How to remove the window lifter handle of a VAZ 2114

Window lifter handles are most often found on older or budget car models. Almost all domestic cars (except for later models designed by Steve Mattin) are equipped with a mechanical window lift drive. The handle can also be found on older models of foreign cars. Some modern car models (for example, Renault Logan 2) are available with a push-button window regulator for the driver and passenger sitting in the front, and window lifter handles in the rear seats. If the handle breaks, you should not immediately contact a car service center. Everyone can independently figure out how to remove the window lifter handle. As an example, we will give the process of removing the handle on Russian cars.

How to remove the window lifter handle on a VAZ-2114?

On a VAZ-2114 car, window lifter handles are present on the rear doors. Handles have the advantage that such a window lifter mechanism is easier to repair. Of course, automatic window lifting is more convenient, but if it fails, you cannot do without a service station. In general, it is not difficult to break the handle. It is enough not to calculate the effort when raising/lowering the glass. Therefore, the problem occurs quite often. To install and dismantle the new window lifter handle, you will need: a flat-head screwdriver and a purchased new handle, sold complete with a latch and washer.

Handles with a set are sold in specialized stores. If we are talking about how to remove the window lifter handle on a Lada Kalina or any other modern Russian car, then the kit can be easily purchased in stores. There are also a lot of spare parts left for older models. You can search on trading platforms or flea markets.

Removing the old handle

No pullers or other tools are needed. To remove the handle, follow these steps:

A flathead screwdriver must be placed between the latch and the washer. The latch must be pryed and unfastened in such a way that you can easily remove it by pulling it towards you.
Remove the damaged old handle.
Remove the handle washer.

As you can see, the operation is quite simple, but the problem does not always lie in the handle itself. If the window lifting mechanism jams, moves with tension, or does not work at all, the problem may be in the cable that raises and lowers the window. Alternatively, the gear splines of the window lift system may be worn out. In this case, you will have to change the entire mechanism.

What to do if the problem is in the window lifting mechanism?

It is necessary to disassemble the car door. It is imperative to remove the door handles and armrest. To do this, you need to pry off the decorative plugs with a screwdriver. Next, take a Phillips screwdriver and unscrew the screws holding the armrest handle. To remove the door pocket, you need to unscrew the screws holding it. There is a pad on the handle that opens the door. It needs to be pryed up and also removed. This is done in order to unscrew the button blocking the door. Next, use a flat-head screwdriver to pry off the upholstery. The upholstery is held in place by eight pins. By removing the pistons, you can easily remove the upholstery.

The glass is attached to the window lifter using two bolts. You can remove them using a 10 mm nozzle. The glass rises up. Using the same head, you need to unscrew the nuts with which the window lifter mechanism is attached. The parts are removed through the door panel window. After replacing the window regulator, it is necessary to reinstall all components. After installing the new window lift mechanism, you need to secure the glass by installing a new handle. After installation, check whether the glass goes up and down. Until you are sure that the system works, do not replace the upholstery, lock button, armrest, handle pad and pocket.

Types of window regulators - what will VAZ please?

7 advantages of a manual window lifter over an electric one

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.

How to remove the window lifter handle of a VAZ-2107?

The removal process is practically no different from that on the VAZ-2114. The exception is older parts, which may be much more difficult to remove. In addition, the VAZ-2107 has window lifter handles on both the rear and front doors, since the model is older. In the event of a breakdown, you can replace the handle for both the driver and passengers. Spare parts for the model can be purchased at the aftermarket. Since the VAZ-2107 has long been out of production, new spare parts are no longer produced. You can always take kits for more modern models, since they are generally universal. The kit for Kalina or Priora may well be suitable.

conclusions

Replacing the window lifter handle is a simple operation that any car enthusiast can do. When purchasing a kit in the markets, you risk receiving a defective product. In this case, it is better to purchase a kit for a later model in a specialized store. Experts also recommend checking the mechanism itself during replacement, since there are parts that fail over time.

