Cars 2024, December

GAZ-3115: history of creation

GAZ-3115: history of creation

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In the early 2000s, the Gorky Automobile Plant was actively working on the creation of promising passenger models that could take a place on the assembly line and maintain the competitiveness of the plant. An additional incentive for development was the bankruptcy of the Moskvich plant, which allowed GAZ to expand the sales market for its products. As part of this project, a car of the GAZ-3115 Volga model appeared

Trailer MMZ-81021: characteristics and operation manual

Trailer MMZ-81021: characteristics and operation manual

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One of the first serial products designed specifically for the products of the VAZ plant was the MMZ-81021 trailer. The release started in 1972 and was carried out at the production facilities of the machine-building plant in Mytishchi

TagAZ "Accent", basic equipment

TagAZ "Accent", basic equipment

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The first Hyundai cars left the assembly line of the new plant in Taganrog in mid-autumn 2001. The first model of the plant was the Akcent TagAZ, which was assembled from large units supplied by the Korean side. The company operated until 2012, after which it was declared bankrupt

Specifications VAZ-2105, engine options

Specifications VAZ-2105, engine options

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The VAZ-2105 car began to be produced in 1979. During production, various engines with carburetor and injection fuel supply systems were installed on it

ZAZ-970 car: history, photos, specifications

ZAZ-970 car: history, photos, specifications

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The development of a small-capacity truck based on existing and promising models began in Zaporozhye already in 1961. The ZAZ-966 car, which was being prepared for production, was chosen as a platform for the car. After some time, a promising truck with a tonnage of 0.35 tons was given the factory index ZAZ-970

Engine VAZ 21213: specifications

Engine VAZ 21213: specifications

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One of the most famous cars of the VAZ plant is the Niva SUV. The car began to be produced in 1976 and, having gone through a series of upgrades, continues to remain on the assembly line under the designation 4x4 or 4x4 "Urban"

ZMZ-505: basic data

ZMZ-505: basic data

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ZMZ plant produced forced versions of serial V-shaped eight-cylinder engines for equipping special-purpose GAZ vehicles

Engine 2106 VAZ: specifications, tuning and photos

Engine 2106 VAZ: specifications, tuning and photos

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The Model 2106 engine began production in 1976 and has been installed in many vehicles. The production of engines based on this block continues to this day. Due to its prevalence, the motor is becoming a popular object for tuning and improvements

GAZ-3409 "Beaver" snow and swamp vehicle: description, specifications and reviews

GAZ-3409 "Beaver" snow and swamp vehicle: description, specifications and reviews

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Many regions of Russia are not equipped with roads accessible for ordinary wheeled vehicles. The situation is often not corrected by various off-road vehicles. To deliver people and goods to such places, a special class of all-terrain vehicles with caterpillar propulsion has been created. It is to such machines that the GAZ-3409 "Beaver" belongs

Replacing the timing belt "Renault Megane 2" (Renault Megane II)

Replacing the timing belt "Renault Megane 2" (Renault Megane II)

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The second generation Renault Megane was produced with various engines with a displacement of 1.5 to 2.0 liters. Cars were quite popular in Russia and are now quite widely represented in the secondary market. After buying a car, many owners are faced with the question: how and when to replace the belt drive on their Renault Megane 2

Mitsubishi Delica - a minivan with decent performance

Mitsubishi Delica - a minivan with decent performance

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Mitsubishi Delica is a nine-seater minivan produced by the Japanese automobile concern Mitsubishi Motors. The first Delica rolled off the assembly line in 1968, and since then five generations of this popular brand have been replaced. Initially, the car was assembled on the basis of a pickup truck and was intended for service transportation

J20A engine: characteristics, resource, repair, reviews. Suzuki Grand Vitara

J20A engine: characteristics, resource, repair, reviews. Suzuki Grand Vitara

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A fairly common crossover "Suzuki Vitara" and "Grand Vitara" began to be produced since the end of 1996. The most common was the two-liter J20A engine. The design of the engine is quite simple and allows you to perform many repairs yourself

Engine 4D56: specifications, photos and reviews

Engine 4D56: specifications, photos and reviews

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For the first time they started talking about in-line engines in 1860, when Etienne Lenoir designed his first unit. The idea was picked up by the auto industry instantly. The tasks of engineers of any era were to create a reliable model, and now the 4d56 engine pleases owners of passenger vehicles with its functionality. Excellent technical characteristics made it possible to use it on almost 10 models

