Front and rear bumpers on a VAZ 2110: how to remove and how much a new one costs

Bumper VAZ 2110

Removing the front bumper of VAZ 2110, 2111 and 2112 is not difficult. Both the rear and front bumpers of the VAZ 2110, 2111 and VAZ 2112 are absolutely the same. Moreover, it was easy to remove the bumper on this particular car, since there was no protection or fender liners.

how to remove the front bumper of a VAZ 2110

In order to change the bumpers on a VAZ 2110, you will need the following tool - these are socket and open-end wrenches for 8 and 10, as well as a double-sided screwdriver. And “there’s a pair for each creature” (two socket and open-end wrenches), it’s simply not convenient to use one or another wrench everywhere.

How to unscrew the front bumper of a VAZ 2110

And so, if the car has fender liners, you will have to unscrew them from the bumper along the line of the bumper's wheel arch.

Replacing the front bumper ten, twelve

Next, the right and left sides of the front bumper are held in place by one 8mm bolt on each side. As a rule, they are rusty and often even the bolt heads break off. The bolt remains in the nut and then it is difficult to secure the side of the bumper. To screw the bolt back into it, you have to drill out and tap a new thread. To avoid this, first spray it with “VDshka” or brake fluid, wait 5 minutes and carefully turn the bolt counterclockwise. If it starts to turn tightly, tighten the bolt a little, lubricate it again and continue unscrewing.

How to remove the bumper of a VAZ 2110

The same applies to the “apron” studs, to which the bottom of the bumper is attached with 10mm nuts. Most often, on the vast majority of cars, this part of the “apron” is deformed, the studs are broken off and the bumper is not attached to it at the bottom (impacts on curbs, off-road driving, etc.). But the bumper still holds tight. You don’t have to worry, he won’t go anywhere. And so, unscrew the nuts...

How to remove the front bumper tens with your own hands

And in order to unscrew the last two 10mm bolts that hold the bumper in the upper part, you will have to remove the radiator grille, but how to remove the grille of a VAZ 2110? Yes, it’s very simple... Open the hood and unscrew two 8mm screws on both sides of the grille (photo below).

How to remove the grille of a VAZ 2110

After that, it is necessary to release the lower mounting ears of the radiator grille. Hook with your fingers and slightly pull all 4 teeth in order towards the radiator.

Replacing the radiator grille of a VAZ 2110

Now, we got to the treasured bolts. You just need to unscrew them a little (not necessarily all the way) so that the bolt washers release the edge of the bumper.

Replacing the bumper of a VAZ 2110

If you also have to replace the fog lights of the VAZ 2110, then they must first be disconnected from the power supply (in the under-bumper part). Simply unplug the plugs. And on the bumper itself they are held in place by only two screws on both sides.

How to remove the bumper on a VAZ 2110 (video)

Front bumper VAZ 2110, price - on average 1,700 rubles

Rear bumper VAZ 2110, price is the same 1,700 rubles on average

Radiator grille VAZ 2110, price 250-300 rubles.

Features of the front bumper on the VAZ-2110

Front bumper of VAZ-2110.

Unfortunately, the front bumper for the top ten becomes a consumable spare part for many, although some prefer to install designer body kit options on the VAZ-2110 to give the car originality. In any case, the bumper will be made of simple polypropylene by hot stamping . The entire tenth family is equipped with the same front bumpers.

Selection and price, catalog numbers

The part number is 2111-2803012 in an unpainted version and 2111-2803015 in a body-colored version.

The price of an unpainted bumper for a VAZ-2110 ranges from 2 to 2.5 thousand. For a painted part they will ask about 3,000 - 3,500 rubles. The rear bumper, by the way, is 500-800 rubles more expensive.

Preparatory stage

Removing the front bumper of a VAZ 2110 is mainly done from the bottom of the car. Therefore, it is necessary to provide a dry area for dismantling/installation work. It is possible to carry out the removal in the inspection hole, this makes the task easier.

