Windshield wiper blades for Lada Kalina 2004-2018: sizes and articles

Wipers Lada Kalina

Wipers for Lada Kalina differ in type, as well as in size and mounting method, depending on the year of manufacture. High-quality windshield wiper blades are the key to safety on the road. They guarantee a good overview.

Only two generations of cars were produced.
Therefore, choosing the optimal solution for a given car in terms of price-quality ratio will not be difficult. Before purchasing, it is important to ensure that the specific model is suitable for installation. When purchasing, you need to consider the overall dimensions of the wipers.
They must match:

Wipers for Lada Granta

Buying windshield wipers for Lada Granta is not difficult. Only two generations have been released since 2011. The body has changed minimally in its dimensions. The windshield is the same one used. Therefore, the length of the brushes has not changed at all. The second generation is distinguished by the presence of a rear brush.

Well-functioning windshield wiper blades on the Lada Granta are the key to safety on the road. Since the view through the windshield provides visibility. It is important to choose wipers that are suitable not only for the type of mounting. But also in its length. Long brushes cause damage to paintwork. Separately, it should be noted: AvtoVAZ has not produced brushes independently for a long time.

Dimensions

The overall dimensions of both generations of cars are identical. It should be noted: AvtoVAZ purchases ready-made brushes from Bosch. After which it carries out installation directly on the conveyor. Uses original packaging for products made in Germany. Therefore, you can safely purchase brushes from other manufacturers.

It will not be possible to find original ones made in Togliatti. The standard size is 410 mm on the passenger side, 600 mm on the driver’s side. The first generation car was released in a sedan body. Wipers are shown only on the windshield. The second generation was released in a liftback body. There is a rear wiper. It is important to note: its length is 300 mm. It is possible to install a longer wiper.

Up to 350 mm. More than this length, the brush will begin to touch body parts. You can figure out which ones are better with the help of a specialist.

Original articles

It is possible to purchase original parts. But this does not make sense: AvtoVAZ packages contain products from other manufacturers. The article number allows you to find the brush on the Bosch website. It is worth noting that the quality of such parts is great. From the assembly line, cars are equipped with frameless models.

Replacement options

It is not difficult to purchase high-quality brushes in the store - analogues. It is only necessary to note: it is worth choosing parts from well-proven brands. All presented modifications can be divided into categories:

• frame;
• frameless;
• hybrid;
• winter.

Frame

They are a classic design. An important advantage is low cost. The downside is the low contact ability at high speed. After 80 km/h the brushes practically stop cleaning. The reason is simple: the air flow lifts the cleaning surface above the glass. Which leads to poor contact. As a result: precipitation and dirt are not removed from the car.

Frameless

They are a good alternative to classic solutions. But it should be noted: they cost a little more. The brush itself is made from a single piece of rubber. This allows the air flow to easily flow around the structure. Therefore, even at a speed of 140-190 km/h, there are no problems with cleaning. But frameless brushes are characterized by low strength.

Hybrid

Hybrid ones do not have the disadvantages of frame and frameless brushes. But they have their advantages:

• good aerodynamics;
• stylish design;
• strength.

Like frameless ones, they are made from a single piece of rubber. But there is a metal structure inside. Making the brush more rigid. This allows you to worry about damage without worrying. These models are distinguished by their durability. Even with intensive use, they will survive 2-3 seasons.

What size are the wipers on the Lada Kalina (front and rear)

Car : Lada Kalina. Asks : Marciani. The essence of the question : the size of the front wipers?

Good afternoon. They began to strip both wipers at once. I will change it. Please tell me the factory dimensions and mounting methods. I heard that many install non-native sizes .
Is there any point in this?

Classification

Before determining which model will be the best among windshield wipers. You should clearly know the properties of each type of windshield wiper:

• frame. Such models are classic and today are already considered obsolete. Car enthusiasts know that they consist of a simple metal body, on which there is a fastening in the form of a hook (sometimes replaceable). There is an elastic band at the bottom of the structure. It is believed that such brushes are not very practical due to their loose fit to the glass, as well as their low aerodynamic properties (they make noise at high speed). In winter, it is better to abandon such a design, since water can freeze in its parts, and it will be difficult to remove ice from the parts without damaging the car glass. Among the advantages, it is worth noting that a considerable part of the brushes today are made in the form of frame windshield wipers;

Frame wiper for car windows

• frameless. This model is most popular today at any time of the year due to its durability, ease of use, and reliability. The principle of manufacturing the product is as follows: the product has a base made of plastic or metal, which is covered with rubber (rubber) and is often equipped with removable fasteners. At the bottom of the structure there is, in fact, a windshield wiper rubber band. The structural features help to successfully operate the product in conditions of low temperatures and constant precipitation. Also, the product will not make noise while driving at high speed. One of the varieties is flat windshield wipers. They are cheaper due to less rubber and are functionally no different from conventional frameless models;

