➤ Running in a new car on Lada Vesta

Avotovaz equips the new Vesta with both the old, proven engine model and the new one. For the traditional version of the engine, the running-in protocol has been worked out. 21179 is a new engine, the factory gives recommendations for driving for the first 1000 km.

You have a Lada Vesta from the showroom, don’t rush to drive it, the sedan and sw cross and station wagon need running-in - read the article and find out the instructions about running in the engine and 2 manual transmissions and the robot

Running in Lada Vesta - recommendations and requirements

Buying a new car is always a joyful event. But it is always associated with a number of difficulties - choosing a model, paperwork, constant technical control, and official service. But the most important thing in this is the running-in. Without this, it is impossible to properly operate any new car that was just purchased at the dealership. Running in a new Lada Vesta car must be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements.

Lada Vesta run-in - does she need it at all?

When purchasing a new Lada Vesta car, it needs a break-in and here’s why.
At first, the parts rub against each other. The Lada vesta is ready for many kilometers of operation, but first you need to drive it very carefully. Avotovaz equips the new Vesta with both the old, proven engine model and the new one. For the traditional version of the engine, the running-in protocol has been worked out. 21179 is a new engine, the factory gives recommendations for driving for the first 1000 km.

General requirements for operating new Lada cars

According to the rules, running-in should be carried out over several thousand kilometers with a maximum speed level of no more than 3 thousand. This is very important for a new engine.

Under these conditions, this procedure allows:

promptly identify deficiencies or defects in components and motors;
grinding of parts occurs;
carry out adaptation of the brake system, suspension, chassis, transmission.

Proper running-in has several strict prohibitions:

turn sharply and brake;
revolutions - no higher than 3.5 thousand (the maximum frequency allowed by the manufacturer);
Towing trailers and other vehicles is prohibited.

After the car passes the first thousand, it is necessary to check the wheel fastenings. It is prohibited to increase the speed indicated in the car diagram. After the break-in is completed, the speed can be increased gradually.

Basic requirements for the initial period of using a car

Running in the Lada Vesta The technical manual from AvtoVAZ states that the running in of components should take place over a period of no more than 2,000 kilometers. During this period, the owner must follow strict rules in order to avoid damage to any of the parts:

It is prohibited to use a new vehicle for the purpose of towing other vehicles or trailers during the break-in period.
After you reach the one thousand kilometer mark, you need to check the bolts on the rims. If they do not fit tightly, tighten them with a wrench.
If your Lada Vesta is equipped with a manual transmission, you should pay attention to the shifting behavior and focus on road conditions.
It is forbidden to accelerate with the handbrake and turn at high speed using the front axle slipping, as many drift enthusiasts do. Such fun leads to deformation of the cross-axle differential.
According to the operating manual, during break-in you should limit the maximum speed in transmission gears. For the first, this figure will be 20-25 km/h, for the fifth – 90-100 km/h.

Special requirements and recommendations for running Vesta

Whether the new Vesta needs a break-in, the manufacturer answers unequivocally - definitely. Before running the car, you should fulfill several important requirements:

check tire pressure;
check the engine for possible engine oil leaks;
The car must be fueled only with high-quality fuel.

During the first thousand, the main grinding in of all parts takes place. During this time, it is prohibited to travel at speeds exceeding 90 km/h. Do not allow the engine to idle for a long time - in this mode the engine experiences heavy loads. At first, if possible, move not on streets congested with cars, but on free highways. Try to choose roads that have good surface. Extreme movement is strictly prohibited. The first fifteen hundred kilometers are very important. Experts recommend adhering to a gentle regime for the first 2-5 thousand kilometers, after which you can proceed to normal operating mode.

Recommendations from car enthusiasts

Among car enthusiasts there is no consensus on the need for break-in; some follow the guidelines in full, while others ignore this procedure. However, most buyers of the new Vesta agree that until reaching two thousand kilometers, the engine speed should be limited to 3000 rpm and sudden acceleration should be avoided. If the car is driven in in winter, then it needs to be warmed up well before driving.