Especially if a problem is found in the glass lifting mechanism. To extend the life of the mechanism, you should not make sudden movements when raising and lowering the glass and you should not pull the handle. The entry of foreign objects into the mechanism is unacceptable. Good luck and easy travels!

Replacing the window lifter handle with your own hands

Over time, the power window handle may break. If this happens to you, do not rush to contact a car service. This work can be done independently without difficulty and a lot of time. As an example, I will look at how to replace the window lifter handle on a VAZ 2108.

To replace the window lifter handle you will need:

1. Flat head screwdriver. 2. A new handle, which will come with a washer.

So let's get started. First we need to remove the old window handle. To do this, insert a screwdriver between the handle and its washer. Hook up the handle and pull it towards you. The handle will easily “come out” of its seat. Also remove the handle washer. Install the new handle in reverse order. Before installing the handle, hit the window regulator splines. After you have placed the handle on the slots of the window regulator, secure the handle with the latch. Check the operation of the handle.

This happens when the glass goes down and up with force. In this case, simply replacing the handle will not help. If the window does not go down well, this means that the window lift cable has worked, or the window lift itself will soon break. The window regulator will need to be replaced. To replace the window regulator, you will need to disassemble the door. Remove the door trim and window handle.

You now have full access to the window regulator. Unscrew the two bolts with a 10 mm wrench that hold the glass. Lift the glass up and unscrew the bolts securing the window lift mechanism. For this you will also need a 10 mm wrench. Remove the old window regulator. Install the new window regulator in reverse order.

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.

Replacing the door window lifter on a VAZ 2113, VAZ 2114, VAZ 2115

Welcome! Window lifter - this mechanism is found in almost any car, depending on the car, it can be either a mechanical type (With a handle for adjusting the position of the glass) or an electric one (In this case, the handle is removed and a button is placed together with it), in addition, we immediately note the fact that the window lifter and the glass itself are two different things (some people just confuse it) and thanks to it you can adjust the position of the glass in the car (raise it higher or lower it).

Note! To carry out the procedure for replacing the window lifter on the door, you will have to stock up on: Various types of screwdrivers, as well as a set of wrenches, if you have an extension cord with union heads, then you can use it, and thin pliers or pliers may also be needed, and if you have them If you have one, be sure to take them!

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Summary:

Where is the door window lift located? On cars of the Samara 2 family, different types of window lifters are installed, namely, there are electric ones in the front, and mechanical ones in the back (If the car is in a top configuration, then there are electric ones in the back), both types are hidden in the door itself and you won’t see them without removing the trim, so for For clarity, in the photo below, the trim was removed from the front door of the car, and the window regulator itself is indicated by a red arrow in this photo.

When should you replace your door window regulator? If we are talking about an electric window lifter, then as a rule, when it fails, the glass stops going up and down when you press the corresponding button, in addition, on some cars (you most likely have already paid attention to this) it happens that the glass somehow goes down (Slowly ) and almost does not rise (you have to help with your hand), this also indicates that the window lifter has become unusable and requires replacement, but by the way, in some cases, due to the fact that the glass does not rise and fall poorly, it may not even be the window lifter itself that is to blame glass, it’s just that over time its fastening weakens and thus the glass becomes skewed, which is why problems occur with lowering and raising the glass on the car, but as for mechanical window lifters, everything is simple here, if by rotating the handle the glass has ceased to be adjusted, then the window regulator itself has failed and requires replacement.

Major breakdowns of power windows

Depending on the configuration of the car, it can be equipped with both mechanical (manual) and electric windows. It is from which of these options is installed on your car that you should begin searching for the corresponding faults.

Mechanical window regulator VAZ 2114

Thus, for manually operated window regulators the following types of damage are most typical:

failure of rods (bending of rods when excessive force is applied);
jamming of traction joints;
spontaneous unwinding and loss of fasteners.

