Eight valves in the timing belt, increased engine power, improved environmental friendliness, fuel efficiency, and reduced operating noise. When it breaks, the valve bends, so replacing the timing belt on a Lada Granta must be done in a timely manner.

There are also engines with 16 valves in the cylinder head. One of the best among them is considered to be VAZ 21126 , this is a modernization of the 21124 series engine. All the positive aspects of this engine are spoiled by damage to the valve mechanism when the timing belt breaks. The VAZ 21127 power unit is a modernization of the 21126, which has become more powerful, but the valve bends when the timing belt breaks. The VAZ 21126-77 series of engines is designed for Grant Sport variants; the valves on them are also damaged when the belt breaks.

Factory regulations for timing of timing belt replacement

Each vehicle manufacturer specifies the timing of maintenance and other routine maintenance. According to this document, replacing the timing belt on a Lada Granta car should be done when the car has driven no more than 75 thousand km. In fact, this figure does not always correspond to reality; there are a number of reasons for this. The service life of a timing belt will depend on:

The quality of the product used.
Vehicle operating conditions.
Technical condition of the engine.
"Age" of the timing belt.

Much attention is paid to the manufacturing quality of rubber products, but the quality of parts from different manufacturers varies greatly. The main supplier for VAZ is the RTI plant, which is located in Balakovo. In addition to it, engines can be equipped with products from other companies such as Gates, ContiTech, Trialli, Bosch, and some others. You should carefully consider the product you are purchasing, since you can buy a fake under the guise of products from well-known manufacturers.

The operating conditions of the vehicle, especially its engine, also affect the service life of the timing drive. In 16 valve modifications, the load on the belt teeth increases, so it requires more attention. Fuel and technical fluids are not allowed to enter the operating area of the timing mechanism drive. They soften the body of rubber products, make the material pliable, and the teeth are easily cut off. At the slightest manifestation of leaks in the operating area of the timing drive, they must be eliminated immediately.

The teeth of the crankshaft gears and camshafts gradually wear out, and the height of the teeth decreases. This means that the contact area with the belt becomes smaller, making it easier to tear off the toothed belt comb. The coolant pump can also become a source of trouble for the timing drive. Sometimes it jams, and since the pump is rotated by a toothed belt, its teeth are cut off.

With a relatively small annual mileage of the car, you should also carefully monitor the condition of the timing mechanism parts. The belt ages even if the engine is not running, so it is inspected at every maintenance. If even small cracks are noticed, the delamination changes. The optimal time to replace the timing belt in the timing mechanism drive will be a mileage of 50–60 thousand km.

Recommendations from Lada Granta owners

You can find a lot of material on this car model on the Internet. Lada Granta owners (call themselves grant owners) talk about their cars and give recommendations on how to properly recommend a car. Drivers of 16 valve Grant recommend not to wait until the mileage is 50–60 thousand km, but to change the drive earlier. On the Grant 8 valve, if the drive in the “83” engine breaks, no damage to the valves occurs; for other modifications of the power unit, this can result in an expensive engine overhaul. You should not skimp on replacing the tension roller or coolant pump; they are the ones that most often damage the belt teeth.

Why does a belt suddenly break?

In some cases, even a new part can suddenly break, causing a lot of inconvenience to the owner of the vehicle. Most often, the teeth are worn out due to the fact that the Grant timing belt was installed incorrectly. In this case, it runs crookedly on the pulleys and rollers and its teeth “eat” the metal elements of the pulleys.

Other causes of premature wear may include:

Poor part quality. In this case, savings can play a cruel joke on the driver, so you need to make a purchase in trusted stores
Pump malfunction. This is one of the most common causes of breakdown. The pump rollers break over time, forming a gap and displacing the axis. As a result, its teeth quickly wear out and lead to breakage.
Tension roller malfunction. The same thing can happen with a roller as with a butt. A bearing failure creates play and displaces the tension axis.
Oil or antifreeze leak. When technical fluids get on the belt, they destroy the rubber from which it is made and greatly affect the strength of the part.
Wear of pulley teeth. If the camshaft or crankshaft gears are severely damaged, integrity will be immediately affected. In this case, the teeth will have delamination on their surface.

