Everything with your own hands! — an honest story from Granta’s owner

Filters and exhaust system

And first of all, this is the installation of high-quality and expensive filter elements.
They, like no other design element, affect the power, efficiency, and service life of the Granta engine. Installing a good zero-resistance filter will give the engine up to 10% additional oxygen, which will have a positive effect on the combustion process. The mixture will burn faster, without residues, and as a result, engine power will increase by several percent. Tuning the exhaust system will also add a few percent of power to the engine. However, in the case of the exhaust manifold, you need to be careful and choose among the offers those companies that have already proven themselves. There is good quality steel, anti-corrosion treatment and successful exhaust routing schemes.

4-2-1 is an excellent manifold, especially well made and without the effect of parasitic swirl, it can simplify the exit of exhaust gases, and as a result, improve the purging of the cylinders at high engine speeds. We are not yet talking about refining the muffler itself, which can be either fancy or quite modest, but effective.

Design features of car headlights

Today, the most popular type of optics tuning is the installation of bi-xenon lenses. They not only improve the light of the headlights, but also give the car a completely different look. In this article we will look at the process of installing bi-xenon lenses yourself using the example of a Daewoo Lanos car.

It was not for nothing that Lanos was chosen as an example. The fact is that lenses cannot be installed in any headlights, but only in those whose glass does not have a pronounced diffuser. Take, for example, the standard headlight of a VAZ 2107. Its glass on the back side is covered with special “ribs”, which are designed to diffuse the light of the lamp so that it does not blind drivers of oncoming cars. The same situation applies to other VAZ models. No, you can install lenses on both the Zhiguli and the Samara, but for this you will have to buy other headlights. Otherwise, you will not achieve the desired effect.

On the inner surface of the standard VAZ 2107 headlight there are special “ribs” that scatter light

But the Lanos has headlights like those of foreign cars - they also have a lens, but the glass in the center is almost smooth. In addition, it is not glass at all, but a special heat- and shock-resistant plastic.

The headlights of the Lanos have almost smooth glass in the center

In all other respects, the Lanos headlights are no different from the headlights of other cars. Their design consists of:

• housings with holder;
• diffuser (glass);
• light sources (lamps);
• reflector (reflector);
• electrical connectors and wires.

There are three lamps in the Lanos headlight:

• side lights;
• head light;
• direction indicator.

The main lamp of the Lanos headlight is double-filament, i.e., when switching the “low/high” modes, one specific filament works. The light emitted by the lamp is not focused by anything here, but is simply “collected” by the reflector and directed forward.

The Lanos headlight lamp has a two-filament design

Exterior improvements

The fuel pump on the Lada Granta does not work.
How to replace the fuel filter on a Lada Kalina with your own hands. installing a new fuel pump mesh The most common and inexpensive way to change the exterior of a Lada Granta with your own hands is to change the color by repainting the car. This model is especially attractive in snow white or dark blue metallic. Yellow, light green and orange colors also look quite original.

In addition, it is worth paying special attention to the dyeing methods. The combination of several shades will emphasize the originality of the design, making the body more impressive and attractive.

An unusual option for the Lada Granta will be airbrushing. But this work should only be performed by specialists, since independent painting can ruin the entire exterior with a completely unexpected effect. When considering budget tuning options, you can use car stickers. Despite the ease of application, they are able to give the car a stylish and unique look.

An equally original type of external modernization is the replacement of standard body elements with new ones. By tuning the Lada Granta liftback with your own hands, you can change the lights, update the mirrors and body kits. Doing this yourself will not be difficult.

Secrets of suspension tuning

The chassis of the Lada Grant sedan can be subjected to such a thing as do-it-yourself tuning without much difficulty. Initially, the suspension design assumes driving characteristics aimed at achieving softness and comfort. This aspect will show its best side on a good quality road surface. But in reality the situation is different, and therefore the suspension of the Lada Grant sedan requires modifications.