As for the break-in location, experienced car owners prefer to avoid streets with constant traffic jams. After all, when you encounter such road conditions, you have to constantly stop and start again. The correct process of grinding in parts requires smooth, measured operation of the engine.

In addition to following the operating rules of the new Lada Vesta, some car enthusiasts prefer to change the engine oil after the break-in, arguing that during the active grinding of parts, metal shavings get into the oil, which will quickly ruin it.

Like most new cars, a Vesta purchased at a dealership may have various problems and problems. Thus, car enthusiasts sometimes have to deal with some “nervousness” of the car when changing gears - there are jerks and dives. You shouldn’t be afraid of this behavior; according to Vesta owners, the problem goes away after about a thousand kilometers, the car begins to behave calmly, and elasticity appears in the operation of the power unit. In addition, a loud clicking sound from the absorber valve may occur; according to AvtoVAZ managers, the problem occurs when low-quality fuel is poured.

To summarize, it is worth noting that until the last kilometers of running-in have been completed, you should not overload the Lada Vesta. After all, this is what this process is all about - to enable moving, rubbing parts to gradually smooth out each other’s unevenness to achieve optimal operating parameters. In a properly run-in car, the gaps in the mechanisms will be minimal, the compression and engine power will increase, and fuel consumption will be significantly reduced.

Preparing for use of the gearbox

The run-in of a Vesta with a robotic gearbox is identical to that of a model with a manual transmission. However, in this case there are additional requirements.

Before you start driving, you need to warm up the car a little and only then drive. This is necessary so that the filled lubricant enters the transmission elements. This way, thickened oil will not accumulate in the box.

When working with mechanics, it is forbidden to allow a large excess of the difference in braking forces. You need to change gears smoothly, do not overload the engine, but always focus on the situation on the road. It is very important for mechanics that the gears get used to it.

How many kilometers does the Lada Vesta run in?

The need to drive several thousand according to the rules of no higher than 3000 rpm is that it may reveal shortcomings in the engine or other components of the Lada vesta. It is also needed to adapt the brake system, gearbox, chassis and suspension. According to the recommendations of AVTOVAZ, the rolling-in and lapping of Vesta components should be about 2000 km. We list recommendations for starting to use a Vesta car.

In order not to damage the cross-axle differential, you cannot start abruptly and make sharp turns. 3.5 thousand revolutions is the maximum permissible speed of the Vesta engine. Towing of other vehicles and trailers is prohibited. After traveling 1 thousand km, it is necessary to check the wheel fastenings and, in case of malfunction, tighten the bolts. The driver must not exceed the speed indicated on the diagram. Upon completion of the Vesta cross run-in, you need to increase the speed of movement gradually.