It is quite simple to fix all these malfunctions with your own hands; you just need to correctly dismantle the window regulator and carry out repairs (we will tell you how to remove the device mechanism below).

Electric window VAZ 2114

In turn, if the power windows on a VAZ 2114 do not work, then the possible reasons for this may be:

fuse blown (at the same time playing the role of a fog light fuse);
failure of relay K5;
break in the power supply circuit of the lifts;
drive motor burnout.

In this case, you should start your search by checking the fuses designated F5 and F16 (this can be done by replacing them with new ones or by regular “diagnosis”). If the fuses are working, then you should continue to look for the problem; if not, replace them with others designed for the same amperage.

VAZ 2114 fuse

The next thing to check is relay K5 in the power window circuit. To test it, you need to replace it with a known working (new) relay and check the functionality of the device. If a malfunction is detected, the old relay must be replaced.

An indirect, but at the same time, objective way to test virtually any relay is to test it by ear. So, when the power circuit is turned on, the working relay should emit a characteristic click, which indicates its serviceability. If, after applying current, no sound is heard, then the relay has soured and does not work.

The next stage of the test will be to “test” the wires in the power window circuit using a multimeter. If a break is detected, it will be necessary to replace the burnt wire with a new one with the same (or slightly larger) cross-section.

Window lift motor VAZ 2114

If the wiring is in order, then all that remains is to check the functionality of the electric drive itself. The easiest way to do this is to connect the lift motor to the network “directly”. A failed electric window motor cannot be repaired and must be replaced with a similar one.

If after such a thorough check it is still not possible to find a fault, then you should check the mechanical parts of the electric lift, namely, inspect the condition of its gears. Most often, it is their breakage or chipping/abrasion of individual teeth that causes the malfunction. The solution in this case will be to replace the gears themselves, which can be purchased at almost any auto store.

How to replace the door window lifter on a VAZ 2113-VAZ 2115?

Note! The window lifter on both the rear door and the front door is replaced almost identically, although there are small nuances, but you don’t even have to pay attention to this, and therefore if you learn how to replace the window lifter at the front, then you can also replace it on the back door and vice versa, but there is just one But! The window lifter can be replaced both with the glass removed from the door and with the glass installed (How you do it is up to you, if you don’t want to remove the glass, then in this case you can simply fix it with a screwdriver, but if suddenly the door moves a lot, then the glass may fall and break, but this won’t happen to you with the glass removed), if you still want to remove it, then in this case read the article entitled: “Replacing glass on a VAZ”, if you don’t want to remove the glass and are sure that it will not fall, then start reading the article; in it we just described the process of replacing a window lifter with the glass installed on the car door!

Removal: 1) Let's start with the front doors, but even if you replace the power windows only on the rear doors (And this is point 2), then still study point 1, because they are interconnected and from all these points you will understand more than you read only one of them, in general, before replacing, it doesn’t matter which door, but you will need to remove the trim from it, because the mechanism is located inside the door and without removing the trim you simply won’t get to it (For information on how to remove the trim, read the article: “Replacing the front door on a car” points 1-8), after the trim is removed, disconnect the wire block and the connector that go to the window regulator (see photo 1), then remove all the nuts (there are only three) that secure it mechanism to the door (see photo 2) and then unscrew the two bolts securing the window lifter slider to the glass frame itself (see photo 3), when the bolts are unscrewed, lift the glass to the very top if you have not removed it and fix it in this position (You can fix it using a screwdriver, see photo 4, or you can ask an assistant to hold the glass in the upper position).

Note! So that the window lifter mechanism can be removed from the door and thereby completely removed, unscrew the two screws that secure the door opening handle to the car (see photo 1), after unscrewing the screws, remove the handle by pushing it into the inside of the door and through remove the cutout in the door (see photo 2), then using thin pliers or pliers or simply by hand, disconnect the rubber holder that holds the rod on the handles (see photo 3) and after that disconnect the rod from the handle and you you can completely remove it from the car in this way (see photo 4) and therefore, when the handle is removed, remove the window lift mechanism itself through the same cutout in the car door!

