New products follow us step by step. Some technologies are being replaced by others. A person, wanting to make his life easier, begins to introduce them into a car. If earlier in the car there was a well-known “meat grinder”, which was used to open the car windows, now you can hardly see it anywhere; to facilitate this action, electric windows have been installed. The same thing happened with a regular steering wheel. To make steering easier, they first came up with power steering, and then electric power.
Electric power steering, also called electric power steering, is a system that is designed to reduce the effort required to twist the steering wheel. That is, if previously you had to use both hands to twist the steering wheel, now this action can be performed with one finger.
Prices for electric power steering for the Lada Kalina model range from 5,000 rubles for a used part to 25,000 rubles for a new one.
Pros and cons of electric booster?
Advantages of EUR:
- Compact mechanism . The device itself is installed on the steering shaft, thereby taking up no space under the hood.
- Easy to maintain . The electric booster does not require constant monitoring of the fluid level.
- Easily customizable.
- Economical . The electric motor only turns on when the steering wheel is turned.
Disadvantages of EUR:
- During heavy operation, the electric amplifier overheats. For example, on a dirt road after rain.
- Low power. The reason for this was not a powerful electric generator.
Don't forget that power steering of any type can also be dangerous.
Removing the electric power steering Kalina
First you need to remove the Kalina steering wheel, and then the steering column switches. Disconnect the ignition switch wire connectors from the instrument panel. If necessary, remove the ignition switch.
- Unscrew the 3 screws with a Phillips screwdriver and remove the lower cross member of the instrument panel.
- Disconnect the 2 wiring harness connectors from the power steering control unit by pressing the clips.
- Disconnect the wire block from the steering column switch connector. Unscrew the 4 nuts securing the bracket.
- Lower the Kalina steering column to the floor. If necessary, remove the steering column switch connector.
- Unscrew the nut of the bolt securing the lower universal joint to the steering gear shaft using a 13mm socket. We hold the bolt from turning with a 13 key.
- Remove the bolt.
- Release the terminal connection of the hinge using a large flathead screwdriver.
- Remove the intermediate driveshaft from the Kalina steering gear shaft.
Before removal, use a marker to mark the relative position of the upper joint of the propeller shaft relative to the steering shaft.
- Unscrew the nut of the hinge coupling bolt using a 13mm wrench. We keep it from turning it with the key “13”. Remove the bolt.
- Unscrew the terminal connection of the hinge with a screwdriver.
- Remove the intermediate driveshaft from the steering shaft.
- The photo shows the intermediate driveshaft of the Lada Kalina.
Causes of amplifier failure
A fairly common cause of power steering failure is incorrect operation of the speed sensor. Replacing and eliminating the problem will not cost the car owner much, and you can perform this operation yourself. The higher the vehicle speed, the less the amplifier works, making it easier to control. If the sensor malfunctions, the amplifier reads incorrect information and turns off. This type of failure is easy to detect. The EUR light on the dashboard will simply light up. All you need to do is replace the speed sensor.
Another reason for an amplifier to fail is a malfunction of the amplifier itself. The solution to this problem will not be cheap.
Installation instructions
This manual is intended for those who have minimal skills in working with tools and vehicle systems. It is made as accessible as possible to everyone. But if you doubt your skills and knowledge, it is better to contact a car service.
Required tools and materials
First of all, you will need the EUR itself. Please note its serial number. The last two digits indicate the type and place of production.
So, 00 is a geared amplifier, produced in Makhachkala and has received complaints from drivers. With the numbers 04 - Korean, installed on Grants and Kalinas, a good amplifier, can be found in stores, but there are few of them on sale. Well, 02 - Kaluga, gearless type, also has good reviews.
To connect, you will need common tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, and an angle grinder.
#1 11.10.2011 20:41:53
INSTALLING EUR (ELECTRIC POWER STEERING) ON KALINA The amplifier itself was purchased in Cherepovets today (special thanks to SASHA BEARD). True, with some disappointment, but it’s no one’s fault
At first I waited for the EUR to be delivered to another store, today I called and asked if there was an amplifier? -there is.. -whose? Kaluga how fast? -11500 (good) -IT IS WITHOUT GEARBOX. (I ASKED THREE TIMES) - yes, without a gearbox (they answered three times) - okay, I’ll arrive in three hours, typed the address into the nafigator and went
in general, the nafigator is a different story, he’s lying shamelessly, it’s good that there is a connection and Sasha sorted it out on the spot
well there was a spare option in another store but there the price is 16250 (almost five pieces) but without a gearbox
I looked in the general one, I’m asking about the connectors and there is NO schematic, okay, I bought it as is, in the general one, I’ll have to look for something for a schematic, then I’ll somehow dig it up, but with the connector it will be more difficult, can anyone help me dig up a connector with wires from the shops, of course there’s no disassembly, there was only one at work but they sold it a week ago along with the amplifier
Added 10/12/2011 12:32:59: the amplifier could not be installed, many parts are missing
car disassembly before disassembly
We carefully disassemble everything and get this
We are trying to install another one, of course it doesn’t fit, we need an adapter plate and a different cardan according to the photo, numbers 3, 6, and 8
you still need connectors like these
and so at this stage everything has been put back together and we are waiting for spare parts to either order or look for a donor, I’ll probably order
Characteristics of ESD malfunctions and the need for subsequent diagnostics
The design of the EUR is quite simple, which makes its repair quite simple. But its location was not chosen very well by the manufacturer. The electric amplifier module is mounted directly under the heater radiator. Therefore, during the operation of the device, especially in winter, it is periodically exposed to temperature. Which is one of the reasons for its failure.
