Vehicle Maintenance Chevrolet Niva 1

Engine lubrication system
When the engine is running, engine oil consumption is normal. The amount of oil consumption depends on the driving style of the car and is determined by the...

Engine cooling system
Attention. The coolant level in the expansion tank must be between the marks «MAX» And «MIN», applied on the body of the tank 2, fig. 42, which is made of a...

Brake system
Brake fluid level in reservoir 1, fig. 43, check visually according to the marks made on the body of the tank, made of translucent plastic. With cover 2...

Hydraulic clutch release
With new overlays of the driven disk, the liquid level in the tank of the main cylinder 1, fig. 44, the hydraulic clutch release must be at the lower edge of...

Power steering
To ensure the normal operation of the hydraulic power steering, it is necessary to regularly monitor the level of the working fluid in the power steering...

Accumulator battery
The electrolyte level must be between the marks «MIN» And «MAX», printed on the translucent battery case, fig. 46, and in their absence - along the lower edge...

Washer fluid
In the windshield and headlight washer reservoir, as well as in the tailgate glass washer reservoir, we recommend pouring a mixture of water and special washer...

Spark plug
For a reliable start of the engine, it is necessary to change the spark plugs at the ZAO dealer «GM - AVTOVAZ» with the one specified in «service book»...

Tire care
Check the condition of your tires before every ride. At least once a week, check the tire inflation pressure with a hand-held pressure gauge, see Table 1. If...

Wheel replacement
To change wheels: 1. Brake the vehicle with the parking brake, engage first or reverse gear in the gearbox, make sure the transfer case control lever is not in...

Replacing fuses
Mounting block with fuses 1, fig. 51, and relay 2 is mounted on special brackets to the left of the steering column and is closed from below by cover 3. To...

Body Care
The body is the basic and most expensive element of the car. It is made of modern materials and protected from corrosion by high-quality protective agents. The...

Lamp replacement
Attention. For normal operation of the lighting and signaling system, use the lamps specified in Appendix 2. Before replacing the lamps in the headlamp, remove...

Car storage
In operation, pay great attention to the storage conditions of the car. The optimal storage conditions for a car are: a canopy where the temperature and...

Fuels and lubricants and operating fluids
* Do not mix with Pentosin Hydraulic Fluid. ** Do not mix with Tosol coolant.