Frameless wiper model for cars

• hybrid. They can often be found on Japanese-made cars as pre-installed ones. This is not surprising, because they are famous for their reliability, durability and wear resistance. The wipers are equipped with a metal body, which is equipped with high-quality rubber. They are suitable for both summer and winter use. This solves the problem of finding quality wipers for each season. In conditions of snow, fog and ice, such products are very easy to clean - you only need a scraper. They don't make any noise even at high speed. The design of the products assumes the presence of a base (classic frame), which is covered with a plastic or metal casing. Thus, greater weight helps to adhere more tightly to the glass. But remember that if your car has a strongly curved windshield, this type of windshield wiper will not work;

Winter wiper for car

Original sizes

Original wipers ( 24″ and 16″ ).

This photo shows the driver's 600 mm wiper.

610 mm and 406 mm long were installed on Kalina and Kalina 2 - regardless of the year of manufacture and configuration.

Unoriginal

It makes sense to install it only when you need to travel, but the store does not have the required size. Then options are possible.

• driver's side - 600 mm 24″ (610 mm factory);
• passenger side - 406 mm 16" factory.

Please note that 24" can be either 600 mm or 610 mm . We have a 600 mm .

What are wipers and when should they be changed?

Windshield wipers are a device in which a metal arm is connected to a rubber wiper surface. The wiper blade is secured to the lever with a special holder with a plastic plug. They come in two varieties: framed and frameless.

Frame brushes have moving parts called rocker arms. They hold the cleaning surface on the windshield. The fundamental disadvantage of such “wipers” is the presence of hinged joints, which are vulnerable to the ingress of snow and ice, which disables the wipers. In addition, the rubber brush often does not adhere tightly to the glass, which makes its work ineffective.

Wiper frame design

Frameless wipers have a spring instead of rocker arms, which presses the blade to the surface of the windshield. Such windshield wipers look more organic in appearance, clean the glass better and do not wear out so quickly. You can recognize them by the characteristic curve of their shape. Windshield wipers of this type are installed on most modern cars and have the following advantages:

• They look much better.
• Can be used on glass of any curvature;
• They do not impair the aerodynamic properties of the body.
• Less sensitive to icing.
• Does not interfere with visibility when folded

Frameless design wiper

At the same time, it is not possible to replace only the rubber part in such “wipers”; you will have to change the whole thing. Often, a frameless windshield wiper needs to be selected for a specific car model based on the length of the blade and the curvature of the windshield.

What size to choose for Lada Granta, Kalina 2 wipers

To ensure high-quality cleaning of the windshield, it is recommended to replace the wipers with new ones every season, however, in practice, drivers do this much less often. But sooner or later everyone is faced with one question: “what is the permissible size of brushes on the Lada Granta/Lada Kalina 2.”

Why did we combine these two cars? The fact is that the second generation Lada Kalina 2 is produced only in hatchback and station wagon body styles, and the Lada Granta is considered a sedan in this line. That is why Lada Kalina 2 and Lada Granta have a lot in common, including the same windshield wiper blades (1118-5205072 and 1118-5205070), windshields (2190-5206012), etc.

The operating manual indicates the standard size of windshield wiper blades for Lada Granta and Kalina 2 :

• driver's (left) - 60 cm.
• passenger - 41 cm.

We decided to find out what is the maximum possible length of the wipers of the Lada Granta/Kalina 2 . Turns out:

• If you install a 61 cm long brush instead of the standard one, it will touch the body, creating a knock. Maximum - 60 cm.
• But the passenger side allows you to install a larger brush, the maximum possible length is 45 cm.

Thus, the maximum size of the wiper blades of these two cars is 600x450 mm. With this length, both blades on top of the windshield will be at the same level. Unlike the standard one, the longer passenger brush will completely clean the glass in the upper part, without touching the body.

Causes of problems and methods for eliminating them

Wiper control mechanism

In case of intermittent operation of the windshield wipers, you need to pay attention to the functionality of the relay and, if necessary, replace it. The relay is located inside the mounting block next to the fuses

If the wipers still do not work, you will need to check the electric wiper drive. First of all, you need to inspect the ground terminal, which is located in the Kalina body structure right next to the rack. It is necessary to dismantle it and thoroughly clean the place where it is attached. After that, install it back and check the operation of the wipers.

If there is no result, you will have to disassemble the electric drive system and check its functionality using a tester. It is necessary to make sure that the electrical wiring is intact and power is supplied to the windshield wipers. The presence of power signals that it is necessary to replace the electric motor responsible for the operation of the wipers.

