How to remove and which steering wheel can be put on a VAZ 2107

The steering of a car is one of the important mechanisms of any vehicle. It includes several nodes that are responsible for the movement of the car in the direction specified by the driver. An integral part of the steering mechanism is the steering wheel. Its presence allows you to control the front axle and control the wheels.

Steering wheel VAZ 2107

The steering wheel is connected to the steering gear through the intermediate shaft. The entire steering structure is designed to transfer the rotational force of the steering wheel shaft into a similar rotational force of the bipod shaft. When turning the steering gear lever and acting on the steering trapezoid, the front wheels are rotated.

Steering gear VAZ 2107: 1. Side thrust. 2. Bipod. 3. Thrust is average. 4. Pendulum lever. 5. Adjusting clutch. 6. Lower ball joint. 7. Right rotary knuckle. 8. Upper ball joint. 9. Right steering knuckle arm. 10. Bracket for pendulum lever. 11. Body spar right. 12. Oil filler plug. 13. Carter of the steering mechanism. 14. Steering shaft. 15. Casing facing the steering shaft. 16. Steering wheel.17. The upper support tube of the steering shaft. 18. Steering shaft bracket. 19. Body spar left. 20. Clamps for adjusting coupling. 21. Left rotary knuckle

The steering wheel of a car is a frame with a hub, rim and spokes. On the VAZ 2107, the steering wheel has 4 spokes, and the rim itself is made of special rubber. The size of the steering wheel on this car is 400 mm. This diameter is quite large by today's standards, but turning the steering wheel is easy. On the steering wheel there is a pressure element that allows you to turn on the sound signal.

The standard VAZ 2107 steering wheel has 4 spokes and a rim diameter of 400 mm

Is it possible to put from another car

The steering wheel on the VAZ 2107 differs from the steering wheel of the same "penny" or "six" in a more attractive appearance and comfortable grip. If for some reason the standard steering wheel does not suit you, there are options for replacing it with a part from other cars:

• Kalina, Priora, VAZ 2115;
• products of Chinese manufacturers;
• steering wheels from the "sport" category of well-known brands such as Sparco, Momo, etc.

The steering wheel from the "Priora" in the cabin of the "seven" looks pretty nice

Steering wheels designed for tuning and sports are universal. They can be installed on different cars using a special adapter that is designed for a specific model.

It is not recommended to install products of unknown Chinese manufacturers on classic Zhiguli with rear-wheel drive. This is explained by the fact that such cars do not have a rack installed, but a steering gearbox with a worm gear. The lack of hydraulic or electric booster leads to the fact that sometimes it is necessary to apply quite a lot of effort to the steering wheel. When installing a low-quality product, there is a chance at some point to remain with the steering wheel in your hands, which will lead to undesirable consequences. Therefore, when choosing a steering wheel, attention should be paid not only to aesthetics, convenience and ergonomics. The steering wheel must also meet safety requirements. You can be sure of the quality of the parts of the Togliatti Automobile Plant and well-known European brands, since all products of these manufacturers are tested.

Sports

The sports steering wheel was initially used only in rallies, that is, for its intended purpose. However, some owners of the "sevens" install such a steering wheel in order to modify their car, to make it different from the standard. Installing a sports steering wheel has the following advantages:

• space is saved due to the smaller size of the product;
• small rudder size improves the ability to maneuver at higher speeds;
• attractive appearance.

Sports steering wheel set as a tuning element

Of the minuses worth noting:

• high probability of buying a low-quality part;
• automatic turning off turn signals will not function;
• the need to purchase a special adapter;
• there is a chance of getting a refusal during the technical inspection.

Not everyone likes the classic VAZ steering wheel because of its size. However, it should be borne in mind that installing a sports steering wheel is not a cheap pleasure.

Adapter for mounting a sports steering wheel

Wood

There are owners of "Zhiguli" and other "classics" who strive to give the salon a special style and comfort. Therefore, instead of a regular steering wheel, they install a wooden product. Such a steering wheel is similar in spokes and size to a sports steering wheel, but the rim itself is made of wood. The detail in the interior of the cabin looks quite attractive.

