How to install silent locks on a VAZ 2107

It is impossible to describe the importance of door locks in the design of a car. They play the role of a “guard” when the car is closed, and while driving they do not allow the doors to open spontaneously. If this happens, cars from the oncoming lane will collide with the open door, and when turning, the passenger will simply fall out of the cabin.

Modern cars are equipped with many different systems to prevent unplanned unlocking. Such devices include a central lock, the task of which is to lock or unlock all locks at the same time. This happens when you turn the key in the ignition. The central locking is also responsible for closing all doors from the passenger compartment (this is done using a special button). Don’t forget about “child locks” that prevent a child from opening the car doors from the inside. Among other things, silent door locks stand out, which appeared on the domestic market quite recently.

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Pros and cons of silent locks

Many owners of domestic cars, in particular the VAZ 2107 model, are well aware of all the shortcomings in the operation of locks. This makes the installation of silent locks on the VAZ 2107 popular among drivers. Any manipulations and adjustments with standard locks will be useless compared to their silent counterparts. Moreover, their cost allows this to be done.

There are many compelling arguments in favor of installing silent locks. Think for a second: now VAZ 2107 owners will not notify the entire yard of their arrival from or to work with a powerful slam of the car doors. This argument puts a big end to all the shortcomings of this mechanism. Now every owner has a great desire to install such a mechanism on his car.

High-quality silent locks will serve you faithfully for many years, as they are durable. You won't have to worry about the mechanisms breaking down after a few months or years. There is no need to do any maintenance, all you have to do is purchase the mechanisms, install them on your “Seven” and forget about loud door slams for a long time. In addition, installation can be carried out on absolutely all car models, regardless of their year of manufacture. Closing the doors will no longer be a nightmare for the owner, and now any trip will bring him nothing but joy.

Is it possible to do it yourself

It is quite possible to make silent locks for a VAZ 2107, you just need to figure out how to cover the pins of the locks on the car. The noise when closing occurs when the latch passes through the fingers, which act as a loop for the latch. You will need a special heat-shrinkable tube (no more than 50 cm), which you can find in a specialized store.

Heat shrink tubing is used to insulate live wires. Among its main qualities are a high shrinkage rate and resistance to aggressive environments.

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Step-by-step production of silent locks

Remove the fingers from the upgradeable latches.
Cut the heat shrink tubing to the required size so that the threaded area remains free.
Having put the cut tube on your finger, heat it up with a regular lighter (you can use a hair dryer).
Wait a few minutes for the tube to cool and stick to your finger.
Place another pipe on top and repeat the procedure with a lighter.
After cooling, trim off any uneven parts.
Reinstall the finger into the lock.

The silent loop is now complete. Sometimes when installing the hinges, the doors may not close tightly. This is due to the installation of a finger that has a non-standard thickness. There is a solution - adjusting the locks. The procedure is simple, but it requires special skills.

Slightly loosen the fastenings of the lock clamp installed on the car body.
Move the lock in the desired direction for normal operation of the door. When the door comes into contact with the body (it rests), the latch needs to be lowered slightly. When the door sag, on the contrary, the latch needs to be slightly raised.

New silent locks are a very useful device that allows you to save the owner’s nervous system and extend the service life of the door. For high-quality and efficient work, it is necessary to periodically adjust the doors and monitor the condition of the locks.

What problems arise with doors

When might it be necessary to adjust the doors of a VAZ 2107? This happens in cases where the locking mechanism refuses to function. The inoperability of the locking mechanism is manifested by jamming of the doors, while they cannot be either closed or opened.

It is important to know! Reviews from owners of "Sevens" show that the most common disease of VAZs is door misalignment (sagging). When skewed, they close very poorly and are difficult to open, so it is urgent to take appropriate action to eliminate the malfunction.

There are also cases when faulty locks allow doors to open while the car is moving. Over time, any parts wear out, and with frequent and careless use, the locks can fail at any moment. To correct the situation, it is necessary to periodically diagnose the door locks on the “seven”. Diagnostics involves checking, lubricating and adjusting the locks of all devices on a VAZ 2107 car. We will find out in more detail how to adjust, as well as what details you should pay attention to.

