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The door trim (trimming, panel) is removed in case of repair of the door lock, window regulator or speakers, as well as for modifications to the car, for example, installing additional sound insulation. Let's take a step-by-step look at how to remove the door trim of a Lada Granta with your own hands.
Removing Granta door trims
If you decide to do the soundproofing yourself or simply repair something inside the door (ESD, door handle, etc.), you will have to remove the door trim. |
Lada Granta door trims are fixed with self-tapping screws and special plastic handles (clips). There is a possibility that the cufflinks will break when the upholstery is removed (especially in the cold season), so it is recommended to purchase new cufflinks in advance. |
Tools required: Phillips screwdriver and screwdriver. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery.
- Using a screwdriver, pry up the stud of the screw that secures the top cover;
- Disable;
- Unscrew the screw;
- Remove the screw that secures the trim inside the door pocket.
- Pry up the door handle trim with a flathead screwdriver;
- Remove it and unscrew the two screws located under the casing;
- Remove the two screws at the bottom of the door trim;
- Unscrew the lock latch on the door;
- For a vehicle without power windows, remove the hinge arm seal;
- Insert a long slotted screwdriver between the strip and the door, one by one, unhook the fasteners along the perimeter of the upholstery;
- Pull the trim away from the door;
- Disconnect all wiring harnesses from the control unit.
The door trim is held on by 9-meter pins (clamps). Remember their location, then removal will be much easier. |
Tools required: Phillips screwdriver and straight screwdriver. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery.
- Using a thin flat screwdriver, press out the lock on the window handle;
- Move this lock aside;
- Remove the power window handle and socket;
- Unscrew the rear door lock latch.
- Lift the rear door handle strip using a putty knife or straight screwdriver;
- Remove the tailgate handle cover;
- Remove the 2 screws under the handle washer;
- Insert a long slotted screwdriver between the rod and the door;
- Remove the clips from the upholstery one at a time.
- Pull the trim away from the door;
- The location of the 10 pins (clips) on the Grant rear door trim is shown in the figure.
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Important points
- It is necessary to remember that there are also plastic latches under the fastening screws of the casing. And after unscrewing all the screws, you will have to overcome the resistance of these latches, literally tearing the trim off the door. It will not be possible to pry these clips with any tool - they are too far away. So it is not uncommon for situations when, after removing the casing, half of the clips are broken. There is only one way out: have a set of spare door latches on hand;
- on cars with electric windows, control units are located only in the front doors. Therefore, when removing the rear door trims, you will not have to disconnect all kinds of wires from the connectors;
- The locking button has a left-hand thread only on the earliest Granta models, released in 2011. On later machines, the threads became right-handed.
So, removing the door trim from Granta is not a difficult task. Even a novice car enthusiast can do it. And an experienced car owner needs no more than 10 minutes to deal with one door. The picture is spoiled only by the internal plastic latches, the breakage of which, it seems, has never been possible for anyone. But this is an “innate” design flaw that you have to come to terms with.
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How to Remove the Rear Door Trim on a Priora
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Drivers of domestic cars often encounter problems such as noise insulation of doors, tuning, broken windows and door openings, and jammed glass. Not all car owners, of course, immediately contact a car dealership. Some of the work is done by itself, the nettle removes the skin. We will talk specifically about the Lada Priora car - the most popular car in the Russian car market at the moment.
Removing door pre-treatment
The body of the Priora car is attached to strong fasteners and bolts, mostly made of plastic. The clips have to be broken when working, so you need to worry about what you really need, especially if you do it in winter when the plastic becomes more brittle.
You will need to arm yourself with a Phillips and straight screwdriver. It is also necessary that you disconnect the negative cable from the battery before doing any work. To prevent damage to the gasket, keep the screwdriver close to the bolts and holders while working. To avoid breaking the paint on the top of your car door, you need to wrap the screwdriver crosses with electrical tape, and also, you don't need wire insulation. How to take off Door treatment?
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Materials and tools:
- crosshead screwdriver;
- flat screwdriver;
- insulating tape;
- clamps.
