Analysis of the VAZ 2107 seat

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It is not uncommon for the front seats on your VAZ 2107 to simply break down. Most often, the backrest lock in the vertical position fails. There are also situations when the adjustment mechanism on the slide itself fails. This photo report shows in detail how to replace the front seats on a VAZ 2107 car. The replacement procedure itself is very simple, if not elementary.

To perform this action, you only need a pair of wrenches: 8 and 13.

Repair of the driver's seat on the VAZ 2107 model is most often carried out for two reasons. The first is that the position adjustment mechanism on the slide in the chair is broken. The second is that the backrest lock in the vertical position breaks. Removing the seat is quite simple and is done using two keys - No. 13 and No. 8.

Repair of front seat slides

VAZ front seat slides include the following parts:

Repair of seat mechanisms is carried out with the seats already removed. To restore the functionality of the mechanism, the following operations should be performed:

• clean from dirt;
• if necessary, replace worn or damaged parts;
• lubricate

Dismantling the slide is done as follows:

1. Remove the spring.
2. Remove the rod pin.
3. Unscrew the bolts securing the slide to the seat.
4. Remove the skids.
5. Remove the screw rod from the bracket.
6. Move the sliders along the guides.
7. Remove sliders and rollers.

After disassembly, you can inspect the parts to determine the cause of the breakdown. The lack of fixation of the seat back of the VAZ 2107 can be eliminated by replacing it (or replacing the comb or clamp). To do this, you will have to cut off the broken part with a grinder and weld a new one in its place. (More details here) The upholstery of the chair must be protected from welding by covering it with a wet cloth. If possible, it is better to leave one frame of the chair before welding. At the same time, you can wash the seat upholstery.

Step-by-step instruction

First, the front seats are moved all the way forward (to provide access to the rear brackets). Then the chairs are moved back. To unscrew the bolts you will need a “13” wrench. Disconnect the electrical connector from the front seat. The next stage is dismantling the seats.

If necessary, factory seats are replaced with new analogues. Before installing the seats, you will need to make sure that the guide rails are parallel. Then the regulator is raised and the seat is moved back all the way.

The brackets are tightened to a torque of 20 N.m. The seats are moved forward, the rear brackets are tightened using the same method. The wires are connected to the battery. If the slides are installed, they are lubricated with Fiol-1 or Litol-24.

To tune the interior of the VAZ 2106, you will also need to remove the rear seat. First, experts advise studying the design of the rear seat. This sofa consists of a cushion and a backrest. The first element is fixed with two spikes welded to the body of the “six”. These spikes are installed in special holes located along the edges of the sofa.

Rear seat repair

The backrest of the rear seat can be easily removed. To do this, you need to lift it slightly so that the staples are separated from the latches. To remove the saddle, you should grab it by one edge with both hands and pull it up strongly, this will ensure it moves away from the lock. Then the same is done with the other side, after which the repair can begin.

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Fastening the front seats

Many owners of the VAZ 2107 model, which has already been discontinued, want to decorate the interior by installing seats from other car brands. This primarily applies to the front seats. In this case, you should pay attention to UNP products. Which seats are suitable for VAZ from the company’s catalog? Almost everything. You can choose anatomical seats, such as “Boxer”, “Racer”, “Sport”, etc. They are quite lightweight, since the frame is made of durable fiberglass, have a steel frame and a bucket shape with side supports, which increases the quality of driving. The seat backs often have reinforcing pads, and the headrest is integrated. The seats are thin due to fiberglass, which gives additional space to passengers sitting in the back.

Sports UNP seats are perfect for the VAZ 2107. They have maximum lateral support, a one-piece design, an integrated headrest, allow you to install sports belts (3-6 attachment points), additional pillows, including lumbar support. All UNP products can be easily integrated into any car due to the availability of installation adapters, which are sold along with the seats. In the case of the VAZ 2107, we are talking about the slide and side mounting brackets.

Installing a sports or anatomical car seat is not a cheap pleasure, so many car enthusiasts want to know whether seats from a foreign car will fit in a VAZ 2107. Experts believe that almost anything that fits the dimensions can be supplied if it is possible to carry out high-quality welding work. For example, in the “seven” you can try to put parts from Opel (Vectra A, Cadet) or from Skyline.

It should be borne in mind that the installation of non-original seats may raise questions from regulatory authorities, since such an operation is considered to be making changes to the design of the machine.

Covers or seats?

For many, buying new car seats is associated with the desire to transform the appearance of the interior of their car. That is, they care little about the issue of comfort or they have only recently started driving. That’s why they don’t think about the issue of convenience.

If you have ever driven modern cars from top manufacturers, you have probably felt the difference between the seats. But you can’t buy such a car for yourself yet. So why not bring your fourteenth to this level of comfort by purchasing new seats? Good idea.