The actions are not intricate in nature, but consist of cutting one turn on each of the springs. The resulting rigidity can provide the car with previously missing stability. You can also replace the front shock absorber struts with those elements from Kalina. Due to the shorter length of the borrowed struts, they will ensure a low landing for the improved LADA Granta sedan.

External tuning Grants Liftback

Lada Granta do-it-yourself front suspension repair

For lovers of car modifications, tuning Lada Granta liftback photos, which show the best versions for comparison and inspiration, are presented at various competitions and exhibitions. Here are real examples that can be put into practice.

Optics improvements

Standard Grant headlights fully meet the requirements of road safety standards. However, the real state of affairs is much more modest. Optical elements are sufficient for street lighting in the city. If the driver drives into dark alleys or forest belts, the light source is extremely insufficient.

First of all, car enthusiasts upgrade lamps. For modification, the market offers three options.

1. More powerful incandescent lamps with a different shade of rays. Light tuning on the Lada Granta FL liftback can look extremely beautiful. Factory optics have a cold emission spectrum, which obscures potholes and pits. Installing warmer lamps further relieves strain on the driver's eyes and improves visibility.
2. Xenon. Bi-xenon lamps are extremely expensive, but the lighting intensity increases significantly. The disadvantage of such modernization is the blinding of oncoming drivers.
3. Diode elements. When installing diode optics, it should be taken into account that standard reflectors are not designed for diodes - the light elements emit quite a lot of heat, which can melt the plastic elements.
4. This also includes installing angel eyes. Special elements included in the daytime running lights circuit are inserted into the block, giving the car a great look.

Optical modifications also include the installation of special headlight covers. The upper “curtains” give the front of the car an “evil” look. Usually, this is where the tuning of Lada Granta liftback headlights ends.

Tuning of body elements

Refinement of the car body is a wide field for imagination. Here, tuning a Lada Granta liftback with your own hands is quite simple. All that is required from the owner is creativity and direct hands.

Among the most popular solutions are:

• replacing bumpers;
• installation of a hood with gills;
• modification of exterior mirrors;
• repainting with drawings.

Wheels

Everything is more limited here. From the factory, the machine is delivered to the market with stampings or simple casting.

The standard 13-inch wheels do not stand up to criticism and are obsolete in 2022. Thanks to the presence of a generally accepted bolt pattern, users are given the opportunity to use any wheels that can fit into the arches.

At the same time, it should be taken into account that the installation of wheels should be carried out only after preliminary calculations. If the rollers are excessively large and heavy, the car will lose dynamics and will rub the rubber against the arches. The type of road surface is also taken into account. If the car drives on a smooth, high-quality road, installing low-profile tires makes sense. When driving in a small city, where high-quality asphalt is a luxury, it is not recommended to use tires with a profile below 50.

The next point is the width of the wheels. The original wheels fit 175-185 mm tires. If you don't interfere with the offset of the rims, wider tires won't fit on your car.

Tuning Lada Granta

Since a considerable number of Grants have already appeared on the roads, many undoubtedly want to highlight their car. I want people to turn around after him, so that other car enthusiasts look with admiring eyes! Today, there are quite a few options for tuning Grants: original shaped sills and bumpers, mirror caps, frills, spoilers, tuned headlights and rear LED lights, alloy wheels of increased diameter, lowered suspension - all this will help transform your car. As for the Granta's interior, you can install an original instrument panel, make interesting interior lighting, cover some interior elements with vinyl, and install high-quality music.

Rear head restraints for Grant

When tuning lighting and other elements of the car, do not forget about comfort. Therefore, tuning the Granta seats will not be superfluous. It is about improving this part of the interior of the Lada Granta that it is worth talking in more detail.

Some Grant models are equipped with head restraints at the factory. Other cars are deprived of this privilege. If you are the owner of just such a car, do not be upset. On the contrary, this will be a reason to install these parts yourself, and at the same time an opportunity to get to know your car better.