In addition to all of the above, the fact that the timing belt on the Lada Granta 8 suddenly breaks can be caused by a trivial reason for its untimely replacement.

If the frequency of replacing the Lada Granta timing belt is not correct, then the driver should count not only on purchasing a new one, but also possibly on a complete engine repair. The cause of the rupture can be diagnosed according to the following scheme:

What happens if you set the tags incorrectly?

The consequences of improperly performed work can be both minor and very noticeable.

It is for this reason that it is important to approach all work responsibly. If you don’t have the proper attitude or self-confidence, entrust the work to a professional auto mechanic

Depending on the brand of the car, the following troubles may arise during the operation of the car:

Misaligned phases often cause valve burnout
Valve bends on some VAZ family cars
Possible deformation of the cylinder head, failure of the guide bushings, and the formation of cracks inside the elements
Remaining oil on spark plugs

The above consequences of incorrect label installation are observed in most cases. But, for example, on an 8-valve VAZ-2114 engine, the valves do not bend or bend even in the most severe cases. But the 16-valve power unit of the “fourteenth” does not have such advantages, so a major overhaul of the engine may be required.

Features of disassembling a 16-valve engine

As for the 16-valve engine, the sequential disassembly is completely identical to that described, with the exception of one point - installing the marks. Since this engine uses two camshafts, the marks must be aligned on both, and do not forget about the marks on the flywheel.

Also, during disassembly, in addition to the tension roller, you will also have to dismantle the bypass roller, since it also needs to be replaced.

After removing the belt, you should also check the play of the bearings on the pump. If it is significant, then it is better to replace it immediately. Otherwise, it may quickly fail after replacing the belt and the need to re-disassemble the drive, since the pump is replaced only after dismantling the drive.

Note that after removing the belt, it is important to ensure that you do not accidentally turn one of the shafts while installing a new one.

Preparing to replace the timing belt

Replacing the timing belt on an 8-valve engine begins directly with removing the terminals from the battery, after which we remove the generator drive belt. To replace the belt, you must have full access to the necessary components. To achieve this access, it is necessary to remove the front right wheel.

Replacing the belt is preceded by disassembling the timing mechanism itself, namely removing its front top cover. Why is such an event held? It is necessary to set the first piston to the TDC (Top Dead Center) position.

Adjusting the tension roller nut

It is the appropriate adjustment of the tension roller, or rather the use of the Lada Granta timing belt in a fixed tension, that determines the service life of the Lada Granta timing belt.

To dismantle a used or broken timing belt, it is necessary to loosen the tension roller nut, as a result of which the belt will be brought to a weakened position. After this, you can proceed to the next stage.

Important: do not try to simply cut the belt so as not to unscrew the tension bolts. In this case, you will not be able to put a new belt on the shafts

Generator drive pulley: unscrew the main bolt of the generator pulley

You can unscrew the bolt of the generator pulley using ordinary keys, which were mentioned above in the list of necessary tools. If the bolt does not come out of the generator pulley, then you must perform the following steps:

• dismantling the plug in the clutch housing

• the flywheel teeth are fixed with a mounting blade, the presence of which was justified by the list of necessary tools.

After performing these steps, the generator pulley bolt will stop turning, since the crankshaft will be fixed with a mounting blade.

• Removing the generator pulley

The generator pulley must be dismantled immediately after removing the mounting blade. After dismantling is completed, the pulley must be placed on a clean surface. The presence of debris in the unit assembly can cause it to jam.

• dismantling the lower timing cover

The process of dismantling the lower timing cover is carried out by removing three mounting bolts. This design occurs in engine models Grants 21116, as well as.