The covers only create the appearance of a beautiful, cozy interior. The landing was uncomfortable and will remain so.

Set your priorities and think about what is more important to you - a healthy back or a beautiful picture. In addition, by replacing the seats, you can put very beautiful covers on them.

First, let's look at the types of seats that you can purchase for your VAZ 2114. There are three categories in total, the advantages and disadvantages of which are described in more detail in our table.

Seat type

pros

Minuses

Ideal for professional sports, designed for very high loads, made of high quality materials

The design is uniform and is not divided into a backrest and a chair. Very expensive, cause discomfort when boarding and disembarking, and quite hard. They are not intended for driving on regular roads or for long voyages.

The backrest is adjustable, they look great on the fourteenth, well-thought-out safety, clear fixation of the driver, they have excellent support for the hips and shoulders, long trips do not cause discomfort

Not suitable for cars with soft suspension, there are problems with the landing, which is quite uncomfortable, especially for large drivers and passengers

Luxury chairs that are ideal in terms of comfort and ergonomics. Externally attractive, perfectly secures the driver, withstands heavy loads, allows you to easily sit down and stand up, can have many built-in functions, ideal for professional drivers, wide range of position adjustments

They have practically no downsides. But the more features, the higher the cost

Don't chase fashion when purchasing sports or racing seats for regular city roads. But if you are adapting your VAZ for competitions, then it is categorically not recommended to go on the tracks on ordinary seats.

High comfort chairs

What to choose

We have decided on the types of seats, but there are a great variety of them depending on the manufacturer, size, functions, etc.

Since the VAZ 2114 is a car more likely for city roads, we will focus on the choice of anatomical seats.

Let's discuss several points for choosing them.

1. Origin. Here the choice is between used and new seats. The new ones are more expensive, but they certainly have more advantages. A good place to look for used seat sets is car dismantling yards, where you can touch and inspect the product with your own hands. The choice depends on you and your financial capabilities.
2. Equipment. The presence of armrests and headrests is strongly encouraged. Make sure that the chairs come with all the necessary components and fasteners. They are not always provided by the seller, so ask in advance about the installation details.
3. Fastenings. Some seats from foreign cars fit perfectly under the standard VAZ holes for installation. For others, you have to do a little modification in the form of using adapters or creating additional holes. And there are also those, for the installation of which you will have to almost completely redo the seat on the body. This is far from the best option, since you will have to spend a lot of time and money.
4. Manufacturer. A lot depends on who exactly made the seats you choose. If you are interested in kits from foreign cars, then seats from Ford have proven themselves to be quite good. But keep in mind that some may be too wide, which will complicate access to the handbrake and will not allow you to move the seat back and forth. Take measurements in advance. There is also a company called UNP. It specializes in the manufacture of both anatomical and sports seats for cars of the domestic manufacturer - AvtoVAZ. They have a higher quality finish and are offered with all the necessary accessories and fasteners. Working with them is more convenient and easier.

Which seats fit without modifications?

If there is a desire to change the seats in the cabin of the seven, then you need to install seats from a foreign car, which are characterized by increased comfort. In this case, a problem arises - the cost of seats from foreign cars is sometimes 2 times higher than the price of new seats for the seven. To reduce costs, you need to choose used models of chairs that will cost no more than new factory models.

To install new seats in the interior of the seven from a foreign car, the following factors must be taken into account:

1. Dimensions or dimensions of devices, which should not be much larger than standard ones. There are no problems with this, since seats from foreign cars are not only comfortable, but also often have small dimensions, that is, they are compact.
2. Mounting type. The brackets for the new seats, ideally, should fit the mountings in the cabin, so that they can be installed in the classic cabin without modifications. This factor plays an important role, since the fastening affects not only the possibility of placing seats in the VAZ 2107 interior, but also the safety of their operation. In most installation options, it is still necessary to make or select some spacers, washers or bushings in order to align the mounting points of the skid and the car body. But there is no need to weld or cut anything with a grinder.
3. Shape and type of cladding. These are secondary factors that affect the comfort and appearance of the cabin. Most models of seats from foreign cars have a quite presentable appearance, and their installation does not require the use of covers.

By installing or replacing VAZ 2107 seats with analogues from a foreign car, you can simultaneously obtain benefits such as increased comfort, as well as changing the interior design for the better. No matter what model of foreign car the seats in the seven are installed on, they will still look better than the standard ones. Taking into account the factors described above, it is necessary to figure out which car the seats for the seven are suitable for. Preference should be given to the following brands:

• The 1993 Toyota Corolla E100 is an ideal option, since the interior of the LADA 2107 fits not only front seats without any special modifications, but also a rear sofa. In addition, devices from a car of this year of manufacture will not cost exorbitantly, so you can buy them very cheaply at a disassembly site.
• The 1996 Mercedes W210 is another good option. Reviews from car owners who have installed Mercedes seats indicate a number of advantages - no need for modifications, comfort, improved interior design.
• Toyota RAV4 - you also don’t need to make any modifications, you just buy, change and enjoy.
• Ford Scorpio - devices from the Ford brand are distinguished by their presentability. By installing such seats, you can enjoy long trips in a domestic car.
• Audi A80 - can be made without major modifications. The result of the replacement is a high quality of comfort, a large number of controls and settings, as well as a change in the interior of the cabin.
• Mazda 6 - fits perfectly under the standard brackets of the classics.
• Ford Recardo - you can completely install both the front and rear seats on the VAZ 2107.