Before tuning the car interior with your own hands, you need to purchase a set of head restraints for Granta. They are available in almost all auto stores in the country.

We will also need the following tools:

• drill with drill number 6;
• key No. 10;
• marker (not black);
• screwdriver;
• sharp knife.

The first thing to do is remove the seat backs. To do this, you should carefully remove the upholstery and unzip the zipper. Next, unscrew it with a screwdriver and pull out all the plastic components and locking buttons that are located in the seat backs. After this, you need to find the centers of the colored inserts on the upholstery and mark them with a marker.

Then we attach the head restraints with brackets to the seat backs, marking the places where the head restraints will be installed. After this, we drill holes in the pipes of the latter, attach the brackets to the seats, and tighten the fasteners with a wrench. Next, use a sharp knife to make small cuts, in place of which we install the headrest fungi. At the final stage, carefully assemble the seats in the reverse order.

It is worth noting that headrests will not only add comfort to your Granta. Thanks to this tuning of the car interior, you can store things on the rear parcel shelf of the car and not worry about them falling on the heads of passengers.

All these improvements for the Lada Grant are designed to make operating the car more comfortable. They make driving much more enjoyable.

pros

What are the positive aspects of the increase in the number of cars?

• There is a huge manufacturing industry involved in manufacturing, selling and servicing automobiles, which means that numerous jobs are created.
• The comfort of people's lives increases. It is much more convenient to drive your own car than to depend on public transport, stomping to stops in the morning in the cold or heat, in the rain or snow.
• Well, there’s one more plus, maybe dubious, but still. It consists in the fact that a large number of cars produced leads to a similar growth in transport on the secondary market (where used cars flock from owners who have decided to replace the “iron horse”). Second-hand prices are low, so people with average earnings can afford a used car.

It is difficult to argue with the ambiguity of the phrase “A car is not a luxury, but a means of transportation.” You now know who the author of the expression is. Ilf and Petrov probably had no idea that it would become winged. But in vain.

External tuning of Lada Granta

Lada Granta had not yet managed to gain a foothold in the domestic automobile markets when they immediately began to modify it, and this directly affected the outside of the car most of all. Tuning of the external side of the model is completed in several directions.

• The railing part of the exterior body trim improvement varies both in weight and in the degree of aerodynamics, which in some cases can even correct minor distortions in the control system. Thanks to this detail, the car receives a distinctive design feature.
• LED improvements, which are suitable for almost any brand of car, are installed independently or in any workshop.
• The sunroof has become the most important element of the Lada Grant in the summer. Manufacturers have not thought through this element for the car model, and drivers have to do everything themselves, but such an addition not only improves the design of the car, but also adds comfort in the cabin in stuffy weather.
• The spoiler is one of the main elements of external tuning; in addition, it also serves an aerodynamic purpose, stabilizing the car at high speed. The color and shape of the spoiler are made to order, after measuring and reading the color from the base of the car body.
• The Lada Granta comes with standard manually adjusted mirrors, which causes a lot of problems. They can be replaced with analogue ones from Lada Kalina, which are adjusted electronically and also have a heating function, which is especially useful during condensation, rain or severe temperature changes. They are slightly smaller in size than standard Grand mirrors, but in reality this is almost unnoticeable. If electronic mirrors are not needed, then you can install heating on standard side mirrors in the inner part of the case without replacing it.
• Unfortunately, the standard equipment of the car does not include moldings, which can diversify the appearance in an original way. The cost of such an improvement is reasonable; the work can be done independently. To attach new moldings, you just need to order this part, not two sides of the body, take a degreaser and double-sided tape for fastening. To perfectly blend with the color of the body, moldings are created to order.
• Changing the washer fluid supply system is part of tuning the exterior of the car, but at the same time it can solve the problem of delayed fluid supply, which causes windshield wipers that work in dry mode for the first time to suffer.
• Negative changes to the body design include numerous vinyl stickers, which are in a fragmented picture with the entire style of the car, and often cause a smile.

