Lada Vesta stabilizer strut length

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.

Which stabilizer struts are best to buy on Vesta

When choosing a replacement for the original, you must consider the length of the stand. It is measured between the centers of the ball pins and for a standard (not lowered or lifted) suspension it is 275 mm. The length must be strictly observed, since if the distance between the centers of the fingers does not match, the stabilizer will not work correctly. For example, by installing a strut just 10 mm longer, we will regularly hear the sound of the strut hitting the lever when driving over bumps. In addition, it will fail within a maximum of 15-20 thousand km.

Old original stabilizer link and new one from RAV4, difference 10 mm

If the suspension parameters have been changed, the ground clearance has been lowered or increased, the strut should be selected taking into account the changed ground clearance. It is highly not recommended to buy racks from little-known manufacturers, and judging by the reviews, users are not too fond of Belmag racks. Also, for the reasons mentioned above, you should not install racks from Toyota RAV4 with a length of 285 mm, neither the original Toyota ones ( 48820-42020 ), nor their analogues.

The article number of the original VAZ stub rack is 8450006750 , the price is about $10-11. However, their quality is questioned by many owners. Based on public feedback, racks from the following manufacturers are most often purchased:

• STR CLMZ 19 , tolerable quality, price within the original;
• full analogue of Renault 8200 669 065 ;
• SASIC 4005146;
• LEMFORDER 28334 01;
• SIDEM , article 19061 , price about $15;
• Trek , part number SL70-198 , $10 each;
• FEBI 12768;
• MONROE L15600.

It is very important to remember that it is highly recommended to replace the racks in pairs, while the nuts also necessarily require replacement, since they are not intended for reuse.

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.

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 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.

AvtoVAZ official opinion

To answer thousands of questions from car owners about stabilization problems, AvtoVAZ has the following opinion; These are design features of the model caused by the long working strokes of the struts when driving on uneven roads.

Officially recommended:

1. bushing lubrication;
2. installation of rubber-metal hinges, .

Point one is reminiscent of servicing the Volga GAZ-21. It recommended lubricating ten lubrication points under the car body, after rain and once a week. True, no one suggested doing interesting things like lubrication of bushings. The most unclear thing is how to smear them. Whether it is worth disassembling the stabilization unit or not is still unknown. Although old cars can still be found on the roads and nothing creaks or breaks for years.

Regarding the short operation of the stabilizer struts: They promise to bring them to normal condition. Now the problem is caused by the liner, which creates play inside the ball joint. Replacement of stabilization struts can be done free of charge at the dealer, it does not cause problems, they know about the problem with the stabilization unit and are ready to make repairs. But in this case, it’s much more profitable to learn how to change yourself. The reason for this is quite obvious. Replacing standard spare parts at a dealer does not imply the installation of spare parts or consumables from other brands of cars.

How to change the stabilizer struts yourself in 5 simple steps Replacing the stabilization struts on a Lada Vesta car comes down to a simple algorithm, but there is also preparatory work: It is necessary to hang the front wheels of the car. Firstly, this is required by safety measures. Secondly, it’s much more convenient to work this way. Let's get started:

1. The stabilizer link pin nuts are cleaned;
2. The nut is turned out from the top of the part, keeping the ball joint pin from turning;
3. The nut is turned out from the bottom using a similar tool;
4. The anti-roll bar is removed, the ball joint pin is removed from the front suspension strut and from the anti-roll bar;
5. To check the anti-roll bar link, you need to pull out the top pin of the ball joint, grab it firmly with your hand and swing it up and down. The presence of a knock indicates a faulty part. Installation of the node rack is performed in the reverse order. When starting a repair, you can watch the entire process in the 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.

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.

Content:

• 1 Dimensions and components of racks
• 2 Replacement Guide
• 3 Diagnostics: how to understand when you need to change struts
• 4 Analogs, which ones are suitable

It’s been 3 years since the serial production of the car and it’s safe to say that the domestic auto industry has made a big step forward. The car turned out to be not only beautiful, comfortable and affordable, but also reliable.

Among the few shortcomings of the car are poor-quality stabilizer struts, which are not able to withstand the high load of driving on damaged roads. As a rule, this part fails first.

As AvtoVAZ representatives assured, the car’s suspension is reliable and can easily withstand the load of bad roads. But this turned out to be untrue, since many owners complain about the appearance of minor noise when driving on rough roads after 5-10 thousand kilometers.

In most cases, noises and knocks are associated with a malfunction of the stabilizer struts. If you contact an official dealership and have a warranty, the problem will be resolved quickly. But, as practice shows, many experienced car enthusiasts prefer to repair the suspension themselves.