Roof rack for VAZ 2107: types, selection, installation.

So, VAZ 2107 technical characteristics, dimensions, parameters.

VAZ 2107 was produced from March 1982 to April 2012. It has been produced in Egypt since 2006 to this day.

It has a 5-seater sedan-type body, in-line 4-cylinder gasoline engines, paired with a 4 or 5-speed manual transmission. It is included in the class of subcompact cars, according to the European classification - class “B”. And not C, as they say on the forums. C class is Ford Focus, KIA Ceed, etc. Wheel formula 4x2, rear wheel drive. The ancestor is the Italian Fiat 124.

Optimizing space in the seven

It is not at all necessary to have an apiary for twelve hives or a serious homestead, so that sometimes you need to transport a fairly large load or a lot of small items. Situations are different, and especially when going on a trip in a VAZ 2107, not everyone wants to burden themselves with a trailer. This is why there are additional luggage racks.

But first, let’s deal with the standard, ordinary trunk of the seven. It is far from the ideal of rational distribution of space, in fact, as in all classic Zhiguli cars. The side members, wheel arches, niches, gas tank and rear suspension cups form a kind of labyrinth for dumping all sorts of rubbish. Only the size of the trunk of a VAZ 2107 is quite difficult to measure with a tape measure. It turns out to be an intricate figure, however, there are heroes who did it. The photo shows the dimensions and geometry of the trunk.

VAZ 2107 body

All-metal, load-bearing, with 4 doors. Body rigidity - 7200 Nm/deg.

The width of the VAZ 2107 interior , and all classics in general (from the rear door trims at the seat level) is 1250 mm. Between the central pillars of the cabin, at a level of 80 cm from the floor - 1234 mm.

The length of the front door opening of the VAZ 2107 (and all classics) is 889 mm, the rear door is 819 mm.

Dimensions of the trunk of the VAZ 2107:

VAZ 2107 was produced from March 1982 to April 2012

It has been produced in Egypt since 2006 to this day. It has a 5-seater sedan-type body, in-line 4-cylinder gasoline engines, paired with a 4 or 5-speed manual transmission. It is included in the class of subcompact cars, according to the European classification - class “B”. And not C, as they say on the forums. C class is Ford Focus, KIA Ceed, etc. Wheel formula 4x2, rear wheel drive. The progenitor is the Italian Fiat 124. General parameters of the VAZ 2107

Length

— 4145 mm
Width
— 1620 mm
Height
— 1446 mm
Base
— 2424 mm
Front wheel track
1365
Rear wheel track
— 1321 mm
Ground clearance
— to the front suspension cross member — 159 mm, to the rear axle beam — 154, to the body muffler - 120 mm.
Not bad, for example in the Opel Zafira, only 150 mm to the highest point. Load capacity
- 400 kg
Trunk volume
- 385 liters
Curb weight
- 1060 kg
Gross weight
- 1460 kg
Towed trailer weight
, without brakes - 300 kg, with brakes - 600 kg.

Suspension and wheels of VAZ 2107

Front suspension: independent, double wishbone, with anti-roll bar and hydraulic shock absorbers. Rear suspension: dependent, with a rigid rear axle beam and 5 reaction rods, on hydraulic shock absorbers.

Standard VAZ 2107 wheels: 5Jxl3H2 with an offset of 29 mm, mounted on 4 bolts with a hole diameter of 98 mm, hole diameter for the hub - 58.5 mm) Tires: tubed or tubeless 175/70R13 or 165/70R13

Recommended tire pressure: - front wheels - 1.7 kg/cm2 - rear wheels - 2.0 kg/cm2

For a softer and more comfortable ride, you can reduce it by 0.1 kg/cm2

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Comments 106

And when you take out the spare tire, doesn’t the wing interfere?