Features of adjusting the gap and hinges

Adjustment does not require special knowledge, but it will require enough time to accurately set the locks, hinges and gaps. Initially, you should pay attention to the lock mechanisms, as well as diagnose the condition of the gaps between body panels, front fenders, as well as racks and frames. We also recommend that before starting work with the adjustment, it is good to clean and lubricate the lock mechanism and the mating part; sometimes this solves the problem of poor closing and further work becomes unnecessary. The gaps on the VAZ-2107 car sometimes reach 7 mm, which, by the way, is not a rare occurrence. If you cannot set a stable gap (no more than 3 mm), then there is nothing to do, you should proceed to the stage of adjusting the hinges.

Types of mechanisms for the "Seven"

Neither adjustments nor lubrication can eliminate the noisy operation of a classic lock. The mechanisms definitely need to be changed. There are two options - the installation of locks from AvtoVAZ modern models or foreign cars, or an element designed specifically for this classic model.

Operation of silent locks on classic VAZ models

This type of mechanism works like a latch. The advantage is the absence of any resistance in the operation of the mechanism. If you install such a lock on a “classic”, you will no longer have to slam the door. It will close simply and easily with the effort applied by your little finger. This system closes with two clicks.

As for maintenance, practice shows that it is not required. Despite their poor reliability, they have proven themselves well. By installing a set of silent locks on the VAZ-2107, you can once and for all solve the problem with the door closing tightly. It is enough to adjust the mechanism once - and it will work properly for many years without the need for additional adjustment.

Refinement of the base and mechanisms

It is not enough to replace the larva; you need to make sure that the core is working. To do this, you should set up the mechanism before the door structure is assembled. Recommendations:

A key is inserted to check the operation of the larva. The lock opens and closes several times. If movement is difficult, the pins may need to be lubricated or adjusted.
Special spacers are fixed, which prevent the teeth from deforming or moving to the side.
Sometimes it is necessary to change the spring, which hinders the operation of the system.

To adjust the new pattern, the front of the lock is stripped or ground. This work will allow you to repair the damaged mechanism if there was an attempt to break into it. You should first make sure that the master key has not damaged the insides.

Tools and accessories

So, let's look at how to install silent locks on a VAZ-2107. The process will require minimal financial investment and a small set of tools. You will need a set of locks with Euro type external handles. It is best to purchase products from well-known manufacturers.

You will also need a lock mechanism with a latch, the part of the lock that is installed inside, fixing bolts (it is better to purchase the longest ones), a bolt for the stand, and a tap for cutting threads. Additionally, you will need a cable of one and a half millimeters, drills of 8.5 mm, 9 and 10 millimeters.

Replacing the larva

Once the core is removed from the metal box, it is important to ensure that there is no contamination or deformation inside. If this is the case, then the lock will have to be replaced completely. A new core is inserted, and then reassembled:

The spring is put in place.
Traction is connected. The nuts are tightened with a wrench.
Electronics are being connected: power windows, side view mirror.
The door card is returned to its place and secured with clips.
The handle is screwed on and the plug is installed.

Step-by-step installation

The installation of silent locks on the VAZ-2107 is carried out in several stages. Using a grinder, remove the flag from the door. Next, the old locking mechanism and rods are removed. However, it is too early to throw away the old lock.

Using a drill, the lower hole (the one on the left) is drilled out so that the upper bushing of the new mechanism can be placed into it. To do this, a new element is applied from the inside and the approximate diameter is marked with a pencil. After drilling, the irregularities are removed with a file.

Then the entire mechanism is assembled and put in its original place. If the door does not close, use a round file to enlarge the hole on the right. As a result, the outer part will “sink” and will not rest against the rack. The door will close freely.

Then the outer part is removed from the lock and the two bushings on it are ground off using the same file. The bushings are located on the side of the mechanism that presses against the door. But you shouldn't remove them completely.