Installing a wooden steering wheel allows you to give the interior of the car a special style

How to remove the steering wheel VAZ 2107

The need to dismantle the steering wheel can arise for various reasons. It is worth dwelling on when and how to do this in more detail.

When to shoot

The VAZ 2107 steering wheel is a fairly reliable part that does not have to be removed so often. There are practically no parts that can fail. The most common reasons for its dismantling are:

• signal button malfunction. The problem manifests itself in the inability to use the sound signal, which occurs due to a broken contact;
• appearance. As the car is used, the surface of the steering wheel wears out. To hide signs of wear, car owners use braids, but not everyone likes them. Such a product additionally increases the steering wheel in diameter;
• tuning. If the goal is to replace the steering wheel with a more modern and stylish one, then you can’t do without dismantling it;
• repair. Removal of the part may also be necessary when carrying out certain types of work with a torpedo, dashboard or horn contacts.

Removing the steering wheel

To remove the steering wheel on the "seven" you will need the following tools:

• crank;
• head 24;
• flat screwdriver.

The procedure is carried out in the following order:

1. Park the car on a level surface so that the front wheels are level.
2. We remove the negative terminal from the battery.
3. We sit in the driver's seat and pry off the soft insert located in the center on the steering wheel with a screwdriver.
   

   We pry off the decorative insert with a screwdriver
4. We loosen the nut with a knob, but do not unscrew it completely.
   

   We unscrew the steering wheel nut with a knob, but not completely
5. We take the wheel with both hands and pull it towards ourselves. If the steering wheel cannot be pulled off the splines, on the reverse side we tap with our palms and knock the product off the shaft.
   

   We pull the steering wheel off the shaft with a sharp movement
6. Loosen the nut completely and remove the steering wheel.

Video: how to remove the steering wheel on the "seven"

Replacing the steering wheel VAZ 2106-2107 Carefully there are nuances to watch in full

If the steering wheel is dismantled for the purpose of repair and will be installed back, then before removal it is necessary to mark the steering wheel hub and the shaft itself, which will facilitate installation.

To facilitate the installation of the steering wheel in place, it is recommended to mark the hub and shaft before dismantling

Replacing the handlebar cover and slip ring

Sometimes it is necessary to replace the parts of the steering wheel (slip ring, springs or cover), for example, if they are damaged or malfunctioning. For repair, you only need a Phillips screwdriver. The process consists of the following steps:

1. We unscrew the screws securing the cover on the back of the steering wheel.
   

   Turn off the screws securing the steering wheel cover with a Phillips screwdriver
2. To unscrew the two middle screws, remove the plugs.
   

   Middle screws are hidden by plugs
3. We dismantle the cover and remove the wires coming from the contact ring.
   

   Remove the cover, and then the wires from the contact ring
4. We remove the springs, rearranging them on a new cover, if it is being replaced.
   

   If the cover is being replaced, we rearrange the springs to a new part
5. To replace the slip ring, unscrew the fastening screws and remove the part.
   

   We turn off the fastening of the slip ring to replace it
6. We replace the ring or cover and assemble the steering wheel in the reverse order.

Installing the steering wheel

Before reinstalling the steering wheel, it is necessary to lubricate the splines, for example, with Litol-24 grease. Assembly is performed in the following order:

1. We put the steering wheel on the slots, combining the previously applied marks. If a new steering wheel is installed, set it as evenly as possible.
   

   When installing the steering wheel, it is necessary to combine the marks on the shaft and the hub
2. We insert the nut into the head and screw it onto the thread with a wrench.
3. Firmly holding the steering wheel, tighten the nut.
   

   Holding the steering wheel, tighten the nut with a wrench
4. We install the battery terminal in place and try to drive about 50-100 m along the road where there is no other transport. This will ensure that the steering wheel is in the correct position. If it is displaced, then unscrew the nut and rearrange the part, shifting it by 1 tooth in one direction or another.
5. Put the cover in place.

If it is necessary to install a sports steering wheel, then the part is first connected to the adapter with bolts, after which it is mounted on the slots in the same way as described above.

The steering wheel on the VAZ 2107 does not have to be removed very often. However, if such a need arises, it is within the power of each owner of this car to dismantle the part. Removal requires a minimum set of tools, following step-by-step instructions and a little time.