An important factor affecting the stability of the car when driving is the size of the tires and wheels. The new car from AvtoVAZ, Lada Vesta, is sold with R 15 wheels as standard. The factory does not offer wheels with a radius of 16 and 17 inches. 18-inch wheels were installed on the Concept Lada Vesta sedan concept. At the moment, the types of rims and tires on the Lada Vesta depend on its modification and, according to the wheel manufacturers, their quality is at a high level.
Difficult wheels for the basic Vesta
As part of the Lada Vesta production project, the manufacturer began a partnership with the Belarusian organization Belshina, which already supplies tires for the basic modification of the Lada Vesta car. The tires have a size of 185/65/R15 and belong to the Art Motion brand. This tire was tested on Spanish roads. It was recognized as one of the best in terms of noise level and many other tested parameters.
The key to its reliability is:
- High level of resistance to aquaplaning, provided by the presence of arc-shaped grooves on the inside of the tire that remove all water.
- Stability and controllability in emergency situations and sharp maneuvers at significant speeds, due to the structure of the outer side of the rubber from large blocks of smooth texture.
- Low noise level when in contact with the road, ensured by the closedness of the outer shoulder.
- High directional stability on roads, including wet ones, due to the presence of circumferential ribs on the rubber in the center of the treadmill.
- Excellent rolling dynamics and high wet grip due to wide central circumferential and transverse grooves.
- Reduced braking distance provided by semi-open sipes in the middle ribs of the tire.
- An important factor that made tires of this brand popular among motorists was the reasonable balance of price and quality.
Removing and installing the rear wheel hub bearing Lada Vesta
Place the car on a lift and turn off the ignition.
Remove the rear wheel.
Remove the cap 2, Figure 1, rear wheel hubs.
Checking the axial clearance of the wheel bearing
The axial play in the rear wheel hub bearing should not exceed the permissible value of 0.03 mm. If the axial clearance exceeds the permissible value, the bearing must be replaced.
We install an indicator on the brake drum, rest the indicator leg against the end of the hub axis and check the axial clearance of the rear wheel hub bearing by applying an alternating load to the drum along the hub axis. If the axial play in the bearing exceeds the permissible value of 0.03 mm, the bearing must be replaced.
Using a 30mm socket, unscrew nut 2, Figure 2, securing the hub and remove brake drum 1.
Using a three-lever puller, we press magnetic ring 1 from brake drum 2, Figure 3.
Remove the locking ring 4.
We install brake drum 2, Figure 4, on the press table, install mandrel 1 on the bearing and press out bearing 3 of the rear wheel hub from the brake drum.
Installation
Clean, rinse and blow out the steering knuckle and hub with compressed air. Clean the grooves for the retaining rings.
Place brake drum 3, Figure 5, on the press table on a technological stand under the surface indicated in the figure. Install hub bearing 2 into the brake drum, install mandrel 1 onto the bearing and press the bearing until it stops. Apply the pressing force to the outer ring of the bearing.
Secure the bearing in the brake drum with retaining ring 4, Figure 3.
Place brake drum 3, Figure 6, on the press table with emphasis on the surface indicated in the figure. Install magnetic ring 2 on the brake drum, install mandrel 1 on the ring and press the magnetic ring until it stops.
The hub nuts must be replaced; reuse of the nuts is not permitted.
Install the brake drum onto the rear wheel hub axle and tighten the new fastening nut. The tightening torque of the nut is 158 - 192 Nm (15.8 - 19.2 kgf.m).
Press cap 2, Figure 1, of the rear wheel hub into the brake drum.
Check the operation and, if necessary, adjust the parking brake drive.
Install the rear wheel.
Press the brake pedal 2 - 3 times, check and, if necessary, bring the brake fluid level in the brake hydraulic reservoir to normal.
Check the effectiveness of the service brake system.
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Innovative wheels for an expensive car
"Lada Vesta" in luxury assembly is sold with German-made tires from, which has the fourth position in the list of global suppliers of tires for cars.
This Lada Vesta assembly has a wheel size of 195/55/R16. And the model range of installed 16-inch tires is called “Eco Contact” and is characterized by low rolling resistance, low noise, excellent braking, and environmentally friendly manufacturing materials. The tires ensure the Lada Vesta's obedience, directional stability and excellent traction. This is achieved by using an asymmetric tread pattern.
These 16-inch wheels can also be installed on the basic Lada Vesta, but for a hefty surcharge.