Removing the front panel of the car is done in stages. First of all, you need to unscrew all the screws, they are located near the car door handle, as well as the bolts that secure the special power window control module. They then pull out this module along with the car's mirror adjustment system.
Secondly, you need to disconnect the wires connected to the systems and leading to the power source by disabling the latch. Then, if you disconnect what is left to make our customers' wires, proceed to unwind the handle housing holders. So the front door is disassembled.
Remove the bolts by unscrewing the bolts. The car lining is fixed with 3 screws located at the bottom; they must be unscrewed. Next, unscrew the special button responsible for locking the door lock. The next step is to remove the trim from the front door of the Prior, which is the most difficult.
Using a flathead screwdriver, carefully lift the panel and remove the special plastic clips that hold the pad in place. When they come out, set them aside. What remains for our client to do is the main work.
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The car door is no different from removing the front
door
. The difference is that the rear doors do not have a rear window or rear view mirrors.
Summarize. Be careful not to drop any traces of installation tools. We must not forget that it is necessary to dismantle what remains for our client, what is mounted on top, so that the possibility of positioning the parts located there does not interfere with production. Observing our client, the above notes and tips remain, removing indents will not cause you much trouble both on the money side of the issue and with unfamiliar time issues.
Instructions for removing the cladding on Kalina
The first three operations are performed the same way for all Lada Kalina doors. The exception is the trunk hatches of hatchback and station wagon cars, where the disassembly procedure is much simpler. Here's what to do:
- By hand, unscrew and pull out the cap of the latch designed to lock the door lock from the inside.
- Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 4 screws holding the music system speaker.
- Remove the speaker and disconnect the wires from it.
Unscrewing the blocker and acoustics
Tip. The acoustics can be attached either to the door card itself or to the metal door frame. If, after removing the speaker, you observe the first option, then during assembly it is better to redo the fasteners by drilling holes for self-tapping screws. The acoustics should be mounted to the door, not to the upholstery.
Attaching the speaker to the casing is wrong
The further procedure of work differs depending on the location of the door that you are disassembling.
Front passenger door
Here the decorative panel is held on by 8 clips, 2 screws securing the internal handle and two self-tapping screws located under the plastic pocket. The algorithm for dismantling it is as follows:
- Using an awl, carefully pry the edge of the plastic plug hiding the screw in the door handle and remove it. Remove the second screw cover in the same way.
- Remove both handle screws.
- Pull the door opening handle towards you, unscrew the fastening screw and remove the lever. After which you will be able to remove the entire handle.
- Unscrew the 2 screws at the bottom of the door card, under the plastic pocket.
- Take a flat head screwdriver and pry the top right corner of the trim panel to disengage the first tab. Grab the casing with your fingers and release the remaining pistons manually.
- After separating the panel from the door, disconnect the wires coming from the power window button. To do this, pry the connector tab with a screwdriver and pull the block out of the button block. Dismantling of the cladding has been completed.
Passenger side panel removed
Advice. When prying up the edge of the door card with a flat-head screwdriver, you should place a rag under it so as not to scratch the paintwork on the inside.
Nuances of disassembling the driver's door
On this side, the decorative panel is removed in the same order as on the passenger side. But due to small differences in the design, it is necessary to take into account the following nuances:
- To make the trim easier to remove, you need to remove the plastic panel covering the rear-view mirror adjustment lever;
- the first screw for securing the armrest is located under the plug, and the second is in the recess of the handle;
- the door opening handle is located on top of the armrest and is removed after unscrewing the fastening screw.
The plastic socket for the mirror drive can be easily removed by hand
The panel on the rear view mirror adjustment is removed using a flat screwdriver, which is used to pry it off from below. On vehicles equipped with electrically controlled mirrors, there is no adjustment lever, and instead there is a plug on the panel.
On the driver's side, the screw is hidden in the armrest
Reference. Some drivers unknowingly try to pick out this plug to disconnect the panel. The action is useless, since the element is easily removed by hand, but unsuccessful attempts leave unsightly scratches on it.
Screw securing the lever for opening the door
Rear door trim
Here the upholstery is pressed to the door by 10 plastic clips and 2 screws securing the handle. The disassembly technology is as follows:
- The first step is to remove the mechanical window lifter handle. Use an awl to pry up the plastic half-ring that secures the lever to the axle. Pull it out and remove the handle.
