How to properly install an air filter on a viburnum

Procedure for replacing the Kalina air filter

So, first we open the hood of the Kalina and the first thing you need to do is disconnect the plug from the mass air flow sensor so that it does not interfere in the future. It is secured with a clamp that needs to be pressed up from below and pulled forcefully to the side.

It should come out without any problems. We take these wires to the side. They won’t get in our way anymore, but it’s better to hook them onto something, fix them somehow.

Now you can move on to the next step. Unscrew all 4 bolts that secure the air filter cover. It is best to use a thick Phillips screwdriver, but from personal experience I was convinced that the bolts are not tightened very tightly and a regular screwdriver is quite suitable, even a flat one.

After everything is unscrewed, it is enough to pull the lid with a little force to open it. We can say that everything is ready. We remove the old air filter by hand, simply pulling it, wipe everything thoroughly so that there is no dust left inside and replace it with a new one.

Don’t forget to place the element with its ribs forward, in the direction of movement, and firmly insert the sealing rubber on the filter body itself. We put the cover in place, tighten all the screws, and insert the same wire from the air sensor into its place. That's all. Do not forget that replacement must be done at least 30 thousand km in urban areas, and preferably no more than after 15 thousand km when operating in rural areas. Then dust and various debris will not get into the injector and the injection system of the Lada Kalina will work for a long time and without failure.

Replacing the air filter on Lada Kalina and Lada Kalina 2

Before you start replacing the air filter of a Lada Kalina car, you need to purchase a certain list of tools.

The list provided includes the following:

Gloves;
Waste fabric;
New air filter that is suitable for Lada Kalina cars.

Particular attention must be paid to the purchase of a new air purifier. This is explained by the fact that when purchasing the wrong auto part from the owner of a Lada Kalina vehicle, not only additional financial investments will be required, but it can also have a negative impact on the further functioning of the car’s engine. This is due to the fact that each brand of car has a specific air purifier, which has its own seat. Based on the information presented, when purchasing an air filter, it is recommended to carefully read the instructions for the auto part and also measure its dimensions.

With the exception of original air purifiers, in modern markets there are also a large number of analogues from other manufacturers. The cost of the parts shown varies greatly. However, it should be noted that the designated analogues often only partially correspond to the original auto parts. Based on the information provided, before purchasing an air filter for a Lada Kalina car, the vehicle owner is recommended to measure the purchase and also compare its other characteristics with the information indicated in the vehicle’s operating instructions.

It should also be noted that the modern market can offer the car owner various types of air purifiers.

Types of air filters for vehicles:

Paper. When making a paper filter, manufacturers use a special type of paper, which is folded into the frame of the auto part in a zigzag shape. The presented arrangement of the paper improves the supply of the required amount of air, and also qualitatively protects the engine of a Lada Kalina car;
Carbonic. When producing the presented type of air purifier, the manufacturer uses special paper with special impregnation. This paper in a special way protects the engine of a Lada Kalina car from pollution, namely water, dust, hot vapors and other contaminants;
Air filter based on cotton material. The designated parts are impregnated with a special oil, with the help of which the air purifier is able to effectively filter the air and also protect the engine of the Lada Kalina from various contaminants.

The role of the filter in a car

The Lada Kalina engine requires about 12-14 cubic meters of air for every 100 km of travel. In the intake manifold, it is mixed with fuel sprayed by the injector nozzles. The mixture then enters the cylinder chambers, where it is burned. The optimal proportion of air to fuel ensures that the engine achieves the characteristics declared by the manufacturer. It is no secret that a large volume of dust, suspended dirt and other compounds enters the intake receiver along with the air. The role of the filter is to ensure high-quality cleaning of the intake air, because it is a kind of barrier in the path of these negative particles.

If there was no air filter, then all the suspended dirt would inevitably fall inside the engine cylinders, gradually settling on its walls and accumulating in the oil system. This would lead to scoring on the walls of the liners and liners, which would require a major overhaul.

Gradual clogging of the filter element leads to a deterioration in its throughput and, as a consequence, to air starvation of the LADA Kalina engine. This is fraught with the formation of carbon deposits on the parts of the valve assembly and elements of the cylinder-piston group, because such combustion will be characterized by the presence of a fuel-enriched mixture above the permissible limit. This inevitably leads to increased fuel consumption and a decrease in the power level of the unit. Also, exhaust gases are endowed with increased toxicity.

