Replacing the front door window regulator of a VAZ 2101, 2106 with your own hands Hello! Today we’ll talk about such a simple, but at the same time not without secrets, matter, about replacing the window lifter on the VAZ 2101 and 2106. That is, the story will be about how to tame this unruly cable, in the post we mean short windows (2101), on long glasses (2107-05) have a slightly different cable movement pattern.
Window lifter VAZ
It is necessary to start the replacement with theory, so I present to your attention a diagram according to which a regular window lifter works.
As you can see, the cable moves along three rollers; when replacing a window lifter, it makes sense to lubricate them and check whether they rotate freely.
I won’t go into details about how to disassemble the door, it’s not difficult and everything is clear. The replacement must begin by dismantling the unusable window lifter; it is secured with three nuts on “8”; also, using a Phillips screwdriver, you need to unscrew the fastening of the glass strip to the cable and move the cable to the side.
Here you need to unscrew and move the cable to the side
After dismantling the old window regulator and checking the free rotation of the rollers, you can begin installing the new one. We take the new window regulator out of the box - it will look similar to the one shown in the first photo.
The rollers are in these places
Attention! You cannot remove the bracket on an uninstalled window lift that secures the cables in a wound state; if the cable comes off, the lift will get tangled and returning it to its previous position is oh, how difficult.
Next, we unwind the cable wound by the manufacturer, without touching the latch!
Latch! Do not remove until installation!
Next, you can screw the new window regulator onto the door, and put the cable on the rollers according to the diagram (photo 2). Near the lift body, the cable must cross, that is, the cable that comes out from the bottom of the drum goes to the upper roller, from the top of the drum to the lower roller.
It should look like this at first
After this, you can pull the cable onto the rollers; in order to do this, you will need to loosen the lower adjustable roller and stretch the cable according to the diagram. If suddenly there is not enough cable to put it on the rollers, then you need to put the cable on two rollers and remove the latch that secures the cables and, without loosening the tension of the cables, put it on the rollers.
Tension roller
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Next, using this roller, we tighten the cable; it should not sag, but it should not be stretched like a string. Also, if you did not remove the lock, you can now remove it.
Now we put on the handle and try to rotate the lift; the cable should rotate easily, without jamming. Now we lower the glass to the very bottom, do the same with the window lifter, screw the cable to the bar, and now the installation can be considered complete.
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Everything must work perfectly!
On VAZ 2107 cars, mechanical window lifters are installed from the factory, which are activated manually using a handle and a special mechanism. This mechanism must always work properly, since the need to open a window in a car arises quite often while moving. Often, owners of sevens tune their car by replacing the mechanical windows of the VAZ 2107 with electric ones. In the material we will find out the main types of breakdowns of mechanical devices, as well as independent methods for eliminating them.
Electric window lifts "six"
The newly installed electric window lifts on the VAZ 2106 make it possible to eliminate the rotation of the window lifter handles when it is necessary to open the windshields at the front of the cabin. It also makes the trip more comfortable and allows you not to be distracted from the process of driving the vehicle.
Another serious advantage appears: when an additional electrical circuit is used in the installed alarm circuit, a method appears for operating the automation when closing the vehicle doors.
Many car enthusiasts are wondering how to replace the window regulator on a VAZ 2106 with a similar mechanism, but with an electric drive. Let us explain that there is nothing complicated in this technological operation; you must have basic plumbing skills and be able to use the tool.
The electric window lifter diagram for the VAZ 2106 is located here:
Types of window regulators - what will VAZ please?
Electric windows have recently been increasingly installed on domestically produced cars. The installation of such devices began at the dawn of the 2000s. Before this, all VAZ cars were equipped with ordinary cable-operated windows with manual controls.
The VAZ 2107, the production of which began in the late 80s of the last century, is equipped with a manual window lifter. This type of window control is familiar to most owners of VAZ cars. The VAZ 2110 model already has an electric window lifter, which is much more convenient and practical compared to the manual control type. Electrical devices are not something new. They began to be installed in imported cars back in the 80s, but this “know-how” reached our automobile industry only recently.
Based on the type of operating mechanism, window lifters can be divided into several types. The most basic and widely used in VAZ 2107 cars are rack and pinion, they require constant care and lubrication. It often happens that the gears of this mechanism are made of plastic, which is why the mechanism wears out catastrophically quickly.
Due to the type of construction, they require much more space in the car than cable ones. When using such window lifters, glass distortion is completely eliminated. The operation of the device is to transmit the rotation of a gear, which interacts with a linear type of rack on which the glass carriage is placed. Rack and pinion windows are reliable and produce less noise than cable windows.
The second type of window lifter is on a cable; by design, they are very weak and often fail. The main element of such window lifters is a cable and a torque mechanism. The advantage of this type of mechanism over others is its high maintainability. It is not difficult to carry out partial or complete repairs or replacement of parts in such a window regulator. Most often, the cable wears out, since it is very thin. The gears of this mechanism are made of plastic and tend to break when the glass is skewed. The cable window mechanism works quite slowly, especially if the glass rubber seals prevent this, so the electric motor tends to overheat and fail.