• dismantling the timing belt

The last stage is dismantling the timing belt and then determining the condition of the tension roller. The belt removal process occurs in the following order:

• removing the timing belt from the timing pulley

• removing the belt from the crankshaft.

It is at the second stage that the Grant timing belt is dismantled along with the tension roller. We carry out a visual inspection of the roller, in particular, we determine the external condition and the level of play of the mechanism.

At the time of reinstalling the lower timing cover, it is necessary to adjust the tension of the belt itself.

The reasons for premature belt breakage on the Lada Grant remain a mystery, which is based not only on the poor quality of the material used in the belt, but also on the low quality of assembly of the aggregate units through which the timing belt passes.

Among other reasons for premature timing belt breakage, one can note the desire of the car manufacturer to keep up with Euro 3/4. It was the desire to adjust the car to these standards that led to the above-mentioned negative aspects in the daily operation of the car.

Despite the manufacturer’s claims about the quality of Grant’s timing belt and the threshold of his personal mileage of 200,000 thousand km, it breaks already at 70–80 thousand km. A Gates roller belt can be a good and worthy replacement solution.

It is the Lada Granta from Priora that the timing belt will fit the Lada Granta and will not cause premature failure. The price of a timing belt for a Grant allows it to be changed every 50,000 thousand km, which, in turn, will reduce the likelihood of other cost items arising regarding the repair of engine valves.

Checking condition and tension

As already noted, so that a belt break does not lead to serious problems, it is necessary to periodically check its condition and tension.

Checking the condition of the belt is quite simple and you can do it yourself.

To do this, you need to unscrew and remove the protective drive covers, jack up the front right wheel, engage a higher gear and spin the wheel.

The engaged gear will ensure rotation of the crankshaft and timing drive through the gearbox.

When rotating, you must carefully inspect the belt. If any defects or signs of wear are noticed on it - torn teeth, peeling of rubber from threads, cracks, significant abrasions, then the belt must be changed regardless of the mileage.

Additionally, when checking the condition of the drive, its tension should also be assessed.

Although the Grant uses a roller with automatic tension, you cannot rely on the fact that it works normally and it is better to check the tension, especially since it is very simple to do.

The belt must be taken with two fingers in the middle of the area opposite the tension roller, that is, on the span between the shaft pulleys and turned clockwise.

Moreover, if even with significant force it is impossible to twist it at an angle greater than 90 degrees, then the belt is tensioned normally. If it twists at a larger angle, then it is necessary to adjust its tension.

Why and when you need to change the timing belt

As is clear, the timing base is the camshaft, which is located in the cylinder head and pushes the intake/exhaust valves. The camshaft is driven from the crankshaft by a drive belt. Timely opening and closing of valves must be carried out in a strictly established order and in accordance with the engine operating cycles.

In other words, during the intake stroke the intake valve must open, so air or a fuel-air mixture (depending on the type of engine) enters the cylinders. Next, the consistency is compressed (the piston moves to TDC), at this moment all valves are closed. After the fuel charge is ignited and useful energy is released to the piston, the exhaust valve opens to remove exhaust gases from the engine cylinder. This is how the gas distribution process is carried out.

It becomes clear that any malfunction of the camshaft drive will lead to disruption of gas exchange in the cylinders, as a result of which the operation of the engine will be disrupted. As for the timing belt, this element is a rubber product that stretches, cracks, etc. over time. Belt slippage causes the valves to stop opening at the correct moment in relation to the engine operating cycles. Moreover, for many engines, a broken timing belt is especially dangerous. The fact is that if the belt breaks, then the gas distribution mechanism stops, the valves simply do not have time to close before the piston rises, an impact occurs, after which the valve usually bends, defects appear on the piston itself, etc. In such cases, the power unit needs to be repaired, and the repair itself will require significant financial expenses.

