Lada Granta running in a new car how many kilometers – AutoTop

General information

As soon as a car comes off the assembly line, it needs to be broken in.

It is impossible to do this within the manufacturer’s enterprise, so this task falls on the shoulders of the buyer.

The need for break-in arises for the simple reason that the engine parts have not yet gotten used to each other, so work at higher speeds can be complicated. Break-in, as a rule, includes idling and power, no more than the basic operating parameter.

If you purchased an 8-valve engine, then your first maintenance will be at 2000 km. After this, it is considered that the engine has already been run-in. But most Lada Granta owners do not increase the load until at least 5,000 km.

Which engine is better in your opinion, 8 or 16 valve?

A short review

After purchasing a car from the assembly line, the question arises of how to run in a new Lada Granta car. All parts in the car are completely new and have not been ground together, therefore, the car will not be able to be used at high speeds for some time. In order to avoid unexpected breakdowns, it is necessary to ensure that all parts fit together perfectly. The engine is run in in such a way that the engine can operate at idle speed for some time.

Speed ​​of the new Lada Granta car during the run-in period, km/h

As can be seen from the table above, the values ​​are quite acceptable and you are unlikely to feel discomfort during such operation. You can endure 500 km and drive no more than 90 km/h in fifth gear, and 80 km/h in 4th speed is also not torture.

But after the first 500 km, you can increase the speed slightly, and already on the fifth you can move no more than 110 km/h. But where to go faster? After all, the permitted speed on Russian roads rarely exceeds 90 km/h. So this will be quite enough.

Features of diesel running-in

There are no fundamental differences here from the same procedure with a gasoline unit. There are only a few nuances. First of all, this is the duration of the run-in: ultimately, it should be at least 10-12 thousand kilometers. Only after covering such a distance can the diesel engine be operated at maximum loads. Another important point when running in a diesel engine after a major overhaul is turning off the engine after stopping. This cannot be done right away: you need to let the diesel engine run for several tens of seconds - this requirement is especially relevant for turbocharged engines. As for changing the oil, this needs to be done every 500 km. After the first half a thousand km, replace the lubrication system filter, adjust the timing belt (including the belt or chain drive), and tighten the cylinder head bolts. When breaking in a car, do not use synthetics - it can only be filled in after the final grinding in of parts - after 3 thousand km. When running in summer, use oil M-10G2K (15W-30), in winter - M-10DM or M-8G2. It is worth noting that for a diesel engine, the best running-in option is to use bench equipment in a service station, where the process is “cold”. In this case, the duration of the run-in is at least 3 hours.

The theoretical concept of running in a power unit is familiar to many drivers. In practice, two categories of motorists encounter it - owners of new cars and vehicles whose engines have undergone major repairs. In the first case, the car undergoes regular maintenance at a dealership service station and is under the supervision of specialists; in the second, the owner has to break in the car himself. How to properly break in the engine, read in this manual.

Running in the Lada Granta engine

Speed ​​limits during engine break-in (excerpt from the operating manual)

In principle, running-in should be carried out for almost all parts, but for the engine it will be most in demand.

After purchasing a new Granta, you will need to fully charge the battery, because it could have been discharged while the car was at the dealer. Next you need to check if the starter is working properly. And, of course, it is necessary to conduct a full visual and functional inspection of the car, which would help determine the presence of certain malfunctions. In most cases, this is enough to detect serious flaws. Minor problems will manifest themselves in the first few hundred kilometers of the journey.

Gasoline must be used only 95, this is what AvtoVAZ prescribes, but most drivers use 92. The thing is that in our country the most popular way to obtain 95 gasoline is to add additives to 92 gasoline, which are often of low quality.

Fuel consumption during the break-in period may differ significantly from factory values. Until the parts rub against each other “inside the engine” there will be increased resistance.

Read more about the consumption standards of the Lada Granta sedan here!

Checking a new AvtoVAZ engine in severe subzero temperatures

VAZ itself recently conducted a clear demonstration that the new car is capable of starting and operating normally at subzero temperatures reaching thirty degrees.

In addition, the heating system was checked. So, after the car had completely cooled down, it took only fifteen minutes to warm up the windshield by ten percent. This indicator may be considered acceptable for a car of a higher class. Even though 8-valve engines, due to the peculiarities of the cooling system, have an operating temperature of 80 degrees.