- Pull out the 2 plastic plugs on the door handle and remove the fastening screws. After this, the element will be easily removed.
- Using a flat-head screwdriver, pull out the lower far corner of the decorative panel and snap out the first piston.
- Grab the door card with your hand and remove it, releasing the remaining clips along the contour. The casing has been successfully dismantled.
Scheme for dismantling the decorative panel
Note
Please note that the opening handle lever on Kalina 1 will have to be unscrewed and removed, but on Kalina 2 there is no need to remove it, since it is screwed directly to the door and is in no way connected to the decorative panel
To remove the window lifter handle, you need to pull out the half ring
Otherwise, the upholstery on the doors of the second generation Lada Kalina car is removed in the same way, there are no differences.
Remove the front door trim of the Lada Granta
Any car owner can dismantle the door panel trim on the Lada Granta model on his own, since this work does not involve any difficulties.
Removing the casing takes little time. The procedure itself can be carried out through several simple steps. For dismantling, you should only equip yourself with screwdrivers: flat-profile and figured. In this article we will describe how to remove the trim on a Grant from the front door and, accordingly, from the rear door.
How to dismantle the casing in Grant yourself?
How to remove the casing correctly and with your own hands? The first step is to disconnect the negative terminal from the power battery of the Lada Grant. This action is not necessary if the stern doors are not equipped with power windows. When dismantling the trim from the front door panel, disconnecting the terminal is a mandatory measure!
To securely fit the casing in its place, you will need to acquire new clips. It is possible that these fasteners may break during the removal procedure.
Next, on the decorative door panel of the Lada Granta, using a flat-profile screwdriver, pry up the plug and remove it. We act carefully to avoid breaking off its fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the fixing screw. We perform a similar procedure with a bolt located in a plastic socket.
After this, we switch to the plugs placed in the handle itself
If you carefully remove them, you will have access to two screws that also need to be unscrewed. We recommend placing all fastening elements in suitable containers. This will allow you to quickly and accurately assemble the unit to its previous state.
This will allow you to quickly and accurately assemble the unit to its previous state.
The only action left is to unscrew the remaining pair of trim fixing bolts, which are located at the bottom of the door card.
To remove the locking button, you will need to perform a simple manipulation - turn it to the left and slowly pull it up.
If the car is equipped with a manual drive of the mirror mechanism, then use a screwdriver to pry up the sealing gasket of the mirror hinge lever and remove it.
Based on the photo, it is recommended to first familiarize yourself with the locations of the clips in the Lada Granta. This will reduce the risk of damage and save time on work.
How to remove manual or power windows?
Removing manual mechanisms
In this case, armed with a flat screwdriver, we effortlessly press the mechanism handle lock away from the socket. Next, we move the latch to a position where its protrusion is freed from engagement with the socket. Now remove the socket with the handle.
If the window lift is electric?
The process of removing a panel with an electric mechanism on a LADA Granta is similar to that discussed earlier: the panel is pryed off and dismantled. To eliminate interference caused by the removed panel, it should be placed inside the door card by feeding it through the hole that is the panel seat.
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The final stage of dismantling the casing
How to remove the trim carefully? Using a plastic spatula, pry up the casing and carefully remove it from its engagement with the latches. Next we see the switching harnesses with cables. They are necessary to connect door mechanisms:
They are necessary to connect door mechanisms:
- window regulator;
- mirror drive;
- loudspeaker, etc. (depending on the configuration version).
We disconnect their connectors.
Upon completion of work, you should make sure that there are no broken clips. If any are present, then we replace them with new analogues. We assemble the casing on the LADA Granta in the reverse order. Now you have become familiar with how to remove the trim on a domestic car on the front door and, accordingly, the rear door.
