How to install power steering on a VAZ 2107

Cars of the classic series developed by VAZ do not particularly pamper our fellow citizens with additional equipment. Power steering was not installed as standard on the VAZ 2107; none of the rear-wheel drive models of this manufacturer can boast of such a sophistication. Additional equipment to reduce the load on the driver and facilitate control can only be installed as an option.

The power steering for the seven was specially designed and manufactured by one of AvtoVAZ’s development plants. The kit has been successfully tested and approved for use on vehicles of this model. It should be remembered that the operation of vehicles with changes made independently to the steering design is prohibited; in fact, this is a restriction on the use of non-certified equipment.

Steering device

The “Seven” belongs to the category of rear-wheel drive cars; the front suspension uses a layout with two pairs of wishbones. The steering of the vehicle in the standard configuration without power steering consists of the following components and mechanisms:

systems of three rods with tips;
steering engine;
pendulum;
rotary axles with rods.

The steering gear has a gearbox with a worm gear; its bipod is connected to a similar part of the pendulum by an intermediate rod. It ensures simultaneous rotation of both nodes at a certain angle. The external rods, which transmit force to the wheel axles, consist of two parts. With their help, the toe angle of the front wheels is set.

Step-by-step replacement of the steering wheel

You can remove the steering wheel in a VAZ-2107 yourself, but in order for the process to be completed correctly, you need to do it step by step:

The battery lock must be done first to prevent short circuit. To do this, it will be enough to disconnect the negative terminal from the battery.
Using a small screwdriver, you need to pry off the Lada logo, which adorns the middle of the steering wheel. This logo is not only a decoration of the steering wheel, but also an original plug that covers the fastening element.
After the plug is removed, you can see a 24-size nut inside, which must be unscrewed. Before unscrewing, you need to set the steering wheel to a position in which the wheels of the car will “look” directly from the body.
A size 24 socket must be inserted into the extension so that it is convenient to put the tool on the fixing nut. Next, you need to insert such a device into the so-called knob and try to turn the latch with a sharp counterclockwise movement. In this case, you should hold the steering wheel with your knees so that the structure does not turn when unscrewing the lock. If the nut does not come off the first time, you need to repeat the whole process again, but experts do not recommend completely unscrewing the lock. This is explained by the fact that the steering wheel is quite firmly attached to the shaft, and if it is removed with a sharp jerk, the structure can hit a person hard in the chest.
Once you feel that the fastener has become loose, you need to start swinging the steering wheel in different directions. You can completely remove the steering wheel from the shaft after you hear a peculiar click. This will indicate that the steering wheel is starting to hit the nut, so the clamp can be completely unscrewed without fear.

Such simple manipulations and a minimum of tools will help VAZ-2107 owners remove the steering wheel without much effort for further replacement of the structure or troubleshooting any problems.

Upgrade options

Installing a certified power steering makes the steering more comfortable and suitable for women and older drivers. There are many of these among car owners who own one of the most common cars in our country - the “seven”. The effort on the steering wheel is clearly excessive for them, especially when maneuvering at low speed or turning the wheels in place.

Installing a set of additional equipment allows you to successfully solve this problem. You can purchase mechanisms in retail stores or online. When purchasing, it is important to make sure that the proposed kit has a technical passport certified by the wet seal of the manufacturer. In addition, a special certificate is required; all the documents listed above are necessary to make changes to the PTS,

Stages of work execution

In any case, you will need to adjust the gearbox speed sensor. Otherwise, when starting the VAZ and driving at low speeds, the driver will not be able to notice any changes. Thus, it will be difficult to turn the steering wheel. When accelerating at high speed, the steering wheel will yield to the car owner with little resistance.

transfer of another choke cable, which is included in the kit for the VAZ 2108 electric booster,
replacing the gearbox - you will need to take this unit with a short worm shaft, and the bipod must be original,
If the 2107 has a contact ignition system, you will need to install the MUR1100E diode yourself.

Speed sensor.
Fasteners.
Choke cable.
The ignition switch, steering column switches, steering column cover - these parts must be from 2110.
Installation instructions and passport for electric power steering on a VAZ.

