LADA Vesta began production at the AvtoVAZ plant in November 2015. Equipped with motors: 11189, 21129 and HR16DE-H4M. The latter is an imported engine produced by the Renault-Nissan alliance. The most common engine size 1.6 l. 21129 - this is the well-known VAZ engine 21127 with some modernization. It is this that is taken as the basis for this routine maintenance.
The frequency of replacement of Lada Vesta consumables is 15,000 km . In severe operating conditions, it is useful to reduce the interval to 10,000 km and even more - to 7,500. There will definitely be no harm from this, except for your wallet.
First of all, reducing the replacement interval concerns the oil and oil filter. The air and cabin filters should be checked and at least blown out, and if they are heavily soiled, they must be replaced.
Severe operating conditions include:
- driving in a large city with frequent trips over short distances;
- long-term movement at low speed;
- moving through dusty areas;
- transporting a trailer or driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
Below we will describe a map of the routine maintenance of the Lada Vesta, as well as the catalog numbers of the necessary consumables and their average prices (indicated for Moscow and the region) that will be needed for work. The maintenance diagram looks like this:
Refueling volumes
As mentioned above, three different engines were installed on the Lada Vesta - 11189, 21129 and HR16DE-H4M. It was also equipped with different gearboxes - 2180, 2182 and JHQ. Based on this, some Vesta filling containers have different volumes, while others are the same for everyone.
The following table will help you figure out how much of a particular technical fluid needs to be filled:
| Nominal filling volumes of Lada Vesta | |
| Capacities | Volumes (l.) |
| Engine lubrication system (including oil filter): 11189/21129 (stamped oil sump) 11189/21129 (cast oil sump) HR16DE-H4M | 3,2 (2,9) 4,4 (4,1) 4 |
| Cooling and heating system* : 11189/21129 HR16DE-H4M | 5,95 7,0 |
| Gearbox : Gearbox 2180/2182 JHQ | 2,25 3,34 |
| Hydraulic clutch and brake system | 0,559 |
| Hydraulic brake system (for cars with AMT) | 0,517 |
| Washer reservoir | 4,7 |
| Expansion tank (for cars with 21129 | 5.75 (max) 5.35 (min) |
| Air conditioning system (freon R134 “A”) | 0,475 (± 20) |
*A mixture of coolants of different brands should not be allowed.
In the same repair and maintenance manual for Lada West there are also the following volumes of coolant for the engine cooling system:
- for 11189/21129 with pre-heater - 9.3 l., without heating - 8.7 l.;
- for HR16DE-H4M with pre-heater – 7.6 l., without heating – 7.0 l.
What is zero maintenance
Zero maintenance of Lada Vesta is the intermediate maintenance mentioned above. Zero maintenance is carried out on Lada Vesta with a mileage of up to 3000 km. The following work is being carried out:
1)Diagnostics of an internal combustion engine:
- listening to engine operation;
- checking the tightening torque of engine supports;
- inspect the engine connection points for oil or coolant leaks;
- diagnostics of the Lada internal combustion engine using computer equipment;
- if necessary, replace the lubricant and filter element in the engine;
- checking the serviceability of the timing belt and drive belts of the Lada.
2) Diagnostics of transmission elements of Lada Vesta:
- inspection of the torque transmission for accuracy of gear shifting, absence of “left” sounds;
- study of clutch operation (absence of “failures”, noise, “slipping”);
- checking gearbox seals for leaks;
- checking the condition of the clutch cable.
3) Diagnostics of the control system:
- EUR performance assessment;
- analysis of brake efficiency in various situations with a mileage of 3 thousand km;
- inspection of the DOT4 fluid level in the main brake cylinder (if necessary, add working fluids);
- brake line integrity analysis;
- adjusting the brake signal switch;
- diagnostics of the "vacuum";
- checking the parking brake.
4)Diagnostics of electrical equipment:
- prevention of integrity and response to the command of headlights, flashlights, interior lighting and sound alarms of the Lada Vesta;
- checking the functionality of the electronic headlight range control;
- checking the position of the light (if necessary, adjust the optics).
5) Diagnostics of the Lada chassis:
- installation on a vibration stand, listening to the operation of the suspension when driving over uneven surfaces (there should be no knocks, creaks, or “moans”);
- study of the work of the “walker” while moving along a straight path and a rounded one (inspection of constant velocity joints and hub bearings);
- measuring the accuracy of the wheel alignment angle.