How will it interfere if you put it on yourself and up. Of course, it takes longer than usual to pull out the spare tire, but you don’t carry it every day

done perfectly. I think there will be a lot of dust, and it will be difficult to remove it

nice and neat)

uh, sedans don’t even have a boot, but here the last hint of it is mercilessly killed.

but I don’t drive anything there)

I don’t understand at all why you need a car that doesn’t carry anything except your ass.

but I have a car for transporting goods)

The VAZ 2102 (2104) will help you with this, it will have a larger trunk)))

How to get to the salon

Gaining access to the interior of a VAZ-2107 will not be difficult, since additional security systems are usually not installed on this car. To gain access to the interior, you can use wire or fishing line. Let's look at each option in detail:

1. In the VAZ-2107, standard buttons with a larger diameter “cap” are installed on the doors. They are the ones who can help get rid of the problem of a locked door. Find a fishing line or thin rope that is long enough that you can make a loop in it and still have about 1.5 meters left. The loop should be in the center of the fishing line so that you can tighten it by the loose ends. There is a small gap in the upper left corner of the door through which you can push the fishing line inside the cabin. If it is too small, then take a wooden wedge and widen the opening. Next, all you need is sleight of hand - you need to hook the bolt by the upper part with a loop, tighten the fishing line, after which all you have to do is pull up to lift it.
2. The second option is to make a special tool from wire. Take a piece of thick wire that will hold its shape well. Its length should be equal to the height of the door. You can take it a little longer, about 3-4 centimeters, to make a hook bent at 45 degrees. Carefully inspect the door; you need to find the place where the edge of the rubber seal is located (between the window and the door body). Bend the seal to get inside the door. A couple of centimeters of free space is enough to lower the wire. It should collide with the locking mechanism, which you need to go around and plunge the rod below. After this, move the wire to the center and feel the lock lever with the hook, pull it up.

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How to start a VAZ-2107 without a key

The most difficult task is starting the VAZ-2107 engine without a key. You need to act according to the instructions:

1. Open the hood. Remove the positive wire from the battery terminal.
2. Move the gear shift lever to neutral.
3. Remove the cover from the steering column using a Phillips screwdriver.
4. Remove the bundle of wires from the ignition switch.
5. Take the red wire to the side and twist the rest together so that they are in contact with each other. Secure the bun with a paper clip so that it does not fall apart when moving.
6. Pull the carburetor choke control handle towards you. Set the parking brake and depress the clutch.
7. Using the red wire and twist, start the engine - to do this, you need to momentarily connect the exposed contacts. To prevent the starter from malfunctioning, insulate the red wire and keep it separate from the rest. When the engine is running steadily, lower the clutch and push in the carburetor damper control handle.

Electric trunk lock

Now it’s time to deal with the trunk lid. If you're going to do some revision, do it until the end. There are several options for how to improve the VAZ 2107 trunk lock, remote, with a button and with an electric drive. Such tricks are explained by the fact that it is not always convenient to turn off the engine to open the trunk. And if you install an electric drive, then if you have an installed alarm system, it is easy to make a remote control of the lock.

Any electromagnetic lock can serve as an actuator. There are several varieties of them on sale; they may differ in size and stroke. The electric lock is attached directly to the trunk lid, preferably closer to the hinges, in order to reduce the load on them when opening the lid. The ideal solution for traction would be a cable or a strong steel guitar string, one end of which is attached to the lock tongue, and the other to the eye of the stem.

The connection diagram for the electric lock is shown in the photo, and the actuator must be turned on through any VAZ relay with four contacts. If there is an alarm, you can also include an electric lock in its circuit, then the trunk will open both from a button in the cabin and from the alarm remote control.

Trunk lock VAZ 2107

The luggage compartment lock of the VAZ 2107 has a simple design and fails extremely rarely, but sometimes it may be necessary to adjust or replace the mechanism.

Trunk lock malfunctions

Malfunctions of the trunk lock on Zhiguli cars of the seventh model are usually associated with malfunctions of the cylinder. In this case, the lock will need to be removed from the trunk lid and disassembled to replace the part. As for the adjustment, it is carried out when the luggage compartment lid does not close well or knocks while driving.

Trunk lock repair

To carry out repair work on the trunk lock, you will need to prepare the following list:

• wrench 10;
• installation;
• pencil;
• new lock or cylinder;
• Litol lubricant.

How to remove

To remove the luggage compartment lock, perform the following procedure:

1. Mark the position of the lock on the lid with a pencil.
2. Using a 10mm wrench, unscrew the 2 nuts securing the lock.

Replacing the larva

If the need for dismantling is due to replacing the cylinder, then before installing a new part, the mechanism is cleaned and lubricated with Litol. If the lock is completely replaced, the new parts of the product are also lubricated.

How to put

After lubricating the lock, it is installed in the following sequence:

1. Insert the sealing element into the luggage compartment lid.
2. Place the lock cylinder in the spacer sleeve.
3. Mount the cylinder together with the bushing into the lock.
4. Install the lock on the trunk lid in accordance with the previously made marks.
5. Fasten and tighten the mechanism with two nuts.

