Body design of the VAZ “Six” and features of its repair

VAZ 2106 body with documents

The body of the VAZ 2106 is often searched for on forums and car portals. There may be several reasons for replacing it, and not all of them are related to old age. Anything can happen: a fire, an accident, and so on. It seems to beginners that replacing a body is very difficult, but this is not so. You just need to strictly adhere to a certain sequence, scheme. And one more thing - we remember that replacement is sometimes associated with a change in the registration certificate, because the body is considered a license plate part of the car.

Specific differences between the VAZ 2106 body

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First, let’s look at the characteristic features of the “six” body:

• The sedan body is 4-door, welded load-bearing structure and all-metal;
• It consists of a central skeleton and attached components, such as the hood, lid, doors, and so on.

Note. The frame of the “six” body is made in a rigid spatial structure. In turn, it consists of several separate components.

VAZ 2106 body with documents

• The doors of the VAZ 2106 also consist of separate elements. These are two sheets of steel connected to each other along the entire border. The card is fixed from inside the doors. Pistons are provided for its fastening.

VAZ 2106 body diagram photo

Note. The locks on the doors of the “six” are rotor type. They are equipped with a blocker.

• The hood is connected to the car frame from the front (hung). Locking is carried out using a cable mechanism. The lid release handle is located in the interior;
• As for the trunk lid, its structure is similar to the hood. It is equipped with torsion bars that are fixed to the lid hinges, thereby facilitating opening and holding the element in the open position;
• The front seats of the “six” can be adjusted individually in terms of inclination and distance from the dashboard.

VAZ 2106 body diagram

Particular attention should be paid to the dimensions of the body. The picture above shows the VAZ 2106 body length and other important parameters.

Possible problems with the body

VAZ 2106 body iron

As a rule, there are certain types of malfunctions that are characteristic of the “six” body. Let's take a closer look at them.

Knowing the weak points of the body will allow you to replace it in parts, updating only the failed elements, thereby keeping the cost of repairs low. As you know, the assembled body of a VAZ 2106 is always more expensive.

So, common body problems are related to doors:

• The lock on them breaks down, the button in it is damaged or it simply cannot be locked with a key. The door itself may not open if there are problems with the outside handle. The door may also not close well.

Note. In all cases above, repairs can be made. If that doesn't help, then the only option is replacement.

Other body problems:

• The hood lock deserves special attention. If it does not open with a handle from the interior or the hood itself does not lock, it will have to be repaired or replaced;
• Another danger for drivers of the “six”: moisture gets into the cabin. This is due to a violation of the tightness of the seals, clogging of the drainage holes or a collapse of the metal frame;
• Water or dirt can also constantly seep into the trunk if the lid is dislodged or deformed. There may also be problems with the seal;
• The body of the “six” can become covered with various stains over the entire surface if careful attention is not paid to proper care.

Note. For example, if you wash it with too hot water, dark spots will appear, but light spots on dark cars will indicate exposure to excessive moisture during long-term storage of your favorite “six” under an impenetrable casing.

Body hardware VAZ 2106

• Finally, the most dangerous thing is the discovery of rust in some parts of the body in areas hidden from view, which is caused, as mentioned above, by many reasons. Washing and applying anticorrosive to these areas will help for a while, but you will still have to replace the body or its individual elements.

Types of body repair

Body repair of VAZ 2106 has the following types:

1. Redecorating. The paintwork and bumpers are restored, scratches, chips and areas of corrosion are eliminated.
2. Treatment of internal cavities. Spars, sills, door and luggage niches are difficult to access for anti-corrosion treatment. To prevent parts from rusting, they are treated with special protective agents.
3. Car underbody treatment. The working surface is covered with special protective mastics.
4. Removing dents. To level the dented area, various impact pads, spoons, hooks, suction cups and reverse hammers are used.
5. Major body repairs. It is carried out in case of violation of the geometry of the vehicle body, excessive damage to the paintwork, or the presence of a large number of dents, chips and scratches. Also, major repairs are necessary when corrosion has spread to more than 50% of the surface area of ​​the vehicle body.

When carrying out restoration work, the specifics of the car body are taken into account.

Full scale replacement

Body with documents VAZ 2106

Such replacement is an important and, in some cases, inevitable process. Over time, any metal frame will be exposed to rust, and today it is almost impossible to avoid getting into an accident over a long period of driving.

It is clear that the list of work required to restore the body of the “six” depends on the degree of defects. After an accident, the most important structural part of the car undergoes changes: the geometry is disrupted, visible and invisible flaws appear, and the coordinates of the installation locations of body elements are shifted.

Advice. Any restoration measures should be carried out so that the body number on the VAZ 2106 remains clearly readable. If it involves correcting minor defects, straightening and other similar activities, the VIN code must remain intact.

Body with documents for VAZ 2106

If the body is badly damaged, then after hard work it will not be easy to return the original shape of the frame elements to their previous state. In some cases, welding special rings helps, but as a result of such operations the VIN code is damaged.

Passport details and number

VAZ 2106 body number

When replacing the body, you must take into account that it is a separate element of the car and is assigned an individual number. It is recommended to pay attention to the following points:

• The identification plate on the body of the “six” contains all the necessary information: the VAZ 2106 body number, the internal combustion engine model and other equally important information are indicated here;
• The identification number can be decrypted. As a rule, the first three characters indicate the car manufacturer code, the next 6 characters indicate the car model, the Latin Y is the model year code, and the numbers following it are the body code;
• You can find IT on the air supply box from the engine compartment (on the right).

