The gearbox is an essential element of any vehicle. It is she who to obtain the most efficient engine operation and the desired travel speed under various road conditions. In this article, we will learn how to replace a gearbox with a VAZ 2106. Similarly, we will consider in what cases it is replaced and how it is removed.
Why change the gearbox
There are quite a few reasons for replacing a gearbox on a car, but usually they are a weighty argument when repairing a car's power plant. First of all, the gearbox is replaced in the event of serious malfunctions that are associated with a widespread disruption of its performance.
Another reason for replacing the gearbox is to improve its performance. All fans of "Zhiguli" know that the VAZ 2106 was produced in several modifications, which were completed with 4 and 5-speed gearboxes. Those drivers who got the "six" with a 4-speed gearbox have already clearly noticed its significant shortcomings when driving on the highway, so they change this element to a more perfect analogue - a 5-speed transmission.
One way or another, the procedure for replacing a gearbox is the same, regardless of the reason for the replacement. Below you will find detailed instructions for replacing the gearbox.
How to remove a gearbox on a VAZ 2106?
To get started, place the car in the inspection pit, engage in neutral and place wheel chocks under the wheels. Don't forget to take care of the lighting, you will need it. It is recommended to use a portable lighting lamp for this. Also prepare a standard set of tools.
Before removing the gearbox, it is necessary to dismantle everything that interferes with its removal. To do this, disconnect the negative terminal of the battery and pull out the reversing light switch on the gearbox.
Do not forget . This has nothing to do with the work, but will greatly lighten the weight of the box. And this will come in handy when removing.
The next in line is the gear lever. It is located in the passenger compartment. To remove it, you need to remove the decorative trim, unscrew the four self-tapping screws for fastening a special metal plate, pull out the protective cover and unclench the special fastening clips. After that, the lever is removed from there and removed together with the plate. Next, unscrew the speedometer drive cable and hang it so that it does not interfere.
After that, out of the clutch drive. To do this, unscrew the tube from the fitting, and put an empty bottle. Unscrew the clutch fork and disengage it from the gearbox. Next, go down into the pit again and unscrew the front pipe. The fact is that it will interfere with dismantling and then the likelihood of its damage during the work will increase. That is why it is recommended to simply dismantle it.
Last but not least from the gearbox side. Raise one of the rear wheels and place the body on a rigid support such as a tree stump or double brick stack. Using a screwdriver, bend the locking tabs located on the front propeller shaft seal. Use the same screwdriver to push this oil seal back. Then, using a wrench or socket wrench, unscrew the cross member fastening nuts and remove it. Surely, parts of the exhaust system will interfere with you. If it is not possible to remove the cross member, then remove all interfering elements. After that, take it out of the spline connection, which is fastened with an elastic coupling.
Now you need the help of a partner. First of all, unscrew the fastening of the gearbox cross member, then your partner should keep it from falling, while you, at this time, unscrew the bolts securing the gearbox to the engine. Once all the bolts are unscrewed, move the box back and pull its input shaft out of the connection with the crankshaft bearing.
How to install a new gearbox?
As soon as the old one is removed. Clean the junction of the engine with the gearbox. Be sure to check the clutch. If it needs to be replaced, then it is better to do it right now in order to avoid these difficulties in the future.
With the help of a partner, install a new gearbox and run it into the engine. It is worth noting that one of the most difficult procedures is inserting the transmission input shaft into the rear crankshaft bearing, so you will need a lot of physical strength and a little patience. After the box is baited, tighten the nuts securing the gearbox to the engine.
Install the cross member and tighten. The gearbox is now securely locked. At this time, it is already possible to suspend individual elements. These include: speedometer drive, reversing light contacts and clutch drive. After all this "little thing" is installed, you can put the propeller shaft in place. To do this, insert it into the slot of the elastic coupling and put on the locking gland. Next, using a screwdriver and pliers, bend the metal antennae to the gland.
The final step is to install the cross member and tighten it. After that, you can put the exhaust system and connect the battery terminal