If you want comfort, do it yourself

Many improvements were associated not with necessity, but with the desire to bring the car to perfection. For example, I decided to work on the roof.

Firstly, in the heat it quickly warmed up, and in winter it was cold. It turned out that Granta had nothing in her roof except iron. This surprised me: the “penny” even had some kind of insulation. Secondly, the sound insulation had to be improved - it was mediocre even in the “luxury” version. I wrote about all the changes in a blog on the grant makers forum.

Where to begin

Deep tuning of the new Lada Granta sedan should not be started before the end of the warranty period - this may result in refusal of free service. When purchasing a car ex-showroom, experienced craftsmen recommend using only external modifications that are decorative in nature. If the warranty does not matter, you can begin to modernize the engine and chassis.

Experienced experts recommend modifying cars that are in good technical condition. Therefore, before making any modifications, you will need to get the car in order.

External tuning of Lada Granta FL sedan

Often, the factory settings of the suspension and power plant are sufficient for the user. Car enthusiasts want to modernize the exterior parts of the body, decorative trim, and interior panels. The degree and depth of modification depends on the financial capabilities and imagination of the car owner.

Body panels

If you have no experience in self-modification, you should start with exterior decoration.

Installing tuning bumpers, door sills, mirrors, and designer wheels allows you to transform your car relatively inexpensively and quickly. Some connoisseurs prefer to install additional elements in the interior, or change the factory ones.

Typically the body tuning procedure looks like this.

1. The store selects the required part.
2. Buy paint of the required color. Typically, retrofit body panels are supplied to the market coated with a primer.
3. The car is washed thoroughly - it is recommended to use car shampoo or special soap. Particles of dust and dirt can prevent the repair from being carried out efficiently.
4. The car is driven into a well-lit garage, where the repair process takes place.
5. Next, the factory parts are removed and new ones are installed in their place.
6. The car is painted and polished.

Next comes the alteration of the interior, dashboard, door cards, and steering wheel.

Some car enthusiasts cover the panels with Alcantara, change the upholstery of the seats, or even install racing buckets.

Shumka

The next step is for motorists to enhance the factory sound insulation. Factory panels are designed to partially dampen vibration and absorb noise.

To properly “roll up” the car you will need to spend a lot of money. The panels are glued in two layers (the simplest method).

1. Bitumen sheets. If the car will not compete in competitions, it is enough to use 2-3 mm bitumen. The sheets are cut to size and rolled onto the metal surface with a roller.
2. Tuning of the Lada Granta fl sedan continues at the stage of installation of soundproofing slabs (splen). The sheets are rolled on top of the vibration insulation. Typically, users choose a layer thickness of no more than 10 mm.

If desired, you can use thicker panels, which will only improve the result.

Some craftsmen advise first reading the literature on exactly how and in what places insulating material should be applied. If you don’t have enough experience, you can make a lot of mistakes that reduce efficiency.

Photos will tell you what a similar tuning of the Lada Granta sedan looks like.

Acoustics

A separate category is the modernization of the car’s acoustic system. The factory setting is only suitable for listening to the radio in a traffic jam, not music at full volume.

The main requirement when installing more productive music in a car is the competent selection of noise insulation and vibration-absorbing layer

You should also decide what is important – volume or quality

Additionally, you should consult with specialists. It often turns out to be possible to build high-quality acoustics for reasonable money. The main thing is knowledge of the compatibility of individual blocks and experience in their installation.

First you need to make some noise:

Only then mount all the elements tightly.

It is also recommended to connect a technician after installation to calibrate the player and speakers.

Interior improvements

Tuning the interior of the Lada Granta liftback also implies a large selection of components and modification options.

A regular salon in the modern world may seem overly dull and monotonous.