Note. On some sixes, the number may be located on the left wheel arch connector in the left front corner of the luggage compartment.

Legal side of the issue

New body for the “six”

Be that as it may, every owner of a “six” can face a complete replacement of the body. And in this case, he should be interested in the proper execution of documents.

The first thing to do is prepare a documentation package:

• Write a statement outlining the essence of the appeal;
• Prepare a paper proving the material rights of the owner;
• Vehicle registration certificate and document confirming the identity of the owner;
• License plate for the car;
• Various certificates from regulatory authorities (customs, etc.);
• Insurance policies;
• Transit numbers (if available).

Note. If changes have been made to the design of the car, then it is necessary to prepare a certificate of their history.

Further, after this entire list of documentation is handed over to the inspector, they will be checked for accuracy, and the car will be inspected on the site. After which, the changes made will be formalized, the information will be entered into the database, and the owner of the car will be issued with the appropriate official papers.

Note. Until 8.10. In 2013, all these actions were considered full rights and any car owner could replace the body. But then new amendments appeared, which were never fully confirmed. Because of this, it is recommended that you obtain local recommendations before undertaking any replacement.

One rule applies strictly: body replacement can only be carried out with exact agreement on the number, which will be clearly visible on the metal surface.

Do-it-yourself front spar replacement

So, if a full body replacement causes such problems, wouldn't it be easier to do a partial repair? Of course, you can replace damaged body parts yourself, using your own garage.

The body of the “six” and any other car is divided into several parts. One of the most vulnerable elements of the body is the spar. Let's find out how to change it without spending a lot of time and effort.

Advice. More often the front spar fails. It is not necessary to completely replace it. It is enough to change only most of it. For example, if a beam is torn from the spar, then by replacing only the front of the element by 10-20 cm behind the studs, we solve the problem.

It will be useful to know the weak points of the front spar:

• The area where it comes into contact with the mounting point of the steering mechanism;
• In the area of ​​contact with the beam;
• In the area of ​​contact with the anti-roll bar.

Algorithm for replacing the spar (if damage is in the area with the beam)

VAZ 2106 body spar

The usual diagnosis for a failed front spar is:

• Used car;
• Driving over uneven surfaces;
• The weak and old spar cannot withstand it, its pins come out, and the beam breaks.

Note. If you continue to drive in this condition, the fender liner, which is rubbed by the wheel, will also suffer.

The following defects are present:

1. Retracted suspension
2. Collapsed beam
3. Presence of a gap in the spar and beam
4. The fender liner is a little worn.

Actions:

• We disassemble the suspension, releasing the beam fastenings.

Note. It is not necessary to remove the internal combustion engine, but the oil filter and exhaust system rods will have to be removed.

To better disassemble the suspension, it will be enough to remove the anti-roll bar on the right, and on the left - knock the axis of the lower arm off the beam. This will make it possible not to completely disassemble the suspension and not knock out the supports.

Let's continue:

• We take a grinder and cut off the damaged part of the spar;
• We cook a new piece, be sure to overlap.

Welded piece of spar

Advice. The fact is that it will be difficult for beginners (who are not qualified welders) to weld a new piece of spar without one piece overlapping another. True, the seam will be roughly visible, but it can be puttyed and that’s it. But everything will hold securely. It is imperative to weld not only the junction of the pieces, but also do this through the drilled holes of the new piece of spar.

In addition, we must remember: when adjusting a piece of spar, its bolt hole must coincide with the beam. We can say that this very bolt is a kind of guideline that helps to carry out the correct installation.

Note. You can check the compliance of the spar in other ways. For example, measuring everything on the body with your own hands.

And finally: to strengthen the spar, it is recommended to weld an additional strip of metal on top, directly onto the welding joint. A width of 10 cm for the strip will be sufficient.

Design features

The body elements of the VAZ 2106 are made by stamping and connected to each other by welding. The “skeleton” or its frame is formed by the sub-engine frame, mudguards, floor panels, rear and front parts, reinforcing cross members, sills and other parts.

The body design is four-door, type – sedan. Among the removable elements, it is worth mentioning the trunk lid, hood, gas tank hatch and doors with sliding windows.

The front and rear bumpers are chrome-plated, have plastic sidewalls and rubber bumpers. All windows in the VAZ 2106 are polished, the windshield is three-layer, others are tempered. If desired, the rear can be equipped with a heating system.

The floor in the passenger compartment of the VAZ 2106 car has a molded carpet with a waterproof backing, and underneath there are noise and thermal insulation pads. The interior of the trunk is covered in molded plastic.

On the panel in the interior of the VAZ 2106 car there are:

• group of devices;
• heating and ventilation control;
• cigarette lighter and ashtray;
• shelf and compartment for things.

The body doors are formed by inner and outer panels, connected to each other along the perimeter by welding. The locks are rotor-type devices and are equipped with an opening lock. The hood of the body is also closed with a lock, which has a cable drive and a interior handle. The structure of the trunk lid is similar to the hood. On the inside, the door panels are treated with bitumen mastic and trimmed with upholstery.

Anti-corrosion treatment

On the “six” the following elements are most susceptible to corrosion:

• Hollow parts;
• Floor;
• Lower areas of doors and pillars;
• Welding and joining areas.

Note. The owner of a VAZ 2106 car needs to be extremely attentive to the penetration of moisture and dirt into the area of ​​​​hidden cavities of the body and into its lower parts. In order to further protect these parts of the body from corrosion, they are treated with anticorrosive, and the soldering of individual elements is treated with a special mastic.