Reviews
№ | Positive |
1. | Gennady: Grant has been a year and a half since purchase, no special comments. But the sound insulation is weak, and the vibration insulation is also poor. On the advice of my comrades, I additionally covered it with Visalis. Fortunately, the process is not complicated, I first read the instructions. |
2. | Vasily: the car is two years old, I’m happy with the assembly, after the showroom I immediately ordered additional sound insulation. There are no complaints about the body. I systematically carry out inspections at service stations, buy original consumables, and treat equipment with care. |
3. | Alexey: despite the fact that the car is in the budget segment, the assembly is decent, the quality is above average. Of course, there are breakdowns, but they are minor and can be easily fixed on your own. |
4. | Kirill: during the year of active operation of the machine, there were no comments; I made no capital investments, with the exception of the purchase of consumables for maintenance. Additionally, I sealed the perimeter of the card with a sealant, since it was knocking on the paving stones. Factory vibration isolation. |
5. | Dmitry: I’m happy with the car; finally, a domestic manufacturer has learned to make high-quality models. Of course, problems happen, but they can be easily fixed on your own, without going to a workshop. |
6. | Vasily: my positive review of the Lada Granta. The quality of workmanship, assembly of parts is above average, spare parts are available, prices are moderate. |
7. | Alexander: two years of active use of the car, no own garage, the car sleeps in the open air. There were no major damages, the plastic was not deformed, the fit was tight. |
Negative | |
1. | Victor: the map began to creak already at 350,000 km. I didn’t contact the service department, I applied the sealant myself. At the 65,000 km mark, I replaced the plastic on the right side, it was deformed. |
2. | Gennady: after several times the car was idle under the sun, the plastic began to squeak and squeak. I ordered a bulkhead from the service station and additional sound insulation. |
3. | Ivan: problems with the car began after purchasing it: knocking, creaking plastic, depressurization of the interior. There are many shortcomings that need to be quickly eliminated. |
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Preparing the machine for work, necessary tools
The car must be driven into a garage or box (an inspection hole is optional - only when repairing other vehicle components) and secured in place, supporting the wheels to prevent shifting. It is allowed to carry out repairs outdoors in warm, windless weather on flat asphalt or a concrete surface. Be sure to find a fastening box with compartments so as not to confuse what was taken out and where it came from.
For the dismantled cladding, you will need free space to put it aside until the very end of all repair activities. This way it will be completely preserved – it can be further cleaned from the inside before re-installation. You should definitely stock up on clips, which may crack during the process of removing the trim (a kit for such work should be on hand).
You should also disconnect the battery (negative terminal) to prevent a short circuit due to elements under the casing. All components removed from under the trim can also be placed away from the car so that they do not accidentally get underfoot. The following instructions apply to all Lada Granta cars without changes by the owners.
Fastening elements are located along the lower perimeter (three bolts per ten), as well as along the entire door card - eight pistons. To complete all the work you will need:
- two screwdrivers (Phillips and flat head);
- set of tools for removing trim. If this is not the case, then you can use a flat-head screwdriver, an unnecessary credit card, or a similar flat tool;
- latex gloves;
Set of tools for removing trim and clips - rags;
- soldering iron (for fixing wires to the speakers in the absence of a detachable connection).
Additional tools may be required depending on the situation and the intended task.
Tips and tricks
To achieve optimal results, you need to follow these tips:
It is worth remembering that hermetically sealing the door trim not only allows you to insulate/isolate from unnecessary noise and vibration, but also improves the sound quality of speaker systems. Dense low frequencies directly depend on the presence of material inside, and the presence of extra gaps will add unpleasant ringing and resonance when the speakers are operating.
It is best to test the reliability of the work performed by opening and closing the doors several times and testing the installed elements while driving. If possible, you can take a passenger with you who would monitor how the sound comes in and whether there is a draft through the casing and cracks.