Video: replacing the trunk lock on a VAZ 2107

How to adjust the trunk lock

If the trunk lid lock on the “seven” closes with difficulty, it needs to be adjusted relative to the locking element. To do this, loosen the fasteners and change the position of the mechanism so that the latch easily fits into the body and the lever secures it well, and there is an equal gap between the luggage compartment lid and the body over the entire area.

Adjusting the trunk lid

Sometimes it becomes necessary to adjust the trunk lid. It happens that the part is located above the rear wings or is shifted to the right or left. If the trunk lid can be moved to the sides by unscrewing the fastening nuts on the hinges, then with an incorrect height position the situation is somewhat different.

To adjust the lid in height, you will need to open it completely and, holding the edge of the lid with one hand, apply force in the hinge area with the other. A similar procedure should be repeated on the other side.

The main thing is not to overdo it. Then close the lid and check the tightness of its fit. If necessary, repeat the procedure. To adjust the force of opening the trunk lid, the edges of the torsion bars of the springs are shifted to one of the teeth of the luggage compartment hinges.

Machine weight characteristics

For its time, the VAZ 2107 was an excellent car that was successfully sold, including outside our country. The machine's technical characteristics were not inferior to its analogues at a lower price; the design scheme used is highly reliable. The weight of the equipped vehicle is just over a ton, which allows it to demonstrate good power capacity.

The maximum permissible load is 400 kg, in other words the car can carry five adult passengers. If the quantity is smaller, luggage can be transported in a special compartment. A rational distribution of masses between the axles ensures good stability and controllability of the vehicle.

The small dimensions of the VAZ 2107 model, optimal weight for its size and a powerful engine provide the car with good dynamics and maneuverability. The successful design and low price predetermined the car's commercial success and, despite its advanced age, it still does not lose popularity.

VAZ 2107 is a rear-wheel drive car of group II of the small class of the AvtoVAZ company, produced from 1982 to 2012.

Body dimensions of VAZ 2107:

• VAZ 2107 2107 1.5 MT (72 hp): 4145x1620x1440 (mm).
• VAZ 2107 2107-20 1.5 MT (68 hp): 4145x1620x1440 (mm).

Dimensions are given in length/width/height format.

Additional sizes:

Modification track size:

Note:

• VAZ 2107 body type: sedan (4 doors, 5 seats).
• Standard clearance size: 170 (mm).

Important: the wheelbase size of the VAZ 2107 modifications is 2424 (mm).

Other names:

The 4-door VAZ 2107 sedan was exported under the names Lada Nova, VAZ 2103, VAZ 1500, Lada Riva, Lada Signet, Lada 1500.

Years of production years of production of all modifications of the model: 1982-2014.

Measured in millimeters (mm)

Measured in millimeters (mm)

Caution: the above data are the official figures of the manufacturer, however, please note that the information is for reference only and does not guarantee absolute accuracy.

The main task facing the designers was to reduce fuel consumption and the amount of exhaust gases, as well as improve the comfort and safety of the driver and passengers. In general, the task was completed successfully, since twenty years later the price of the outdated car did not drop in price, despite the fact that it lagged well behind its competitors.

Electrical equipment VAZ 2107

Wiring type: single-wire, negative on the car body (ground).

Battery: 6ST-55, capacity 55 Ah. Batteries with a capacity of 60 and 65 Amperes are also suitable, but you need to check the dimensions. Typically it is 242mm x 175mm x 192mm.

Operating voltage in the network: 13.6 -14.6 volts. The generator (G221) must deliver a current of no more than 1/10 of the battery capacity, i.e. approximately 2 to 5.5 Amps.

