Doors are removed for repair and replacement

Remove the door opening limiter

How to replace the VAZ-2121 car door

Use a hammer to knock out the door opening limiter pin

How to replace the VAZ-2121 car door

The pin for fixation is knurled

In order to replace the door stop, you need to remove the trim.

How to replace the VAZ-2121 car door

Use a 10mm socket to unscrew the two bolts securing the limiter to the door.

How to replace the VAZ-2121 car door

We remove the limiter through the window of the inner door panel.

Lubricate the limiter with technical Vaseline and install in the reverse order

To remove the door:

If the removed door is to be installed, use a felt-tip pen to outline the position of the door hinges.

Disconnect the door opening limiter from the body pillar.

How to replace the VAZ-2121 car door

Use an impact screwdriver with a Phillips tip No. 3 to loosen: three screws securing the top hinge

How to replace the VAZ-2121 car door

Loosen the two screws securing the bottom hinge.

How to replace the VAZ-2121 car door

While the assistant holds the door, unscrew the screws.

Gaps of doorways of a Niva car

Remove the door. We install the door in the reverse order.

Finally tighten the screws securing the hinges to the body, making sure that the door is positioned correctly in the body opening.

Adjustment of door locks can be found in the article - Replacing the door lock of a VAZ-2121.