To do this, you will need to disconnect the terminals from the battery and remove the protective caps from the leads. Unscrew the screws that secure the leashes and set them aside. Then unscrew the bolts that secure the grille insert that is located under the windshield frame. After this, you need to carefully remove the electric motor from the socket by disconnecting the wires. Place a new electric motor in the vacated slot and reassemble the device in reverse order.

If there is no power to the electric drive, you will need to disassemble the steering column and change the wiper controller. To do this, you need to disconnect the terminals on the battery, and then remove the plastic trim on the steering control. Remove the switch block by pressing on the fixing fasteners on both sides, and remove the switch itself. Install the new switch and reassemble the steering trim in reverse order.

The electric drive functions, but the windshield wipers do not work. In this case, you will need to inspect the trapezoid and wiper gearbox. Remove the windshield wipers and unscrew the grille insert under the windshield frame.

Now you need to make sure that the gearbox really works - its axis must rotate. If it works, but the trapezoid does not move, it is necessary to inspect the splined connection of the gearbox to the trapezoid. If the device is not seriously damaged, the nut must be tightened. But if it is worn out, you will need to replace it with a new one.

We choose windshield wiper blades and what size are the wipers on the Lada Kalina?

Windshield wipers are important elements in any car. They, by clearing the windshield of dirt, enable the driver to view the roadway in bad weather. If these elements are faulty in bad weather, then driving such a car will pose a danger not only to the person in the car, but also to all other road users.

In the video, replacing wiper blades with frameless ones.

The wipers stopped working - we find out and eliminate the cause

Poor quality work of any component and element of your car is not just discomfort during the trip, but also a certain irritating factor. Every time you have to deal with the fact that some piece of technology does not work in a decent way and does not offer a high enough quality of functioning. This is especially difficult for idealists, for whom everything should work at the highest level and without problems. One of the most annoying problems is the failure of the wipers. If the windshield wipers stop working, wave randomly, or stop when the control knob is turned off right in the middle of the glass, you should think about possible problems. Here we should highlight several main components that can break. Trapezoid, wiper fuse, intermittent wiper relay, power handle and other elements.

You can find the cause yourself, or also seek help from specialized forums where similar problems are discussed. Often on forums you will find the same symptoms of a problem and you can easily repair your car. If the wipers stop working, you will have to do something quickly. Otherwise, you will have to experience significant difficulties when traveling in rainy or simply wet weather. In winter, the inability to clean the glass from sticking dirt and constantly sticking snow will simply not allow you to drive normally. You will have to stop every two minutes and clean the windshield. Let's look at the most common problems with wipers in modern cars.

Trapezoid - the mechanism for direct operation of the wipers

One of the most complex mechanisms in the wiper system kit is the trapezoid. Today, no car manufacturer has such a reliable wiper drive mechanism to guarantee long-term operation of the device. Banal jamming of brushes or excessive emphasis on the glass, improper activation of the wipers, freezing to the glass in winter - all these reasons can be detrimental to the trapezoid. Among the possibilities for restoring this mechanism, it is worth highlighting only a few possible steps:

• purchasing a new trapezoid is often the best step for domestic cars, in which the wiper mechanism costs about 1000-1500 rubles;
• for foreign cars, purchasing a new trapezoid will cost exorbitant amounts of money, so in this case, repairs should be made and broken parts restored;
• Often the bushings and tips in trapezoids fail, which are often plastic and are terribly resistant to frost, so they can simply be replaced;
• if it is not easy to find a repair kit for a trapezoid for your car, you can try installing bushings and other parts from other cars of a similar class;
• Direct replacement of the trapezoid is necessary if even repair work does not eliminate the problem, or after repair the mechanism begins to tap during operation.

Size of wipers on Lada Kalina

The following are standard for Lada Kalina:

1. Driver's side brush – 60 cm.
2. Passenger side brush – 40 cm.

Editorial Kalina kindly agreed to pose to show the size of the wipers

Alternative brush sizes

Some Kalinovods from our community change the passenger wiper blade to a 43 cm size. We tried it, end to end. But, you can adjust the trapezoid, and it will be better. But we didn't like it!

First tests in rain and snow

As for the performance of these wipers in rain and warm weather, there are no complaints. During intensive work, you can only notice a barely noticeable squeak, which may not even appear even after 15-20 minutes of wiper operation.

Regarding the winter tests, everything is fine here too! The snow is cleaned perfectly, no streaks are left, there are no squeaks or extraneous sounds - in general, no complaints so far. Moreover, after a month I can say that this is so far the most successful option of those that I have already bought for my Kalina, namely:

Each of them had its own nuances, but the summer Bosch ones lasted the longest without any problems. Of course, in the last days of autumn they had already begun to creak quite a bit, but still they were enough for the entire season, from spring to autumn! As for the current brushes from Alca, I hope that the second and subsequent months will be as problem-free as the first. Of course, I will definitely post the results!