The newest window lifters that have recently begun to be used in VAZ 2110 cars are lever ones; their work is carried out using hinges. Such devices work very quickly and do not create noise inside the car, but they consume a considerable amount of power. They are used only in conjunction with an electric drive. The operation of the window lifter occurs due to the execution of a certain number of revolutions of the main flat gear, which transmits the revolutions to the levers of the mechanism. After this, the levers rotate and move the main plate on which the glass is attached.
The main disadvantage of the lever mechanism is the low speed of glass movement - the higher the glass rises, the lower the speed of its movement. The main feature of lever window lifters is the small size of the mechanism and the ability to install them on many VAZ cars. This type is installed on fully equipped VAZ 2110 cars, since it is more expensive and practical in its use. If your car has a cable or rack and pinion mechanism, then installing a lever mechanism will require some modernization of the car. It is better to carry it out at a specialized car service center.
Window lifter malfunctions and ways to eliminate them
The designs of manual window lifters for VAZ cars suffer from a number of “childhood” diseases, the cause of which is design flaws and the lack of the required intermediate tests on benches. Moreover, the most negative thing is the fact that manual window regulators are actually not suitable for manual repair. Even if it seems that fixing the problem is very simple (using a regular screwdriver and wrench), it turns out that in order to restore the system to working order, workshop conditions are needed. The following “popular” faults can be identified:
Window lift creaking
It is very easy to confuse this “symptom” with the normal operating mode of the window regulator (because all more or less complex components in VAZ cars necessarily make sounds during operation). But it is wiser to take it as a rule: if at least some noise appears in the operation of the window regulator, this means that it is necessary to lubricate them. Because if this is not done, then the next event will be, directly, a breakdown of the mechanism.
It is also recommended to replace the rubber seals on the windows. Firstly, they can be the ones that make the creaking noise, and secondly, they actually wear out quite quickly.
Window lifter jammed
It happens that it is impossible to close or open the window regulator. Mechanism wedge is a very common situation. In this case, there may be the following reasons for this:
- or the welded joint that secures the cable to the glass strip has broken. (Then you need to unfasten the cable and re-weld the detached bracket);
- or the correct winding of the cable on the block has gone wrong. (Then you should try to carefully unwind it, however, in case of failure you need to be prepared that you will have to replace the entire mechanism);
- Wedging of the lift mechanism can occur due to simple wear and breakage of gear teeth. (In this case, the only solution is to replace the defective parts).
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Glass falls
A window lift malfunction typical only for VAZ cars is... glass falling. Down, but not all the way. The reason for this is the weakening of the tension cable, resulting in sagging of the glass. It is possible that you just need to tighten the cable, or it is possible that its end flew out of the fastening. In the latter case, the window regulator will have to be disassembled in order to restore the integrity of the cable and rewind it.
Cable pulling diagram for 2104, 05, 07
Installing a new window regulator
The new mechanism must necessarily have a bracket that secures two branches of cables. It cannot be removed until a full installation has been completed.
In general, the installation process looks like this:
- Installing and fixing the case in its “own” place.
- Installing cables around the rollers.
- Fastening the glass clips with a cable. It is fixed with screws using 2 brackets.
- Installation of the guide groove.
- Cable tension.
- Now the bracket that secures the branches of the cable is removed.
- Installation of door trim and handles.
The cable can be routed around the rollers in two ways through the rolling support (upper or lower). If the line goes through the lower roller, then the cable is routed as follows:
- Left guide roller (lower).
- Left guide support (top).
- Central tension reel (bottom).
- The guide element is at the top right.
If the front window regulator is being replaced, then you can loop it through the upper coil in the reverse order.
Stretching process:
- Lower the glass to the down position.
- Turn the handle all the way in the direction of lowering the window.
- Adjust the cable tension by moving the required roller.
- The bolt clamp that secures the roller.
Please note that the tension should be sensitive. The cable should not be overtightened, but it should not be allowed to dangle either.
Removal instructions
To complete the work you will need the following tools:
- Phillips and flathead screwdrivers;
- a set of keys;
- knob;
- extension.
The removal procedure consists of the following steps:
- First of all, you need to remove the casing.
- Next, the glass is lowered as far as possible. Use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the bolt holding the clamp.
- After unscrewing the bolt, lower the clamp down.
- Then on the left side of the door, just loosen the roller nut using a wrench.
- The cable is now free and can be removed from the roller.
- Next, unscrew the three nuts holding the window regulator.
- When unscrewing the third bolt, the mechanism should be held from the inside.
- When the window lifting mechanism is free, move it to the side.
- After unscrewing the last nut, you can remove the window regulator from the door.
Next, repair or replacement is carried out. The rear mechanism is installed in the same way.
Installation of power windows on a VAZ 2106
Unlike the windows of the Zhiguli “Seven”, windows are installed on the windows of the 2106 models. Front ESP kits are also produced for the six, the parts are installed on VAZ 2101/2102 (station wagon)/2103/2106 cars. The Forward kit includes:
- two electric windows;
- screws, bolts and washers;
- decorative plugs;
- clamps;
- adapter plates;
- wires with connectors for connection;
- two buttons.
