Do-it-yourself routine maintenance of Lada Granta

Work for all maintenance

Inspection work

• Brake fluid level and indication when the level is low. Condition of brake system pipes and hoses;
• Presence of defects in paintwork and protective coatings of the body;
• No extraneous noise from the clutch, gearbox, wheel drives, engine, steering. Gear shift accuracy. The operation of the handbrake and steering wheel clamps.

Preventative work

• Checking the tightening torques of fastening engine and chassis parts;
• Replacing the oil filter and engine oil. You need 3.5 liters of oil, with a viscosity from 0W-40 to 15W-40. When using Rosneft Maximum SAE 5W-40 API SL/CF, the price starts from $10.34 for 4 liters. Oil filter 21080-1012005-09 cost from $1.80 to $2.20;
• Check the alternator belt;
• Check the bolted connections of the air conditioner.

Diagnostics and adjustment work

• Check the angles of the front wheels;
• Position of the stop signal switch;
• Operation of the VUT and brake force distributor;
• Efficiency of the handbrake and main brake system;
• Check the headlight settings, as well as the brightness of the headlights and the frequency of the turn signals;
• Check the CO value;
• Check the engine management system and recorded error codes;
• Check the electromechanical power steering.

All faults found must be corrected (for an additional fee).

Features of maintenance

Based on the official maintenance regulations for Lada Granta cars, the owner can change the necessary components in a timely manner, keep the car in good condition and avoid sudden serious breakdowns, the elimination of which is sometimes very expensive.

An important role is played by the fact whether you have a 16- or 8-valve engine under the hood.

There is a basic list of what should be included in the set of mandatory measures as part of the first and all subsequent technical services of the Lada Granta.

Among the mandatory control and inspection work are the following:

• check the brake fluid level;
• the activation of the signal about the low level of this liquid is checked;
• the condition of the hoses and pipes of the braking system is assessed;
• the paintwork is checked;
• possible noises are heard in the clutch, gearbox, engine, steering wheel, and wheels;
• the accuracy of operation of all gears is determined;
• the condition of the handbrake is assessed.

Among the preventive work that is relevant for each maintenance for the Lada Granta, the following activities are carried out:

• the tightening torque of fasteners on the engine and chassis is checked;
• changing engine oil;
• a new oil filter is installed;
• the timing belt is checked;
• check the condition of the bolted connections on the air conditioner.

Work is also carried out within the framework of diagnostics and adjustment.

Here we are talking about checking and adjusting the following components and systems:

• steering angle on the front wheels;
• brake light switch;
• VUT;
• brake force distributor;
• handbrake;
• brake system;
• headlights;
• dimensions;
• turn signals;
• exhaust gas emission level;
• ECU;
• errors in the on-board computer;
• power steering.

If any malfunctions are found, they will need to be corrected. To the disappointment of motorists, they will have to pay for this separately, on top of the cost of the maintenance itself.

List of works during the second maintenance (14500-15000 km or year of operation)

1. Work and checks during all maintenance.
2. Replace the cabin filter. Number 11180-8122010-03, price from $3.88 to $4.43.
3. For eight-valve engines, adjust the valve clearances and check the timing belt tension.

Additional checks of the second maintenance

• coolant level and cooling system condition;
• all electrical equipment;
• gearbox oil level and absence of leaks;
• condition of suspensions, steering mechanisms and covers on elements;
• level and quality of electrolyte in the battery;
• condition of brake pads, boots, brake wheel cylinders;
• adjust the steering rack play, check the steering play;
• check the serviceability of the air conditioner and refill based on the results;

The cost of work for an 87 hp engine is $84.04.

The cost of work for engines 98 hp and 106 hp is $45.84.

Maintenance schedule and work performed

By following the established schedule and performing the required list of work, you will maintain the machine in optimal technical condition.

Having studied the basic information about maintenance for cars of the Lada Granta line, it is worth taking a separate look at when the first maintenance of the car is carried out, how the 8-valve version differs from the 16-valve version, and what list of works is relevant for this or that maintenance.

If there is a 16-valve engine under the hood, TO-0 is not required, nor is it necessary to make any entries in the service book.

For 8-valve engines installed on Lada Granta, as part of zero maintenance, only valve adjustment is required. This is done in the period from 2 to 3 thousand kilometers.