Car enthusiasts use monotony as an advantage. Here you can install other chairs, put seat covers or change their upholstery. At the same time, the material used depends only on the car enthusiast’s wallet. If desired, you can install elements made of Alcantara, wood or suede.

Some drivers install updated linings on the gearshift lever, handbrake and central armrest.

Those who decide to go further can completely update the interior and make the inside of the car more welcoming and bright. The only caveat is that you need to follow the materials. Some coatings do not wash well and quickly lose their appearance.

Most users are annoyed by mediocre instrument lighting. To enhance the effect, follow a sequence of actions.

1. Disassemble the facing plastic.
2. Remove the instrument panel and disassemble it to gain access to the lamp bases.
3. Select light bulbs of the required size and preferred color. It is recommended to use diode light elements - they shine brighter and last longer.
4. Remove old lamps and install new ones in their place.
5. Assembly of the unit is performed in reverse order.

Shumka

The next type of tuning is modification of the factory sound insulation. Factory panels are designed to work in quiet driving mode on flat and smooth roads. If the car is driving along a country road, the driver often additionally squeezes everything out of the car - the factory solution is ineffective.

To reduce acoustic effects, experienced experts recommend increasing the factory noise level. Typically, modification is carried out in several stages.

1. The interior needs to be completely disassembled, all panels and trim elements removed.
2. Cover all metal panels with a vibration-absorbing layer based on bitumen. At the same time, the greater the thickness of the vibration insulation, the more effective the absorption of extraneous vibration will be.
3. The next stage is pasting the surface with a noise-absorbing layer. The porous structure of the material allows you to dampen sound vibrations, thereby increasing ride comfort.
4. Just before assembling the interior, you can get rid of the crickets. To do this, buy an “anti-creak” and glue it in all places where there is friction or contact with plastic or metal.
5. After this, you can begin assembling the interior.

Do-it-yourself tuning of the Lada Granta interior: instrument panel

As practice shows, the vast majority of Lada Granta owners are not satisfied with such an element of the car interior as the instrument panel. Namely, the color and intensity of its illumination. Many car owners turn to specialized auto repair shops for help, but it is quite possible to improve this part yourself. The main thing that is required for this is experience in working with a soldering iron and desoldering pump. Let's look at this tuning in more detail.

Based on this, tuning the Granta instrument panel will differ from the improvement of previous VAZ models.

Before tuning this part in a Lada with your own hands, you need to disassemble it. To do this, you need to bend the plastic clips located around the entire perimeter of the instrument panel. Next, remove the back cover. The latter is easy to reach by pulling up the special arrows. After removing the cover we will see the Granta instrument panel board. We take it out and proceed to the display. It may be soldered to the panel and you will need to use a desoldering pump to remove it. After soldering, the display antennae should move freely in the landing areas. After dismantling the display, we get access to all the LEDs on the Lada panel.

Next, you need to insert your own LEDs instead of the factory ones, and then immediately check the serviceability of the entire instrument panel. If all lights work, then you can begin reassembly.

When assembling the instrument panel, special attention should be paid to the location of the display antennae. They must fit into their seats as accurately as possible. Otherwise the system will stop working

Upon completion of assembly, it is worth treating the cover of the Granta shield with Anti-creak cream

Otherwise the system will stop working. Upon completion of assembly, it is worth treating the cover of the Granta shield with Anti-creak cream.

Interior modernization

For the Lada Granta, liftback interior tuning is designed to improve the interior space of the car. The simplest upgrade option would be to replace the seats or purchase covers. By painting individual elements of the panel or dashboard, you will be able to highlight this part of the car. This kind of work is easy to do with your own hands; just study the instructions for dismantling the plastic elements.

Interior lighting will not only look original, but will also significantly improve interior visibility. LED strips glued to Granta's thresholds make boarding/disembarking much easier. When starting work, a plan is initially drawn up for dismantling and assembling the panels, as well as connecting the lamps. Considering that the owners of this model noted poor sound insulation, you will have to work on it yourself.