Wheel parameters for Lada Vesta
Purchasing new tires and wheels for the domestic Lada Vesta model is a responsible undertaking, since the car’s handling will largely depend on them. Consequently, only products with the characteristics recommended by AvtoVAZ can be installed on Vesta. That is why, when replacing, it is necessary not only to rely on the table in the manual, but also to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Table of acceptable tire sizes, wheels, and tire pressures for the Lada Vesta:
| Enkei. | A world-famous company from the Land of the Rising Sun. Production is established both in Japan and in Europe and Asian countries. Toyota, Mitsubishi and Nissan use rollers of this brand on the assembly line. If you buy from an official dealer, you can purchase reliable ones, varied in design and of any size. Many car enthusiasts note that the original sometimes does not require additional balancing. | Unfortunately, Chinese copies are more common in Russia and the CIS countries. |
| Replica. | An inexpensive and accessible option for high-quality copies of various branded discs. The advantages include multi-level testing in production, a wide range, reliability and durability. | Their main drawback is that it is still not original. But the price is correspondingly significantly lower. |
| SCAD. | A Russian brand engaged in the production of inexpensive and high-quality cast and stamped wheels that meet international standards. The design is dominated by rigor and classics. Well balanced and durable from the factory. | The downside is the heaviness and soft metal. |
| K&K. | Russian-German production, the products are certified and are branded for the AvtoVAZ and GAZ plants. Wheels of this particular brand are installed on Vesta on an assembly line. A unique painting technology is used. The products are famous for their long warranty on paint and “lifetime” warranty on metal, as well as a huge number of models of different designs. | Among the disadvantages, the softness of the material of light alloy products is noted. |
| Alutec. | The disks of the German company are characterized as the most durable, which is confirmed by numerous tests and inspections by independent organizations. There are both expensive and inexpensive models, with different colors and designs. These are very light and reliable rollers. | Their main drawback is their high cost. |
| Tire sizes with load capacity and speed indices | Disc size | Air pressure in tires front/rear, MPa (kgf/cm3) | ||
| rim width (inches) | rim offset (ET).mm | partial load | full load | |
| Installed by the manufacturer | ||||
5J, 5 1/2 J, 6J, 5 1/2 J, 6J
Number of holes - 4; The diameter of the centers of the mounting holes on the wheel rim is 100mm. * Speed indices – T (up to 190 km/h) and P (up to 210 km/h). Load capacity indices – from 88 to 560 kg and from 91 to 615 kg.
** ET (rim offset) is the distance measured from the disk plane (fitting) to the middle of the rim.
*** Partial load - indicates the presence of three adults in the cabin, but without cargo in the luggage compartment.
**** Full load – means the presence of more than three adults in the car, or three adults and luggage in the luggage compartment weighing 50 or more.
For the Lada Vesta, AvtoVAZ allows the installation of winter tires of types M and S with the previously indicated dimensions, a speed limiter of up to 160 km/h, as well as the Q index.
Domestic wheels
The Russian company K&K, which is the leading manufacturer of light alloy wheels using injection molding in our country, was chosen as the supplier of alloy wheels for the Lada Vesta. It has more than twenty years of experience in this industry and high-tech equipment, and most importantly, it provides a guarantee on the metal and construction of the wheels for the entire period of operation.
Alloy wheels are part of the luxury assembly of the Lada Vesta, but can also be installed on the basic version for an additional fee.
AvtoVAZ offers two types of alloy wheels for Lada Vesta:
- K&K ANNA_15 6X15 4X100 DIA 60 ET 50;
- K&K PTALOMEY_16 6X16 4X100 DIA 60 ET 50.
As can be seen from the descriptions of the available wheels, the wheel bolt pattern on the Lada Vesta is 4x100.
Installation
In order to cover the steering wheel of an X Ray or Vesta with leather braiding, no special knowledge or experience is required. The main thing is diligence and patience, since, despite the fact that the braid is pre-stitched and you only need to sheathe the steering wheel with it, you will have to set aside several hours for this.
Naturally, it is much more convenient to work when the steering wheel is removed, although some prefer to stretch the braid over the Vesta steering wheel right in the car. However, both experts and owners still recommend dismantling the steering wheel.
Removal
Removing the steering wheel of a Lada Vesta or X-Ray is not too difficult, especially considering that everything is done according to the same algorithm. First you need to remove the terminal from the battery. In addition, you should wait a little (at least a couple of minutes) for the activator capacitor to discharge.
List of required tools:
— 2 thin rods or screwdrivers;
- ratchet;
— Torx 50 bit;
- extension cord;
— 2-lever puller.
First you need to remove the airbag to gain access to the steering wheel mount itself. To do this, you need to arm yourself with a pair of thin rods or nails, about 5 mm in diameter.
There are recesses on the sides of the steering wheel, where you need to insert both rods, and then press on them at the same time. This will tighten the spring clips, and the pillow itself will rise slightly. Here you will need help, since the airbag module will need to be removed and the plugs disconnected.
When the module is removed, you will have access to the bolt (marked 3) that secures the steering wheel. To unscrew it, you will need a ratchet, an extension and a Torx 50 bit. The car wheels must be placed straight, and then unscrew the bolt in the center of the hub. Next, you need to pull the steering wheel towards you and remove it, while simultaneously pushing the connectors for the airbag and horn wires into the hole in the center. In addition, if your car is equipped with a multi-steering wheel, you will need to disconnect the corresponding block.