2) As for the rear door and window lifter, in order to remove it, take a wrench in your hands and use it to unscrew the three nuts that secure the mechanism to the door (see photo 1), as soon as the nuts are unscrewed, unscrew the two bolts that The slider with the glass is attached to the window lifter holder (see photo 2), then fix the glass in the same way as described in the first paragraph (see photo 3) and finally, when the glass is already stationary, unscrew the three nuts securing the mechanism to the door (see photo 4) and, also grabbing it with your hand, remove it from the door and thereby completely remove it.

Installation: Everything is installed in its place in the reverse order, or, to put it simply, everything is put in its place in the reverse order of removal.

Additional video: An interesting video on repairing the front door window lifter, you can see in the video that is attached to our website just below:

Possible malfunctions and ways to eliminate them

In the case of mechanical joint ventures, there may not be so many faults; all of them are caused by mechanical damage to the system. For example, this could be wear of rollers, brackets, cable breakage, etc. The situation is much more complicated with electrical systems, since they are equipped with more complex elements. Signs of ESP malfunctions include either complete failure of the power windows, or their insufficient operation, as well as noise.

For what reasons can malfunctions occur:

Damage to the connection wiring, cable break, insulation breakdown. If the wiring is damaged for some reason, then the ESP electric motor will not be able to receive a signal to open or close the glass. In the case of an insulation breakdown, current leakage is possible, so the ESP will operate too slowly or intermittently. Sometimes the cause is due to insufficient contact between the electrical circuit and the device. Damaged wires need to be replaced with new ones; if the contacts have oxidized, then they need to be cleaned or also replaced.
Failure of the system electric motor. If the gear motor breaks down, the ESP will refuse to work at all; such a malfunction usually manifests itself after several years of intensive use of the devices. You can try to replace or repair the drive itself; the complexity of the repair depends on the malfunction.
Problems with the operation of the control unit on which the buttons are located. If all ESPs refuse to function at once, this may indicate that the control module has failed. It is possible that the reason is a damaged contact with the vehicle’s on-board network; the circuit located inside the unit is also susceptible to malfunctions. If it happens that only one ESP or several do not work, then most likely the fault should be looked for in poor contact of the control key with the electrical network. It is necessary to check for possible presence of oxidation and remove it.
Burnout of the safety device that is responsible for the operation of the ESP. This part can be located in the corresponding block in the engine compartment or on the power supply circuit from the power windows to the battery. If the reason lies in burnout, then the device must be replaced.
Wear of rollers or gears. Malfunctions of this type are associated with long and intensive use of ESP. Over time, gear teeth can become damaged due to wear; usually such devices cannot be repaired, they only need to be replaced (video author - Sanya Kachan).

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How to remove the window handle?

How to remove the window handle?
What you need to remove the window lifter handle
How to remove the window handle
Replacing the window handle

If your small fleet consists of a car that is made by a domestic manufacturer, then be prepared for the fact that problems may arise with the window lifter handles. From time to time they may break, so you should have a minimal idea of how to replace this element without resorting to the help of specialists. Even if your experience in repairing car interior elements is minimal, you can still cope with such an easy task.

What you need to remove the window lifter handle

In order to remove and install a new window lifter handle, you will need to obtain:

1) Flat screwdriver;

2) I just bought a handle that comes with a washer and a latch.

No special pullers or rare tools are needed. That is why repairing the window lifter mechanism will not be prohibitively expensive from a financial point of view.

How to remove the window handle

To remove the power window handle, you will need to follow these simple steps:

1) Place a flathead screwdriver between the handle washer and the latch. The latter needs to be lifted and pressed away from the surface so that later you can remove it by simply pulling it towards you. The handle will easily come out of the “seat”.

2) After removing the handle, you need to remove the washer of the old handle.