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* Or after five years (whichever comes first)

**Or after three years (whichever comes first)

If the car is operated in dusty conditions, low ambient temperatures, used to transport a trailer, frequent trips at low speeds or over short distances, then the engine oil and oil filter should be replaced after 7.5 thousand kilometers.

When operating a vehicle in dusty conditions, the replacement air filter element must be replaced more often.

When the vehicle's mileage is more than 105 thousand km, maintenance procedures should be carried out at the frequency indicated in the table.

Zero maintenance

Although this is considered the first maintenance, in fact it is zero, since it is not relevant for all versions of the Lada Grant.

The so-called TO-0 has its own characteristics, provided for by the instructions of the domestic automaker dated March 20, 2013.

According to this directive, for 8-valve engines installed on Lada Granta, only valve adjustment is required as part of zero maintenance. This is done in the period from 2 to 3 thousand kilometers.

If there is a 16-valve engine under the hood, TO-0 is not required, nor is it necessary to make any entries in the service book.

Therefore, it is often important to study the list of necessary work on Lada Granta cars within the framework of 1, 2, 3 and all subsequent regulated maintenance. By following the established schedule and completing the required list of work, it is possible to maintain the machine in optimal technical condition.

TO-1

It is carried out one year from the start of operation, or after 15 thousand kilometers.

This includes the following checks and work:

• a complete list of work prescribed for all maintenance;
• replacing the cabin filter;
• checking belt tension and adjusting valves (for 8-valve versions);
• cooling system and antifreeze level;
• electrical equipment;
• gearbox oil level and signs of leaks;
• suspension;
• steering mechanisms;
• electrolyte in the battery;
• brake pads, cylinders and boots;
• clearances on the steering rack;
• steering rack play;
• air conditioner.

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All work, except the first 3 points, belongs to the category of additional.

Engine

An 8-valve engine must be taken for the first maintenance at a mileage of 2000-3000 km

Work is also being carried out on the engine to check the tension of the timing belts and generator. The coolant level is checked, and the pipes, connections, thermostat and heater radiator in the cooling system are also inspected for leaks. The spark plugs and high-voltage wires going to them are checked, and in 8-valve engines the thermal clearances of the valves are also adjusted.

Transmission

Checking all fluid levels. A jamb like the one in the photo may also come out. In the photo - the gearbox dipstick has ground off

For the transmission of a Lada Granta car, TO-1 includes checking the oil level in the manual transmission or automatic transmission, checking the condition of the CV joint boots. For the chassis, at the 1st maintenance, the condition of the front and rear suspension parts is checked, and the wheel alignment is checked and, if necessary, adjusted. Steering rod boots are also subject to inspection.

The brakes should also be checked when servicing the Lada Granta according to TO-1. Brake fluid should be added if the level in the reservoir drops below the minimum level. The caliper and drum brake pads and brake discs are checked for wear.

Headlight adjustment

You should also adjust the headlights. The car's electrical system checks the condition of the battery and how much charge it receives while the engine is running.

List of works during the second maintenance (14500-15000 km or year of operation)

1. Work and checks during all maintenance.
2. Replace the cabin filter. Number 11180-8122010-03, price from $3.88 to $4.43.
3. For eight-valve engines, adjust the valve clearances and check the timing belt tension.

Additional checks of the second maintenance

• coolant level and cooling system condition;
• all electrical equipment;
• gearbox oil level and absence of leaks;
• condition of suspensions, steering mechanisms and covers on elements;
• level and quality of electrolyte in the battery;
• condition of brake pads, boots, brake wheel cylinders;
• adjust the steering rack play, check the steering play;
• Check the serviceability of the air conditioner and refill according to the results

TO-3

Required after a mileage of 45 thousand kilometers or after 3 years from the start of operation of the vehicle.

It is necessary to perform the following work:

• operations within all maintenance;
• replace the cabin filter;
• fill in new brake fluid;
• adjust the valve clearances and check the tension of the alternator belt (8-valve engines);
• change the coolant.

Additional checks include the work prescribed in TO-1.

List of works during the fourth maintenance (44500-45500 km or 3 years of operation)

1. Work and checks during all maintenance.
2. Replace the cabin filter.
3. Replace brake fluid. Super DOT-4 is used. From $4.54 for 1l. Required quantity 0.45 l.
4. For eight-valve engines, adjust the valve clearances and check the timing belt tension.
5. Coolant replacement (or three years, for “OZH-40 TOSOL-TS” - 2 years or 40,000 km). Price from $5.41 for 5 l. Required volume 7.84 l.

