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Lada Niva Driver s Manual Jason Chapman
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Engine
Model VAZ2121
Type four-stroke carburettor
Number and arrangement of cylinders four, in-line
Cylinder bore and piston stroke, mm 79x80
Engine displacement. L 1,568
Compression rate 8.5
Rated power
ISO 1585-82, at 5,400 rpm’, kW (hp), minimum 53.7 (73.0)
Maximum torque, ISO 158582, at 3,400 rpm’, N m (kgfÆ m 114(11.6)
Minimum idling speed, rpm 850-900
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Sense of crankshaft rotation clockwise
Maximum carbon monoxide (CO) content in exhaust gases
at idling, %
1.5
Filling Capacities. Litres
Fuel tank (including reserve of 4-6.5 L) 42
Engine cooling system (including interior heating system) 10.7
Engine lubricating system (including oil filter) 3.75
Gearbox 1.35
Rear axle housing 1.3
Steering gear case 0.215
Transfer case 0.75
Front axle housing 1.15
Clutch hydraulic control system 0.2
Hydraulic brake system 0.66
Front shock absorber 0.12
Rear shock absorber 0.195
Windshield washer reservoir 2.0
Back window washer reservoir 2.0
Additional air cleaner 0.45
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the original Niva manual.
Many thanks to the Royal
Auto Club of Victoria
(Australia)