List of works during maintenance 1 (15,000 km or 1 year)
- Changing the engine oil. The oil filling volume in an engine equipped with a manual transmission is 4.4 liters, and in an engine with an AMT it is supposed to be filled in 3.2 liters. It is recommended to use ROSNEFT Maximum 5W-40 motor oil, catalog number 4 l. canisters - 4291, and price - 630 rubles .
There is a more expensive option - MOBIL 3000 5W40 engine oil, which has a catalog number - 150013 (4 liter canister), but the price is already 2026 rubles. - Replacing the oil filter. The catalog number is 21050101200500, and the price is approximately 258 rubles .
Checks during maintenance 1 and all subsequent ones:
- crankcase ventilation system;
- hoses and connections of the cooling system;
- coolant;
- exhaust system;
- fuel lines and connections;
- covers for joints of different angular velocities;
- checking the technical condition of front suspension parts;
- checking the technical condition of rear suspension parts;
- tightening the threaded connections securing the chassis to the body;
- condition of tires and air pressure in them;
- wheel alignment angles;
- steering gear;
- checking the free play (play) of the steering wheel;
- hydraulic brake pipelines and their connections;
- pads, discs and drums of wheel brake mechanisms;
- vacuum booster;
- parking brake;
- brake fluid;
- checking the drive belt;
- checking the timing belt;
- accumulator battery;
- spark plug;
- headlight adjustment;
- locks, hinges, hood latch, lubrication of body fittings;
- cleaning drainage holes;
What problems are most often identified on the Lada Vesta?
Owners of LADA Vesta cars, describing breakdowns and troubles that happened to their car after purchase, most often mention the following defects:
- hoses in the cooling system are frayed;
- The heated windshield stops working;
- cracks or scratches appear on the glass, including the front glass (under warranty they will only replace it in cases where the cause was the standard equipment of the car);
- play occurs in the ball joints;
- rear stabilizer struts are knocking;
- the exhaust system resonator housing burns out;
- the paintwork wears out, mostly on the front end of the body and the front bumper;
- The multimedia system breaks down.
List of works during maintenance 2 (30,000 km or 2 years)
- Repeat the first maintenance - changing the oil and oil filter.
- Replacing the air filter. Article - 165460509R, price - 778 rubles .
- Replacing the cabin filter. Article - 272773016R price - 590 rubles .
- Replacing spark plugs. Need 4 pieces, price per set. — 300 rubles , article — DR15YC-1.
List of works for maintenance 5 (75,000 km or 5 years)
- Repeat maintenance 1 - replace the engine oil and oil filter.
- Oil change in manual transmission and AMT. For both gearboxes, it is recommended to fill in transmission oil ROSNEFT KINETIC GL - 4/5 75W90, catalog number - 88888K75900100, price per liter canister - 833 rubles . The filling volumes are as follows:
- Manual transmission - 3.1 liters;
- AMT - 2.25 liters.
Knock in Lada Vesta suspension at 27,000 km
After a long drive on roads with potholes in a Lada Vesta, a knocking sound from the suspension appeared when the mileage approached 27,000 kilometers. It came from under the front right wheel. Drivers most often use this wheel under potholes. We have already noticed the knocking sound of the stabilizer struts. And this time the noise was not the same. To solve this problem, I had to urgently look for a service center of an official dealer of the Lada brand in Russia. The personal manager of Lada Vesta helped with this, whose phone number is issued to each buyer of the model in Russia. By calling the number, you will quickly find the nearest service center of an official dealer, where they will diagnose the suspension problem. In the case of our Lada Vesta sedan, the knocking came from the stabilizer bar. Let us remind you that we eliminated this problem at the beginning, since the sound was unusual. As a result, it turned out that the right stabilizer strut in the full sense of the word fell apart. Even if all the noise was coming from the right side, the left stabilizer link was also already approaching complete wear. After replacing the stabilizer struts, the knocking noise in the front suspension of the Lada Vesta remained. And then the fun began. The mechanics of the official website did not find the knocking problem and sent our copy of the Lada Vesta sedan to the technical control line. As a result, the mechanics completely probed the entire front suspension and found a loosened bolt of the front right arm. The fact that the bolt has come loose cannot be considered a manufacturing defect. At 15 thousand kilometers on this example of the Lada Vesta sedan, the ball joint was changed under warranty. It can only be changed as an assembly with levers. And that's when the mechanics made a mistake. Over the next 12 thousand kilometers of bumpy roads on Russian roads, the bolt simply came out, causing the front arm to start knocking furiously. It is worth noting that it took seven hours for the mechanics to look for the unscrewed bolt in the service department of the official mechanic dealer.