You should also take into account a number of reasons that can significantly reduce the service life of any belt. For example, engine oil getting on the timing belt as a result of leaks in the crankshaft front oil seal can quickly render the designated camshaft drive element unusable. Problems with the tension roller, jamming of the pump and other malfunctions are the reasons why the belt breaks or wears out quickly.

If signs of wear on the timing belt are noticeable or the time for its scheduled replacement is approaching, then it is not much to simply install a new element. When replacing, the belt should be set correctly. To replace and expose, you need to prepare tools; it is also better to service the car on a lift or in a garage with an inspection pit. The smallest set for this operation can be considered a jack, screwdrivers, spanners and socket wrenches, a socket wrench, preferably a wrench with a socket head, etc.

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Risk of a faulty timing belt for the engine

A timing drive failure can have serious consequences. At the very least, the engine will fail. And the best way to fix this problem is to contact a car service center.

The severity of the consequences of this failure depends on whether such a case is provided for by the engine manufacturer. On some models, when the belt breaks, the valves collide with the pistons in the combustion chamber. These elements are destroyed, after which the engine may become unsuitable for repair.

Some manufacturers make recesses in the pistons for valves or make a specially shaped combustion chamber in case of a belt break. In such motors, “meeting” does not occur. And all that is needed is to install a new belt and adjust the valve timing correctly.

The Auto-Master car service center (gate No. 5) will replace the faulty timing belt on your car with a written guarantee of the quality of the work performed! Make an appointment with us by phone or using the form below.

The timing belt of any modern engine is usually designed for a short service life. On average, it operates for 50-100 thousand kilometers, after which it requires replacement along with the tension rollers, and often also the water pump and pulleys. The timing of replacement of this important part is strictly regulated and specified in the operating instructions for each specific vehicle. However, by blindly following the manufacturer’s recommendations, you may not notice the impending disaster and run into serious and expensive engine repairs. There are several signs that the timing belt urgently needs to be replaced with a new one.

Why do you need to change the timing belt?

First, let's figure out what a timing belt is and why it needs to be changed. This inexpensive and uncomplicated, at first glance, part is needed in order to synchronize the operation of the ignition system with the stroke of the pistons and valves. The timing belt rotates on the crankshaft and camshaft (or camshaft) pulleys, simultaneously driving the water pump. It has a multi-layer reinforced structure and consists of rubber and nylon base. The correct belt tension is set by a special roller. When the timing belt breaks on most modern cars, the intake and exhaust valves meet the pistons. A serious breakdown occurs that is incompatible with further movement and requires complex, expensive repairs.

The timing of replacement of rubber products and related components depends not only on the make and model of a particular car, but also on operating conditions, which in our country are very harsh. However, this does not prevent some brands from installing prohibitive timing belt service life on their products. For example, on domestic Ladas this operation should be carried out once every 180 thousand km. This figure looks, to put it mildly, too high. For comparison, on Renault cars, even the highest quality belts from the world’s best manufacturers last 60 thousand km in Russia and 120 thousand km in Europe. Experiments with non-compliance with this regulation are fraught with big troubles.

Signs of timing belt wear

The main problem that prevents you from noticing impending trouble in a timely manner and preventing the timing drive from breaking is difficult access to the part: unlike the belt of mounted units, this belt is carefully covered with all kinds of casings. To perform an inspection, partial disassembly of the engine is often required, which most car owners are not able to perform. However, in addition to tears and cracks that are visible visually, there are other symptoms of impending disaster. We will try to list the most common ones.

1. Belt is old

Basically, the service life of a timing belt is determined by the mileage of the vehicle. After several tens of thousands of kilometers, it must be replaced. However, there is one “but”: age is also critical for this part - on average, the belt retains its properties for no more than five years, after which it begins to lose elasticity and crack, regardless of mileage. Drivers who drive a car relatively rarely should pay close attention to this point. The belt consists of materials that are subject to rapid aging, which means you shouldn’t joke with its age. For the same reason, we recommend that you change the timing belt on purchased used cars without fail - no one guarantees that the previous owner complied with the regulations and used high-quality components.

