Exterior (external body parts) Lada Vesta 1

Reference data about the car body
Threaded connections of body parts are made of ordinary carbon steel bolts. For critical connections, heat-treated bolts made of alloyed chromium steel are used, marked with the symbol «X» on the...

General description of the car body
The car body is all-metal, welded, supporting structure (frameless). Removable body elements: front fenders, hood, doors, bumpers. Window regulators of doors can be both with a mechanical and with an...

Body — checking the technical condition
We check the technical condition of the body during each maintenance (see « Maintenance plan »). With intensive use, especially in winter, it is necessary to check and maintain the body 1.5-2 times...

Body maintenance
Lubrication of hinges and locks To prevent wear of parts of locks, hinges and opening stops, it is necessary to periodically (e.g. twice a year: in autumn and spring) lubricate them. It is very...

Hood lock — removal, installation and adjustment
Access to the lock is hindered by the radiator grille. Execution sequence 1. Mark the position of the lock with a marker. 2. Using a 13 mm socket or spanner wrench, unscrew the two nuts securing the...

Front bumper — removal and installation
The front bumper consists of a decorative plastic lining and an amplifier. From a slight blow, as a rule, only the decorative overlay breaks, which can be replaced separately. It is more convenient...

Front fender liner — removal and installation
The front fender liner is removed for its replacement, as well as, if necessary, when performing other repairs. It is more convenient to perform work with an assistant on a viewing ditch or overpass....

Fuel filler cap — removal and installation
When matching paint to a car, it is useful to have, in addition to the paint code, some part painted in the color of the body. The fuel filler cap is ideal for this purpose. Execution sequence 1. We...

Rear bumper — removal and installation
The rear bumper consists of a decorative plastic lining and an amplifier. From a slight blow, as a rule, only the decorative overlay breaks, which can be replaced separately. Recommendation. Before...

Luggage compartment lock — removal and installation
1. We prepare the car for work (see « Preparing the car for maintenance and repair »). 2. With a 10 mm key, we unscrew the two fastening bots... ...and remove the lock from the door. 3. Disconnect...

The switch (larva) of the lock of a cover of a luggage compartment
1. We prepare the car for work (see « Preparing the car for maintenance and repair »). 2. Remove the upholstery of the luggage compartment lid (see « Upholstery of the luggage compartment lid -...

Upholstery of the luggage compartment lid — removal and installation
1. We prepare the car for work (see « Preparing the car for maintenance and repair »). 2. With a slotted screwdriver, we put forward the latches... ...and extract... ... ten holders. 3. Remove the...