The steering rail is an integral and very important thing in the car, but over time it is capable of wear out and make an unpleasant knock, especially heard when turning and driving around the uneven road. And if this knock is not removed, the rail can simply be jammed, because of which the steering wheel will be stalled in one position, which may entail an emergency. Therefore, it is very important to immediately pay attention to such symptoms and it is possible to fix the problem as soon as possible. About this further in the article.

Steering Rake VAZ 2113-2115, device and principle

The design of the steering rail includes the following components: the sleeve ring - 1; Support sleeve - 2; steering mechanism crankcase - 3; needle bearing - 4; Drive gear - 5; ball bearing - 6; Return ring - 7; Protective washer - 8; O-ring - 9; Bearing nut - 10; lock washer - 11; boot -12; Protective cap - 13; steering rail - 14; stop steering rail - 15; O-ring - 16; Return ring - 17; Nut of the stop - 18; Clamp - 19; Protective case - 20; spacer ring - 21; tip steering thrust (internal) - 22; connecting plate - 23; lock plate - 24; Fastening bolt Steering thrust to the rail - 25; And in - tags.

The steering rail works very simply: rotational movement is transmitted from the steering wheel by means of an elastic clutch with a shaft on the gear that shifts the rail through a toothed connection. And the steering thrust, which are located on the hinge mount, rotate the wheel hubs.

Signs of malfunction of the steering rack VAZ

One of the main symptoms of the steering rack breakdown is the occurrence of a knock in the front axle. At first he is barely noticeable and manifests himself only on uneven roads. But then the knock is strengthened, the return appears in the steering wheel. If you do nothing, the car will become unmanaged after two months of operation. The output will be one - the complete replacement of the node.

Causes of wear and cooken Rule Rake VAZ

The main reason for the knock is the wear of the steering thrust, the hinge or the main tooth. Before making final conclusions, the knock should be analyzed in this node. As for the reasons for the wear of the rail, then their two are objective and subjective. From the first nothing can be done - these are our roads. On their quality even jokes are boring to tell. Shaking on the pits and beatings is the main enemy of the steering rack. This factor is complemented by the inevitable dust, which clogs the mechanism.

The second reason is the behavior of the driver itself. Car enthusiasts that prefer to quickly drive by potholes contribute to the rapid outlet of the steering mechanism. Drivers who move across the tramways either do not slow down the speed before lying police officers also sobed their steering wheel. In addition, you should not leave the car in the parking lot with twisted wheels or maintain from it in the frost with an immentable engine and sharp turns of the steering wheel.

Diagnostics of the steering rack VAZ, why steering the steering rail

To diagnose the steering rail, it is necessary to dismantle it and clamp in the vice. Clauses are removed on a protective cap, a spacer ring, the right support and a paddy. The mechanism is completely disassembled, bearings are issued. All rack components are first wiping with a rag or purify with a brush. Next, the details are washed in kerosene. Then the degree of wear of all elements of the steering rack is estimated. When they are clean, they will be visible even the smallest damage, cracks and jads.

Remkomplekt steering rack VAZ 2113-2115

If you decide to repair the steering rail on your own, you will need to purchase a special Remkomplekt, which includes such components to the basic composition:

• Fluoroplast sleeves.
• Washers.
• Nut.
• Bearings.

Tools, fixtures, consumables

Besides Remkomplekt, you will need the following tools and materials:

1. Keys.
2. Screwdrivers.
3. Lubrication.
4. Bearings.
5. Hexagon on "17".

Disassembling the steering rack VAZ 2114 (step by step)

Order of work:

1. First of all, it is necessary to remove the steering rail.
2. Next, using a hexagon on "17" we unscrew the stop nut.
3. Then remove the stubborn nut, the stopper, stop ring and spring.
   
4. Give the dust shaft of the drive gear, then remove the locking ring.
5. We unscrew the nut that holds the steering gear bearing. She usually goes enough tight.
6. Next, we write the shaft of the drive gear.
7. Take the rack itself from the housing.
8. Remove the support sleeve, lubricate it and insert it with the effort.
9. We change all bearings. Some will be very difficult to get, so they can be destroyed by a chisel, then pull out with forceps.
10. We inspect all the elements on the subject of defects, broken by changing the new out of Remkomplekt, we lubricate all moving parts.

How to assemble the steering rack vaz

Rake is collected in reverse sequence. If you do everything right, the rail will work fine. It remains only to put it in place. For this you need a partner. Without it, you will not make everything quickly and accurately.

Tips Prof.

When the rail will be installed, set the wheels, tighten the nuts and remove the car from the jack. That's all. Good luck.