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Selecting a skin
As a substitute for standard door inserts, you can use:
- genuine leather. The cladding will look good and serve for a long time, but the cost of the material cannot be called affordable. It is better to use natural leather if you plan to upholster the car interior with your own hands;
- leatherette (dermantine) - inferior in quality, but costs much less than genuine leather. More than a reasonable option for finishing doors;
- eco leather. The material is a high-quality substitute for genuine leather. The composition includes cotton, cellulose-based artificial materials, synthetic polymers and natural leather. Has excellent elasticity, resistance to temperature changes and mechanical stress;
- velours. The material is well suited for door trim, used for car interior trim, and less commonly for ceilings;
- alcantara. High-quality samples will not be cheap, but an analogue from a budget manufacturer can be found at a very reasonable price. Of course, the material from famous manufacturers is of higher quality and easier to paste, but the budget option can also provide a pleasant tactile sensation;
- artificial suede fabric. The textile consists of polyester on a cotton base. Velvety and soft to the touch;
- a special fabric that is usually used to replace a car's headliner. The material must be dense if it is intended to cover the elbow areas, and not just decorative inserts. Prices for ceiling fabric are quite reasonable.
Material, tools
You can calculate the amount of material required for sheathing yourself. We cannot indicate these figures, since everything depends on the size of the insert, as well as the area of the bends. For an approximate calculation, you can use a ruler and formulas for calculating the area of geometric shapes. The price of fabric is set per linear meter.
You can sheathe cards using glue, which is used to reupholster the ceiling with your own hands. If you follow the technology, you are guaranteed not to have problems with GTA Boterm or universal glue “88”. If you cannot buy these adhesives, you can use Moment-1 Glue or Kaiflex K414 Glue. To cover all the door cards of an average passenger car, you will only need one 1 l/0.8 kg can. To apply the glue you will need a brush. Before gluing, it is advisable to degrease the surface. To do this, simply wipe the repair area with a paper towel soaked in solvent.
You will definitely need a standard kit for assembling and disassembling the door cards of your car. Usually a medium-sized Phillips screwdriver is enough for this. To avoid damaging the casing, to remove the cards after unscrewing the screw connections, you can use a set of plastic elements for dismantling car interior panels. You will also need a utility knife and scissors to trim the fabric. The need for a specialized tool may arise at the stage of detaching the fabric inserts from the plastic frame of the door cards.
If the window lift is electric?
The process of removing a panel with an electric mechanism on a LADA Granta is similar to that discussed earlier: the panel is pryed off and dismantled. To eliminate interference caused by the removed panel, it should be placed inside the door card by feeding it through the hole that is the panel seat.
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How to remove the door trim of a Lada Priora yourself
The car brand was released twelve years ago, and since then has been very popular among drivers. And it’s not surprising, because the cost of a high-quality product from the domestic automobile industry is quite low.
Many car enthusiasts can afford to buy it. Repairs and service are cheap, and some parts can be replaced yourself.
For example, from this article, readers will learn how to remove the Priora door trim.
In some cases, vehicle owners want to replace the door trim on the Priora. Achieving this goal is quite simple; you will need a minimum of tools. Lack of experience should not be scary; even people who are not involved in such repairs will be able to remove the old door trim and install a new door trim according to the instructions.
How to remove the trim
The process is divided into three main stages:
- Finding all screws and fixing elements, unscrewing the bolts.
- Removing door trims.
- Dismantling the casing.
The covering of the rear and front panels is removed separately. These steps will be described in detail below in the article; if you do not want to go to a car repair shop, we will provide instructions on how to remove the door trim on a Lada Priora car.
Why is dismantling necessary?
The upholstery of the Lada Priora car is available in several colors. If a car enthusiast wants to change the interior color, then he will have to change not only the seat upholstery, but also the door trim. Components such as noise insulation or insulation cannot be installed without first removing the sheathing.
If the window lifts are damaged, or the door handles are damaged, you will also have to remove the Priora door trim, notice the broken components, and install it back. Also, over time, the cladding loses its appearance, stains appear that cannot be removed.
How to dismantle the casing: instructions
You will need the following tools:
- flat screwdriver;
- Phillips screwdriver;
- clips and pistons to which the covering is attached.
It is not necessary to complete the last point, but it’s better to stock up on clips and pistons in case you break the old ones. In order not to waste time and not run to the store, it is advisable to buy the kit in advance.
When choosing caps or clips for Priora, pay attention to what brand they are intended for. These components for Priora are similar to parts for Kalina
The difference is in length - for Kalina, the clips are one and a half millimeters longer. Ask consultants for help, they will help you choose the right parts.