The pain of all Lada Vesta owners is the stabilizer struts.
The last three thousand kilometers before TO-2 Lada Vesta spent 7.3 liters of 92 gasoline per 100 kilometers, according to the on-board computer. And this despite the fact that this distance was mainly driven along the highway in a gentle mode of 90-110 kilometers per hour. Also, by 30,000 kilometers, the air conditioning dampers on various air ducts stopped working. Regardless of the position of the direction control, air automatically blew from all ducts. In the end we just had to close them. However, the air ducts that direct air to the windows at the side mirrors do not close. So air began to blow constantly from them.
List of works for maintenance 6 (90,000 km or 6 years)
- Repeat all the procedures prescribed by TO 1, TO 2 and TO 3 - change the engine oil and oil, air and cabin filters, as well as spark plugs and brake fluid.
- Replacing the alternator belt for cars without air conditioning . Article 8450006327, price - 1100 rubles .
- Replacing the accessory drive belt for vehicles with climate control system . Article number 8450006328, belt price - 1400 rubles . If the belt tensioner roller (automatic) is worn out, then we change it too: article number - 8660001575, price - 3984 rubles .
- Replacing the coolant. The manufacturer recommends using Antifreeze Sintec LUX G12 red-orange, article number 614500, and the price is for 5 liters. canister - 715 rubles .
Timing and list of maintenance works for 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Lada Vesta
AvtoVAZ provides a guarantee for products provided that drivers comply with maintenance deadlines. That is why the owners of the flagships of the Russian automobile industry - LADA Vesta and LADA Granta - are interested in the regulations for warranty maintenance, the list of works, and the price list. You can learn more about repairing the Granta automatic transmission here https://avtoshark.com/lada/granta/chassis-grant/remont-mkpp-granta/.
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Regulations of the Lada Vesta service center: features
Considering that cars cover a different number of kilometers per year, AvtoVAZ has determined the following service periods.
- after 15,000 km on the speedometer;
- 1 year after the last service.
You need to focus on the event that will happen faster.
What is “zero” maintenance and why undergo it?
In the recent past, “zero” maintenance was done immediately after running-in: AvtoVAZ determined the mileage to be no more than 3,000 km. In 2013, the plant retained the obligation to perform zero maintenance only for the Lada Kalina, Granta, Priora and all-wheel drive vehicles.
“Vesta” is not included in the list of “zero” vehicles, which means that it will have its first mandatory inspection after 15,000 km on the speedometer or after 12 months of operation (which happens faster).
However, some car owners would like to undergo diagnostics at a dealer and change the engine oil immediately after break-in, and not after a year. The “officials” do not object, but issue the owner of the car an invoice for the activities carried out.
What can you expect for your money at 0-TO:
- dealers change oil and filter;
- check the sound of the engine and gearbox in motion.
- look for leaks of technical fluids in seals, gaskets, connections;
- diagnose the suspension;
- regulate wheel alignment, handbrake and brake operation;
- tighten belts and fasteners;
- check the optics.
As a rule, dealership specialists detect manufacturing defects and fix them free of charge at this stage, making a corresponding note in the documents for the car.
There is no fixed price for optional “zero” maintenance. The approximate price tag is as follows:
- Oil change with filter – 1 thousand rubles.
- Chassis diagnostics – RUB 1,500.
- Consumables – 1500 rub.
The list of works performed by dealers does not change during subsequent inspections.
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“Zero” maintenance yourself
Wanting to save money, many drivers change the oil themselves after break-in. A rash decision: a “zero-TO” may reveal a manufacturing defect, which would be fixed free of charge by official dealers. In case of unauthorized intervention in the design of the car, the owner of such a privilege is deprived.
Maintenance performed after break-in is not documented, since it is not provided for by the manufacturer’s regulations.
Maintenance terms
Before the warranty expires, the Lada Vesta must undergo technical inspection 6 times with an entry in the service book.
The basis for determining maintenance dates is mileage and calendar:
| Maintenance number | Mileage (km) | Calendar period (in years) |
| 1 | 0-TO yourself | 1 |
| 2 | 29 500-30 500 | 2 |
| 3 | 44 500-45 500 | 3 |
| 4 | 59 500-60 500 | 4 |
| 5 | 74 500-75 500 | 5 |
| 6 | 89 500-90 500 | 6 |
This is a summary of information placed in a table.
Without a mark on passing the technical inspection within the specified time frame, the Lada Vesta will be removed from the warranty.