Ignition coil - B117 or B117-A (for carburetor engines) Starter - ST221

Lamp type:

Lamp for low and high beam: H4 or AKP2-60+55 (in Russian) - lamp for side lights and side turn signals: T4W or A12-4-1 - lamp for turn signals in the headlight, fog lights, reverse and brake lights: P21W or A12-21-3 - license plate and interior lighting lamp: C5W or AC12-5-1

VAZ 2107 engines

The VAZ 2107 was equipped with several engines (for Russia and the USSR), these are:

• VAZ 2103 engine (8 class, 1500 cm3, 71 hp, carburetor)
• VAZ 2105 engine (8 class, 1300 cm3, 64 hp, carburetor, timing belt drive)
• VAZ 2106 engine (8 class, 1600 cm3, 79 hp, carburetor)
• VAZ 2104 engine (8 cells, 1500 cm5, 68 hp, central injection)
• VAZ 21067 engine (8 cells, 1600 cm3, 74 hp, distributed injection)
• RPD engine (rotary, 1300 cm3, 140 hp)

Piston diameter and stroke:

- for 1300 = 79 mm x 66 mm - for 1500 = 76 mm x 80 mm - for 1600 = 79 mm x 80 mm - for 1700 = 82 mm x 80 mm

Compression ratio for all engines - 8.5 Cylinder operating order: 1-3-4-2

For carburetor VAZ 2107, DAAZ 2107-1107010 carburetors and their modifications were used. A-92 gasoline is used as fuel.

The injector for Euro-3 standards is already designed for A-95 gasoline.

Spark plugs for VAZ 2107:

— for carburetor engines — A17DVR or A17DV-10; - for injector - A17DVRM.

Oil for VAZ 2107:

For all classic engines, the optimal choice is semi-synthetic 5W40. If your region has severe frosts, and most of the time it is below minus 30, then choose 0W40. If your frosts are not severe and the summer is hot, then the oil is better than 10W40.

Oil change is done once every 10,000 km

Roof rack VAZ 2107

Thanks to the presence of gutters on the roof of the VAZ 2107, as on any classic Zhiguli, you can install a standard Zhiguli roof rack on the roof. You can do it yourself, but the most inexpensive option for a removable trunk will cost 1200-2100 rubles, so there is no particular point in reinventing the wheel. The overall size of the VAZ 2107 roof rack is 1300x1050x215 mm, and its load capacity is up to 50 kg.

The design of the trunk can be either classic or in the form of a box, which can also be mounted not only on roof rails, as in modern cars, but also on gutters. The box is more streamlined and stylish, but less spacious. However, in any case, the load on the roof pillars should not exceed 60-70 kg.

In these ways, you can optimize the VAZ 2107 to transport more luggage and light cargo, clean up the trunk and make the old seven even more comfortable. Happy travels everyone!

Drawings and dimensions of the false floor in the trunk of a VAZ 2107

Based on its geometry, the niche between the side members begs for a kind of organizer for tools, spare parts and small items, which you can easily assemble with your own hands from chipboard or pressed plywood. The cover of this organizer will be a false floor. The result is two independent compartments - one for hardware, the second for luggage.

The design is quite simple to assemble. For assembly, you will need to cut five blanks (or more, depending on the desired number of niches under the raised floor):

• 580x115 mm - three pieces, two of them will lie along the side members, and one will be a partition in the center;
• 780x115 mm - will fit between the rear bumper mounting pipes;
• 840x115 mm - the farthest side, between the thrust cups of the springs.

The structure is screwed together using furniture screws; the false floor itself, the size of the cover of the first tier, will be the same as the dimensions and contours of the perimeter of the resulting niche.

It is better to screw the hinges to it not in place, but by fixing the lid with several screws and removing the entire structure from the trunk, in a convenient place, on a workbench, for example. After this, you can sheathe the resulting organizer with any material - from leatherette to carpet. As a result, the trunk is always tidy, the floor is level and clean.

Technical characteristics of VAZ-21074 injector

The most significant feature of the VAZ-21074 model that appeared in the early 80s, which distinguished it from other modifications of the “seven”, was its equipment with a 1.6-liter VAZ-2106 engine, which initially only ran on gasoline with an octane rating of 93 or higher . Subsequently, the compression ratio was lowered, which made it possible to use lower grade fuel.

Table: technical characteristics of VAZ-21074

VAZ-2107 Tank volume, trunk Load capacity Fuel consumption

It is curious that the VAZ-2107 “Zhiguli” (LADA 2107), VAZ’s second-generation luxury car, appeared simultaneously with the front-wheel drive Sputnik/Samara family, and this was not a mistake. Most car enthusiasts in the USSR were still distrustful of front-wheel drive, which is why the “seven” turned out to be the most prestigious VAZ model in the 1980s. And not only in the USSR, but also in Eastern Europe. It was even called “Russian Mercedes” or “HBM” (“I want to be a Mercedes”).