Front door
So how do you remove the front door trim? Reading the instructions:
- Unscrew the door lock latch.
- Unscrew the screw securing the handle to the door. Remove the screw and remove the handle.
- Unscrew both bolts that hold the switch block. Remove the unit; to do this, unclip the wires from the connector.
- Find the three fixing screws at the bottom of the door, unscrew them, and set them aside.
- Unclip the trim clips using a flathead screwdriver. Using the flat tip of a screwdriver, pry up the edges of the casing and carry out the process from the bottom up.
Such simple manipulations allow you to remove the front door trim. Install the new or old covering (depending on the purpose) in the reverse order
Backdoor
How do you remove the rear door trim? See instructions:
- Remove the socket from the glass receiver handle.
- Move the fasteners aside.
- Carefully remove the window handle and set it aside.
- You will find three bolts at the bottom of the door, unscrew them.
- There are four latches on top; unscrew them with a Phillips screwdriver.
- On the side, where the handle is located, there is another bolt, unscrew it.
- There are two screws on the other side of the door, unscrew them.
- Take a flat-head screwdriver and pry up the trim from below, gradually separating it from the door. Perform manipulations from the bottom up.
Install the door trim in reverse order. A map of the location of the fasteners can be found on the Internet, so you will be sure that you are unscrewing the bolts that secure the covering.
Conclusion
The dismantling process will not take much time and effort. It is so simple that the decision to go to a workshop and order a replacement of the covering there seems irrational. Following the instructions, everyone will be able to remove the Priora's trim.
Autopsy with inside
To open the door from the inside you need a screwdriver, wire, and patience. The algorithm is as follows:
unscrew the casing with a screwdriver, remove the handles, disconnect the electronics, put it aside so as not to interfere; to ensure maximum access, raise the glass up; Having bent the wire in the form of a hook, we try to get to the lock from the inside and pull the hook to open it. We definitely use a lighting device, it could be a mobile phone, a flashlight, etc. It is strictly forbidden to use open flame sources for lighting, as there is a high risk of ignition; assembly occurs in reverse order.
As a rule, the above methods are effective for any vehicle, but different situations happen in life. Therefore, in the first case, you already know what to do if the car door does not open from the inside and outside. To avoid such situations, lubricate the door locks in a timely manner, inspect the fastening mechanisms, replace the hinges, it is strictly forbidden to hang on the doors, and do not deform the body through overload or mechanical damage. Remember that slight misalignment can cause door locks to jam.
Good afternoon. The following problem has arisen: the front passenger door is jammed and cannot be opened from the inside or outside. Has anyone encountered this and how to solve it?
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by Adminrive · Published 11/13/2016
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I removed the trim, I had a back door.
Press the door, this happened to me
The bolt came out, it was the same bullshit))))
The tin bolts had to be tightened on the lock brackets
And I removed the casing. The handle underneath was unscrewed. I pulled out the bolts.
Often, after time has elapsed on a Lada Granta car, the doors begin to open and close with some effort. To fix the problem in question with this car produced by AvtoVAZ, you have to contact a service station. In this case, you need to purchase door closers and door stops for Lada Granta.
But you can eliminate this kind of defect yourself. This must be done quickly, especially if the problem occurs on the front door. It is better to eliminate it as soon as it appears, in order to avoid side effects and more serious damage. In order to make opening doors more comfortable, it is necessary to perform certain actions. The main one is adjusting the door locks.
Sometimes the owners of the Lada Granta Liftback, produced by the famous AvtoVAZ company, have to deal with various modifications after purchasing the vehicle. This happens for the reason that after even a short mileage, minor breakdowns or problems often appear at first, and if they are not eliminated in time, they develop into more serious ones. Many owners consider the most common defect to be the fact that the front door locks do not function well and open with great difficulty.
How to remove the door trim of a Lada Priora yourself
The car brand was released twelve years ago, and since then has been very popular among drivers. And it’s not surprising, because the cost of a high-quality product from the domestic automobile industry is quite low.
Many car enthusiasts can afford to buy it. Repairs and service are cheap, and some parts can be replaced yourself.
For example, from this article, readers will learn how to remove the Priora door trim.