Equipment set

When purchasing a power steering for a VAZ 2107, you need to check the availability of parts and components according to the list below:

power steering pump with pulley;
expansion tank;
gearbox with actuator;
hydraulic cylinder;
set of high pressure hoses and pipelines.

In addition to the equipment, it is necessary to purchase a special operating fluid for hydraulic systems. It is marked ATF; the use of substandard oils leads to rapid equipment failure.

How does an electric booster work?

The electric power steering on the VAZ-2107 starts to work and creates additional torque, which reduces the force required to turn the wheels. Moreover, it begins to work simultaneously with the driver turning the steering wheel. The device is able to reduce the load required to turn the steering wheel by 5.7 times.

In other words, if you applied a force of 20 kg before installing the device, then after that only 3.5 kg will be enough for a similar action. Stages of device operation:

Using a torque sensor, it is determined in which direction the driver rotates the steering wheel.
The control unit allows you to read all data related to engine speed and vehicle speed.
Using an electric motor, the propeller shaft of the steering mechanism rotates. As a result, the force required to turn the steering wheel is reduced.

Using a speed sensor, a normal relationship is ensured between the gain of the device and the intensity of vehicle traffic. If the speed is low, it becomes harder to turn the steering wheel. Therefore, the control unit understands that the gain needs to be increased. Conversely, if you are moving at high speed, then you need to apply less force. Therefore, the electric power steering is not involved in steering.

The device starts operating 5 seconds after the driver turns on the ignition. If suddenly any breakdown occurs in the electric amplifier, the automatic control system will turn it off, as a result the car will be switched to manual mode. This ensures 100% safety in case the device suddenly breaks down. Therefore, you don’t have to worry about the safety of your life.

Types of power steering

If you decide to equip your car with an amplifier, then you have several options - expensive and cheaper:

Power steering for the VAZ 2107 is a more expensive option. Such a system consists of a pump, supply lines, a pipe and a reservoir for working fluid. In this case, the working fluid is oil, which is under pressure in the system. The installation procedure is quite complex, like the design of the system itself, and the car owner will also have to periodically maintain the system. As practice and prices on the automotive market show, there is no point in installing such a unit, since its cost is almost half the price of a used 2107.
A cheaper and more suitable option for the “seven” is an electric booster. In practice, this unit allows you to cope well with the load placed on it, especially since its installation is simpler. In fact, the electric power steering works on the “seven” almost as efficiently as the hydraulic booster. It should be noted that the main advantage of such a system is the absence of the need for regular maintenance. The EUR on a VAZ is connected to the on-board network, since its operation requires 12-volt voltage.

Basic information about the hydraulic booster

What makes the power steering for a VAZ 2107 car stand out? Experienced motorists highlight several main advantages of power steering on a VAZ 2107 car, such as:

It is also worth paying your attention to the fact that the hydraulic booster has two schemes, such as transmitting force to the river or the steering shaft. Car enthusiasts distinguish two systems of such amplifiers:

The device of the power steering on a VAZ 2107 car

The power steering for VAZ 2107 cars includes the following basic elements:

When turning at high or low speed;
Returning car wheels to the middle position and maintaining them in this condition;
When turning.

And thanks to the torsion, torque is transmitted to the steering system, while simultaneously measuring the twist and angle of rotation of this wheel. To carry out such measurements, special sensors are used, and the received information is transmitted to the hydraulic booster. This is how the hydraulic booster is maintained in the required mode. After this, the torque goes to the steering mechanism and the drive wheels of the car. Turning at low speeds is typical for parking a vehicle, and the steering angle of the car is not small. The torque is provided by an electronic control circuit with the help of maximum functioning of the car engine.

How to correctly install power steering on a VAZ 2107 car?

Naturally, it will also be necessary to adjust the gearbox speed sensor, otherwise the driver will not notice any changes when starting to drive at low speeds. That is, the steering wheel will be a little harder to turn. When high speeds are reached, the steering wheel will pass to the vehicle owner with a low level of resistance. Also, if you do not have a speed sensor, then you will also need to install it.

Reducing the number of steering revolutions;
Reducing the effort when turning the steering wheel.