Additional checks of the fourth maintenance

• maintenance checks 2.

The cost of work for an 87 hp engine is $84.

The cost of work for engines 98 hp and 106 hp is $76.

List of works during the fifth maintenance (59500-60500 km or 4 years of operation)

Work and checks during maintenance 3 (except for replacing spark plugs).

The cost of work on all engines is $91.

TO-6

This is already an impressive 90 thousand kilometers. However, within the framework of this maintenance, the same operations are carried out as in the case of TO-2. But you will also need to replace the brake fluid.

TO-7

As part of the conditionally final maintenance at around 105 thousand kilometers, the work is similar to that performed at maintenance-1.

List of works during the eighth maintenance (104500-105500 km or 7 years of operation)

Maintenance work and checks 2.

List of works during the third maintenance (29500-30500 km or two years of operation)

1. Work and checks during maintenance 2 (except for adjusting valve clearances).
2. Replace the air filter. Number 21120-1109080-06, cost $3.39 - $3.42.
3. Replace the heater filter.
4. Replace the fuel filter. Code 21230-1117010-02, prices $4.65 - $6.31.
5. Replace the alternator belt, 11180-1041020-07, cost from $6.89.
6. Replace spark plugs. The eight-valve engine uses A17DVRM spark plugs at a price of $0.69 per piece, and the sixteen-valve engine uses AU17DVRM at a price of $3.13 - $4.23 per set (4 pieces).

Additional checks of the third maintenance

• Check the condition of all brake pads and the integrity of the brake system.

The cost of work on all engines is $84.04.

Preventative work

The list of preventative maintenance is impressive and covers almost all the main components of the car:

• replacing spark plugs;
• checking the density of the electrolyte in the battery;
• replacing the oil filter and engine oil;
• control of the tightening of all components and parts;
• lubrication of hinges and locks of doors, trunk and refueling hatch;
• replacing the air and fuel filter;
• checking the condition of the timing belt and replacing the alternator belt.

The condition of the brake system is carefully checked. For Lada, the front brake pads are checked, as well as all components suitable for them. The same thing happens with the rear brake pads. Only for them, an additional condition is to check the operation of the parking brake for prompt and high-quality tightening.

The entire brake system is checked, including all hoses and connections, for leaks and damage. Since a mileage of almost 30,000 km is already quite a significant period for the possible formation of cracks and destruction of sealing gaskets. And the braking system must always be in perfect condition to ensure safety.

List of works during the fourth maintenance (44500-45500 km or three years of operation)

1. Work and checks during all maintenance.
2. Replace the cabin filter.
3. Replace brake fluid. Super DOT-4 is used. From $4.54 for 1l. Required quantity 0.45 l.
4. For eight-valve engines, adjust the valve clearances and check the timing belt tension.
5. Coolant replacement (or three years, for “OZH-40 TOSOL-TS” - 2 years or 40,000 km). Price from $5.41 for 5 l. Required volume 7.84 l.

Additional checks of the fourth maintenance

• maintenance checks 2.

The cost of work for an 87 hp engine is $84.

The cost of work for engines 98 hp and 106 hp is $76.

List of works during the sixth maintenance (74500-75500 km or five years of operation)

1. Maintenance work and checks 2.
2. Coolant replacement.
3. Replace oxygen sensors. Number 21074-3850010-00, price from $24.81.
4. Change the oil in the manual transmission. Requires 3.1 liters. From $3.69 per 1 liter.
5. For eight-valve engines, replace the timing belt. Number 21080-1006040-11, price from $3.60.

The cost of work for an 87 hp engine is $168.

The cost of work for engines 98 hp and 106 hp is $160.

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Maintenance in compliance with the regulations established by the car manufacturer is the key to long-term trouble-free service of your car. Many of us completely entrust this work to a car service center, where the cost of some simple operations can significantly exceed the cost of the parts being replaced. Meanwhile, many car maintenance jobs are technically simple and do not require much physical strength.

For the Lada Granta, the manufacturer has adopted the maintenance frequency as a multiple of 15 thousand kilometers. For carrying out the set of works prescribed by the regulations to replace consumables and check the systems, components and assemblies of the car at the service station, they can issue an invoice in the amount of up to 7,400 rubles . And this does not take into account the cost of the consumables themselves!

We do not suggest that you become repair specialists, the kind of “jack-of-all-trades” that every yard or every garage cooperative was once famous for. We are simply suggesting that you save time and money.