In order not to contribute to the development of these factors, timely replacement of the air filter is imperative. ) recommends leaning towards such a procedure every 30 thousand km of the distance traveled, when the car is expected to be used primarily in urban conditions. If LADA Kalina spends most of its mileage in dusty conditions on country roads, then this interval should be reduced to 15 thousand km. These limits may change slightly, because the owner also needs to pay attention to the specifics of using his “horse”. To do this, you need to look into the air filter housing more often and change this element if there are signs of clogging.

Air filter Lada Kalina 1 and 2

The air filter, which is installed in the air intake tract of the car, is important for ensuring the process of optimal formation of the air-fuel mixture. If you neglect to replace this element in a timely manner, the engine faces serious consequences, which over time can result in expensive repairs. The popular domestic model Lada Kalina, which we are considering, is no exception.

The role of the filter in a car

Some owners resort to a rational solution - replacing the filter component along with changing the engine oil. Depending on the individual situation, this “trick” does not have to be done with every oil change; it can be done every other time.

How to replace the air filter

The process is quite simple and is not capable of “stressing” the owner of LADA Kalina into wasting time. We think any caring driver will have 30 minutes.

As a tool, you only need to use one Phillips screwdriver.

Open the hood cover of the Lada Kalina and turn your gaze to the right side of the compartment where the filter element housing is located.
Disconnect the connector of the sensor responsible for the mass air flow (MAF). The plug is held in place by a clamp, which we press from below, and then we pull the block of wires to the side.
3. You will need a screwdriver to remove the 4 screws that hold the housing cover tightly in place. We remove it using a little force.
The filter is now accessible. Before removing it, pay attention to the location of the schematic arrow present on the filter frame.
We install the new element correctly, observing the indicated moment with the arrow. Remember that its orientation must coincide with the direction of the air sucked into the tract.
We recommend vacuuming the seat in the filter housing and wiping it with a dry cloth.
Before installing the cover, check that the sealing rubber is positioned correctly.
Now we connect the DMRV connector.

Let's sum it up

At this point, the replacement of the air filter is completed, and the owner of the Lada Kalina has shown concern for his car and its environment. You can spend the next few thousand kilometers behind the wheel in complete peace of mind. And now it will be easy for you, because now you will know how to remove the filter, and accordingly how to change it.

How to replace the air filter

The process is quite simple and is not capable of “stressing” the owner of LADA Kalina into wasting time. We think any caring driver will have 30 minutes.

As a tool, you only need to use one Phillips screwdriver.

Open the hood cover of the Lada Kalina and turn your gaze to the right side of the compartment where the filter element housing is located.
Disconnect the connector of the sensor responsible for the mass air flow (MAF). The plug is held in place by a clamp, which we press from below, and then we pull the block of wires to the side.
3. You will need a screwdriver to remove the 4 screws that hold the housing cover tightly in place. We remove it using a little force.
The filter is now accessible. Before removing it, pay attention to the location of the schematic arrow present on the filter frame.
We install the new element correctly, observing the indicated moment with the arrow. Remember that its orientation must coincide with the direction of the air sucked into the tract.
We recommend vacuuming the seat in the filter housing and wiping it with a dry cloth.
Before installing the cover, check that the sealing rubber is positioned correctly.
Now we connect the DMRV connector.

Instructions for replacing the air filter

The air filter housing is located on the right in front of the battery. How to change the filter?

Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the 4 screws securing the housing cover

Lift the cover and remove it, take out the old filter. We clean the case from dust and debris.

We install the new filter so that its corrugations are parallel to the arrow indicated on the bottom of the housing.

This completes the filter replacement.

We lift the lid.

When to change the air filter on Kalina?

Although modern filters are of better quality, a lot depends on the operating conditions of your vehicle, let’s say you often drive on dusty dirt roads, and this significantly reduces the life of the filter element and 30 thousand is out of the question.

Many car owners, of course, only drive on asphalt, but nevertheless, dust, dirt, and fluff inevitably get into the filter, no matter how much you want it.

