The Lada Niva, known by chassis codes VAZ-21213, VAZ-21214, VAZ-21214-20, and VAZ-21215, is a compact, three-door, off-road vehicle renowned for its robust construction and exceptional all-terrain capability. Introduced in 1977, this vehicle features a standard four-wheel-drive system with a lockable center differential and a two-speed transfer case, making it a capable performer in challenging environments. Powered by 1.7-liter engines, available in carburetor, central fuel injection, sequential fuel injection, and turbo-diesel variants, the Niva has maintained continuous production for over four decades, a testament to its enduring design and market niche as an affordable yet highly functional off-roader.
This repair manual provides comprehensive guidance for the Lada Niva, covering routine maintenance, servicing, and detailed repair procedures. It is designed for service outlet engineers, mechanics, and workshops, offering in-depth descriptions and practical instructions for all major vehicle systems, including the engine, transmission, drivetrain, chassis, bodywork, and electrical systems. The manual facilitates effective fault diagnosis, component overhaul, and adjustment, ensuring that owners and technicians can maintain and repair their vehicles to the highest standards.
This Manual provides information on routine maintenance and servicing and is intended for engineers and mechanics of service outlets, garages and workshops.
The Manual covers the following models:
VAZ-21213, VAZ-21214, VAZ-21214-20, VAZ-21215
VAZ-21213 model - an off-road vehicle, three-door body of all-steel unitary construction,
with 1.7 litre carburettor engine;
VAZ-21214 model - with 1.7 litre Central Fuel Injection Engine;
VAZ-21214-20 model - with 1.7 litre Sequential Fuel Injection Engine;
VAZ-21215 model - with Turbo Diesel Engine.
The chapters of the manual give full descriptions of VAZ-21213 vehicle units. For general description, service and repair procedures applicable to other models, refer to Section 9 where you can also find the information on additional and alternative equipment fitted to the vehicles.
The Manual provides a detailed description of service operations on the base of OEM parts, with helpful information on fault diagnosis, along with clear indications on removal and refitting, dismantling and reassembly, adjustment and repair of various vehicle units.
This Manual provides information on routine maintenance and servicing and is intended for engineers and mechanics of service outlets, garages and workshops.
The Manual covers the following models:
VAZ-21213, VAZ-21214, VAZ-21214-20, VAZ-21215
VAZ-21213 model - an off-road vehicle, three-door body of all-steel unitary construction,
with 1.7 litre carburettor engine;
VAZ-21214 model - with 1.7 litre Central Fuel Injection Engine;
VAZ-21214-20 model - with 1.7 litre Sequential Fuel Injection Engine;
VAZ-21215 model - with Turbo Diesel Engine.
The chapters of the manual give full descriptions of VAZ-21213 vehicle units. For general description, service and repair procedures applicable to other models, refer to Section 9 where you can also find the information on additional and alternative equipment fitted to the vehicles.
The Manual provides a detailed description of service operations on the base of OEM parts, with helpful information on fault diagnosis, along with clear indications on removal and refitting, dismantling and reassembly, adjustment and repair of various vehicle units.