That's all. But it’s not always possible to fix everything by replacing the handle. For example, if difficulties arise in raising and lowering the glass, you should pay attention to the window lift mechanism itself. Maybe the cable that lowers and raises the glass is to blame. The cause may also be worn out gear splines of the window lift system. If this is the case, then the entire mechanism will have to be changed. To do this, you do not need to remove the glass. The steps are as follows:

1) First you need to disassemble the car door itself.

2) Remove the handle and armrest. To do this, just pry off the decorative plugs with a screwdriver, after which, using a Phillips screwdriver, you will have to unscrew the screws that hold the armrest handle itself. After unscrewing the screws that hold the door pocket in place, remove it.

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3) There is a pad on the handle that opens the door. It needs to be lightly pryed and then removed. Next you need to unscrew the button that blocks the door.

4) Using a flat-head screwdriver, you need to pry off the upholstery, which is held in place by eight pistons. After that, remove it.

5) The glass is attached to the window regulator with two bolts, which must be unscrewed with a “10” head. Lift the glass up. Using the same method, you need to unscrew the nuts that secure the window lift mechanism itself. The parts must be removed through the door panel window. After replacing the window regulator, reassemble everything in reverse order.

6) After installing the new window lift mechanism, you will need to secure the glass and install a new handle. Next you need to check the operation of the system. Only if everything is in order will it be possible to return the upholstery, lock button, armrest, pocket and handle pad to their place.

In principle, no problems should arise. This work is not particularly difficult.

Replacing the window handle

Installing a new window handle is carried out by performing the above steps in reverse order. You need to take the washer that comes with the new handle and insert it in place of the old one. This washer must be held with your hand, while inserting a new handle in place of the old one. Many experts say that the new handle needs to be turned several times.

This will facilitate better adhesion of the new handle to the splines of the lift gears.
Only after you are sure that the handle holds well can you install the latches that come with the handle. After completing all work, check the operation of the window lifter handle.
Just raise and lower the window several times. It should go smoothly. If this does not help, then you will have to go to the mechanism itself. So, even the most inexperienced car owner can replace the window lifter handle with his own hands. Experts say that it would be useful to check the serviceability of the entire mechanism, so as not to return to a similar problem later. Only if you are unable to solve the problem with the window regulator yourself, you should turn to professionals for help or advice. But there is a high probability that such actions will not be necessary.

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Window lifter design

Drive types

Let's start with the drive mechanism, as already noted, it comes in two types - mechanical (also known as manual) and electric.

The mechanical one is a small gear reducer. With this type of drive, a cable actuator is usually used. Therefore, such a gearbox consists of two gears that mesh with each other. The drive gear is small in size, and it is the one that the driver rotates using a handle mounted on the door. The driven one is much larger in size; it is a drum for winding the cable. Due to the different sizes of these gears, relative ease of opening and closing the glass is achieved.
An electric drive also uses a gearbox, but of the “worm-gear” type. There is a worm on the electric motor shaft, which is engaged by a gear. The drive motor itself is of a reversible type, that is, when the polarity is changed, its direction of rotation changes, which allows the use of just one element to both lower and raise the glass. This drive is used with all types of actuators.

Actuators

1 – window lifter handle; 2 – facing of the window lifter handle; 3 – power window handle socket; 4 – window lift mechanism; 5 – upper rollers; 6 – screws for fastening the pressure plates; 7 – pressure plates; 8 – sliding glass brackets; 9 – sliding glass; 10 – cable; 11 – lower roller; 12 – bolt; 13 – tension roller

Now, regarding the actuators. With both types of drives, the cable type can be used. At the same time, for mechanical and electrical mechanisms their design differs, and significantly.

Let's consider the design of a mechanical drive and a cable actuator using the example of a VAZ-2107. In addition to the gearbox, it consists of 4 rollers between which the cable moves, with the ends fixed to the drum. One of the rollers is a tension roller and ensures proper tension of the cable for the entire period of operation, since it stretches during operation.