Next, all that remains is to remove the fuse (transportation) from the steering pocket, marked with the number 5, and then insert it into the rotating mechanism.
This completes the procedure for removing the Lada Vesta steering wheel. All that remains is to first remove the plastic insert from it. This is not easy to do, since it is held on by 8 clips that are inserted into the rubber base.
The removal process is clearly shown in the video.
Padding
Self-upholstery of the steering wheel of a Lada Vesta and X-Ray into leather is quite possible. Everything is described in detail in the re-upholstery instructions. However, many note that it is better to turn to a professional. The most difficult thing about reupholstering a Lada X-Ray steering wheel yourself with leather is the stitches and the formation of grooves “to match the factory ones.”
However, you can choose different stitch options whichever you like best. The main thing is to do everything measuredly and exactly according to the instructions. Then the result will definitely please you.
The process is clearly demonstrated in the video. In it, the master, using the example of a Toyota, shows the entire process of re-upholstering the steering wheel, including dismantling, making patterns, preparing the braid and steering wheel, as well as installation
Since the steering wheel braid for the Lada Vesta and X-Ray is already ready, you need to pay special attention to the re-upholstery process, which begins at 14:45
Installation
Installing the Vesta steering wheel is carried out in the reverse order, but there are several nuances.
The steering wheel fastening bolt removed during dismantling cannot be used. You need to buy a new bolt, and its tightening torque must be in the range of 38-50 Nm, which is equivalent to 3.8-5.0 kg/s.
In the case where there is no transport safety lock, it is necessary to inspect the position in which the contact disk of the (rotating) steering column switch unit is located. If it is not level, it needs to be placed in the middle position
It is important to align the splines on the shaft and hub of the steering wheel, and also to align the ebbs on the steering wheel with the grooves.
Sources
- https://avtozapchasti-vaz-saratov.ru/kak-snyat-rul-lada-vesta-ili-lada-xray.html
- https://vesta-lada.com/kak-legko-i-prosto-snyat-rul-s-lada-xray-i-lada-vesta/
- https://club-vesta.ru/oborudovanie/samostoyatelnaya-peretyazhka-rulya-lada-vesta-i-iks-rej-kozhej
Alternative wheels
If you want to replace the wheels offered by Lada, then you should familiarize yourself with the list of suitable tire sizes:
- Tire sizes from the manufacturer: 185/65 R15 and 195/55 R16.
- Recommendations for R15 wheels: 175/70 R15 and 205/60 R15.
- Recommendations for R16 wheels: 185/60 R16.
Wheels of size R17 should be chosen for the Lada Vesta for tires: 175/55 R17 and 195/50 R17.
R18 wheels were presented on the Concept Lada Vesta sedan version with 235/45 tires. You should pay attention to the total diameter of this wheel - 668.7 mm. It is noticeably larger than the factory values, so perhaps you should not look closely at wheels larger than R17.
Factory wheels installed on the Lada Vesta have high performance qualities and will suit most car buyers. Inevitably, Russian car enthusiasts will be faced with the problem of choosing winter tires for the Lada Vesta; here it is worth taking a closer look at narrow tires, since wide tires in winter are very sensitive to snow tracks, and low-profile tires transfer all minor road irregularities to the body, which will make driving a Lada car very uncomfortable.
Stamped discs
Stamped wheels
The simplest and cheapest option is stamped steel wheels for the Lada Vesta. They are made by stamping with a mold. External differences in parts depend on the characteristics of the stamp; in accordance with its shape, the product takes on its final appearance. The main advantage of stamping is strength and resistance to external influences: abrasions, impacts, scratches.
R15 steel wheels are provided by the manufacturer when purchasing a car as standard. Recommended tire sizes are 175/70 R15. You can purchase stampings in many service centers and stores by pre-ordering them on the store’s website, where photographs and prices are presented. The retail price in Moscow starts at 1,300 rubles per piece and can reach 2,500 rubles.
Important!
When purchasing disks, you should first check whether fasteners are included in the purchase price. Sometimes fasteners need to be purchased separately.
Advantages of a larger diameter
As for the positive aspects when installing enlarged disks, these include:
- Increasing stability when driving a machine;
- Increased dynamics;
- Improving the appearance of the car, the efficiency of systems such as ABS and ESP;
- Increased suspension service life;
- Reducing braking distance.
When purchasing wheels for a Lada Vesta, you should pay special attention to the bolt pattern, as it is fundamentally different from the one used in AvtoVAZ models released earlier. Thus, the wheels on the new line of cars are secured with four bolts, the sizes of which correspond to the sizes of the bolts manufactured for Korean-made cars. This is a plus, as it significantly expands the possibilities when choosing wheels for the Lada Vesta. As for the mounting holes, their diameter is 100 mm.
In conclusion, it should be noted that the manufacturers of the Lada Vesta have created a completely modern and high-quality car, on which good quality alloy wheels are installed. Therefore, if you decide to change the image of your car, you need to take care of an equally worthy option.