Description of the salon

Having first appeared in 1982, the VAZ 2107 did not differ from its predecessors and competitors in any modern devices or design. However, even those little things that the manufacturer decided to introduce into the new Lada model played into the hands: the car became more convenient and attractive for drivers.

Interior trim

The interior trim was fully consistent with Soviet ideas about fashion. For example, higher quality plastic and wear-resistant fabrics were used. For the first time, the seats acquired an anatomical shape and received comfortable headrests. In general, the VAZ 2107 was the first in the manufacturer’s line to receive the title of a comfortable car for people.

Hard plastics and wear-resistant fabrics are used for interior upholstery.

Dashboard

However, if the interior, at the very least, stood out from similar AvtoVAZ models, the instrument panel was always made in strict accordance with existing standards. We can say that the dashboard is featureless, although it houses the tachometer and additional services of instruments and sensors.

On the panel there are only important devices, without decorations or frills.

This is probably why almost all VAZ 2107 owners try to somehow personalize the instrument panel in their cars. Some hang icons, others - flavors, others - toys... After all, a dull instrument panel affects the mood, so depending on capabilities and taste, drivers often resort to tuning this area of ​​the car.

Gear shift diagram

The gearbox on the VAZ 2107 is needed to transmit torque from the engine to the transmission.

The gear shift pattern on a five-speed gearbox is not much different from a four-speed one: the only difference is that another speed has been added, which is activated by pressing the lever all the way to the left and forward.

The gear shift pattern on a five-speed gearbox is not much different from a four-speed one.

All 7 gearboxes also have reverse gear. The transmission itself is necessarily sewn into the housing with a lever located on it to change gears.

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Luggage rack manufacturers

Gutter racks have been produced since USSR times. But due to the bowl-shaped shape and the small number of points of contact with the load, Soviet designs have sunk into oblivion. Although they can be found today as a rarity or an “unkillable” platform for transporting agricultural products.

A typical representative of that era is the BelAZ gutter rack, which is still produced in Belarus to this day. Options for four and six supports differ slightly in load capacity. The total figure is 50 kg. Dimensions 1.3x1.05x0.21 m. Cost 1,200 and 2,500 rubles depending on the number of supports. Consists of 4 single and 4 paired black metal tubes. They occupy transverse positions. Perforated silver plates are screwed to the ends as side edges. The trunk's potential is limited by design.

Luggage basket made by BelAZ

Currently, luggage devices are made of lightweight, durable alloys using an anti-corrosion coating.

• from Rostov-on-Don is popular for its universal designs, but does not shy away from mounting on gutters. The basic model consists of six parts:
  Paw. Part of the support from the roof side.
• Clamp. Second part of the support.
• Pipe crossbar. It is made of square steel profile.
• Plastic plug. Before threading the crossbar into the rack, the plug is removed from the crossbar.
• Wing with nut. Main fastener.
• Rubber backing. She puts it on her paw.

Load capacity 70 kg. Price from 450 to 900 rubles depending on the length of the crossbars. An excellent budget option, but at speed it shows poor aerodynamics - it is noisy.

• The Ant trunk is no different in appearance from the previous one. But the price of 1,750 rubles is explained by a 2-year warranty.
• The Russian aerodynamic trunk consists of wing-shaped crossbars 8 cm wide and 125 cm long. They can withstand loads of up to 75 kg. A T-shaped groove for connecting accessories and corrosion protection will cost 3,520 rubles. The VAZ-2107 is not a weak car and, having high-speed characteristics, will only improve them due to the aerodynamic cross members.

Luggage baskets are installed on the Semerka. They create the necessary volume for small-sized personal items. But boxes on 2107 are a rare phenomenon. If only this is a car that has undergone exterior tuning. Then the shape of the airbox is combined with the curves of the car.

Assembling and installing a roof rack on the gutters

Video about installing a roof rack on gutters

At the end, two main rules should be added for installing luggage accessories on the drains of a VAZ-2107:

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  About the trunk lock of the VAZ 2107

1. Maintain alignment from the windshield and rear window.
2. Tighten bolted connections evenly.

And also take care of the roof and operate the trunk in accordance with the instructions.

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Today, the next article in the series “Crystal VAZs or typical breakdowns of domestic cars” is dedicated to the “classics”: VAZ-2101, 2103, 2104, 2104, 2105, 2106 and 2107. These cars have been driving along our roads for decades and, despite Despite all the shortcomings that we will talk about, their popularity is still high.