High cost;
Difficulty in establishing;
Significant changes to the steering system of the vehicle;
Needs regular maintenance.

Do-it-yourself installation of electric power steering on a VAZ is carried out using 2 methods:

Detailed guide to installing electric power steering

Buying an electric amplifier today is not a problem; all you have to do is go to any specialized store. The design features of the “seven” allow the installation of an electric amplifier from the Lada Priora. But before you purchase this unit, you need to take into account that for installation you will need to make or additionally buy a cardan, as well as an adapter plate. We will not describe the entire process in detail, because if you understand what we are talking about, then the instructions below will be enough for the correct and complete installation of the system (the author of the video is the Anton Mariyan channel).

If you are faced with the need for installation for the first time, then it would be better to seek help in this matter from qualified specialists. After all, if you make mistakes, getting rid of malfunctions can be problematic, so if you lack experience, it is better to immediately entrust this matter to professionals.

So, here's how the installation procedure works:

First, you should completely de-energize the on-board network to prevent a possible short circuit during repair work. To do this, simply open the hood and disconnect the terminals from the battery.
Next, you will need to remove the protective cover from the steering wheel. To do this, simply unscrew the bolts that secure the two parts of the cover.
At the next stage, the old steering cardan is removed, as well as the installation of a new part, which comes with the purchased system.
After completing these steps, you will need to use a drill to drill holes to fix the electric amplifier. Depending on the design features of the new EUR, the holes may be different, so at this stage you need to use the installation instructions that should come with the kit.
Once the holes are drilled, the electric amplifier must be fixed.
Next, the wires from the speed and speed sensors are connected. When connecting, be careful - you cannot allow the presence of bare wires in the electrical circuit, so all cables must be carefully insulated.
After completing these steps, the power circuit of the unit is connected; remember that the electrical circuit must include a safety element.
Actually, at this point the process of installing the electric booster system can be considered complete. All you have to do is reinstall the protective steering wheel pads and tighten all the bolts that were unscrewed earlier. Then the battery terminals are connected and the functionality of the system is checked. If problems arise with the operation of the electric amplifier, you need to check the correct installation and also make sure that you did not make mistakes when connecting the wires. As practice shows, one of the main reasons for the incorrect operation of the ESD is incorrect wiring.

Advantages of using an electric booster

“Classic” cars can easily be fitted with Priora electric power steering. But for this you will have to additionally buy a plate and a cardan. Tasks that the EUR copes with:

Increasing the level of safety, comfort and ease of driving.
Easier control during maneuvering. This is especially useful for women, the elderly, and novice drivers who find it difficult to turn a stiff steering wheel.
The electric amplifier acts as a tuning element.

But even if you have been driving for many years, you are unlikely to be able to refuse such an improvement to your car. After all, installing electric power steering will make driving on city streets easier.

Video “Efficiency of the electric booster on the VAZ 2107”

You can see how the EUR installed on the “seven” works in the video below (the author of the video is Roman Patrikeev).

If you are the owner of a truly popular car, the VAZ 2107, then this article is just for you. In it we will look at how to add comfort and pleasure to driving this car.

Power steering on the VAZ 2107 is not included in the standard package; the manufacturer probably believes that the forces applied to the steering wheel are not so great to install it. And besides, this would undoubtedly increase the final cost of one of the most budget cars.

If you still want your steering wheel to rotate in place as easily as on foreign cars of the late 90s, then you need to think about installing power steering. Today there are several ways to solve this difficult problem.

You can choose a steering rack with a power steering system and consider installing it on a car, but in my opinion this is quite labor-intensive and energy-consuming. The easiest way is to purchase a ready-made kit for modifying a conventional steering rack installed on a car.

The kit includes a pump, pulley, special steering gear, hydraulic cylinder, expansion tank and a set of high-pressure hoses. Now let's move on to a description of the components and methods of their installation.

Installation of power steering

The installation of the power steering kit must be carried out by an authorized service center, and the owner is issued a special document. The certificate of completed work is presented to the registration and examination department of the traffic police and is the basis for making changes to the PTS. During the operation, you should strictly adhere to the instructions included with the equipment.