The installation of the ESP is carried out in the same way as on the 2107 car; we begin the work by disassembling the door. The old mechanical window regulator can be left in place by cutting the mechanism cables. Next we proceed as follows:
- Having disconnected the glass holder from the MSP, lift the glass up;
- secure it in the upper position with masking tape;
- we assemble the lift with the adapter plate;
- to install the ESP, two holes are drilled (according to the instructions in the Forward passport);
- we insert the ESP through the lower niche in the door and secure it with two screws;
- we combine the installed power window with the glass, install the screws;
- We mount the buttons and connect them to the ESP using electrical wiring.
Installing window regulators on a VAZ 2106 is not difficult, you just need to do everything according to the instructions.
How to replace or install power windows on a 6?
The standard front window lifter of the VAZ 2106 is an element of the interior of the car and is designed to allow air masses to enter the cabin and increase comfort in the vehicle when making trips of various durations. In other words, when the windows are open, fresh air enters the cabin.
The design of the system is quite simple: the VAZ 2106 window lifter mechanism consists of a window lifter cable moving between rigidly fixed rollers along a strictly defined route, a window lifter control handle and a window lift transmission system.
Car enthusiasts using the “six” sometimes have the question of replacing the window regulator if its lifting mechanism is defective. Let's look at how to install a window regulator on a VAZ 2106 so that distortions do not occur when moving the cable with the front window frame.
Replacing the "six" window regulator
How to install a window regulator on a VAZ 2106? The procedure for replacing the product is as follows:
- We disassemble the door where it is necessary to install a window regulator to replace the faulty product;
- We begin dismantling the defective product by removing the glass fastening strip to the window lift cable;
- We move the cable to a position that does not interfere with work;
- We remove the old window lift mechanism of the VAZ 2106;
- We check the rollers for free rotation; if they lock during rotation, they must be lubricated with lithol.
1. It is forbidden to dismantle the bracket that secures the cable in the reel in assembled condition, otherwise, if the cable comes off the rollers when the reel is wound, the lifting mechanism will malfunction and it will be quite difficult to restore it to its previous condition.
2. When unwinding the cable for installation work, it is prohibited to touch the latch.
- We attach the window regulators on the VAZ 2106 to the standard connections and pass the cable along the rollers according to the installation diagram;
- In the area of the body part of the lifting mechanism, the cable must overlap, that is, its section coming out from the bottom of the drum is directed to the top roller, and from the top of the drum to the bottom roller;
- We tension the cable on the rollers, for which we loosen the roller from below, which is subject to adjustment, and tighten it according to the attached diagram:
Installing a new window regulator
The new mechanism must necessarily have a bracket that secures two branches of cables. It cannot be removed until a full installation has been completed.
In general, the installation process looks like this:
- Installing and fixing the case in its “own” place.
- Installing cables around the rollers.
- Fastening the glass clips with a cable. It is fixed with screws using 2 brackets.
- Installation of the guide groove.
- Cable tension.
- Now the bracket that secures the branches of the cable is removed.
- Installation of door trim and handles.
The cable can be routed around the rollers in two ways through the rolling support (upper or lower). If the line goes through the lower roller, then the cable is routed as follows:
- Left guide roller (lower).
- Left guide support (top).
- Central tension reel (bottom).
- The guide element is at the top right.
If the front window regulator is being replaced, then you can loop it through the upper coil in the reverse order.
- Lower the glass to the down position.
- Turn the handle all the way in the direction of lowering the window.
- Adjust the cable tension by moving the required roller.
- The bolt clamp that secures the roller.
Please note that the tension should be sensitive. The cable should not be overtightened, but it should not be allowed to dangle either.
If a creaking noise appears after installing the new mechanism, then do the following:
- Loosen and remove the cable from under the rollers.
- Cross the lower and upper branches that come out of the mechanism drum.
- Repeat the installation and tensioning procedure.
About the design of the VAZ 2107 window regulators
Every driver knows what a window lifter is. Depending on the make and year of manufacture of the car, the devices in question are of two types - manual and automatic. Manual ones have a simple design, while automatic ones are driven by an electric motor. The purpose of window regulators is known to everyone - to regulate the microclimate in the cabin. If in winter the car windows rarely open, then with the onset of spring, the need to open and close them increases several times.
Design diagram of the VAZ 2107 window lifter
At the factory, VAZ 2107 cars are equipped with manual window lifters. This applies not only to carburetor, but also injection sevens. The operating diagram of the mechanical window lift drive is implemented using the following elements:
- A window lifter handle that is operated by the hand of the driver or passengers.
- Gears, one of which is connected to the handle and is the drive, and the second is the driven.
- The driven gear is connected to a cable. The cable raises and lowers the window in the car.
- The mechanism has rollers that act as stops and guides along which the cable moves.
- Cable - pulls the glass up and down depending on the direction of rotation of the handle in the cabin.
The disadvantage of this system is that the cable, being under constant loads, frays and breaks. This happens if the mechanism is not lubricated, so owners of sevens often wonder about switching to an electric window lifter.
Removing the window regulator
The need to dismantle the window regulator on a VAZ 2107 arises in the event of a malfunction of the mechanism or its electric replacement. To dismantle the mechanism or repair it, you will first need to remove the inner door trim. First you need to remove the VAZ 2107 window lifter handle by prying it with a screwdriver, unscrew the three bolts of the door closing handle, and after removing the trim, begin removing the mechanism.