Two rollers are the top ones and they are connected using tension plates to the glass brackets. Because of this, when lowering or raising the rollers move along with the glass. The last roller is the bottom one, it is stationary and it is fixed to the door.

A cable is laid between these rollers in a special way. Moreover, it is not looped. When lifting or lowering, the end on one side is unwound from the gearbox drum, and the other is wound up. Thanks to this, the ability to move the upper rollers, and with them the side glass, is achieved.

In an electric drive, the cable actuator has a different design. It consists of a guide at the ends of which rollers are installed. The electric motor with gearbox is located slightly to the side of this guide. The drive cable is laid between the guide rollers and goes to the gearbox drum, where it is secured.

In the area between the guide rollers, a slider is attached to the cable, which in turn is connected to the glass. When the electric motor is turned on, one side of the cable begins to wind onto the drum, and the other begins to unwind. Due to this, the cable moves between the rollers, and with it the slider with the glass.

The lever actuator operates on a different principle. There is a lever, at one end of which there is a semicircular gear sector connected to the driven gear of the gearbox. Its other end is connected to a bar on which the glass is mounted. The lever on the sector side is connected by means of a bracket to a fixed plate fixed to the door.

There are actuators that include two levers in the design, with the second one playing the role of an auxiliary one.

The third type of actuator is rack and pinion, and there are several types of it. One of these mechanisms has a fixed guide with a gear sector along its entire length. This sector engages with the gearbox gear. In this design, the motor and gearbox are movable and connected to the glass. That is, when turned on, the engine with the gearbox and glass begin to move relative to the rack.

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Also, the design of electric windows includes a control mechanism, which consists of ordinary keys through which the electric motors are powered from the vehicle’s on-board network.

Removing the front door trim

Plastic spikes or “herringbones” for fastening may break during the process of removing the skin. We purchase in advance a quantity sufficient for the update. It is better to buy double white-orange or transparent clips.

Open the door and remove the 3 screws securing the podium. The screws are unscrewed with a Phillips screwdriver. The podium carefully turns down and detaches from the body.

Do not remove the casing with jerks or sudden movements. The sockets that attach the trim to the door can be damaged.

We remove the wires from the locking mechanism from under the top of the casing. We remove the door trim of the VAZ 2114, evenly moving it away from the door.
After removing the trim, you can replace the glass, the trim itself, repair window regulators, install acoustics, etc.

If you are planning to replace the trim, before purchasing it, compare the dimensions of the trim installed in your car with the new one in the store. The location and diameter of the holes for the handle and for fastening may not be the same.

Installation of the casing occurs in the reverse order.

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To remove the brush assembly, we need to unscrew the three screws that I have already shown

Removing the rear door trim

The sequence of actions for dismantling, or how to remove the rear door trim on a VAZ 2114 and mount it back.

Using a flat-head screwdriver, press out the decorative molding of the door handle and remove it.
Remove the door handle.
Using a flat-head screwdriver, press and remove the door handle trim.
After unscrewing the fastening screws, remove the inner part of the handle.
Using a flat-head screwdriver, remove the door lock handle trim.
Unscrew the cap of the door locking mechanism (lock) and remove it.
Use a flat-head screwdriver to disconnect the 10 door trim fastening studs.
Carefully remove the trim, moving it evenly away from the door.

Installation of the casing occurs in the reverse order.

After removing the trim, it is recommended to carry out anti-corrosion treatment and check the condition of the internal cavities of the door.

If the door does not close, after removing the trim, you need to lubricate the rod of the central locking electric drive with silicone spray.

Sometimes you need to remove the trim from a door when it is jammed. In this case, space is made in the cabin for trim parts and work is carried out from the inside.

To improve sound and heat insulation, foil foam rubber is installed inside the casing. The pattern is made according to the pattern of the old casing. The material is cut with a margin of a few centimeters so that it can be folded. A hole is cut out for the handle. It should be slightly smaller in size than the handle itself. Insulation adhesive is selected depending on the type of material.