Parktronic with rear view camera

Parktronic with rear view camera

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The presence of electronic assistants in the car today will not surprise anyone. Security systems, automatic regulators, sensors and transducers - these and other benefits of the automotive world have not been the privilege of luxury models for a long time and are actively included even in the basic configurations of the middle class

Engine 405 ("Gazelle"): specifications

Engine 405 ("Gazelle"): specifications

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The 405 engine belongs to the ZMZ family, which is produced by Zavolzhsky Motor Plant JSC. These engines have become gasoline legends of the domestic auto industry, since they were installed not only on the GAZ car, but also on some Fiat models, and this is already an indicator that they were recognized by world-famous automotive manufacturers

UAZ "Patriot" car (diesel, 51432 ZMZ): review, specifications, description and reviews

UAZ "Patriot" car (diesel, 51432 ZMZ): review, specifications, description and reviews

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"Patriot" is a medium-sized SUV that has been mass-produced at the UAZ plant since 2005. At that time, the model was quite crude, and therefore every year it was constantly refined. To date, many modifications of this SUV have appeared, including the Patriot (diesel, ZMZ-51432). Remarkably, the first diesel engines were installed with Iveco

Ford Transit Custom: description, specifications and reviews

Ford Transit Custom: description, specifications and reviews

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Front-wheel drive vans are popular among a certain category of people. These are very comfortable and functional machines. Especially those that are produced by a trusted automaker. For example, the Ford concern. This company has a very wide range of vans. But with special attention I would like to note the Ford Transit Custom

How to adjust the clutch on VAZ cars of various models

How to adjust the clutch on VAZ cars of various models

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Every driver should know how to adjust the clutch on their car. This procedure must be carried out when the disc and clutch basket are changed, as well as when these elements are excessively worn. The movement of the car along the highway occurs almost always at a constant speed, gear shifting is very rarely carried out

Cross box gearbox and how to replace it correctly

Cross box gearbox and how to replace it correctly

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Cross box gearbox - an important element of the car. Without it, the full operation of the vehicle is not possible. But what if it fails?

"TagAZ C10": specifications, photos and reviews of owners

"TagAZ C10": specifications, photos and reviews of owners

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"TagAZ C10" is an interesting, budgetary and quite functional Russian-made car. Production of this compact sedan began in 2011. Its prototype is the Chinese model JAC A138 Tojoy. The Taganrog plant is engaged in the production of the “twin” for a reason, because in 1998 TagAZ became a partner of the Jianghuai Automobile concern. It was this company that developed the JAC A138 Tojoy sedan in 2008. It became the basis for the Russian model C10, which I would like to talk about now

"Volga 31105" and its tuning

"Volga 31105" and its tuning

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The passenger car "Volga 31105" is one of the few car brands that can be successfully tuned. From the very first days, this model has attracted the attention of many tuning enthusiasts. And you can transform the car "Volga 31105" beyond recognition. Moreover, the automaker left a minimum of unnecessary details, so, as they say, “there is room to turn around”

Brake fluid is gone: causes, methods for solving the problem and advice from car owners

Brake fluid is gone: causes, methods for solving the problem and advice from car owners

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He althy brakes are the key to safety on the road. The problem of reducing the level of brake fluid confronts every car owner. If the situation repeats many times, then it is necessary to examine the entire brake system for leaks

"Chrysler Sebring" - a powerful and reliable "American"

"Chrysler Sebring" - a powerful and reliable "American"

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"Chrysler Sebring" is considered to be the most comfortable sedan of the American concern. This model was produced in three body styles: coupe, sedan and convertible. Its release began in 2000, a restyled version was released in 2003, and production ended in 2006. This car perfectly combines excellent technical characteristics, stylish design and a high level of comfort, and will satisfy even the most demanding car enthusiast

How reliable is a dual-mass flywheel?

How reliable is a dual-mass flywheel?

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On some vehicles, the torsional vibration damper, which was previously located on the clutch disc, has moved to the flywheel. Such a device is called a "dual-mass flywheel". Like any unit, it has both advantages and disadvantages

Retractor relay. Details about him

Retractor relay. Details about him

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Probably, every motorist has encountered the problem of a malfunction of the starter and retractor relay, when at the most necessary moment the car simply refuses to start. And if everything is in order with the electrical circuit, the battery is charged, there is only one thing left - to look for a breakdown in the starter and in its peripheral devices. One of them is the retractor relay, which we will talk about today

How is the clutch master cylinder?

How is the clutch master cylinder?

