All articles about the device and repair of external elements (exterior) of the body and frame of VAZ-2106 Zhiguli cars and their modifications.
Description of body structure Car body - four-door sedan, all-metal, welded, supporting structure (frameless). The body frame consists of the following main elements: the front end of the body, the front...
Body — cleaning drainage holes and lubricating rubbing parts Cleaning of drain holes and lubrication of rubbing parts must be carried out according to the frequency of maintenance every 10,000 km. To perform the work, you will need a thin...
Facing and grille — removal and installation The radiator grill consists of two halves fixed with self-tapping screws. We remove the grille to replace it, access to the radiator and sound signal (for vehicles in the...
Hood — removal and installation We remove the hood for replacement or the convenience of working in the engine compartment. An assistant is required to complete the work. Removing 1. We prepare the car for work...
Hood lock and lock cable — removal and installation Removing 1. We prepare the car for work (see " Vehicle preparation for maintenance and repair "). 2. We mark the position of the lock relative to the body bracket. 3. With a...
Front bumper — removal and installation We remove the bumper to replace its parts or perform body repairs on the front of the car. We show the removal work using the model 2106 bumper as an example. The model 2105...
Rear bumper — removal and installation We remove the bumper to replace its parts or perform body repairs on the rear of the car. Removing 1. We prepare the car for work (see " Vehicle preparation for maintenance and...
Mudguard — removal and installation We remove the mudguard for work from below the engine compartment. Removing 1. We install the car on a viewing hole or overpass (see " Vehicle preparation for maintenance and...
Windshield wiper blades — replacement If the rubber of the brushes has lost its elasticity or cracked, then the brushes must be replaced. To ensure traffic safety, it is recommended to change the brushes at least once...
External rear-view mirror — removal and installation Remove the outside rearview mirror for replacement. Removing 1. We prepare the car for work (see " Vehicle preparation for maintenance and repair "). 2. Using a Phillips...
Molding — removal and installation We remove the molding for replacement, as well as for locksmith and painting work with body parts. We show the work on the example of removing the driver's door molding. Removing...