2. Uncertain engine start and loss of power

Checking the timing belt

According to the documents that come with the car, the belt synchronizing the movement of the shafts has a service life of 45 thousand kilometers. However, it may fail even earlier due to increased load or insufficient attention to the car engine.

A performance check should be performed every 15 thousand kilometers. To do this, you need to remove the cover from the timing belt drive.

First of all, check the belt tension adjustment tab: the cutout of the inner roller disk should coincide with the tab located on its rectangular plug. Even if the differences are minor, this consumable must be replaced.
Then inspect the external part of this Lada Grant component. Make sure there are no signs of wear, oil, sludge, threads.
At the end, the belt must be integral, without any separation into layers and fibers.

The Lada Granta has an eight-valve engine with 87 horsepower installed in the elevator housing. When the timing belt is damaged on this engine, the valves on the pistons are bent, putting you at risk for difficult engine repairs.

When purchasing the component, please note that Grant uses a 113 tooth belt that is 17 millimeters wide. Replacing a faulty component with the proper selection won't be needed anytime soon, so take a good look at the new part before purchasing

Automotive enthusiasts recommend purchasing Gates spare parts from the USA. The good thing is that official support can tell you the address of the nearest store where they sell high-quality spare parts. The price of a repair kit (belt and roller) is about 3,000 rubles. At the same time, you will receive a high-quality product, the resource of which is approximately twice as long as that of stock one (about 80 thousand kilometers).

Replacing the timing belt Lada Granta 8 valves

If you have the skills and necessary tools, you can check the condition and replace the Grant timing belt yourself in a regular garage. Replacing the Granta 8 valve timing belt includes: preparing the car for repair work, removing the belt, installing marks, installing a new belt, roller if necessary, etc.

Replacing the timing belt on a Grant itself requires the presence of certain tools:

spanners;
mount;
heads with extension;
special tool for adjusting the roller;
Grant timing pulley complete with timing belt.

As for the stages of work, replacing the Grant timing belt is carried out in the following order:

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Use a 15mm spanner to loosen the bolt securing the tension roller...

The drive belt in the gas distribution mechanism on the Lada Granta model is the same consumable component, like filters and oils for various aggregate systems, the generator unit belt and others. The manufacturer regulates the frequency when replacing the timing belt is necessary; it is 60 thousand km. If the car involves operation under conditions of increased loads, then this designated period should be shortened. Note that replacing the timing belt can be done with your own hands, and we will tell you about this.

Timing belt replacement

This operation can be either planned or forced. In the first case, the belt can be replaced when it has exhausted its service life, and in the second, when damage to the working fluid of the product has been identified. A trained driver can do it independently. The operation is performed in a garage or on a level area. You will need a set of wrenches and sockets. And you also need to purchase a set of Torx keys. You will have to work with your hands in cramped conditions, so you will need gloves. You will need a car jack, a reliable stand under the car body, and wheel chocks.

On 16-valve engines, unlike 8-valve engines, two camshafts are installed, not one. And there is also an additional adjusting roller for belt movement.

Before starting work, disconnect the terminals from the battery. If the car has additional equipment (air conditioning, power steering), you will first have to remove their drive belt, which will not allow replacement of the timing drive. To do this, loosen the tensioning device, after which the drive of the auxiliary mechanisms is easily removed.

The timing mechanism drive is covered with protective plastic covers, which should also be removed. You will need a T-30 wrench with a ratchet, which is used to remove the fastening bolts first on the top cover, then on the bottom casing. Removal of the lower casing is hampered by the tensioner of the auxiliary drive belt, which must be lifted up. After this, the drive mechanism will be open.

Now you need to set the timing drive to the marks; this should be done in order to prevent damage to the valves.