This is interesting! At the beginning of dismantling work, it is necessary to tie two branches of the cable with wire. This is done so that the cable does not weaken and does not fly out of the grooves (guides), and the mechanism can be installed back.
Removing the window regulator on the seven is performed in the following sequence:
- Initially, you should lower the glass by one turn of the handle.
- This is necessary in order to provide access to the cable clamp and glass supports.
- One screw is completely unscrewed, and the second is only loosened.
- Lift the glass up as far as it will go, and using a screwdriver or similar tools, secure it in a stationary position so that it does not fall.
- Using a “10” wrench, you need to unscrew the nut that secures the tension roller. This video is located at the bottom center.
- The cable is removed from three guides and one tension roller.
- The three remaining nuts securing the mechanism are unscrewed.
- Using a wrench, you also need to unscrew the two nuts that secure the guide groove, and then it moves to the side.
- Now you can remove the mechanism from the door.
Installing a power window
Now let's start making a choice, first of all we need to decide whether we will deliver an electronic mechanism, that is, a mechanism will be added to the assembled working standard kit, which is already installed on our car, and a mechanism will be added for you to turn the window lifter handle, or a full-fledged mechanism where We will replace everything related to the window regulator.
Let's take a closer look at both types. Window lifters are often used on belts or cables for installation in domestic cars; they have a universal fastening and an elastic shape that allows them to be bent in the desired position without violating the principle of operation. To begin with, we remove the door trim and the standard window lift handle, then we determine where the buttons will be placed; some place them near the handbrake, others on the door trim. Don’t forget that if you install on the doors, then the driver’s door should have a complete set of all power window buttons. If in the area of the gearbox shift lever, then it is enough to put only four buttons there; this is often done by those who do not want passengers in the back seat to open the windows themselves. And so, we decided where the buttons will be, we install them.
Next, we disconnect the battery, since we will have to work with the electronic part of the car. Now we install the power window control unit, usually it is placed under the control panel, and the power is connected to it. From it we lead wires to the control buttons, from the control buttons now under the trim we lead to the window regulators and in this order we lead them to all the doors where our mechanisms will be installed. We conduct it in such a way that the wires do not touch the moving mechanisms of the window lifter, since over time they can fray and a short circuit will occur, then we conduct and take power, it is recommended from the general network on the cigarette lighter, since there is always power there.
Don’t forget about the night illumination, so you also need to connect the buttons to the backlight button; to do this, we will extend additional wires from the power window buttons to the size button. Let's start installing the window regulators themselves. If you choose the first type, where they only complement the standard mechanisms, then the fastening is simple, just a couple of screws to the door frame. The main thing is that it is attached firmly and does not move.
Liberally lubricate all moving mechanisms, check the functionality of the electric windows with and without backlight, try lowering and raising the glass several times, make sure that the mechanism does not rub anything and does not interfere with its operation. We assemble the door trim and put the plugs in place of the standard handles. Having put everything in its place, we again test the quality of the work. When connecting, carefully look at the plus and minus wires, as the window regulator may not work correctly.
Problems will appear when installing the trim, since the mechanism will not be in its normal places, but will protrude; try to mount it in those places where there is space between the trim and the metal part of the door.
We have dealt with the first type of window lifters on cables and belts, now we will analyze the installation of the second type. Unlike those that are on belts and installed as an addition, the mechanism on gears completely replaces standard lifts. We bring the installation process to the point of removing the standard window regulators. Now we lock the glass in the position where it is completely closed and remove the standard mechanisms. Pulling out the old mechanism from the door housing is not so easy, so take your time so that the glass does not accidentally fall and break. After that, install the power window, lower it to the open position, and lower the glass onto the frame. We tighten the bolts of the glass frame and the lift mechanism. Such a mechanism is installed from inside the door and is attached to standard mounting holes. The advantage of such a mechanism is that it has a long service life, and there are no friction mechanisms; the lifting force is transmitted through gears and directly. When choosing such a mechanism, do not buy one with plastic gears.
At first it will work perfectly and silently, but after a while it will make itself felt. Next, close the casing and try the mechanism. It often takes half a day for one door with full wiring. Therefore, it is not worth calculating the installation in an hour.
It is worth considering that electric window regulators are not cheap and you should not rush to the first one you come across; see if there are factory mechanisms on sale, because they will work much better than universal ones or from another manufacturer for your car.
Video about installing a power window:
One of the main problems with the comfort of all VAZ cars is the lack of power windows. Until approximately the 2000s, all cars of this brand were produced with standard manual windows, which gradually began to be modified and converted to electric ones. In this article you will find out what kind of window regulators there are on the VAZ 2107 and 2110, what they consist of and how to install them?
Technical parameters of electric windows
Typically, such power window kits have the following performance characteristics:
- The nominal voltage is 12 V;
- The period of lowering (rising) is 5 seconds;
- The applied force during the operation is 120 N;
- Current consumption - no more than 7.5 A;
- The service life between repairs is 30,000 cycles.
Such systems are provided with preventive protection against overheating during extreme overloads of more than 1.5 seconds, i.e. the electric motor of the system is turned off. Installation of a window regulator on a VAZ 2106 is carried out in place of the previous standard product without additional work to integrate this device into the electrical system of the vehicle.