For those who like to travel to the music, making a mobile disco out of a car is not difficult. The dimensions of the liftback trunk and interior allow the installation of the most sophisticated equipment. Installing huge speakers is too expensive, but worth it. Having seriously worked on the drive and suspension, you can build a racing car from a Lada Granta. And massive wheel arches will add style to your car.

Basics of mechanical tuning

The Lada Granta, which comes off the manufacturer's production line, has shortcomings and these little things can already be replaced after the first run-in of the car. The accelerator pedal responds weakly, traction at the bottom behaves indirectly, the car itself switches to powerful mode only after the driver presses the pedal all the way. Drivers want to get power out earlier. The power drops significantly even after turning on the air conditioner. This problem is solved after minor changes at a high degree of engine boost. Changes are being made to the intake and exhaust elements, the ShPG parts are replaced, the camshaft is reconfigured and the engine displacement is significantly increased. In the workshop, first of all, the engine controller is reconfigured, which corrects the original industrial firmware of the car. Tuning allows you to reduce fuel consumption, increase efficiency and power delivered to the car in the initial stages, as well as improve torque.

First level tuning

Before you start tuning the liftback grants, you should not immediately begin to chop up the hood filling. The first thing you should do is give the car a month, run it in properly and find out for yourself its behavior, driving dynamics, and, perhaps, identify structural factory defects that tuning will correct.

In any case, here are some innovations you can add to your car at first:

1. Installing a new air filter. By installing a zero-resistance air filter, you can add the amount of oxygen that enters the internal combustion chambers. Increasing the amount of oxygen will, in turn, increase engine power.
2. The increase in engine power will also be affected by replacing the exhaust manifold. The factory manifold is efficient, but installing a more balanced analogue will improve the results.
3. If during the run-in it was decided to carry out a complete engine upgrade, then it is better that it be carried out as a whole. Installing the forged parts and adding the turbo must be done at the same time in order for the engine to really start running better.

A few touches to increase power

If you decide to take tuning seriously and take on the engine, don’t rush. Having bought a new car, it is stupid to immediately start rebuilding the engine. First you need to break in the car, drive at least five thousand kilometers. Perhaps, after grinding in the parts and mechanisms, the sensations while driving will be wonderful and you will not want to change anything.

However, there is a small list of measures that need to be taken. A zero-resistance air filter will make it easier for your vehicle to “breathe.” After installing the filter, the amount of oxygen in the combustion chambers will increase by 6%. The value may be smaller depending on the number of engine revolutions. This will lead to an increase in power output. An updated exhaust kit will help increase the percentage of Granta's power. If the pipes are larger, the cylinders will be better ventilated, which will lead to a decrease in the resistance to the circulation of exhaust gases.

For daring racers, a sparkling muffler with tailpipes is a must-have option. This will make the car look more modern and stylish.

It is important not to neglect the chip tuning of the Lada Granta. If you reflash your car computer, you will be able to optimize your interaction with the car. Chip tuning will adjust your car to your usual driving style, this will help reduce fuel consumption and increase engine power

Chip tuning will adjust your car to your usual driving style, this will help reduce fuel consumption and increase engine power.

Another useful detail is the electronic gas pedal. It must be installed before performing chip tuning. An electronic pedal will help the control unit respond more accurately and quickly to any driver actions. This will also have a beneficial effect on fuel consumption. Advanced electronic pedals have a personal control unit on which you can switch modes.

Deep tuning of a Granta engine is usually not complete without installing forged metal piston parts, boring the cylinders, as well as installing a nitrogen accelerator and turbine on the engine. If you are interested in such changes, experts advise making them in a comprehensive manner, otherwise turbocharging the engine from the basic configuration will significantly increase the risk of pistons failure in the event of extreme loads. Forged parts are not cheap, so their installation must be justified by concerns about increasing the performance of the fuel supply system.