The sequence of work to install power steering on a VAZ 2107 is as follows:

The car is driven onto a lift or inspection hole, the front part is suspended, and the wheels are removed.
Using special devices, the rod ends are detached from the steering wheel bipod.
Inside the car, the spline joint unwinds and the shaft on which the steering wheel is mounted is released.
The bolts securing the machine to the spar are released, after which the mechanism is removed and put away.
A new gearbox with an actuating hydraulic cylinder is installed in the vacant space.
A pump is mounted on a bracket on the engine cylinder block, providing the necessary oil pressure in the system. The drive belt is thrown over the crankshaft pulley and tensioned in accordance with the instructions.
The next step is the installation of pipelines, high-pressure hoses and their connection to the compressor and actuator.
The system is filled with operating fluid in an amount of about 1.8 liters and checked for tight connections.

Finally, the hydraulic circuit must be pumped, or rather, any remaining air must be removed from it. To do this, you need to turn the steering wheel until it stops in one direction and the other several times. After this, the first test run of the engine is carried out and the system is operational. Almost immediately after starting, the force on the steering wheel should decrease sharply.

Before further operation of the VAZ-2107 vehicle, the wheel alignment angles are checked on a special stand. If necessary, camber and toe indicators are adjusted to the values established in the technical documentation. It should be remembered that the power steering makes it easy to perform maneuvers at low speeds and turn the steering wheel even on the spot without much difficulty.

VAZ 2107 is the legendary AvtoVAZ model. However, for all its advantages, by modern standards the design clearly lacks advanced elements. For example, power steering - after all, all cars of the latest generation, even in basic configurations, are necessarily equipped with this mechanism.

Installation of the kit

Let's start with the pump, it is necessary for pumping and creating the necessary pressure in the system, it is installed on the cylinder block and driven by a belt drive; for this it is necessary to install a new crankshaft pulley. Next, we are changing the steering gear, its dimensions are slightly different from the standard one, so you may need to modify the area around it before installation.

We install the hydraulic cylinder according to the instructions given, select a location for the expansion tank, connect the system with high-pressure hoses, fill the tank with special fluid for power steering, bleed the system and enjoy the result.

After such modification of the car's steering system, its behavior on the road should become more controlled and pleasant for the driver. Undoubtedly, installing power steering on a VAZ 2107 will please you with its results.

Power steering device

We can say that the “seven” is equipped with the simplest type of power steering. It contains several basic elements that make it easier to control the car:

Hydraulic pump mechanism. It is through the cavities of the pump that an uninterrupted supply of working fluid is carried out and the necessary pressure is created.
Steering gearbox with distributor. This device is designed to ensure the passage of air flow. The air directs the oil in two directions: into the cylinder cavity or in the return direction - from the cylinder to the tank containing the working fluid.
Hydraulic cylinder. It is this mechanism that converts oil pressure into movements of the piston and rod, which reduces physical force when applying pressure to the steering wheel.
Working fluid (oil). Oil is necessary for the stable operation of the entire power steering system, since it not only transmits movement from the pump to the hydraulic cylinder, but also simultaneously lubricates all components. Oil is poured into a special container and supplied through high-pressure hoses.

Typical equipment of the VAZ 2107 implies two schemes for the operation of the hydraulic booster: transmission of movement to the steering rack or to the steering shaft.

Power steering for VAZ classic from 21214 (beginning) part 2 — Lada 2104, 0.5 l., 1986 on DRIVE2

So, we have in stock: 2123-3400012-00 — Steering mechanism VAZ-2123 with power steering AvtoVAZ2123-3407012-00 — Power steering pump VAZ-2110,2112,2120,2123

21214-3407140 — Bracket for power steering pump VAZ 21214 (injector) of a new type

What is missing: 2123-3408018-00 — VAZ-2123 high pressure power steering hose 2123-3408124 — VAZ-2123 power steering supply hose 2123-3408027 — VAZ-2123 low pressure power steering hose 21214-3401165-00 — NIVA 2121 steering gear seal 4-3407042 — Power steering pump belt NIVA 10.7x83821214-3407180 — Power steering pump drive pulley 2131-3407184-10 — Crankshaft pulley 21214-3407192 — Remote washer 21214-1005054 — Crankshaft nut NIVA 21310-3401092-30 — universal joint ny2123-3410100 — Bracket for VAZ-2110,2123 tank GUR2123-3410010 — Bachek GUR2123-3408200 — Oil radiator VAZ-2123 (heat exchanger) GUR Bolts M10x1.25x170 3 pcs.