Such VAZ 2106 window lifters, the price of which is determined, have a warranty during operation; as a rule, these conditions apply for 12 months from the date of purchase.
The kits are supplied as follows:
- Window lifters for 2 front doors,
- Electrical wiring kit,
- Switches with symbols, backlit
- Fasteners,
- Decorative type plug;
- Description of mechanism assembly.
Electric windows "FORWARD" for VAZ-2101, -2106 (front doors)
- Terms of payment and delivery
- Schedule
- Contacts
Electric windows in the front doors of VAZ-2101, VAZ-2102, VAZ-2103 and VAZ-2106 cars, produced from 1970 to 2005.
A set of electric windows with gear motors for two doors. The set includes 2 window lifters, electrical wiring for connection, window switches (92.3709, 2 pcs.), decorative plugs for the holes from the handles of mechanical window lifters.
Construction type: rack and pinion.
(Russia, Izhevsk).
Product article according to the manufacturer's nomenclature: R161.
Catalog number of original parts (AvtoVAZ): 2101-6104020-01 - window lifter (mechanical).
Applicability on cars
| Brand | Automobile model | Body type | Number of doors | Years of manufacture |
| VAZ | 2101 | sedan | 4 | 1970 — 1988 |
| VAZ | 2102 | station wagon | 5 | 1971 — 1985 |
| VAZ | 2103 | sedan | 4 | 1972 — 1984 |
| VAZ | 2106 | sedan | 4 | 1976 — 2005 |
The power window rack is a housing in which the glass movement mechanism is located - a toothed chain drive. An electric motor is fixedly mounted on the rack, driving the mechanism.
The fixedly located gear motor eliminates the possibility of damage to the electrical wiring in the door.
The window lift rack is absolutely rigid. Thanks to this, there is no rattling, vibration or resonance when raising and lowering the glass.
Window lifters are extremely lightweight and compact. They work almost silently.
When installing electric windows, it is necessary to drill two holes in the door, according to the diagram given in the passport.
Specifications
Operating voltage range Nominal force on the drive plate Allowable force on the drive plate Time of movement of the plate from one extreme position to another at a supply voltage of 13.5 V and rated force Current consumption at a supply voltage of 13.5 V and rated force, no more
Completeness
Electric window regulator R161 front right Electric window regulator R161-01 front left Screw M5 Screw M6 Bolt M6 with locking skirt Locking washer Adapter plate right Adapter plate left Decorative plug Plug retainer Self-tapping screw fastening the plug Packaging Passport
The warranty period for the products is 3 years from the date of manufacture.
Overall dimensions in packaging: 53.5*17.5*7 cm.
Passport for electric windows "FORWARD" for VAZ-2101 and VAZ-2106.
Video review of a set of window regulators
"FORWARD" window lift system
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Video instructions for installing power windows
Reports from our customers on the installation of power windows
Photo report on the installation of FORWARD electric windows on a VAZ-2106 in the front doors
When the mechanism breaks down, what are your actions?
If the window regulator in a VAZ 2107 breaks down, it will not be difficult to fix it. The nature of the failure depends on the type of mechanism. Most often, regardless of the design, it is the teeth of the rotating gear that break. To carry out repairs, carefully remove the car door trim and card, as well as all the elements that are placed on it. After that, remove the window regulator itself and take it to a car dealership. If your mechanism is based on a cable, then with the window completely lowered, place marks on it near the gears. This will greatly simplify reassembly after repairs and will save you from lengthy glass height adjustments.
If the electric window regulator in a VAZ 2110 car fails, everything is much more serious. In this case, there may be many possible breakdowns. First of all, you need to check the power supply control unit. In all VAZ 2110 models, the operation of electric windows is controlled by a fuse, which is located in the mounting block under the hood of the car. You can see its serial number on the block cover. If it fails, replace it.
If everything is fine with it, then you need to proceed to the block itself, in which the power windows are controlled. If the electrical contact is poor or the transistors fail, the power window drive located on the passenger side will also not work, because this system is looped together.
If the window in your car does not go down or up completely, this is due to the glass being skewed or pinched. In this case, it is necessary to more accurately set the glass clamps and adjust their positions as accurately as possible. In some cases, replacement of glass rubber seals is required. When exposed to moisture, they expand and prevent the canvas from moving.
The windows in the VAZ 2110 car in some models have glass closers. This is a modern device that allows you not to hold down the button of the electric unit when pressing, because the glass will lower or rise on its own. Very often, glass closers are connected to the car alarm, which allows you to close the windows when you press the lock button on the remote control. If for some reason the glass closers in your car are not working correctly, then the first thing you need to do is check whether the control unit buttons work well. If the problem is in them, then replacement will save the situation. Do not try to disassemble or repair them, it will simply be a waste of time.
It also happens that the reason for poor performance of the glass closer is poor lubrication of the mechanism. To eliminate it, it is necessary to lubricate the drive gears, as well as other elements, depending on the type of window lifter device.
If the electric drive in the mechanism does not work, then it needs to be replaced, while the drive in the driver's door card must work. For the VAZ 2110 car model, buying the required electric drive will not be difficult, since it is available in all car stores. In order not to bother yourself with markings, simply remove the failed part and go to the store with it - this will make choosing the right model much easier.
