Step-by-step instructions for replacing the clutch cable of a Lada Granta

The Lada Granta has a cable clutch from Lada Kalina. The principle of operation is similar to the “classic”. To maintain the unit in good condition, it is necessary to systematically inspect the mechanism, carry out preventive maintenance, and lubricate it. We carry out the work independently, without outside help from service station specialists. According to the regulations, 0.57 standard hours are allotted for replacement, which approximately corresponds to 34 minutes, but I spent 1.5 hours.

In principle, nothing complicated, although the pedal assembly is a little cramped - the fuse block is in the way on one side, and the power steering on the other. You never know what you can do till you try. I’ll add on my own that there is one nuance - this is a plastic insert that must be removed from the old cable and put on the new one, otherwise the plastic on the new cable will break, and you also need to remove the front left wheel and unscrew the plastic protection.

Clutch device Lada “Granta”

Main clutch elements:

• flywheel;
• basket with drive disk;
• driven disk;
• fork with lever;
• sheathed cable.

Torque from the crankshaft is transmitted to the flywheel, to which a basket with a drive disk presses the driven disk. The latter, in turn, transmits torque to the gearbox shaft. When you press the clutch pedal, the Lada “Granta” clutch cable is stretched, forcing the clutch fork to press on the petals of the basket. The driven disk stops pressing against the flywheel and the mechanical connection between the crankshaft and the gearbox is broken.

A special feature of the Lada “Grant” clutch is a self-adjustment mechanism, thanks to which there is no need to adjust the length of the clutch cable during vehicle operation. However, after replacing parts, adjustment of the Grant clutch cable is necessary.

When is it necessary to change the clutch cable?

As a rule, replacing the cable is necessary when it breaks or is stretched too much (adjusting the cable does not allow normal operation of the clutch).

In this case:

• the clutch pedal becomes tight;
• the pedal stroke changes;
• squeezing the clutch is also difficult;
• the clutch pedal falls to the floor;

As a result, gears are difficult to engage, and a crunching noise may appear in the gearbox when shifting. Please note that ignoring the problem, as well as active attempts to “stick” the gear with a crunch while driving and other efforts that the driver makes when trying to change gears with a faulty clutch, can cause severe wear of the synchronizers and other elements of the gearbox. This means that there is no need to delay replacing the cable.

Moreover, this procedure is not complicated and can be done with your own hands in a regular garage. The only caveat is that you have to work in the area of ​​the pedal assembly, which is not entirely convenient (the fuse box and power steering are in the way).

Signs of a faulty clutch cable

Replacing the Lada “Granta” clutch cable is necessary in the following cases:

• the clutch pedal “falls” (the cable is broken);
• The pedal is pressed and returned unevenly, jerking is observed when starting off (the clutch cable gets stuck).

What you need to replace the clutch cable

To change the clutch cable you will need:

• key to 8;
• ruler;
• flat screwdriver;
• pliers;
• new clutch cable.

Recommendations

1. As a rule, the clutch “disappears” when the clutch fork breaks or the cable breaks.
   In such a situation, you can drive your car to the service center without using the clutch pedal. To do this, turn off the engine, engage first gear, then start with the gear engaged. To upshift, you need to re-gear, and to downshift, you need to wait until the engine speed drops to suitable values. We also recommend reading a separate article on how to drive without a clutch. In this article you will learn how to get to the repair site with a broken clutch.
2. Usually the cable threads break at the base of the pinch.
   Some car enthusiasts attach the clutch cable lead to bearings to avoid bending it. The result is increased reliability and increased service life of the cable. When replacing the cable, the plastic insert is removed from the old cable and placed on the new cable. If this is not done, the plastic on the new cable will quickly break.
3. If the Grant clutch is being replaced, the gearbox or engine is being removed, experienced car enthusiasts recommend replacing the clutch cable if the cable has traveled more than 30-40 thousand km. Also on the Granta, clutch adjustment and inspection are necessary if even minor problems appear with the clutch pedal or difficulties with gear shifting.