Power steering fluid Pentosin CHF 11S 2l.

Among the modifications: Cut the space in the engine bulkhead for the gearbox itself; Connect the steering shaft cardan shafts 21214 and 2105. For installation, you will also need to install the VUT from Niva with a bracket, because native (2101) VUT will interfere with the installation of the gearbox21214-3510006 - Vacuum amplifier NIVA21214-3505010 - GTs21214-3510406 - Vacuum amplifier bracket The bipod can be rearranged 2101, just cut off the limiter a little You may have to bend the radiator fan diffuser a little

Add fluid and bleed the system

And also, maybe it will be useful to someone. Pump brackets are available for injection and carburetor Nivas and also for Chevrolet Niva. And they are all different. Difference in fastening. On a carburetor it is attached to the front engine cover and a bolt on the head. On the injection engine, the distributor and fuel pump are mounted in place. On the Chevrolet Niva, the design is also completely different. There is also a ripple pump pulley and everything is driven by one belt. To be continued... How will I get everything? I'll start installing ;)

Steering. Part 1. Installing Shniva power steering on a classic. — Lada 2104, 1.3 l., 1989 on DRIVE2

Everyone remembers very well what a G**** the steering wheel of the classics is. Dull, sluggish, tight, etc. To solve this problem there are several options: installing a rack, EUR, or power steering. I settled on installing power steering from Shnivy. In principle, I did not consider the rack, the choice between the EUR and ShnivaGUR fell in favor of the latter because the power steering was successfully purchased at a disassembly for 4 rubles. I did not find information on installation on the Internet, which in principle is not surprising considering the price of the new kit, apparently everyone stupidly installs the EUR . Therefore, I will try to describe the entire process in as much detail as possible. What we need for installation: 1. power steering pump with a high-pressure hose (a standard one is suitable if the pump is installed on the left in the direction of travel. If on the right you need to either select the one you need according to the length, or make it, for example, in a hydroskand store NOT ADVERTISING, and you need to remember about the vibration damper with the hose)2. steering gear3. telescopic cardan shniva4. steering column VAZ 2110 or Shniva. I’ll explain why. The classic steering shaft has its own splines and requires a lot of cutting and welding to fit with the car, but 2110 or the shniva match. The column is installed easily, and we get a bunch of amenities in the form of normal steering column paddles, an ignition switch on the right, etc.5. oil-resistant hoses 12mm a couple of meters (exactly how much in the next part) 14mm, clamps6. a couple of meters of 12mm copper tube for the cooling radiator since the Shnivovsky one does not fit into a classic TV.

7. bracket for attaching the pump to the motor. It's a little more complicated here. Again there are several options. installation on a standard shniva bracket or a custom version, poly V-belt or simple. In my case, there will be a poly-V and custom option because there are no brackets in nature for the 2105 motor.

So here is the actual description of the installation. The Shniva GUR fits onto the standard holes of the classic easily and naturally, you just need to hit the spar from above at the bend a couple of times with a heavy hammer and press it down 5-6 mm, and saw the engine shield. Without much fuss, I sawed a 10*10 cm hole and after installing the machine, I sealed all the cracks from the inside with vibroplast. To fasten the machine to the spar, you need 10*105 standard short bolts. The pendulum is installed as a standard classic one, it fits without modifications, it is only important to align it correctly with the shaft so that we worked out both limiters. Next, you need to shorten both parts of the telescopic cardan by about 3 cm and flatten the tube with a hammer so that there is no play. The steering column is installed through a spacer. It's about who you like more. I made it from squares. I bought the steering column cover for a new VAZ 2110, installation will be later.

After installing the machine, the lower crosspiece began to touch the brake pedal, I will bend it.

That's all for now, don't switch, it will be more interesting later.