Reviews

Positive	Negative
I read a lot of negative reviews, and my husband and I spent a long time deciding whether to use our Vesta or a better-equipped Chinese one. We stopped at Vesta. The set of functions is enough for us. We are pensioners and music, a camera and other useful functions are enough for us. During the running-in period, nothing broke and no noise appeared. Fuel consumption has not changed.	I bought Vesta 2022. The service center said that the model is new, the car is modern and does not need to be broken in. There is a lot of controversy about this on the Internet; specialists at service stations and services claim that this is necessary. Otherwise, serious problems may arise. The car is not bad, but I am dissatisfied with the official service.
This is my first car and I really like it. I was afraid that the domestic car would upset me, so during the run-in I listened very carefully to any noise and followed the instructions. I travel a lot and have already covered almost 50 thousand kilometers in three years. There were no special problems, I constantly monitor the condition of the car and use only original spare parts and consumables.	The car is 2022, purchased in the middle of summer. Run-in in warm weather was normal, and in winter it was practically not used. As a result, in the spring, when everything dried out, the first problems began. After 5 thousand mileage, a sound appeared like a broken muffler. A superficial inspection of the car revealed no problems. There was no opportunity to take it in for service, so I decided to wait and practically didn’t drive Vesta. After 8 thousand mileage the sound disappeared on its own. The service later said that this is how it should be - resonance of the exhaust system.
The car completely pleases me with its equipment, quality and comfort. The run-in went well, there were no problems. In two years the car has already driven almost ten thousand and everything is fine.	At first everything was not bad. But literally immediately after two thousand mileage, an unpleasant sound appeared in the box, reminiscent of the “nine”. The service station did not reveal anything, so I decided not to resort to major repairs for now.
I was choosing between Duster and Vesta. I decided to save money and support the domestic manufacturer. I liked the set of functions and build quality. The cabin is quiet, the seats are comfortable, and the controls are comfortable.	The domestic auto industry, you can’t say anything. It seems like the car is new and everything is like the Europeans, but not everything. At first nothing, everything was fine, but after a month there was a tremor in the exterior mirrors. The dealer said this is normal. If it falls off, then come for a replacement.
There is no way to buy an expensive foreign car. I thought about buying a used one, but then, on a recommendation, I bought our Lada. The package includes cruise, heated seats, a rear view camera, a wide trunk, a lot of space in the back - I'm happy with everything and don't regret it one bit.	I regretted the money spent, I’m thinking of selling and it’s better to take the same Duster. Constantly in wet weather there is a terrible creaking of the stabilizer bushings. The officials said they could lubricate it, but only at my expense. Besides, this won't last long. I solved the problem myself using zinc chain lubricant, so far so good.

Operation of Lada Granta

Lately, there has been an opinion among Lada Granta owners that this car does not need to run in new parts after purchase. They base their advice on the fact that the manufacturer has already performed this procedure after the machine has come off the line. However, this opinion is fundamentally wrong. Mechanics with extensive experience believe that proper running-in of a car ensures that the car will not require special maintenance or replacement of damaged parts from the owner for a long time.

The main rule for anyone who has purchased a new car is: never reach the maximum speed limit.

This is due to the fact that running in the engine should help it develop its own operating dynamics. If this is not done, all the positive characteristics will be significantly reduced, and the quality of the new parts will suffer.

Basic requirements when using a robotic gearbox

Running in a crossover - a new Lada Vesta car with a robotic gearbox - is no different from running in regular AvtoVAZ mechanics. However, there are general requirements when using a robotic gearbox.

This option is a manual transmission with an electric unit that controls the clutch and gear shifting. The new product was first introduced to the automobile market by German manufacturers. Now many auto giants produce, along with other model ranges, cars equipped with a “robot”. Each plant produces it according to its own drawings and designs.

Drivers of Vesta with a robotic gearbox are recommended to perform the warm-up procedure: stand for a while in the running car before moving.

Thanks to this maneuver, lubricant in liquid form will enter the transmission elements. This will prevent thickened oil from accumulating in the transmission.

Requirements when using a robotic box

A car enthusiast with a robotic gearbox of a Lada Vesta faces the same question: how many kilometers does the running-in period last on a brand new car? This issue is described in the operating instructions. Starting operation of Vesta with a robotic gearbox has the same recommendations as with a mechanical one:

The first 2000-3000 should not exceed the speed indicated in the table;
You can’t move away with wheels slipping;
Excessive loads are unacceptable;
The speed should not exceed 3500;
It is necessary to avoid difficult routes, especially off-road, where there is a high probability of getting stuck;
Towing trailers and other vehicles is strictly prohibited.

A properly run-in Lada Vesta will last a long time and will delight its owner with trouble-free operation of all components of the car.

Features of running-in mechanics

The instructions for running in the Lada Vesta include the following points:

the difference in braking forces should not be allowed to significantly exceed (no more than 35 percent);
It is recommended to change gears smoothly so as not to overload the engine (but, of course, you also need to take into account the road situation).

The gears in the box must be ground in - this is important for the “mechanics” to ensure further satisfactory operation.

Although many car enthusiasts are sure that running in the mechanics is not really necessary, the manufacturer’s recommendations say otherwise. After a couple of thousand kilometers of grinding in, the power part of the car will work better.