Replacing wiper blades (+ video)

The blades are removed and the lock on the end of the windshield wiper is unfastened. Next, the rubber bands that are mounted on the frame are removed. Work must be done carefully. Next, new brushes are installed. If necessary, they are trimmed. You need to use scissors for this. The new rubber bands are tightly attached to the windshield wiper. Here you may need to straighten the fasteners or push the brushes under them. In the first option, you can accidentally damage the terminals, and in the second, you can fiddle with the work for a long time. Here everyone should choose the most convenient method for themselves.

As you can see, replacing and repairing wipers is a fairly simple job. This does not require certain skills and knowledge from the driver. The main thing is to understand the design of this system and know where to look for a fault. You also need to be quite careful when carrying out work. In winter, you need to make sure that the brushes are not frozen and there is no ice on them, as this can lead to damage to the glass.

How to make a replacement

It is important that the wiper size matches that recommended by the manufacturer. Choose the rear wiper especially carefully due to the difference in body shapes.

The replacement itself is carried out in several steps:

1. Move the lever away from the glass and place it in a vertical position, while holding it so that it does not jerk back - this can lead to cracks, so that repairs will be required.
2. Open the holder cap and pull the brush down to remove it.
3. Place the new brush onto the holder. Close the cap and pull the brush up.

It is more difficult to replace rubber bands on frameless wipers yourself:

1. Remove the brushes as described above.
2. To disassemble the structure, remove the clamps, caps and central fastening in sequence. Remove old rubber.
3. Put the replacement tires back in place. The excess needs to be trimmed off, then a cut is made for the cap. Shorten the strip only after careful measurements.
4. All that remains is to assemble the structure in reverse order and put it in place.

Properly selected frameless brushes will serve you for a long time without any problems!

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Problems with the wipers

Therefore, it is recommended to constantly monitor the operation of the wipers and promptly correct various problems. The principle of operation of wipers is simple, and most problems can be resolved independently. The main question here is to know a little about the operating principle of this unit.

In the case when the wipers on the Lada Kalina start to work poorly, you first need to check the mounting block, as well as the integrity of the fuse. As noted, this reason is the most common. Even a beginner can fix it. To replace the fuse, you must remove the cover from the fuse box. It is located under the steering wheel on the left. There is a diagram on this cover that will help you figure out where each fuse is located. It must be found, checked and replaced if necessary.

Intermittent operation

In this case, attention should be paid to the relay.

Appearance of the wiper relay

Wiper relay number K6.

Fuse box diagram

Also, if necessary, replace the relay. It is located next to the fuses in the mounting block. If the relay is working properly, then you need to check the drive. All contacts are inspected for oxidation. If necessary, they are replaced with new ones.

If this does not help, then you will need to check the entire system with a tester. In this case, make sure that voltage is supplied to the terminals.

Replacing the gear switch

The breakdown is not always in the easy and clean part.
Sometimes the problem is the power switch; a device that is not manually controlled, but automatically starts working when reverse gear is engaged. You need to search behind the transmission until you find a couple of cables. If the connection terminal to the vehicle's electrical system is normal, then most likely the problem is inside the switch that controls the gear shift lever. The operation of this switch is quite simple: when reverse gear is installed, the mechanical switch closes and the lamp turns off.

If this spring is damaged or blocked, the mechanical switch will not work and either the tail light will stay on all the time or it will never turn on.

As soon as the driver has changed the switch, you need to make sure that the O-ring is installed correctly and the thread is well tightened. It will also be useful to check the brake fluid level sensor.

The sensor is important for the reverse system. Periodically checking the device and wiring will not only reduce the number of future malfunctions, but also avoid problems while driving.

Champion Winter

• Price - from 430 rubles.
• Length - from 41 to 60 cm

The second number in the ranking is winter wipers produced in the European Union.
Thanks to the sealed waterproof cover placed on the frame, snow does not stick to them. Very soft rubber presses perfectly against the glass and cleans it. Disadvantages: with the arrival of the second season of operation, the cover may begin to let moisture through; sometimes in cold weather you have to “knead” the brushes. At speeds of 120 km per hour or more, they are poorly cleaned, which does not contribute to safe driving. And you shouldn’t leave Champion Winter for the summer, because they stop cleaning well and leave an unsightly “fan” on the glass.

TRICO Ice

• Price - from 590 rubles.
• Length - from 40 to 70 cm

The third position on the list is occupied by brushes made in Mexico. They clean well and silently, requiring a minimum of anti-freeze. A thoughtful move by the manufacturer: TRICO Ice comes with adapters, which allows you to install them on various mounts. They do an excellent job of cleaning glass in both frost and wet snow.

Cons: There are some user complaints that the right brush leaves an uncleaned area. This happens due to its loose contact with the glass. During heavy snowfall, the accumulated snow melts and ice forms, causing the brushes to skip cleaning the glass.