List of works for maintenance 1 “Lada Vesta”
The following systems and mechanisms are subject to diagnostics:
- timing belt;
- cooling system;
- fuel pipes;
- muffler;
- steering;
- brake pads;
- seals and fasteners;
- Gearbox and suspension;
- transmission oil level;
- electrical equipment;
- generator and battery;
- door locks.
All work in the service is done free of charge, but you need to buy consumables from dealers or buy consumables yourself. Important condition: the article numbers of spare parts and operating fluids must correspond to the standard ones.
TO 2
Added to the TO-1 list:
- wheel balancing;
- replacing the air filter;
- battery maintenance;
- lubrication of rubbing parts.
The work done is reflected in the service book. The condition for choosing consumables remains: if they are not consistent with those recommended by AvtoVAZ, the car will be deprived of warranty benefits.
TO 3
The list of works for the third technical inspection (44,500-45,500 km) includes replacing the brake fluid and servicing the Vesta hood lock cable. The remaining activities correspond to TO-1.
TO 4
The list of procedures completely coincides with the first technical inspection, the price tag remains virtually unchanged.
TO 5
At this point, the car has covered 74,500-75,500 km on the speedometer, so diagnostics and repairs coincide with TO-2. Plus - replacing the transmission fluid in the gearbox.
TO 6
The latest technical inspection at official dealers takes place according to maintenance schedule numbers 1 and 2. Only the replacement of the coolant and maintenance of the air conditioner belt drive with the replacement of the tensioner roller are added.
Having completed a “circle” (100 thousand km), the Lada Vesta loses the right to warranty service. At the same time, you can continue to cooperate with the dealer, but at your own expense.
What problems are most often identified on the Lada Vesta?
The owners consider Vesta’s weak points:
- pipes in the cooling system;
- electric heated windshield;
- fragility of glazing;
- multimedia;
- unreliable ball joints and rear stabilizers;
- exhaust tract casing;
- LCP - paint fades.
Many of the listed shortcomings are also inherent in the Lada Granta, which entails a series of malfunctions, and therefore repairs. Report any defects you notice yourself to the service specialists.
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Maintenance cost for Lada Vesta in 2022
The price for routine maintenance depends on the Vesta body and configuration and may differ in different regions.
Vesta 2020 maintenance cost table (in rubles):
| Maintenance number | Sedan, station wagon, SV Cross | Sports models |
| 1 | 6 600 | 7 100 |
| 2 | 8 800 | 9 200 |
| 3 | 6 600 | 7 100 |
| 4 | 8 800 | 9 200 |
| 5 | 6 600 | 7 100 |
| 6 | 17 700 | 18 200 |
The price is relevant in the city of Moscow and the region.
Replacements according to service life
Replacing the timing belt for engines 11189/21129, according to the regulations, is carried out when the mileage reaches 180 thousand km. But it may be necessary a little earlier, because the condition of the belt is checked at every maintenance.
For the 11189 engine, the cost of a timing kit with catalog number 21116100604086 is 3,479 rubles . For the 21129 engine, the cost of the belt is 3,450 rubles (article number 8201069699), and the tensioner pulley with article number 8200908180 will cost 6151 rubles .
Replacing the timing chain of the HR16DE-H4M engine is not regulated - it is designed for its entire service life. But still, practice shows that in the region of 250 thousand km. may need replacement.
The fuel filter on Vesta is designed for its entire service life. It is changed only if the fuel pump breaks down, which has a service life of 180,000 km.
Subsequent maintenance
After the sixth technical maintenance cycle of preventive maintenance begins anew. The only difference is that at the next 90,000 km (namely 180,000 mileage from the release of Vesta), the replacement of the timing belt with all accompanying rollers is regulated. Please note that it is possible to replace the belt ahead of schedule if signs of wear are detected. The fuel filter is changed only together with the pump at the same 180,000 km in case of failure. The most common maintenance problems that occur!
At the initial stages of break-in, owners may encounter the following malfunctions:
- minor damage to the glass (it is important to undergo maintenance 0, this is often caused by defective windshield wipers);
- burnout of the resonator, its corrosion;
- wear of the engine cooling system hoses;
- rapid failure of glass heaters;
- wear of the rubber parts of the rear anti-roll bars of the Lada;
- malfunction of the lower ball joints;
- multimedia malfunctions.
These are the main “faults” of all modifications of Lada Vesta. We advise you to pay attention to them already at the first service.
Planned maintenance work should not be neglected. And the loss of warranty is not the most important thing. After all, timely maintenance is the prevention of urgent repairs, extending the service life of Lada Vesta components and a guarantee of confidence on the road.