Shaft lock in action

The next step is to remove the pulley on the engine crankshaft. To do this, keep the crankshaft stationary. You can do this:

Raise the right side of the car with a jack and place the body on a stand. The wheel is removed from the car hub.
The assistant gets behind the wheel of the car, engages fifth gear, and presses the brake pedal.
The owner uses a 17mm socket to unscrew the pulley on the crankshaft.

Next, you should release the tension roller fastening (located on the right side in the direction of travel of the machine), after which the timing belt is removed.

After this, replace the rollers if necessary.

Install the timing belt in reverse order.

Tension

The degree of tension of the belt drive is adjusted by a tension roller. It has marks on the housing and the moving race of the bearing, which should be aligned after installing all the timing drive parts in their places. To do this, you can use a wrench or pliers to remove the circlips. The cage is turned counterclockwise until the movable and stationary marks on the roller coincide, after which the bolt securing it can be tightened.

Preparation stage

The Lada Granta model can be equipped with two types of engines:

16 valves;
version with 8-valve timing mechanism.

A distinctive feature of the timing of these engines is the presence of two camshafts in the 16-valve version, which implies the presence of two gears (one for each shaft) and an additional idler roller for belt movement. The 8-valve unit, accordingly, has only one gear for the camshaft and one roller - also known as a tensioner.

The rollers are changed together with the belt. This is done in order to avoid belt breakage when a failed roller jams or the teeth on the gears jump relative to the set mark. In the latter case, the fact of the jump is accompanied by “shaking” of the engine and a noticeable decrease in throttle response.

To successfully complete the replacement, a car enthusiast should acquire the following simple “portfolio” of tools:

a set of common open-end wrenches and socket heads;
with a regular mount (claw);
a screwdriver with a flat tip profile;
jack;
a fork designed to fix the tension roller or pliers with specially curved working ends;
gloves (they will be very useful when unscrewing fasteners located in a confined space, which can cause hand injuries).

The “operation” can be performed both in a box (garage) and on a regular flat area.

Replacing the timing belt Lada Granta liftback 8 valves

We place the car within the perimeter of the repair area, squeeze the handbrake, open the hood, and the gearshift lever in the “neutral” position;
We reset both terminals from the battery to avoid a short circuit in the network;
Remove the decorative plastic panel in the timing belt area;
Using a flat-tip screwdriver, make marks on the outer perimeter of the gear and the cylinder body (block);
By rotating the crankshaft pulley, we align the actual mark with the dead center;
We tear off the crankshaft pulley mounting nut;
Unscrew the tensioner pulley mount, reduce the belt tension, unscrew the generator mount, remove the belt from its seat on the pulley;
We carry out troubleshooting and assess the condition of the teeth. If there is no deformation, replace it with a new belt. We will also inspect the cooling system pump; its operation should be quiet, without noise or wedge. The presence of the opposite indicates a malfunction and the need for prevention;
Upon completion, we assemble the structure in the reverse order with the obligatory installation of new components.

To make sure that the process was completed successfully, turn the crankshaft pulley 1 - 2 turns. The rotation should be relatively easy. We check the matches of the marks. A deviation of 1 - 2 mm is allowed, no more. Self-replacement of the timing belt Lada Granta liftback is over.

conclusions

Now you know how long to change the timing belt. Undoubtedly, a broken LADA Granta belt is a source of unprecedented problems. This circumstance does not mean that you need to remain inactive. Below are a few recommendations whose goal is to minimize this risk.

1. Be very careful when checking the belt for wear. This action is recommended to be carried out after 10-15 thousand km.

2. Do not neglect checking the condition of the seals. The defect manifests itself in the form of characteristic spots under the bottom of the car.

3. The flashing of the lamp that registers the oil pressure in the LADA Granta engine may indicate a problem. If this fact manifests itself, we urgently turn off the engine and take measures to find the source of the breakdown.

4. Use only original spare parts, although no one has canceled the procedure for monitoring their condition.

Replacing the timing belt on a 16-valve Lada Granta with your own hands