In some cases, vehicle owners want to replace the door trim on the Priora. Achieving this goal is quite simple; you will need a minimum of tools. Lack of experience should not be scary; even people who are not involved in such repairs will be able to remove the old door trim and install a new door trim according to the instructions.
How to remove the trim
The process is divided into three main stages:
- Finding all screws and fixing elements, unscrewing the bolts.
- Removing door trims.
- Dismantling the casing.
The covering of the rear and front panels is removed separately. These steps will be described in detail below in the article; if you do not want to go to a car repair shop, we will provide instructions on how to remove the door trim on a Lada Priora car.
Why is dismantling necessary?
The upholstery of the Lada Priora car is available in several colors. If a car enthusiast wants to change the interior color, then he will have to change not only the seat upholstery, but also the door trim. Components such as noise insulation or insulation cannot be installed without first removing the sheathing.
If the window lifts are damaged, or the door handles are damaged, you will also have to remove the Priora door trim, notice the broken components, and install it back. Also, over time, the cladding loses its appearance, stains appear that cannot be removed.
How to dismantle the casing: instructions
You will need the following tools:
- flat screwdriver;
- Phillips screwdriver;
- clips and pistons to which the covering is attached.
It is not necessary to complete the last point, but it’s better to stock up on clips and pistons in case you break the old ones. In order not to waste time and not run to the store, it is advisable to buy the kit in advance.
When choosing caps or clips for Priora, pay attention to what brand they are intended for. These components for Priora are similar to those for Kalina. The difference is in length - for Kalina the clips are one and a half millimeters longer
Ask consultants for help, they will help you choose the right parts
The difference is in length - for Kalina, the clips are one and a half millimeters longer. Ask consultants for help, they will help you choose the right parts.
Front door
So how do you remove the front door trim? Reading the instructions:
- Unscrew the door lock latch.
- Unscrew the screw securing the handle to the door. Remove the screw and remove the handle.
- Unscrew both bolts that hold the switch block. Remove the unit; to do this, unclip the wires from the connector.
- Find the three fixing screws at the bottom of the door, unscrew them, and set them aside.
- Unclip the trim clips using a flathead screwdriver. Using the flat tip of a screwdriver, pry up the edges of the casing and carry out the process from the bottom up.
Such simple manipulations allow you to remove the front door trim. Install the new or old covering (depending on the purpose) in the reverse order
Backdoor
How do you remove the rear door trim? See instructions:
- Remove the socket from the glass receiver handle.
- Move the fasteners aside.
- Carefully remove the window handle and set it aside.
- You will find three bolts at the bottom of the door, unscrew them.
- There are four latches on top; unscrew them with a Phillips screwdriver.
- On the side, where the handle is located, there is another bolt, unscrew it.
- There are two screws on the other side of the door, unscrew them.
- Take a flat-head screwdriver and pry up the trim from below, gradually separating it from the door. Perform manipulations from the bottom up.
Install the door trim in reverse order. A map of the location of the fasteners can be found on the Internet, so you will be sure that you are unscrewing the bolts that secure the covering.
Conclusion
The dismantling process will not take much time and effort. It is so simple that the decision to go to a workshop and order a replacement of the covering there seems irrational. Following the instructions, everyone will be able to remove the Priora's trim.
Replacing the bearing of the input shaft of the VAZ 2107 gearbox
The easiest way to replace a worn element is on the removed box. On the VAZ 2107 it is possible to remove the bearing from the input shaft directly from the gearbox in the car, but this procedure is very labor-intensive and time-consuming.
To work, you need to prepare the usual tools for any driver:
- screwdriver with a powerful flat blade;
- hammer;
- puller if necessary.
How to remove the old one
With the gearbox already removed from the car, you need to remove the bell (casing) and retaining rings. There is no need to completely disassemble the box:
- Use a screwdriver to pry up the special groove in the input shaft bearing. (it looks like a ring).
- Pull the shaft towards you, using the bearing as a support for pressure.
- Carefully pull out the bearing, periodically hitting it with a hammer.
- After each hammer blow, it is recommended to rotate the shaft a little to avoid dents or distortion of the bearing.