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The clutch system performs the function of short-term disconnection of the internal combustion engine from the gearbox. As a result, the transmission of torque from the power unit to the drive shaft of the transmission stops. This system includes many components. One of them is the clutch master cylinder, which we'll talk about today

Pedals are a useful device

Pedals are a useful device

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Pedal pads combine several properties at once: they are functional (provide reliable grip of the sole with the pedal surface), beautiful and prestigious. Different in style, color, texture - these devices can be selected for a specific type of interior design

How to make a hydraulic handbrake with your own hands on a VAZ?

How to make a hydraulic handbrake with your own hands on a VAZ?

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You can make a hydraulic handbrake for tuning yourself. VAZ of any model is equipped with a hydraulic brake system, but the parking cable design. This impairs performance, since the cable tends to stretch, so the effectiveness of the handbrake is reduced. And the drum brakes themselves are not very reliable

Replacing the crankshaft pulley: instructions, tools, workflow

Replacing the crankshaft pulley: instructions, tools, workflow

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Internal combustion engines are equipped with additional equipment - these are generators, air conditioning compressors, a pump for the cooling system. All these devices receive torque from the crankshaft through a pulley. The latter eventually becomes unusable due to natural wear and tear. As a result, the car needs to replace the crankshaft pulley. Let's see how to perform this operation

How often to change the engine air filter: rules and recommendations

How often to change the engine air filter: rules and recommendations

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Car maintenance, which is required to be carried out periodically, can significantly extend its life. How often to change the engine air filter, every car owner should know

Traffic controller: rules, signals, explanations with examples

Traffic controller: rules, signals, explanations with examples

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There are situations when the intervention of the traffic controller is necessary at the intersections. He begins his work with a raised right hand and a whistle. Sound accompaniment is necessary to draw the attention of drivers to the fact that now the intersection is regulated by a person, and not by traffic lights, and even more so, priority signs

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is still an SUV and modestly priced again

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is still an SUV and modestly priced again

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As an off-road car Suzuki Grand Vitara began to be called a crossover. Specifications, features and cost Suzuki Grand Vitara 2013 release

New Suzuki models: description and specifications

New Suzuki models: description and specifications

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Baleno, SX4, Vitara S, Alivio - these are the names under which the new Suzuki models are known, which were presented to the attention of motorists in the current 2016. The Japanese concern at all times produced high-quality, safe, reliable and stylish cars. And these models are no exception. Therefore, it is worth briefly describing each of them

Active subwoofer: description

Active subwoofer: description

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An active subwoofer consists of an amplifier fixed outside or inside the box, and a woofer located in it. An active car subwoofer is a ready-made device, all installation tasks come down to laying cables and connecting. This option is suitable for listening compositions that are undemanding to full fidelity. At the same time, it has an important advantage: an active subwoofer, as a rule, has a small size

Too rich mixture: causes and solutions from professionals

Too rich mixture: causes and solutions from professionals

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The car's engine is one of its most basic systems. If there are any malfunctions here, you can expect high repair costs in the future. If a rich fuel mixture is detected, action must be taken. This will avoid costly repairs

Formula 1 car - perfect car

Formula 1 car - perfect car

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Royal racing, which is popularly known as Formula-1, does not leave millions of people indifferent all over the planet. Someone is directly captured by the course of the competitions themselves, and someone is simply delighted with the participating cars, each of which is called “Formula 1 car”

Tire speed index: deciphering what it means and what it affects

Tire speed index: deciphering what it means and what it affects

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When choosing new tires, many drivers do not think about their labeling or pay attention only to the size. However, the tire speed and load index is just as important as diameter or width. You can read more about what the speed index on tires means, and how to choose the right new tires

Overview of ways to lower a car

Overview of ways to lower a car

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This article is a review article. It discusses the general ways how to underestimate the car. It is not possible to technically explain in a few words and give specific advice on vehicle modifications

Topical question: where can I wash my own car?

Topical question: where can I wash my own car?

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To comply with the law on the cleanliness of the car on city roads in the climatic conditions of the post-Soviet space, the car has to be washed often. That is why the question of where you can wash your car yourself is so acute. Options here

All about the mandatory set of motorists

All about the mandatory set of motorists

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A variety of situations happen along the way, and often, putting this or that tool in the trunk, you can easily cope with some minor breakdown that prevents you from continuing to move normally and safely. The traffic rules have a whole list of items that every motorist must have. And today we will look at what a motorist’s emergency kit should include, and what other tools you should carry with you in the car in order to avoid trouble