Replacing the clutch cable Lada “Granta”

Dismantling the clutch cable is carried out as follows:

• unscrew the nut securing the cable to the pedal bracket (located in the cabin under the front panel);

• remove the cable sheath stop from the pin;

• Using pliers, remove the locking bracket holding the clutch pedal axis;
• pull out the axle;
• remove the clutch pedal;
• disconnect the spring from the clutch pedal bracket;
• using pliers, pull out and remove the cable end stopper;

• disconnect the cable end from the clutch pedal;
• remove the cable sheath seal located in the engine compartment;

• pull the tip of the clutch cable inserted into the fork in the direction of vehicle travel;
• pull the cable tip out of the fork groove;

• unscrew the cable end lead;
• remove the cable braid guide bushing inserted into the hole in the gearbox bracket;
• remove the clutch cable from the Lada “Grant” by dragging it out of the hole in the partition between the car’s interior and the engine compartment.

The new clutch cable should be pre-lubricated by pouring a little oil between the braid and the cable. The clutch cable is installed as follows:

• pass the cable into the passenger compartment from the engine compartment through the hole in the shield (partition);
• attach a compensation mechanism to the pedal pin that regulates the tension as the clutch disc wears out;
• install the clutch pedal in place and fix its axis;
• fix the cable sheath stop on the pin located on the pedal block bracket;
• install the clutch cable seal on the partition of the engine compartment;
• thread the clutch cable into the hole in the gearbox bracket;
• install the cable braid guide in the same hole;
• insert the driver into the lower tip of the clutch cable so that the tip protrudes beyond the end of the driver by 1 mm;
• set the clutch cable to the working position, moving the lower tip all the way forward in the direction of movement of the machine (you will have to overcome the resistance of the mechanism spring);
• measure the distance between the driver and the clutch fork, holding the cable in an extended position;
• by rotating the leash, set the gap to 27 mm;
• insert the cable tip into the groove on the clutch fork;
• release the tip (the spring should move the tip towards the fork, installing it without gap);
• press the clutch pedal three times;
• re-measure the gap between the fork and the driver;
• If necessary, adjust the cable by rotating the leash.

Adjustment of the Grant clutch cable is carried out only after its installation. Subsequently, the correct length of the cable is ensured by a compensation mechanism. He makes sure that the cable is constantly in a slightly taut position. If there is a deviation from the norm, the mechanism either adds the length of the cable or reduces it.

How do I replace the clutch assembly or its components?

Many are also interested in the question of how the clutch is replaced. Next, we will consider the features of replacing a disc or other elements in the clutch units of Lada Granta, Prior and Kalin. Choosing a clutch is not difficult, since the market is represented by many offers. This aspect is influenced not only by individual preference, but also by the price factor.

The disc replacement process is identical, regardless of the modification of the designated VAZ models, including the Lada Granta. Having decided on the choice of element, we proceed to the direct replacement procedure.