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You can also install devices from car brands such as Skoda and Fiat. However, there are some features that need to be taken into account - this is a shift in the center of gravity. Having installed such chairs, you will need minor processing in the form of making a couple of holes, performing additional fastening. This will increase the stability and reliability of structures.

If desired, you can put seats in the seven from almost any modern car. And now their choice is huge. Such chairs can have all kinds of electrical adjustments, separate heating of the back and cushion, leather chairs can have ventilation, as well as a massage option.

There are a sufficient number of options without modifications, and which one is better to choose - it all depends on the finances, availability and desire of the car enthusiast. If you choose devices from Volkswagen, Nissan and Peugeot cars, then you cannot do without modifications. If you are sure that these brands have the best chairs, then if you wish, you can insert them into 2107, but you will have to modify the fastenings.

Spacers for the slide to level the tilt of the pillow

Which is better to choose?

Let's now look at which of the listed seats is best suited for your car. It should be borne in mind that a lot depends on the availability of a particular seat option. It is not always possible to find a suitable option in good condition and for the best price. It is important to understand that worn-out seats from a foreign car will have worse characteristics than “Zhiguli” ones; take this into account when choosing.

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If you have a junkyard nearby where old German cars constantly appear, then you are very lucky. Surely you can find seats from the Mercedes W210. They are not very popular among drivers of modern foreign cars, but for the VAZ 2107 are ideal. Moreover, at showdowns they usually don’t ask for much for them. At the same time, buying such seats secondhand can cost a significant amount.

If you live in Siberia or the Far East, then you better look for Toyota Corolla seats. Usually in the eastern regions there are no problems with searching, which cannot be said about the European part of Russia. In any case, if you can find such seats, purchase them. Not only do they fit perfectly, but they also look really good in the salon.

The remaining options listed in the previous part of the article make sense to use only if there are no more suitable options. As a rule, their installation requires additional modification of the fasteners.

PS They forgot to mention that they are also suitable for Mazda 6. There is an option to look for them at a disassembly site, chances are high that they will be there.

Which seat is suitable for VAZ 2107? So many options

If you decide to modify a domestic “classic”, then you should figure out which seat is suitable for the VAZ 2107. It should be noted that the original seats do not have a high level of comfort. Therefore, VAZ drivers often prefer to install seats from other models. This allows you to make the car interior more comfortable and convenient. In practice, there are many options that are perfect for your car and also require virtually no modifications. You just need to choose the option that suits you best. There are also a number of models from which chairs can be installed with minimal modifications.

Which seat is suitable for VAZ 2107? In fact, the answer to this question is quite simple. There are quite a large number of options. A lot here depends on the capabilities of a particular driver. Not all of the acceptable seats can be quickly found in good condition. Also, some of them can cost quite a lot, this factor is also worth taking into account.

Replacing seats

You can make the interior more comfortable by installing seats from another car model or special seats for auto tuning on the VAZ 2107. The latter are produced in various modifications, which allows you to choose a seat that suits the car owner.

You can install any car seats from foreign cars that are suitable in size in the VAZ interior. It should be noted that such a replacement requires welding to change the fastening design. During welding, it is necessary to protect the casing from sparks. If you don’t have a welding machine at your disposal, you will either have to be content with the available selection of car seats, or contact a specialist.

Installing a new seat

Let’s look at some of the nuances of installing foreign-made seats in “classics”. True, we will analyze only the most common problems. After all, each chair has its own requirements for installation and it will not be possible to describe all the options step by step in one article. Drivers usually face the following difficulties:

1. A common problem is the misalignment of the mounting slides. In this case, you will need to install the skids from the “original” car. To do this, you will need to drill additional holes for fastening in the bottom. Do not forget to carry out anti-corrosion treatment;
2. The simplest drawback is that the driver's seating position is too low. As a result, you cannot fully control the traffic situation. To avoid this problem, it is recommended to weld cross members into the bottom and install the seat slides on them;
3. Also, some drivers want to install an electric seat drive on the VAZ 2107. This approach allows them to be adjusted without effort. The process of installing an electric motor is not complicated. But, be sure to connect through a fuse. Moisture often accumulates on the floor of the car, which can lead to a short circuit.

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