Absolutely no problems were found during the operation of the internal combustion engine, which indicates the good quality of the car.

Review from the owner of Lada Kalina 2012

Lada Kalina, 2012

Year of manufacture: 2012

Good day to everyone, everyone, everyone! I would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! And tell me a little about your new car. The past year has brought a lot of new and pleasant things for me and my family, for example, the completion of the construction of my house, the birth of my daughter. The formation of a family began, so to speak. Against the backdrop of all this, the question of purchasing a family car arose. The baby stroller did not fit in the trunk.

I wanted a larger trunk and a spacious interior. The financial situation made it possible to purchase Kalina a station wagon without any credits or loans. I called the Samara-Lada car dealership, they had a car available in the color “icy”, normal + Conder with a new gearbox, 1.6 l engine 8 valves for 323,600 rubles, they booked the car in my name. Yesterday I went to pick up a car, and on the way, 30 km short of Samara, I stopped in the village of Krasny Yar, where there is a Ural-Lada car dealership, purely out of curiosity. It turned out that there is exactly the same car in the same configuration and color for 318,900 rubles. I called Samara and canceled the reservation and went with the manager to look at the car. They brought it in and drove it into a warm box so that it would thaw in order to examine the paintwork in more detail and check the performance of the air conditioner. While the car was defrosting, I went to drink tea and watch TV. An hour later we went to the pit to inspect the car, and at the same time they changed my spark plugs (at the establishment’s expense). After the inspection we went to fill out the documents.

While the documents were being completed, the manager offered to take a test drive in a Lada Largusa with the maximum configuration. Afterwards I walked around the auto parts store to look for winter tires and floor mats for the interior and trunk. The prices surprised me. I decided not to buy there. I called my brother-in-law and he brought me everything from Samara. Hancock tires on stamped wheels and mats. All this was installed for me there in the salon.

Parts running-in process

In any mechanism, rubbing parts wear out, and the wear process has three stages:

• Parts break-in period
• Normal wear period (all subsequent use)
• Wear limit period

Running-in is the period of running-in of parts; it is during this period that maximum wear of parts occurs, when the rubbing parts acquire the relief of the mating part. At this time, the maximum amount of wear products enters the oil and clogs the oil. That is why there is no need to delay the first oil change.

What not to do when running in a Lada Granta engine

If you do not want to send your car straight away for repairs, then you should listen to the advice of experts who will tell you what not to do during break-in. These recommendations will help to avoid overloading parts that have not yet been ground together, which could result in vehicle breakdown.

In general, there will be five points.

1. The first recommendation is that the speed should not reach two thousand revolutions. This is especially true for a sharp increase in speed when you actively work with the gas pedal.
2. The second tip says that the car should not be overloaded, neither with luggage nor with people. It is optimal to ride with two passengers and very few things. This will help further reduce the load.
3. Point number three suggests that sudden braking is best avoided. Pay attention to “engine braking”, which will be even more harmful for an untested car.
4. The fourth tip suggests that it is undesirable to drive in critical gears. Most often, we are talking about maximum (fifth) gear. But until this indicator, it will be enough to follow only the advice on the number of revolutions.
5. And, of course, it is worth highlighting that driving on highways will be undesirable. The reason for this is that the average speed on such roads will reach one hundred kilometers per hour, which is an excessive indicator for the new Lada Granta.

Always try to listen carefully to any extraneous noise your car makes. This is especially important during break-in and, even more so, when starting the engine for the first time. If you hear something suspicious, you need to immediately turn off the engine. This will help avoid costly repairs. It’s one thing when a sensor in one of the engine control systems is faulty, and a completely different situation arises if the timing belt breaks.

Do not start driving until the engine has warmed up. To do this, let it idle for at least five minutes.

Prohibited actions

So that the new car does not have to be immediately sent in for repairs, you need to know the points to avoid overloading unused parts, which can subsequently lead to breakdown.

There are five prohibitory points in total:

1. The speed should not reach 2,000 rpm.
2. Do not overload the car with things or people.
3. You can't brake suddenly.
4. You cannot drive in critical gears.
5. You can't drive on highways.