Using the same file, they grind down the corner on the lock and the caps on the connectors, thanks to which the entire structure is connected. The hats are ground flush. Then the structure is reassembled, and the rods are connected to the door handles. So that the car door can open freely, the place where the rod is attached is turned in the other direction. The rods are also connected on all other doors. Next, all that remains is to check the functionality of the mechanism.

We purchase the necessary materials

To ensure that the doors of your car no longer close with a roar and grinding noise, we will install silent locks on it.
To do this, we purchase the necessary kit in the amount of two pieces. Each box has two locks. Set of silent locks

Well, the second set that we need is a central locking kit. The universal kit traditionally includes four motors, a control unit, all the necessary wires and several strips.

central locking

After purchasing the main components of the upcoming work, we prepare the necessary tools:

Drill and various drills;
Hammer;
Screwdrivers, Phillips and hexagonal, screwdriver;
Additional wires;
Protective tubes for wiring;
Well, and some other little things: a knife, glue, alcohol, etc.

We install silent locks

The first stage of the work is the installation of new and dismantling of old locks. To ensure that you do not have to remove the door trim, this process must be performed carefully and carefully.

To begin, unscrew the bolts one at a time so as not to drop the internal lock. In the same way, screw on the new silent ones in reverse order.

Installation of silent locks

The second point is to replace the old bolt that holds your lock with a new one.

We apply this scheme to all remaining doors. Having completed the installation, we perform a check. If any problems arise, for example, the door does not close well, then try to push the lock deeper. Although, by choosing the option of silent locks without a “flag”, such situations should not arise.

Locks without drilling

Sets of silent locks for the VAZ-2107 without drilling are available for sale. Let's look at what makes them special.

No changes are made to the mounting of the electric drive. As for the rods, they will do - they can be used. But installation of additional traction will be required. After all, such a locking mechanism is controlled by an external handle.

It is fixed to the locking mechanism using special clamps. To install the lock according to this scheme, only spare parts from AvtoVAZ, manufactured at the factory, are used. Also, the scheme does not provide for the use of cables, wires, twists, or drilling of racks.

Locks are mounted on doors without the possibility of movement. The rods on the mechanism are adjustable and can be quickly removed if desired. The element used to open the lock from the handle from the outside is installed using special clamps. You just need to press the rod against this clamp using pliers - and everything will be securely fixed.

It is adjustable: you can set the optimal length. In this way, the accuracy of the mechanism is adjusted. This rod is secured to the locking mechanism using a factory lock. This results in the most reliable, as well as simple and fast connection.

How to remove a door lock

The lock is removed not only to replace it, but also in case of internal faults. If the grooves are displaced, then the right side is pryed off and the pins snap into place. To do this, you will have to analyze it according to the diagram and prepare the tools. To remove you will need: screwdrivers and a knife. Instructions:

On the device, unscrew the three bolts on the handle with a Phillips screwdriver.
The cover, plug and facing material are removed.
Electrical wiring is disconnected.
The inner panel is removed to get to the outer element.
The pull is removed and disconnected from the handle. To do this, you will need an impact screwdriver and a 8-mm wrench. The return spring is dismantled. The old larva is being removed.

The core of the closing structure can be replaced if the failure is related to the operation of the internal teeth or grooves. To check this, remove the tip from the cylinder.

Adjustment

We learned how to install silent locks on a VAZ-2107. Now let's find out how to regulate them. Problems with closing are usually due to the fact that there is no clearance between the lock and the pillar or the position of the lock relative to the bolt on the body is incorrect.

The gaps are adjusted as follows. They remove the lock, disassemble it and grind down the elements so that it does not stick out from the door so much. The mechanism is then carefully moved by tapping a hammer through a wooden spacer.

To correctly get the exact location for the bolt hole and install it, you need to snap the outer part of the lock two clicks and use chalk to mark where this part will press against the rubber seal. This mark is used to determine the optimal location.

Next, drill a hole for cutting an M10 thread, cut the thread, screw in the bolt so that it does not rub the door. Then they check the functionality. It is better to additionally fix the bolt with epoxy glue. Further adjustment consists of shifting the position of the lock - simply loosen the bolts and move the lock.