It is important to understand that if you have increased engine power, to consolidate the result you need to strengthen the brake system, it is also advisable to redo the transmission and pay attention to the suspension. If this is not done, the car will not surprise you for long, but will soon return to its original state.

"Deep" tuning

True engine boost enthusiasts can go much further in their pursuits. Among the most popular measures:

• installation of forged pistons;
• cylinder boring;
• installation of a nitrogen accelerator;
• turbocharged engine.

If you intend to strengthen the engine of your Granta Sport in this way, it is better to carry out tuning in a comprehensive manner. Installing a forged group is pointless without intensifying the fuel supply, and turbocharging accelerates the wear of serial pistons. And do not forget that increased “sporty” engine power requires intervention in other car systems. It will be necessary to strengthen the brakes, modify the suspension, and make changes to the transmission. Without these procedures, you will not be able to enjoy the speed of your fret for long.

Refinement of the power plant

The serial engine of the car was manufactured taking into account movement in the city and on the highway in compliance with traffic rules.

However, tuning for the Lada Granta liftback 2022 means not only a beautiful appearance.

Refinement of the engine and associated equipment is fraught with low results in the case of infusion of a small amount of funds, or an unusually high cost. Therefore, before you undertake the modernization of the internal combustion engine, you will need to perform several calculations.

1. What power increase does the user want to get at the output?
2. Will the suspension, chassis and transmission handle the increase in horsepower? And as a result, what will need to be completed to equalize the characteristics of the car.

A preliminary assessment is necessary due to erroneous tuning by beginners. Many car enthusiasts know that if you install a turbine on an engine, its performance will increase significantly. This increases the load on the piston group, cooling system, brakes, and transmission.

To obtain a 60-100% increase in power, the power plant will need to perform a number of modifications.

1. Completely disassemble the power plant and inspect it. Engine strengthening is carried out only if all components of the machine are in full working order, otherwise the risk of breakdowns increases.
2. Boring of cylinders and selection of a new piston.
3. Installation of a turbine and a more efficient cooling system. If you plan to increase engine power by more than 100%, it will also not be superfluous to install an oil cooler.
4. Reflashing the ECU or installing a new module. On the Lada Granta Liftback fl tuning the brain part is quite simple due to the large number of possible firmware and open source code.
5. Installation of an overcooked exhaust manifold, exhaust system and direct-flow type muffler.
6. Strengthening suspension and brakes. With increased power, the car will drive faster. Standard brakes can quickly overheat - a negative process that greatly reduces the performance of the calipers. There is also a risk of the car rocking on uneven surfaces due to the overly soft suspension. Therefore, tight struts, stiff springs and lowering the ground clearance are a necessary measure, unless the car is planned to be used on a dirt road (here a completely different set of parts will be required).
7. It is also recommended not to disdain the installation of additional body elements. Increasing the rigidity of the load-bearing part of the car will increase cornering stability.
8. At the same time, shock absorbers and struts are changed. This will allow you to tolerate increased speed normally.
9. Additional measuring instruments such as pressure in the turbine and others are displayed in the cabin - this will help to accurately monitor the processes occurring in the racing engine.

If the modification of the power plant is carried out by a competent specialist, if the power is increased by 50%, you will have to spend an amount equivalent to a third of the cost of the car. At the same time, increasing the performance of the internal combustion engine for every subsequent 10% will be disproportionately expensive, but if there is a desire, everything is possible.

Exterior change

Do-it-yourself modification of the Lada Grant can begin with modifying the appearance of the car and modernizing its aerodynamic characteristics. Installing a front bumper with a modernized water intake makes it possible to provide better airflow to the brake system and power unit.

Also included in the tuning section of the model in question is the conversion of turn signals to be compatible with side lights. To work you will need a soldering iron, wires, LEDs and insulating material. A standard lamp with two contacts is changed to an analog version with three terminals by laying wiring from the dimensions to the base.