- As a result, after these actions, the bearing can be easily removed from its support.
How to install a new one
Next, you will need to install a functional one in place of the old bearing. For this:
- Press the new bearing onto the shaft using a hammer.
- Use a hammer only on the inner ring of the bearing, otherwise it may become deformed.
- When pressing, it is necessary to pull the input shaft slightly forward so that the bearing fits in more easily.
Video: replacing the input shaft bearing on a VAZ classic
To summarize all of the above, we can say that the owner of a VAZ 2107 can carry out all the necessary work on the gearbox and input shaft himself. However, if you have doubts about your skills, it is better to turn to auto repair specialists. We also note that the VAZ 2107 gearbox rarely requires any intervention and usually serves for many years without a hint of a problem.
Replacing bearings in a classic gearbox (VAZ 2101, 2104, 2105, 2106, 2107) is an operation that requires complete disassembly of the gearbox. The exceptions are: the bearing of the input shaft of the VAZ 2107 gearbox, as well as the front intermediate rolling support. To replace these parts, disassembling the gearbox is not required.
The input shaft bearing (PSB) is a critical component in the gearbox (Gearbox). It is on the “primary” that the greatest dynamic and variable loads are concentrated. In the event of malfunctions and signs of failure, timely replacement of the VAZ 2107 gearbox input shaft bearing is required. If replacement is delayed, the gear shift unit may jam (in some situations, the clutch or release gear breaks).
Selecting a skin
As a substitute for standard door inserts, you can use:
- genuine leather. The cladding will look good and serve for a long time, but the cost of the material cannot be called affordable. It is better to use natural leather if you plan to upholster the car interior with your own hands;
- leatherette (dermantine) - inferior in quality, but costs much less than genuine leather. More than a reasonable option for finishing doors;
- eco leather. The material is a high-quality substitute for genuine leather. The composition includes cotton, cellulose-based artificial materials, synthetic polymers and natural leather. Has excellent elasticity, resistance to temperature changes and mechanical stress;
- velours. The material is well suited for door trim, used for car interior trim, and less commonly for ceilings;
- alcantara. High-quality samples will not be cheap, but an analogue from a budget manufacturer can be found at a very reasonable price. Of course, the material from famous manufacturers is of higher quality and easier to paste, but the budget option can also provide a pleasant tactile sensation;
- artificial suede fabric. The textile consists of polyester on a cotton base. Velvety and soft to the touch;
- a special fabric that is usually used to replace a car's headliner. The material must be dense if it is intended to cover the elbow areas, and not just decorative inserts. Prices for ceiling fabric are quite reasonable.
Material, tools
You can calculate the amount of material required for sheathing yourself. We cannot indicate these figures, since everything depends on the size of the insert, as well as the area of the bends. For an approximate calculation, you can use a ruler and formulas for calculating the area of geometric shapes. The price of fabric is set per linear meter.
You can sheathe cards using glue, which is used to reupholster the ceiling with your own hands. If you follow the technology, you are guaranteed not to have problems with GTA Boterm or universal glue “88”. If you cannot buy these adhesives, you can use Moment-1 Glue or Kaiflex K414 Glue. To cover all the door cards of an average passenger car, you will only need one 1 l/0.8 kg can. To apply the glue you will need a brush. Before gluing, it is advisable to degrease the surface. To do this, simply wipe the repair area with a paper towel soaked in solvent.
You will definitely need a standard kit for assembling and disassembling the door cards of your car. Usually a medium-sized Phillips screwdriver is enough for this. To avoid damaging the casing, to remove the cards after unscrewing the screw connections, you can use a set of plastic elements for dismantling car interior panels. You will also need a utility knife and scissors to trim the fabric. The need for a specialized tool may arise at the stage of detaching the fabric inserts from the plastic frame of the door cards.
Work progress
Lada Granta instructions on how to remove the rear door trim provide the following:
1) Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to avoid a short circuit in the electrical wiring.
2) Remove the door handle designed to lower and raise the glass. To do this, you need to use a flat, thin screwdriver to press out the latch in the form of a half ring.
3) Remove the latch, but still do not remove the screwdriver.