1. The initial action will be to dismantle the LADA Granta transmission unit.
2. If you plan to reinstall the pressure plate (basket), you will need to first mark the location of the flywheel and housing. This manipulation allows you to save balancing and install the disk in a position identical to the element previously located here.
3. Next, we mount a special bushing (mandrel) into the central hole of the pressure element. If such a mandrel is not observed, then it is possible to dismantle the assembly without it, but you will need to hold the driven disk during removal in order to prevent it from falling out.
4. To eliminate the risk of the flywheel turning, we arm ourselves with a locking component (screwdriver or mounting blade).
5. We unscrew the 6 bolts that hold the basket on the flywheel. The action should be characterized by uniformity and without completely removing first one screw, then the second, etc.
6. Now we remove the casing together with the driven disk.
7. Having detected the presence of damage on the surface of the assembly elements, the next step is a complete replacement of the clutch.
8. We focus special attention on the degree of wear of the friction linings on the disk in LADA Granta. When it is discovered that they are oiled or the rivets are deepening, we urgently replace such an element. We check the rigidity of the damper springs. If they are found to be damaged, the disk must also be recycled. We inspect the disc for runout. If its value exceeds 1 mm, then this fact means the part is unsuitable for use.
9. We inspect the pressure element and the flywheel, especially the plane of their contact. Areas with scuff marks, signs of overheating and wear are strictly unacceptable.
10. We study in detail the condition of the disc spring, on the surface of which traces of the indicated defects are also unacceptable. The contact points of the petals of this part to the bearing device (“release”), which carries out the process of disengaging the clutch of the disc with the flywheel, must be in a single plane. No defects are appropriate in this case, and the discrepancy should not exceed 0.8 mm. If this parameter is not maintained, then a complete replacement of the clutch is necessary.
11. Don't forget to inspect the spring support rings. It also excludes the presence of any defects.
12. When, based on the completed set of testing manipulations, the fact of the need to replace certain elements of the clutch assembly or the entire assembly structure has been identified, then before starting work it will be necessary to monitor the characteristics of the movement of the driven disk along the corresponding section of the transmission unit shaft. If, during movement, the fact of jamming, jamming, or other aspects that do not allow free movement of the disk emerges, then these negative factors must be eliminated without fail. When achieving such a result is not possible, you should resort to replacing the entire list of defective parts.
13. When carrying out the installation procedure, it is imperative to take into account the issue related to the correct installation of the driven disk in relation to the pressure component of the basket.
14. First, we center the disk, using the mandrel we previously designated for these purposes. This will require careful consideration to ensure the element is positioned correctly in relation to the flywheel.
15. Now we fix the basket directly to the flywheel using the bolts indicated here. We proceed by analogy with the dismantling procedure in terms of ensuring reliable retention of the flywheel from the risk of turning.
16. Do not forget about the correct tightening of the basket fixing bolts. The procedure involves an algorithm of actions with uniform screwing of each of the fasteners. It is impossible to fully tighten one particular bolt, since such an action may cause the basket to skew, thereby causing incorrect operation and uneven wear of the clutch elements.
17. The next step involves removing the previously installed mandrel from the corresponding recess in the center of the flywheel.
18. After this, you can attach the transmission unit to the engine block.
19. Now we mount the lower end of such a part as the clutch cable to the corresponding bracket on the gearbox housing, after which we carry out the previously indicated adjustment. Do not forget to install the compensation device in its original position, which will allow you to return the clutch cable to its original position. This procedure is necessary so that the compensation device, shifted to its lowest position, can signal to the owner that the disc is worn out. Replacement of the clutch cable in the LADA Granta has been completed.

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When choosing components, give preference to high-quality parts with original catalog numbers. Purchase spare parts from certified points of sale, official representative offices, and dealers.

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Clutch drive adjustment

After installing the cable, it is necessary to adjust the clutch drive. To do this, the cable is pulled forward by the threaded end until it stops (you need to overcome the force of the clutch pedal spring). Next, the cable is held in an extended position.

The adjustment looks like this:

1. Using a caliper, measure the distance from the end of the plastic guide to the clutch fork lever (the norm is 27 mm).
2. If deviations are noticeable, you need to obtain the desired distance by rotating the leash.

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All steps from start to finish

Open the hood and find the gearbox. The starter will be located nearby. All nodes are covered with a filter that needs to be removed:

1. Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery (key “10”);
2. We disconnect in turn: the mass air flow sensor connector (oval), the adsorber valve (we press the tongue from below). We also loosen and remove the fastening tie for the “thick wire”;

Getting rid of unnecessary details

A “fork” will be attached to the top of the crankcase - a bent plate with a slot. This is the clutch fork (see photo).

Found the most important detail

Using pliers wrapped in electrical tape, try to pull the tip forward.

Clutch adjustment on Lada Granta (first method)

Here we will look at how to adjust the clutch on a Lada Grant:

1. Grasping the end of the cable, pull it forward as far as it will go.
2. Using a caliper, measure the distance from the fork to the plastic leash. The distance should be exactly 27 mm.

If everything is set up and checked, measure the clutch pedal travel.

We measure the free movement distance

The distance from the “top point” to the “bottom” should not exceed 146 mm.

If at the last stage it turns out to be more than 146, then the cable needs to be replaced.

Alternative clutch adjustment method (second method)

No calipers are needed here:

1. Carry out step 1 as indicated above - pull the tip forward.
2. Let go of the tip and look: if the leash does not fit tightly to the fork, screw it onto the rod.
3. Press and release the pedal (3 times), repeat steps 1 and 2.