If the cause of the breakdown of the electric window in the VAZ 2110 could not be determined, then you will have to contact a service center for a more detailed diagnosis. Since VAZ 2110 cars have electronic “brains”, the cause of the breakdown may be a failure of the controller or a failure in the firmware.
Brief instructions for replacing the mechanism
In general, the procedure for replacing a window regulator looks like this:
- The door trim is removed.
- The cable is disconnected from the clips that hold the glass.
- The cable is removed from the rollers.
- Next comes the removal of the guide chute and the lift mechanism.
- Installing a new window regulator.
- Threading the cable.
- Fixing the glass brackets and tensioning the cable.
- Reinstalling the door trim.
To summarize, we note that the process of replacing a window regulator on a VAZ-2107 is a completely feasible task for the car owner. During the repair process, the main thing is to carefully follow all the recommendations and installing a new mechanism will not be a problem for you.
Replacing the classic mechanism
The classic mechanism on the VAZ 2106 is a simple device for raising and lowering the windows, which is controlled using a handle. Despite its simplicity, Six car owners encounter situations when the device needs to be replaced. Given the age of the car, the mechanism may break or malfunction.
- Remove the door where the window regulator will be replaced.
- Disconnect the bar that secures the glass to the lifting cable. Move the cable itself to the side and remove the device.
- Check how easily the rollers rotate. If necessary, lubricate them with lithol.
- Attach the new mechanism to the standard connections, passing the cable along the rollers, as indicated in the installation diagram.
- Pull the cable over the rollers without sagging or strong tension.
- Secure the handles while rotating the lifting mechanism of the VAZ 2106 window regulator. The entire structure should rotate smoothly, without jolts.
- Fix the glass in the lower position, lower the device, attach the cable to the bar.
Design and types of window lifters
The mechanical window lifter on the VAZ 2106 has a simple design and consists of a control handle, a glass lift transmission system, a cable and three rollers.
Many drivers install electric windows instead of classic ones.
They come in two types:
- Cable. The design includes an electric motor with a drum on which the cable is wound, and a gearbox. The upper drum is connected to a conventional window lifter using a spline. With its help the cable is activated.
- Rack and pinion. They use the principle of a steering rack in a car.
To install the electric mechanism, you need to purchase a kit consisting of wires, fasteners, backlit control keys, a decorative plug, and installation instructions (the author of the video is VALENTIN VERNIGORA).
How to remove the front door window regulator of a VAZ 2106
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Today we’ll talk about such a simple, but at the same time not without secrets, matter, about replacing the window lifter on the VAZ 2101 and 2106. That is, the story will be about how to tame this unruly cable, in the post we mean short windows (2101), on long glasses (2107-05) have a slightly different cable movement pattern. Window lifter VAZ
It is necessary to start the replacement with theory, so I present to your attention a diagram according to which a regular window lifter works.
As you can see, the cable moves along three rollers; when replacing a window lifter, it makes sense to lubricate them and check whether they rotate freely.
I won’t go into details about how to disassemble the door, it’s not difficult and everything is clear. The replacement must begin by dismantling the unusable window lifter; it is secured with three nuts on “8”; also, using a Phillips screwdriver, you need to unscrew the fastening of the glass strip to the cable and move the cable to the side.
Here you need to unscrew and move the cable to the side
After dismantling the old window regulator and checking the free rotation of the rollers, you can begin installing the new one. We take the new window regulator out of the box - it will look similar to the one shown in the first photo.
The rollers are in these places
Attention! You cannot remove the bracket on an uninstalled window lift that secures the cables in a wound state; if the cable comes off, the lift will get tangled and returning it to its previous position is oh, how difficult.
Next, we unwind the cable wound by the manufacturer, without touching the latch!
Latch! Do not remove until installation!
Next, you can screw the new window regulator onto the door, and put the cable on the rollers according to the diagram (photo 2). Near the lift body, the cable must cross, that is, the cable that comes out from the bottom of the drum goes to the upper roller, from the top of the drum to the lower roller.
It should look like this at first
After this, you can pull the cable onto the rollers; in order to do this, you will need to loosen the lower adjustable roller and stretch the cable according to the diagram. If suddenly there is not enough cable to put it on the rollers, then you need to put the cable on two rollers and remove the latch that secures the cables and, without loosening the tension of the cables, put it on the rollers.
Tension roller
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Next, using this roller, we tighten the cable; it should not sag, but it should not be stretched like a string. Also, if you did not remove the lock, you can now remove it.
Now we put on the handle and try to rotate the lift; the cable should rotate easily, without jamming. Now we lower the glass to the very bottom, do the same with the window lifter, screw the cable to the bar, and now the installation can be considered complete.
Everything must work perfectly!
The VAZ 2106 window lifter has a reliable design, but, like any mechanism, it can fail. The article discusses typical malfunctions of power windows on the “classic” and provides instructions for removal and installation.
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The mechanical window lifter on the VAZ 2106 has a simple design and consists of a control handle, a glass lift transmission system, a cable and three rollers.
Many drivers install electric windows instead of classic ones.
They come in two types:
- Cable. The design includes an electric motor with a drum on which the cable is wound, and a gearbox. The upper drum is connected to a conventional window lifter using a spline. With its help the cable is activated.