In addition, when you are directly in the Lada Granta, you should listen to extraneous noise coming from the car. This is especially true when the engine is first started, but unusual sounds will need to be monitored constantly.

Recommendations for use during running-in of the Lada Granta

Below is a list of recommendations that must be followed during the running-in period of your Grant. Advice from the manufacturer's specialists applies not only to the engine, but also to other vehicle systems.

• It is highly advisable not to violate the given speed limits, which are indicated in the table
• Avoid driving on snowy roads and difficult roads to avoid wheel slip situations.
• Do not operate the vehicle under heavy load, and it is also prohibited to hitch a trailer, as it puts a lot of stress on the engine.
• After the first few days of operation, be sure to check and, if necessary, tighten all threaded connections of the vehicle, especially the chassis and suspension.
• The engine not only does not like high speeds, but also during the break-in period, excessively low crankshaft speeds are very dangerous. For example, you should not drive, as they say, tight, in 4th gear at a speed of 40 km/h. It is in such modes that the motor suffers even more than at high speeds.
• The Granta's braking system also needs running-in, and at first it is not yet as effective as possible. So, you should keep in mind that sudden braking will have a negative impact on further operation and can sometimes lead to emergency situations.

If you apply all the tips and recommendations given, the service life of the engine and other components of your Lada Granta will increase significantly.

Requirements when using a robotic box

A car enthusiast with a robotic gearbox of a Lada Vesta faces the same question: how many kilometers does the running-in period last on a brand new car? This issue is described in the operating instructions. Starting operation of Vesta with a robotic gearbox has the same recommendations as with a mechanical one:

• The first 2000-3000 should not exceed the speed indicated in the table;
• You can’t move away with wheels slipping;
• Excessive loads are unacceptable;
• The speed should not exceed 3500;
• It is necessary to avoid difficult routes, especially off-road, where there is a high probability of getting stuck;
• Towing trailers and other vehicles is strictly prohibited.

A properly run-in Lada Vesta will last a long time and will delight its owner with trouble-free operation of all components of the car.

NN 2012-….

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Last edited by BVM2011; 12/25/2015 at 12:01.

same story. left Tyumen, after Demyanka he started to push, but didn’t get it to 160. After 1000 km 130. 160 is scary

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Types of door sills for grants

The factory lining of the Grant's thresholds is made of plastic; the linings protect the interior of the cabin from moisture and do not allow the floor covering to quickly get dirty.

For the power threshold, as a sidewall element, the plastic lining serves as additional protection against mechanical damage and reduces the rate of corrosion propagation. The average service life of standard parts is 1.5-2 years.

In addition to a short service life, factory linings do not provide the car with individuality. Drivers prefer to tune the Lada Granta to their liking. Common types of cladding:

1. Plastic longitudinal linings.
2. Plastic or metal body kits.
3. High strength steel linings.
4. Decorative overlays made to order.

Metal door sills or an aluminum profile, in addition to their decorative function, increase the overall rigidity of the body by up to 12% and are considered as additional strength elements. The cladding can be painted or chromed. They are distinguished by a long service life, at least 5 years, and protect the bottom from corrosion when installed correctly.

Plastic body kits and trim panels have affordable prices and come in a variety of shapes. The Fast and the Furious pads are made of ABS plastic and are most popular among Granta owners. The parts are manufactured strictly to the dimensions of the Lada body, have a long service life of up to 3 years, and have an original shape. The covers are easy to install yourself. In case of a mechanical shock of medium strength, if there is no rupture of the paintwork, the part can be easily straightened with improvised means.

Plastic panels ensure the cleanliness of the interior; they are installed on the standard threshold using screws or using glue. The panels prevent the anti-gravel from quickly crumbling and ensure the aesthetics of the interior.

Real fuel consumption of Lada Granta with automatic transmission

According to official data from AvtoVAZ, the volume of gasoline consumption in the combined cycle for this modification of the model is 7.2 liters for every 100 km. However, the manufacturer emphasizes that these figures were obtained under standardized laboratory conditions and are not an operational standard. Car owners note that the actual consumption of Grants on an automatic machine is significantly higher than the indicators declared by the factory. At the same time, fuel consumption indicators vary greatly depending on the operating conditions of the car.

