Every car has an element called a clutch. This unit is designed to transmit torque from the engine flywheel to the gearbox. To engage these two units (engine and transmission), a special clutch disc is used. The VAZ-2106 is equipped with a friction type element. It's single-disc here. The clutch master and slave cylinders are also used. The VAZ-2106 has a fairly simple device. However, sometimes problems happen. So, during operation, the owners periodically adjust the VAZ-2106 clutch. Photos and description of the process are further in our article.
When to do this?
Novice motorists often ask the question: when is the VAZ-2106 clutch adjusted? The clutch drive is designed in such a way that there is free play on the pedal. So, normally it ranges from 0.4 to 2 millimeters. If there is a lot of play in the pedal and noticeable “dips,” it means that the element settings have gone wrong. The car needs the clutch readjusted. VAZ-2106 will not work correctly. When there is backlash, there is no integration of the mechanism in the working joint with the gearbox. Therefore, as soon as the pedal begins to fall, you need to set the free play again.
Pay attention to the clutch slave cylinder. The VAZ-2106 is equipped with it near the transmission. The element must not contain traces of liquid leakage. If the boot is damaged or the tightness of the connections is broken, the mechanism must be replaced.
general information
The clutch needs to be adjusted every time the car owner detects the above “symptoms”. The Zhiguli 2106 model has this problem more often than other cars. Therefore, it is necessary to inspect the state of operation of this sector for preventive purposes. After all, if the clutch “flies”, the car simply will not budge.
The main purpose of the unit is to transfer torque to the wheels of the drive axle. The VAZ-2106 has rear-wheel drive and a friction, single-disc dry clutch. The levers in the “six” are moved using a hydraulic subsystem, not cables. It includes:
- main cylinder;
- working cylinder;
- high pressure auxiliary hoses.
Adjusting the VAZ-2106 clutch - method No. 1
In this case, we will set the gap from inside the car, directly on the pedal itself. A special bracket will be installed here. The latter has a clutch master cylinder pusher and nut. Thanks to them, the required gap is set between the two elements (pushrod and clutch cylinder).
Note that from the interior you can only set the initial pedal stroke. If the gap is two millimeters or less, we proceed to adjusting the gap from the bottom of the car.
Method number 2
Now we need to set the stroke of the fork pusher. It is adjustable up to 5 millimeters. Use a wrench to hold the travel stop. Loosen the locknut two turns. Next, turn the limiter towards the bracket with a wrench. Selectively set the required gap. After this, hold the limiter again and tighten the locknut back. We take a ruler in our hands and measure the pedal play. To do this, press the clutch pedal with your hand until there is obvious resistance. Measure how far the fork has moved back. If necessary, reset the gap.
Adjusting the working cylinder pusher
You can adjust the optimal pedal travel by adjusting not only the master cylinder, but also the clutch slave cylinder.
Let's move on to setting up the working cylinder itself. Since the element is located under the bottom, there may be traces of dirt and corrosion on it. To unscrew the required nut, use VD-40 or its equivalent from. You need to unscrew it with two keys.
Pro Tips
Experienced auto mechanics recommend following the advice.
- When pumping, only high-quality fluid should be used.
- Operations related to the clutch must only be carried out cleanly. Dirt entry is unacceptable.
- It is recommended to check the clutch settings every 3-4 months of active use. The maximum permissible deviation from the working position is 10% of the range width.
Specialization: Graduated from the State Automobile University, worked for 20 years at GAZ-56, now I drive a Zhiguli.
We change the clutch with our own hands without removing the transmission
Sometimes setting the gap does not achieve the desired result. In this case, only replacing the clutch on a VAZ-2106 will help. It is quite possible to do this without removing the box. So, where do we start? First, unscrew the propeller drive bolts and the shaft itself. Next, disconnect the contacts from the reverse indication sensor. Unscrew the clutch housing bolts. Dismantle the bottom traverse. Using a thirteen wrench, unscrew the nuts of the gearbox mounting mount. The transmission itself is moved to the side opposite the engine using a pry bar. As a result, the box should lie on the exhaust pipe of the exhaust system. To prevent the unit from sagging and jumping off when replacing the clutch, support it.
Examination
To make sure that everything is done correctly, simple checks should be carried out upon completion of the work.
- Set the gearbox to neutral. Start the engine and warm up the car to operating temperature. Reduce the gas to such an extent that the crankshaft speed becomes minimal. Depress the clutch pedal and shift to reverse gear. In this case, there should be no extraneous sounds: tapping, creaking, etc. If, nevertheless, some extraneous noise occurs, it means that the work was carried out incorrectly.
- When the car is moving at a speed of 40-45 km, depress the clutch pedal and change gears. There should also be no third-party sounds.
- At the acceleration stage of the VAZ-2106, you need to observe the correspondence between the increase in speed and the increase in crankshaft rotation speed. Proportionality and the absence of slipping indicate that the adjustment was made correctly.