Therefore, I would like to give a little advice to beginners: at least sometimes remove and blow out the filter with compressed air, this, so to speak, will allow your engine to breathe freely and it will thank you with its power and dynamics.

What can happen if the Kalina air filter is clogged:

Loss of engine power.
Increased fuel consumption.
The mass air flow sensor (MAF) may fail.

Self-replacement of the Lada Kalina air filter

All actions will be carried out in the engine compartment, so open the hood and start changing the air filter.

What you will need:

New air filter Lada Kalina.
Screwdriver.
Rags, rag.

So, the steps are very simple: remove the connector from the sensor (mass air flow sensor) and unscrew the four screws that are made to fit a shaped screwdriver (Phillips), you can unscrew them even if they are not very tightly tightened with a regular screwdriver.

We lift the upper part of the housing and take out the filter, after which we thoroughly wipe everything there. We install the new one with the strips forward in the direction of the air flow if there is a hint on the body.

Now we screw the screws back in, and most importantly, don’t forget to insert the connector onto the mass air flow sensor, which you removed before.

At this point, replacing the Lada Kalina air filter is considered complete. Never forget to change the filter on time, be it a fuel, oil, air or cabin filter.

Video “Replacing the air filter on a Lada Kalina car”

This video demonstrates the process of replacing the air filter on Kalina with your own hands.

The air filter belongs to the engine power system and is designed to clean the air involved in the mixture formation process. Excessive filter contamination leads to oxygen starvation, reduced engine power, excessive fuel consumption, etc. If unpurified air is not so harmful for piston group parts, it is simply destructive for the mass air flow sensor (MAF). The sensor is located directly after the air filter and is perhaps the most expensive sensor (its price is 2500 - 3500 rubles) in the Kalina engine management system.

Replacing the air filter is a routine maintenance procedure for a Lada Kalina car. If your car is no longer under warranty, for the reasons described above, it is still necessary to replace it - this will save you time and money.

What you will need for replacement: the filter element itself, and a Phillips screwdriver.

Procedure: 1. Unscrew the 4 screws securing the filter housing cover and remove the filter element (we recommend remembering the location of the arrow marked on it!).

2. Insert the new element so that the arrow marked on it coincides with the direction of the air flow.

3. Close the lid, tighten the 4 screws evenly, avoiding distortions.

Replacing the fuel filter

The fuel filter also belongs to the engine power supply system. It is located on the right side of the fuel tank near the rear wheel. A clogged filter can lead to loss of power, jerking and stalling when driving. In the author’s practice, there was a case when the filter housing (by the way, a filter from the AvtoVAZ assembly line!) leaked and gasoline oozed through it.

Replacing the fuel filter, like the air filter, is a routine vehicle maintenance procedure. If the car is no longer under warranty, it is recommended to change the filter once a year, along with an oil change.

Attention: This operation involves direct contact with gasoline, it must be carried out away from sources of open flame and avoid smoking!

What you will need: a new filter, rubber gloves, an inspection hole or a piece of tarpaulin (when performing this operation from a “lying” position).

1. Unscrew the plug on the fuel rail, then press the valve with a screwdriver and bleed the remaining fuel in the fuel line into a previously placed container or rag. Screw the plug into place.

2. Squeezing the antennae of one of the tips of the fuel filter, gently shake it and at the same time pull it off the filter fitting. We carry out a similar operation with the second tip.

3. Use a 10mm wrench (preferably a socket wrench) to loosen the clamp and remove the filter. We insert the new filter so that the arrow on its body is directed in the direction of fuel flow. For Kalina 1118 “sedan” this is in the direction of travel of the car. 4. Snap both tips into place, making sure that they “sit” all the way. 5. Turn on the ignition (but do not start the engine!) for 5-6 seconds - 3 times in a row. The pressure in the fuel system will be maximum. Inspect the filter for fuel leaks.

If everything is in order and gasoline is not dripping or oozing anywhere, the operation is completed.

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Welcome, friends, to the DIY auto repair website. We are starting to write another column on the repair and maintenance of the Lada Kalina car.

Today’s article will not be large in volume; it will tell you how to independently replace the air filter on Kalina.

Replacing the air filter Lada Kalina

In general, the instruction manual says that on the Lada Kalina the air filter is replaced after thirty thousand kilometers, many do this, but this is not entirely correct.