- Rack and pinion. They use the principle of a steering rack in a car.
To install the electric mechanism, you need to purchase a kit consisting of wires, fasteners, backlit control keys, a decorative plug, and installation instructions (the author of the video is VALENTIN VERNIGORA).
Over time, the window lifting mechanism becomes unusable - it is impossible to raise or lower the glass.
There may be several reasons for a device malfunction:
- cable break;
- foreign objects entering the mechanism;
- gearbox wear.
There is no point in repairing window regulators, since their cost is low; it is easier to buy a new device and replace it.
Device assembly diagram
Electric lifts may have the following faults:
- All power windows do not work: the fuse is blown, there is no connection to ground, the wiring is broken. The repair consists of replacing fuses, restoring ground connections and electrical circuits.
- The lift on one of the doors does not work. The switch is faulty, the reverse current relay is broken, the electric motor is broken, the wiring is broken, the connector is disconnected. Faulty parts should be replaced, the wiring restored, the connector connected.
To complete the work you will need the following tools:
- Phillips and flathead screwdrivers;
- a set of keys;
- knob;
- extension.
The removal procedure consists of the following steps:
- First of all, you need to remove the casing.
- Next, the glass is lowered as far as possible. Use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the bolt holding the clamp.
- After unscrewing the bolt, lower the clamp down.
- Then on the left side of the door, just loosen the roller nut using a wrench.
- The cable is now free and can be removed from the roller.
- Next, unscrew the three nuts holding the window regulator.
- When unscrewing the third bolt, the mechanism should be held from the inside.
- When the window lifting mechanism is free, move it to the side.
- After unscrewing the last nut, you can remove the window regulator from the door.
Next, repair or replacement is carried out. The rear mechanism is installed in the same way.
Installation of a new or repaired window lifter is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
To carry out repair work on the removal and subsequent installation of the front door windows of the VAZ 2106, we will need wrenches “10” to “8” and a screwdriver.
- The first step is to remove the front side glass so that it does not interfere with our work.
- Remove the window lift cable from the upper guide pulley. The upper guide roller is not visible from the outside of the door and is in the same vertical line as the lower guide roller. Unscrew the nuts securing the window lifting mechanism and remove the mechanism along with the cable from the inside of the door.
The front door window regulator of the VAZ 2106 has been removed, replace it with a new one and install it in the reverse order of removal.
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On a note:
- Before installing the window lifting mechanism, wind the cable onto the drum two turns on each side.
- The window lifting mechanisms of the front and rear doors differ in cable length, so they are not interchangeable.
- When installing the mechanism on the door and the cables on the rollers, do not allow the cable to jump off the drum, hold it with your hand.
At this point, the repair of replacing the front door windows of the VAZ 2106 is completed.
Window regulators are an integral part of driving a car.
The driver should be aware of the main malfunctions of this unit and how to fix them independently, and also know what to do if the glass jams, falls, or there is a need to remove/install the power window lift. Of practical interest is also the choice and independent installation of electric windows on the VAZ 2107.
Every car enthusiast knows what a window lifter is. Its functions are simple: open and close the window, thereby regulating the microclimate and level in the cabin. There are two types of window lifters: manual (colloquially crutches or meat grinders) and electric, controlled from the dashboard or individual buttons.
At the manufacturer's factory, the VAZ 2107 was equipped with manual window lifters, which have a fairly simple design. They are based on the operation of a mechanism to which glass is attached using special fixing devices. The side windows are lowered and raised by turning a handle located inside the cabin.
The standard window lifter of the “seven” is controlled by a handle and is very inconvenient to use
During its existence, the VAZ 2107 was equipped with two types of window lifters:
- Rack and pinion. They are considered more reliable. Installing this type of window lifter completely eliminates glass distortion. The mechanism works by transmitting the rotational force of the gear, which interacts with a linear rack, to the glass carriage. The main disadvantage is the need for constant lubrication, since the gears of the mechanism were made of plastic, which wears out quite quickly and can damage the entire mechanism. Rack and pinion window lifters are considered more reliable, but require constant lubrication
- Cable ones - due to their design, they are weaker and more often fail. The fundamental element of this type of window lifter is a cable attached to the twisting mechanism. The device operates rather slowly due to the low functional properties of the drive, which with force overcomes the resistance of the sealing rubber bands. It may also happen that it begins to overheat and at some point simply fails. The advantage of this type of mechanism is its good maintainability, but too frequent need for repairs practically eliminates this advantage. Cable window lifters fail more often, but are characterized by high maintainability
The operation of the window lifter is configured and adjusted by the manufacturer, so you should interfere with it extremely carefully and carefully, otherwise the mechanism may jam, crackle and crackle.
From personal experience, I advise you to carefully study the device and read the detailed troubleshooting instructions before starting to independently repair the window lifter mechanism. Even though many of them seem quite possible to fix with a screwdriver and a wrench, in some cases it may be necessary to completely replace the window regulator.
Before you begin self-repair, you need to study the structure of the window lifter and the principle of its operation.