The check must be done to make sure that the car is in good technical condition, which is important in terms of the safety of the driver and his passengers. At the end of the work, it is recommended to bleed the system by filling it with brake fluid to remove any trapped air. This procedure is also easy to carry out yourself using a set of inexpensive and accessible tools and materials.
If the adjustment does not show the desired result, it should be done again. Since the 2106 is quite an old model, the last car was produced before 2006, it is worth inspecting the clutch parts and replacing them if necessary.
What's next
The next step is to remove the clutch basket. To do this, fix the position of the flywheel (you can use a pry bar) and unscrew the basket bolts one by one. You will need a thirteen wrench (to speed up the process, use a head with a ratchet handle). Carefully move the unscrewed basket to the side and remove the worn clutch disc. We will also need to remove the release bearing of the gearbox input shaft and the clutch release fork.
Signs of clutch problems
Clutch adjustment VAZ 2106
Perhaps every car enthusiast knows the main signs that the clutch requires replacement or its adjustment is inevitable. So, first of all, there are jerks when moving, mechanical crackling when changing gears, a burning smell in the cabin, and slipping of the clutch. All these are not even alarm bells, but let’s say alarm bells, noticing that you must understand that the main transmission mechanism requires adjustment.
general information
The clutch needs to be adjusted every time the car owner detects the above “symptoms”. The Zhiguli 2106 model has this problem more often than other cars. Therefore, it is necessary to inspect the state of operation of this sector for preventive purposes. After all, if the clutch “flies”, the car simply will not budge.
The main purpose of the unit is to transfer torque to the wheels of the drive axle. The VAZ-2106 has rear-wheel drive and a friction, single-disc dry clutch. The levers in the “six” are moved using a hydraulic subsystem, not cables. It includes:
- main cylinder;
- working cylinder;
- high pressure auxiliary hoses.
Clutch adjustment
Drivers even minimally familiar with the structure of the car will be able to carry out this procedure independently. Here is a clear procedure:
What you need
- There are several types of keys: “10”, “13” and “17”.
- Emphasis.
- Cobra pliers and pliers.
- A ruler to measure the free play of the pedal.
Adjusting the clutch pedal VAZ 2106
Where to begin
- We start by setting the correct gap between the pushrod and the piston that pushes the hydraulic master cylinder. It should be 0.4–2 mm. This can be done inside the car. Under the steering wheel you can find a special clutch pedal travel limiter, and on it there is a special nut with its help, and the required clearance should be set. As a result, the working cylinder and piston should fall into place.
- Next, we measure the free play of the pedal. It should be no more than 4–6 mm. If it does not meet these standards, it must be adjusted. This is done by changing the length of the limiter. Take 2 wrenches, and slightly loosen the lock nut, screw or unscrew the limiter until you can achieve the required free play. Then you need to tighten the locknut back.
- Now proceed to adjust the free play of the release fork pusher. It should be 4–5 mm. First of all, remove the spring and put a ruler, resting it on one side against the main cylinder. Afterwards, press the end of the fork and simply record its value on the ruler. In this case, the working cylinder must be stationary. Then we move the end of the fork back and calculate the free play value. If it is not within the normal range, adjust it using a locknut.
Examination
To make sure that everything is done correctly, simple checks should be carried out upon completion of the work.
- Set the gearbox to neutral. Start the engine and warm up the car to operating temperature. Reduce the gas to such an extent that the crankshaft speed becomes minimal. Depress the clutch pedal and shift to reverse gear. In this case, there should be no extraneous sounds: tapping, creaking, etc. If, nevertheless, some extraneous noise occurs, it means that the work was carried out incorrectly.
- When the car is moving at a speed of 40-45 km, depress the clutch pedal and change gears. There should also be no third-party sounds.
- At the acceleration stage of the VAZ-2106, you need to observe the correspondence between the increase in speed and the increase in crankshaft rotation speed. Proportionality and the absence of slipping indicate that the adjustment was made correctly.
The check must be done to make sure that the car is in good technical condition, which is important in terms of the safety of the driver and his passengers. At the end of the work, it is recommended to bleed the system by filling it with brake fluid to remove any trapped air. This procedure is also easy to carry out yourself using a set of inexpensive and accessible tools and materials.
If the adjustment does not show the desired result, it should be done again. Since the 2106 is quite an old model, the last car was produced before 2006, it is worth inspecting the clutch parts and replacing them if necessary.
Preparing to adjust the clutch
Some car owners are wondering how a VAZ 2106 can cost less and be better without hiring expensive professionals. Therefore, our article outlines how to carry out the entire complex of technological operations for adjusting the clutch of a VAZ “classic” with your own hands in a garage or inspection pit.
It should be understood that if deficiencies appear in this mechanical assembly, then adjustment of the clutch is required to allow correct functioning. Adjustment, a video about which is located on the Internet, is needed when pressing the foot pedal for turning on this mechanism unit reveals shortcomings in the operation of the unit. Such malfunctions include:
- dips when pressed;
- there is no complete integration of the mechanism in the working joint with the box with loss of elasticity;
- other possible shortcomings.