The connection diagram looks like this:

• The contact is connected to the common ground;
• In addition, through 12 V it is in contact with the dimensions (5 V) and turn signals (25 V);
• As a result, when the dimensions are activated, a lower-power filament will light up, and the turning on of the direction indicators is accompanied by the lighting of more powerful lamp filaments.

One of the conditions for the long-term service of a car is caring for its body. One of the methods that can prolong its operation is polishing. The coating prevents the formation of corrosion and refreshes the overall appearance of the machine. The car should be polished in a dry garage or outside in consistently warm, but not hot, weather.

After washing and drying the vehicle, it is necessary to apply polish to the body and, using slow movements using a machine and a special nozzle, rub the product into the body at medium speed.

To perform this type of work at home, you will need the following tools and equipment:

• Polishing machine and corresponding attachments;
• Polish;
• Water.

Wax finish is the cheapest, but requires updating after 2-3 months. Teflon polish is an analogue of the previous variation. Makes the color of the car more saturated. Withstands up to 7-8 washes without loss of effect. The best options are epoxy and varnish treatments, which have high performance and do not require updating for 6-9 months.

How to improve the motor and accelerator assembly?

Here chip tuning should come to the fore. The basic setting assumes that the electronic control module implements averaged and optimal engine operating parameters that are suitable for the vehicle's running-in process. The modernization procedure involves removing the microcircuit from the ECU and reconfiguring it. You should carry out this activity yourself only if you have certain knowledge and experience in the field of programming. For the average owner of a Lada Grant sedan, such a specific procedure as chip tuning is not available, so its implementation should be entrusted to experienced programmers from specialized studios. If you perform the firmware correctly, it is quite possible to achieve a power increase of 15-20%. An adjustment to the level of fuel consumption may also occur here. This parameter depends on the software version.

Another significant point that can provoke increased attention from the owner is the accelerator pedal. The standard setting of the unit is characterized by a “sluggish” response of the Lada Granta sedan engine to pressing the corresponding pedal

To achieve a sharp increase in speed, you will need to press the pedal deeper, but even here there are delays. This annoying feature can be minimized by tightening the damper cable drive and adjusting the camshaft.

Chip tuning

For some car enthusiasts, just the styling upgrades may be enough. However, only for the first time. In the future, you will probably want to get even more power from your car. Engine chip tuning can help with this.

In short, engine chip tuning is the reprogramming of the ECU in order to increase power. This procedure not only increases engine power, but also reduces fuel consumption.

Unfortunately, chip tuning also has some disadvantages. Negative points include:

1. Almost 100% chance of removing the car from warranty. It is unlikely that the manufacturer will want to undertake repairs to the car in the event of a breakdown.
2. Maintenance. You will have to service your car more often.

Where to buy tuning for Granta

You can buy Tuning for Lada Granta (VAZ 2190) in the Tuning-Plast online store at attractive prices. To do this, you need very little: just select the desired product, put it in your cart, fill out the order form correctly and send it to us. After some time, our manager will contact you. Revive the appearance of your usual car, add bright colors and original details. Especially when there is a great opportunity to place an order without leaving your home or office. This convenient method will significantly save your valuable time. You no longer need to go somewhere special to purchase Lada Granta tuning. You can place your order through the online store and receive it at the warehouse of the transport company in your city.

In our catalog you will find a wide variety of tuning kits for the Lada Granta of various designs, so you will definitely choose the right option for yourself. Each body kit is made in a specific style: aggressive, sporty, classic or elegant. A wide range of tuning will allow you to stand out from the crowd of your peers. For those who want to “breathe” new life into their car, tuning is an excellent solution. In addition, along with the external characteristics, you will improve the aerodynamic features of the Lada Granta. This means that your car will feel better during fast and rapid driving.

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