Kalina Sedan (2004-2013, VAZ-1118) Kalina Hatchback (2004-2013, VAZ-1119)

Car troubleshooting Lada Kalina 1

When trying to start the engine, the crankshaft does not rotate
1. Insufficiently tightened or oxidized terminals on the terminals of the battery (see « Battery - Maintenance »). 2. The battery is low or defective (see « Battery - Maintenance »). 3. Faulty...

The crankshaft rotates but the engine does not start
1. No fuel in the tank (pour fuel into the tank). 2. The crankshaft does not turn fast enough to start the engine due to a low battery charge (see « Battery - Maintenance »). 3. Insufficiently...

Difficulty starting a cold engine
1. The battery is discharged or the electrolyte level is insufficient (see « Battery - Service »). 2. Faulty power system (see « Checking the technical condition of the power system »). 3. Defective...

Difficulty starting a warm engine
1. Clogged air filter (see « Air filter - filter element replacement »). 2. Faulty power system (see « Checking the technical condition of the power system »). 3. Insufficiently tightened or oxidized...

The starter works with loud noise (rattle)
1. Damaged or worn flywheel ring gear (see « Flywheel - removal and installation »). 2. The tightening of the starter mounting bolts has loosened (see « Starter - removal and installation »).

Engine starts but stops immediately
1. Loose or damaged ignition coil electrical connections (see « 1.6i engine ignition coil - check and replace »). 2. Insufficient pressure in the engine power system (see « Checking the technical...

Oil stains under the engine
1. Leaky oil pan gasket or loose drain plug (see « Engine oil pan - removal, gasket replacement and installation »). 2. The seal of the emergency oil pressure sensor is broken (see « Emergency oil...

Engine revs at idle go up and down
1. Leaky vacuum hose connections (check the tightness of the fit on the fittings). 2. Clogged air filter (see « Air filter - filter element replacement »). 3. Insufficient fuel pressure in the engine...

Ignition misfires at idle
1. Faulty spark plugs or electrode gap set incorrectly (see « Spark plugs - replacement » or « 1.6i engine spark plugs - replacement »). 2. Faulty high voltage wires (see « High voltage wires - check...

Misfiring when the engine is running under load (when the vehicle is moving)
1. Clogged fuel filter and / or pipelines of the engine power system (see « Supply system »). 2. Faulty fuel injectors (see « Nozzles - check and replacement »). 3. Spark plugs are faulty or the gap...

The engine does not develop full power
1. Camshaft lobes wear (see « Camshafts - removal and installation » or « Engine camshaft 1.6i - removal and installation »). 2. Leakage (burnout) gas distribution valves (see « Cylinder head -...

When the engine is running, the emergency oil pressure warning lamp lights up
1. Insufficient oil level (see « Oil level - check » or «Engine lubrication system 1.6i - checking the oil level»). 2. Idle speed below normal (see « Checking the technical condition of the engine...

Pre-ignition (engine continues to run for some time after the ignition is turned off)
1. High idle (see « Checking the technical condition of the engine management system »). 2. Engine overheating (see « Checking the technical condition of the cooling system »). 3. Carbon deposits on...

Increased fuel consumption
1. Clogged air filter (see « Air filter - filter element replacement »). 2. Faulty engine management system (see « Checking the technical condition of the engine management system »). 3. Faulty fuel...

Fuel leaks and/or smell of gasoline
1. Leakage in fuel lines (see « Checking the technical condition of the power system »). 2. Fuel tank full (remove excess fuel). 3. Leakage of fuel injectors (see « Nozzles - check and replacement »).

Engine overheating
1. Insufficient coolant level in the cooling system (see « Checking the technical condition of the cooling system »). 2. Malfunction of the coolant pump (see « Coolant pump - replacement »). 3. The...

Battery not charging
1. Worn or insufficiently tensioned alternator drive belt (see « Alternator drive belt - condition check and tension adjustment »). 2. Low electrolyte level in the battery (see « Battery -...

The battery charge warning lamp does not go out after starting the engine
1. Faulty generator (see « Generator - check »). 2. Faulty battery charging circuit (see electrical equipment diagrams ). 3. Worn or insufficiently tensioned alternator drive belt (see « Alternator...

The control lamp of a charge of the storage battery does not light up at inclusion of ignition
Faulty generator excitation circuit ( see wiring diagrams ).

Clutch slips (engine speed increases but vehicle does not accelerate)
1. Oil ingress on the working surfaces of the driven disk (see « Checking the technical condition of the clutch »). 2. Strong wear, warping and burning of the lining of the driven disk (see «...

Difficult or impossible gear shifting
1. The adjustment of the gear shift drive is broken (see « Gearshift drive - removal, disassembly, installation and adjustment »). 2. The tightening of the nuts securing the gear lever support has...

Knocking (clicks) when turning the car at low speed
1. Wear of external constant velocity joints (see « Checking the technical condition of the front wheel drives »). 2. Loose front suspension fasteners (see « Checking the technical condition of the...

Vibration when driving at high speed (over 90 km/h)
1. The balance of the front wheels of the car is broken (see « Checking the technical condition of wheels, tires and hubs »). 2. The geometry of the tires or wheel rims is broken due to deformation...

Driving the vehicle away from straight ahead
1. Different pressure in the tires of the front wheels (see « Tires - pressure check »). 2. Different degree of wear of the tires of the front wheels (see « Checking the technical condition of...

Car pull when braking
1. Different pressure in the tires of the front wheels (see « Tires - pressure check »). 2. One of the brake mechanisms is faulty (see « Checking the technical condition of the brake system »). 3....

Uneven tire wear
1. Violated wheel alignment (see « Front wheel alignment - check »). 2. Malfunction of suspension springs (see « Checking the technical condition of the front suspension » And « Checking the...

Excessive steering play
1. Wheel bearing wear (see « Checking the technical condition of wheels, tires and hubs »). 2. Failure of the tie rod ends (see « Checking the technical condition of the steering »). 3. Play in the...

Individual headlights or taillights do not turn on
1. Bulb filament burnt out (see « Lighting, light and sound signaling »). 2. The contact of the lamp in the cartridge is oxidized (see « Lighting, light and sound signaling »). 3. Damaged wires or...

Individual headlight or taillight bulbs burn at full dimmer
1. Poor contact or damage to the wire connecting the lamp (flashlight) With «weight» (see « Lighting, light and sound signaling »). 2. Dimming the lamp bulb (see « Lighting, light and sound signaling...

Car door won't unlock
1. Frozen water in the lock cylinder (winter) (see « Body maintenance »). 2. The lock cylinder is dirty (see « Body maintenance »). 3. The cylinder mechanism of the lock is damaged (see «External...

Water enters the interior
1. Loose or damaged door seal (fix or replace seal). 2. Doors don't close tightly (see « Door lock - removal, installation and adjustment », And « Tailgate lock - removal, installation and adjustment...

Knocking doors while driving
1. Wear of axles in door hinges (see « Front door - removal and installation » And « Rear door - removal and installation »). 2. Door lock screws not tightened (see « Door lock - removal,...

Door lock does not lock
Jamming of the moving parts of the lock due to dirt or lack of lubrication (see « Body maintenance »).

Hood latch won't unlock
1. Breakage of the lock drive rod (see « Hood lock drive rod - replacement »).

The luggage compartment door is not held open
One or both door gas stops are defective (see « Door gas stops - replacement »).

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