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Unlike the previous luxury models - VAZ-2103 and VAZ-2106 - the new model in this segment differed less from the “norm” VAZ-2105. Thus, its body differed only in a more aggressive shape of the radiator grille and taillights. The interior now features original design seats with integrated headrests and cold air deflectors (in winter, you can direct hot air to your feet and a stream of cold air to your face). The main innovations were a more powerful 1.6 liter engine with 76 hp. s., as well as a 5-speed gearbox, which first appeared on the “classic” model of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant.

Two years later, the model range was replenished with a station wagon based on the VAZ-2105, which received the index 2104. When creating it, the main principle was the minimum cost of change - compared to the prototype. Hence some of the features: for example, the body of a station wagon is less rigid than a sedan, although according to operational requirements it should be the other way around. The “Four” quite quickly replaced the previous station wagon VAZ-2102 and for more than 15 years, until the appearance of the VAZ-2111, it remained the only model from Togliatti with this body type.

It didn’t work out that way with the “seven”. In theory, with the advent of the VAZ-2107, it was necessary to discontinue the previous luxury VAZ-2106, but for some reason the models continued to be produced in parallel. In the 1990s. The VAZ-2107 maintained its position as a luxury model, and only in the new century did this position become ambiguous. The car could no longer be considered a luxury model, since it was morally outdated compared to the VAZ-2110 and was much cheaper than the latter.

By this time, the VAZ-2107 “Zhiguli” (LADA 2107) was equipped with an engine with central fuel injection, which made the car the fastest Volga classic of all time. Combined with an aggressive “timeless” design, this gave it the image of an inexpensive car for family youth with sporting inclinations. And yet, AvtoVAZ understood that the backward model had a detrimental effect on the company’s image, although it attracted many buyers. Therefore, the plant began a policy of “removing” the VAZ-2107. In 2002, the license for its production was sold to the Ukrainian LuAZ, and in 2003 the main production was transferred from VAZ to Syzran. Since then, the “seven” have gathered anywhere - in Egypt, Chechnya, Ukraine, Izhevsk - just not in Togliatti.

The Quartet also underwent similar “migrations”. Now these two models are the last Russian successors to the Fiat 124 remaining on the assembly line and in demand for an unbeatably low price. Over their long life, the cars were repeatedly modernized, and after the assembly line “death” of their ancestor - the VAZ-2105 - they became even more similar. Now both cars are painted in the same color scheme, which has many metallic paint options, have the same electrical systems, seats and engines, as well as a “seven” radiator grille (the VAZ-2104 was originally designed as a VAZ-2105).

Hood of VAZ 2107

VAZ 2107 owners often modify the hood of the car. First of all, the lid stop, which was made at the factory in an extremely inconvenient way, changes. First you need to remove it from the latch and only then close it. On the VAZ 2106, the same stop is designed much simpler and more functional.

Installing an air intake on the hood

An air intake or snorkel is often installed on the hood of the VAZ 2107, which improves the appearance of the car and helps cool the engine. It is mounted so that air flows directly onto the air filter. Sometimes additional pipes are installed to the main air intake to increase cooling efficiency.

The snorkel is usually made by hand. In this case, it is better to use durable plastic or metal as a material. The air intake is mounted as follows.

1. A U-shaped hole is cut in the hood with a grinder.
2. The cut out part of the hood is bent to form the snorkel profile.
3. Triangular metal pieces are welded along the edges to cover the ends of the part.
4. The hood is puttied and painted to match the body color.

When cutting the hood, it is important not to touch the stiffeners provided by the design. Otherwise, the strength of the body will noticeably decrease

Hood lock

Sometimes car owners modify the hood lock of the VAZ 2107. If it does not work well or fails, the mechanism is dismantled. It is recommended to first outline the lock with a marker - this will avoid adjusting a new or restored lock. The mechanism is removed in the following order.

1. The hood opens.
2. The lock cable clamps come out of their seats.
3. The bent end of the cable is straightened with pliers. The fixing sleeve is removed.
4. Use a 10mm wrench to unscrew the lock nuts.
5. The lock is removed from the pins.
6. A well-oiled new lock is installed.

When replacing the cable, it is first disconnected from the lever handle. This is done from the salon. Then the cable is pulled out of its sheath. Nowadays, cables are often sold complete with a sheath. In this case, when replacing the old cable, it is pulled out along with the casing.

Brake system