Around town

A car consumes the maximum amount of fuel when driving in populated areas. At the same time, in a small town, where you can quickly get to any point and traffic jams rarely occur, the Granta’s consumption for an automatic transmission remains at an acceptable level - 9-10 liters. Residents of megacities have completely different data. When used in a big city, a Granta with an automatic transmission has fuel consumption per 100 km of about 12-15 liters, and in some cases – 18 liters.

Lada Granta consumes a lot when driving around the city

This increase in indicators is due to a number of factors: frequent stops, hours-long traffic jams, long distances, the need to use air conditioning more often due to the length of trips, and road conditions that promote aggressive driving.

Highway consumption

In this mode, the car demonstrates the lowest fuel consumption. Thus, the fuel consumption of “Grants” on an automatic transmission for most drivers does not exceed 6-7 liters. But this is in cases where you have to drive on a highway with a smooth surface and average traffic flow. If you often drive onto a dirt road, constantly slow down and accelerate due to heavy traffic, the actual fuel consumption of a Lada Granta with an automatic transmission will inevitably increase. In such conditions, figures can reach 10.3-14.8 liters per 100 km.

General recommendations for bodies (sedan, liftback, sport) and trim levels (standard, normal, luxury)

There are several trim levels of the Lada Granta: standard, normal, luxury . Each trim has its own engine.

There are also several body styles: sedan, liftback, sport .

Three Lada Granta bodies

Break-in recommendations apply to all trim levels and engines.

Try to maintain the most gentle performance indicators up to three thousand kilometers. If possible, speeds should be alternated, preventing the car from moving for a long time and monotonously.

Sudden accelerations and jerks, of course, should be avoided. And the maximum speed should be in the range from eighty to one hundred and ten kilometers per hour. And even then, it’s worth accelerating to such numbers only if necessary.

However, it’s also not worth standing idle for a long time.

Among other things, there is a ban on the use of trailers and other types of additional load.

How long to break in the engine and how to do it

The first 1000 km are considered the most important. During this period, it is not recommended to travel at speeds above 60 km/h: it is better not to engage fifth speed at all. During the initial run-in, bluish smoke may appear from the muffler pipe: there is no need to panic: this is natural, since new piston rings are being broken in. Unstable idle is also not a reason to worry. Adjustment should be done after 500-1000 km. How long does it take to break in the engine in total? After the car has traveled 2.5-3 thousand km, increase the maximum speed to 85-90 km/h, gradually increasing the load. The engine can be considered finally run-in after running 8-10 thousand km.

What is not recommended to do when running in

To avoid getting new problems when running an engine after a major overhaul, you should not do the following:

• start a trip without first warming up the engine to operating temperature;
• raise the crankshaft speed to 2000;
• fully load the car (with luggage and passengers);
• increase speed sharply (for example, “run away” from traffic lights);
• Drive for a long time in one mode: it is recommended to alternate low and high gears.

Methods for running in the power unit

In addition to running in natural conditions, there are several more ways to carry out this procedure, each of which is worth considering separately:

1. Cold running on bench equipment. A good option for engines after major overhaul. To carry out the procedure, the shaft of the electric motor of the stand is connected through a cardan to the motor being tested. The engine crankshaft is rotated at a certain frequency, controlled by sensors installed on the engine and instruments on the stand. Operating modes are set by a computer program.
2. Cold run-in without a stand. It is not always possible to use special equipment. In this case, they use the “folk” option, in which the parts also rub against each other.

What should be done? Fill the engine with oil and antifreeze, hitch the car to a tow (a friend's car) and drive in third gear for about a couple of hours.

After cold running of any type, you can expect the following results:

• stable engine operation at idle speed (maximum – 700 rpm);
• absence of “failure” when sharply pressing the gas pedal;
• the operating temperature does not rise to a critical level.

1. Hot running. To implement it, it is not necessary to take the car to a service station. Start the engine and let it idle for no more than three minutes. Then wait until the unit cools down and repeat the operation several times. At the last stage, leave the unit running for 50 minutes. During this time, gradually increase the speed from 1500 to half the permitted maximum. If the BC temperature rises unacceptable, turn on the heater (if that doesn’t help, turn off the engine and let it cool). After completing the hot and cold running-in, re-check the valve clearances and correct ignition installation. Also tighten the cylinder head bolts to the engine block.