Sometimes, after removing the trim, decorative inserts are replaced. Typically, leatherette, Alcantara, carlet and tapestry fabrics are used for replacement.

Information on how to remove a VAZ 2114 door or door trim is required not only to change decorative panels or install sound insulation, but also to replace a power window or glass.

Replacing the window regulator

To replace the window regulator, you need an extension, a wrench and a 10 mm socket.

Having freed the front door from the trim, remove the 2 bolts securing the glass to the bar. Usually they are tightened tightly, so it is more convenient to use the head as a lever.

Remove three nuts securing the electric motor, one nut under the glass, two in the center and one nut at the bottom of the door.

After removing all the nuts, disconnect the power plug from the electric motor.

After removing the structure, the electric motor is first checked. If it is faulty, it is replaced. If the cause of the breakdown is not obvious, replace the window regulator.

Glass replacement

It is better to buy glass and a glass holder as a set for replacement.

To replace, you need an extension, a wrench, an 8 and 10 mm socket and an assistant.

The side glass is blocked with a screwdriver to prevent it from falling out. The door trim is removed. A felt-tip pen marks the places where the glass frame is attached to the door on the frame and on the door. The bolts securing the glass frame to the window regulator are turned out.

The window regulator bar must be fully raised. The cable on the roller from the bottom of the glass is dismantled. Then the seals (velvet covers) are carefully removed.

Hold the glass during this time so that it does not fall out. After removing the seals, the glass is lowered down about 10 cm, tilted to the side and removed from the groove.

The new glass is installed in the reverse order. Apply WD-40 or a similar lubricant to the glass frame, insert the glass and leave to dry. After the grease has dried, the glass is installed in the door. New glass is installed in the seals.

If the seals have become unusable, new ones are cut out of rubber, while the old ones are used as patterns.

The glass with seals is inserted into the groove, aligned and lowered into the stopper. The window lifter handle is lowered to its lowest position. The glass is fixed with bolts and the cable is installed in its original place.

The operation of the window regulator is checked and, if necessary, the cable tension and the position of the seals are changed.

Electric windows for VAZ 2106

Having electric windows in modern cars is not a luxury. This convenient device, which facilitates the process of raising and lowering the windows, simply must be in the car, including the VAZ 2106. Let's figure out how to install window regulators, how difficult it is to replace the standard mechanism and how to do it yourself.

Replacing the classic mechanism

For the VAZ 2106, mechanisms for raising windows come in two varieties:

Kinds	Characteristics
Cable.	They consist of an electric drive with a gearbox and a reel with a wound cable. The upper drum is connected to the classic window lifter through slots and is designed to operate the cable.
Rack and pinion.	They have a different design and work on the principle of a steering rack in a car. Such devices are good for hard-moving car windows, since the mechanism itself moves easily.

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.

The order of your actions when carrying out the procedure for removing a faulty product and installing a new one is as follows.

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.

Replacing the “six” window lifting mechanism is quite simple and does not require a lot of time and money.

Sequence of actions when installing a power window

In order to tune the “six” by installing electric window lifts, it is not necessary to go to a car repair shop. You can do this yourself. On the modern automotive parts market there is a large selection of power window kits. To install the device yourself, no special knowledge or skills are required. Typically, the power window kit includes electrical wiring, control keys, and fasteners.

Installing the mechanism is quite simple and is done in the following sequence.

Remove the door and install a power window. Use self-tapping screws to attach to the car door frame. This should be done carefully so that the door does not become deformed as a result.
Check the glass movement for ease of sliding. Adjust the guides if necessary.
Connect the electrical wiring, referring to the wiring diagram. Route the wires under the panel.
Assemble the door by installing the plugs in place of the handles.
Mount the control key in the instrument panel.
Connect the battery and check the system's functionality. This completes the installation.

When carrying out work on electrical equipment, disconnect the ground on the battery. Do not forget that the circuits of new mechanisms must be protected by fuses.