Unfortunately, this development of events occurs quite often. Failure to operate the ESD is associated with some difficulties in driving and the appearance of certain problems. In most cases, the following factors are responsible for malfunctions:
- lack of speed sensor signal;
- low voltage in the vehicle's power supply network;
- the maximum system speed has been exceeded;
- The control unit is faulty.
All these factors lead to device failure. Diagnosis of a similar condition is carried out by the car itself as a result of starting the system and turning on the on-board computer, which checks the serviceability of all systems. If there is no signal from any element, the computer automatically considers it faulty, and displays the corresponding information on the dashboard.
If the electric power steering does not work, a special orange light appears on the screen, shaped like a steering wheel with an exclamation mark. The manufacturer's instructions state that failure of the ESD requires urgent repairs. Why should the driver move at low speed to the service station to carry out the appropriate actions. In practice, things are a little different.
In most cases, a light on the dashboard does not mean repair. It indicates the presence of any problem in the EUR units. This can be either a malfunction in the power circuits, which is implied by the device’s connection diagram, or a failure of one of the sensors. At the same time, this fact has absolutely no impact on the control of the vehicle.
The real problem is problems that affect the sensitivity of the steering wheel and prevent it from working properly. These problems arise quite often and require immediate response, since ignoring them can lead to dire consequences. To quickly neutralize this problem, you should remove the fuse, which is located on the left side of the steering wheel.
This step will allow you to get to the repair site without interference, although driving the car will become a little more difficult.
A faulty EUR will not affect the steering wheel and interfere with driving the car.
What malfunctions threaten the EUR on Kalina and what are the ways to eliminate them?
Electric power steering is a component used to provide more comfortable driving. Not so long ago, domestically produced cars began to be equipped with EUR, in particular, in this article we will talk about Lada Kalinas. What malfunctions can occur with the Kalina EUR and what troubleshooting methods are there? Find answers to these and other questions below.
Installing a hydraulic booster on a Lada Kalina
Changes are certified, these power steering units are supplied to VAZ
VAZ supplies a lot of things, but this does not mean that all this is certified for Kalina, everything here is adult. Don’t indulge yourself in illusions; steering is not a toy.
Changes are certified, these power steering units are supplied to VAZ
It is unlikely that VAZ certified Kalina with power steering. Therefore, there will be problems with technical inspection. Read Appendix No. 2 to the Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs No. 1240 of 2000.
It is unlikely that VAZ certified Kalina with power steering. Therefore, there will be problems with technical inspection. Read Appendix No. 2 to the Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs No. 1240 of 2000. No, the power steering is not certified for the Kalina; it is certified for the tenth family and the like and for the classics. The family itself has two cars and both with power steering are the seven and the Kalina
How to tighten the electric power steering rack?
The appearance of a knocking sound in the operation of the electric power steering is associated with the need to tighten the steering rack.
How to do it right:
- First you need to disconnect the battery; to do this, disconnect the terminals from it. Unscrew the battery mount; to do this, you need to unscrew two more nuts located at the edges. After this, the battery is removed and put aside.
- Then you need to lift the plastic stand, there are four more screws under it, they can also be unscrewed.
- Having done this, it is necessary to move this stand forward until the platform is disconnected from the air filter housing retainer pad. After this, the trim can be moved back, this will provide freer access to the rail itself.
- At the next stage, you will need to crawl your hand under the rail. Directly below it, as shown in the photo, there is a rubberized cap; it will need to be removed, this will allow the key to access the adjusting nut.
- To perform adjustment work, you will need a special wrench to tighten the rack; without it, the adjustment procedure will not be possible. Using this wrench, you need to crawl under the car rail to install the tool in the required hole.
- When adjusting, be careful not to overtighten the rack. If its tightening is very strong, then when cornering the rack will bite, and this, in turn, may affect the safety of movement. The angle of adjustment is always different, it depends on how much the nut is loose, but usually when performing such work the nut is tightened by approximately 30 degrees. This should be enough to get everything right. After the adjustment is completed, it will be necessary to check that this task was performed correctly. That is, you will need to make sure that the steering wheel turns normally to any position all the way and there is no knocking. If the knock remains, then the adjustment continues.
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LADA Kalina Cross in the “Unique Outback” (introductory post)
We didn’t wait for the “war paint” and the official start; it’s time to talk about the behavior of the car and its characteristics.
03. Here's how this car differs from the first version of Kalina (9 photos are clickable, friends):
05. What does the manufacturer offer in terms of comfort: - noise insulation (excellent, no complaints so far) - electric heating of exterior mirrors - electric power steering (although the first Kalina is easier to control) - height adjustment of the front seat belts - climate system - heated front seats - electric windows of the front doors - light tinting of the windows - height-adjustable steering column - audio system (FM, USB, SD card, Bluetooth, Hands free), external antenna, 4 speakers - central locking with remote control - cabin air filter (photo on the left - mirror Kalina Cross, on the right – just Kalina)