At first glance, the creaking of the window regulator does not seem to be a serious malfunction, but you should pay attention to this signal, since this is the first sign that the mechanism is wearing out and may soon break. Methods to combat this symptom are extremely simple, accessible to everyone and do not take much time:
- lubricate the window lifter - lubricants from any manufacturer, widely available in car dealerships, are suitable for these purposes; At the first sign of squeaking, the window lifter must be lubricated
- Replace the rubber bands in contact with the glass. When the window is open, dust and sand inevitably enter the car interior, which scratches the glass and rubber bands, resulting in a squeaking sound. The entry of dust and moisture through the gap between the glass and the seal can subsequently lead to jamming of the mechanism, so it is necessary to regularly monitor its cleanliness.
Installation of power windows on a VAZ 2107
Electric windows designed for models 2104-05-07 are suitable for the front doors of the 2107 car; the easiest way to install a rack and pinion design. We install rack ESPs as follows:
- disassemble the door from the inside - remove the window handle (using a special tool or screwdriver);
- unscrew the lock release button;
- unscrew the armrest screws (three fastenings - front (top), middle and back)
- dismantle the door trim (main part);
- remove the upper part of the casing (“loaf”);
- Using a 8mm wrench, unscrew the mechanism bolts;
- unscrew the bolts of the glass guide bar, remove the guide, it will not be needed;
- we take the SME out of the door;
- unscrew the screws securing the mechanism to the glass (4 pieces - two screws on one side and two on the other);
- unscrew the window lift cable tension nut and remove the cable roller;
- completely pull out the window lifter mechanism;
- drill two holes in the door with a diameter of 6 mm (one of them is next to the hole in the door closing handle);
- We do the drilling on the same plane, and fasten the gearmotor in place of the mechanical window lifter. All screws must be taken from the kit; standard screws will not fit - they are long and will rest against the lift mechanism. If there are no short screws with the window regulators, you need to shorten the standard screws;
- We fasten the glass holders to the electric window with standard screws;
- We take out the wires from the lifts, install the buttons either on the door itself or on the central armrest, next to the gearshift lever console.
We assemble the door, and this completes the installation of the window regulator on the VAZ 2107.
Window lift repair
Since repairing a window regulator in most cases involves replacing the mechanism, it is worth considering the step-by-step process from removal to installation. To do this you will need the following list of tools:
- heads or keys for 8 and 10;
- extension;
- ratchet handle;
- flat and Phillips screwdrivers.
Removing the window regulator
The procedure for removing the device from the car is as follows:
- Use a screwdriver to pry up and remove the plugs on the armrest. Use a screwdriver to pry the armrest plugs out
- Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the fastening of the armrest to the door and remove it. Unscrew the armrest fastening and remove it from the door
- We remove the trim of the window lifter handle by inserting a flat-head screwdriver between the socket and the trim element. Use a screwdriver to pry off the window handle trim
- We dismantle the handle and socket. Remove the window handle and socket from the door
- Use a flathead screwdriver to pry off the inner door handle trim. To remove the door handle trim, pry it off with a flat screwdriver.
- We start the slotted screwdriver and push out the 7 clips that hold the door trim on the sides. The door trim is held in place with clips that need to be pryed off with a screwdriver.
- Slightly lower the upholstery and remove it from the inside door handle. We remove the upholstery from the door, lowering it slightly
- Lower the window completely and unscrew the cable clamp with a Phillips screwdriver. The cable is attached to the door glass using a suitable clamp
- We unscrew the tension roller fastening, then move it and loosen the tension on the window lift cable. To release the tension roller, unscrew the nut with a 10mm wrench.
- Remove the cable from the remaining rollers.
- We unscrew the fastening of the mechanism and remove it from the door. To remove the window lifter, unscrew the 3 fastening nuts.
- If the tension roller has become unusable, which can be determined by its external condition, then completely unscrew its fastening to replace it with a new part. To replace the tension roller, you must completely unscrew its fastening.
Replacing rollers
Window lifter rollers fail over time. Since replacing the top element is the most problematic, we will dwell on this process in more detail. The part to the door is fixed with hooks at the top, and with welding at the bottom. To work you will need the following set of tools:
- set of drills;
- electric drill;
- flat screwdriver;
- hammer;
- new video.
The upper roller consists of the roller itself and the mounting plate
The replacement procedure consists of the following steps:
- To remove the roller, we drill out the metal at the place where the plate is attached with a 4 mm drill.
- We drive a flat screwdriver inside the door under the roller plate and knock it down with a hammer, dismantling the roller. Over time, the window lift rollers wear out with the cable.
- Using the hole in the new plate, we drill a mounting hole in the door.
- We install a new roller and secure it with a rivet or bolt and nut. The new roller is secured with a rivet or bolt and nut.
Video: replacing the upper window lift roller
Window lifter installation
Before installing a new window lifter, you must check whether the rollers rotate freely. If necessary, lubricate them with Litol. The bracket that secures the cable should not be removed in advance so as not to confuse the mechanism, since returning everything to its original position will be quite problematic. We carry out installation as follows:
- We install the window regulator in place, securing it with nuts.
- We remove the bracket and place the cable on the rollers according to the diagram. The window lift cable must pass through the rollers according to a certain pattern.
- We adjust the tension of the cable with the appropriate roller and tighten the fastening of the latter.
- We fix the cable to the glass. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the fastening screw of the clamp.
- We check the functionality of the mechanism.
- We install the upholstery and door handle, as well as the window lifter handle.
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