To work, the car owner will need a tool such as:

Phillips screwdriver;
open-end wrenches: 10, 13 mm;
spanners or heads: 8, 10 mm;
liquid key.

Removing and replacing the front bumper of a VAZ 2110 may require the help of a partner. This is necessary to avoid unwanted damage in the form of scratches or chips on the freshly painted part.

On a note! It is possible to cover the surface of the bumper with paper tape; this will also protect the paintwork during installation.

How to remove the front bumper on a VAZ-2110

Before starting work, it is advisable to place the car in a garage or enclosed area with good natural or artificial lighting. For ease of dismantling the lower attachment points, work should be carried out above the inspection hole. The procedure for replacing the front bumper of a VAZ 2110 is performed according to the following sequential steps:

Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the screws securing the bumper to the arch liners (carry out the operation on both sides).
Unscrew the 2 screws that connect the bumper body kit to the lower edge of the fender liner.
Moisten the two side mounting bolts with WD-40 and wait a few minutes until the liquid gets into the threads.
Unscrew the hardware with an 8 mm wrench, turning the bolts counterclockwise. In this case, you should not apply much force, since you can bend the bolt head. If the use of WD-40 does not help, you need to rinse the bolt with this liquid again and try to swing it out of place with a wrench.
Using a similar pattern, tighten the 10 mm nuts securing the lower side of the bumper. If it is difficult to move the nut, it is necessary to tighten and unscrew it along the threads, applying WD-40 to the contact point.
Then you will have to remove the decorative radiator grille of the VAZ 2110.
There are 2 8mm hex head screws on the top of the grille that need to be removed.
Use your hand to pry the 4 plastic clips on the lower edge of the grille and pull them towards the radiator. Set the grate aside.
Unscrew the last two bolts by 10 mm, which tighten the upper edge of the VAZ 2110 bumper.
Disconnect the fog lamp wiring harness plugs.
Pull the corner of the body kit towards you and remove it from the grooves of the metal bracket. Similarly, disengage the other corner and remove the bumper from the VAZ 2110 for further repair or replacement.
The removed bumper can be disassembled by dismantling the headlight (left and right). If they are in good condition, these parts can be installed on the entire cladding.

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All the steps described are applicable for dismantling the front body kit on VAZ 2112 and VAZ 2111 cars.

Removal process

Before we remove the bumper from the front of the car, the battery on the VAZ 2110 should be disconnected. This is a mandatory rule stating that plumbing work must be performed on a de-energized machine. Leave the hood open. Turn the steering wheel in any direction. This gives improved access to the two screws that secure the fender liner to the bumper. Unscrew the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. We turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction and perform a similar operation with the fender liner on the other side.

On a VAZ 2110, when replacing front bumpers, it is not necessary to remove the lockers. But this can be done quickly without removing the wheel by unscrewing just one nut with a 10 mm wrench and 5 self-tapping screws.

Let's move on to the bottom of the fasteners. Disconnect the fog lights (if installed). The inner side parts of the buffer are secured to the guide brackets, one screw on each side. We turn them out with an 8 mm head. Take a 10 mm spanner or socket wrench and unscrew the five nuts securing the bumper between the engine protection and the lower panel of the radiator frame (TV). Then, you need to unscrew two 13 mm bolts connecting the buffer to the supporting frame of the body, the side members. Next, move on to the top part.

On a note! It is recommended to pre-treat the steel fasteners of the front bumper with liquid key, since the lower studs on the VAZ 2110 often break.

Unscrew the two screw bolts of the false radiator grille. Its lower part is attached to groove joints. We remove the grille from its seats. There is access to two bolts connecting the bumper to the channel (steel buffer amplifier). Using a socket wrench or 8 mm socket, unscrew the fasteners. The bumper is completely unscrewed. It can be removed by pulling the element towards you from each side one by one.

Why are they replacing?

The reasons for replacing bumpers are different for everyone. But a few basic examples can be given.

The driver is a fan of tuning, so he decided to change these body elements.
The old body kit is covered with scratches and chips, so it needs updating and painting. This work is complicated, so it’s easier to just replace it.
As a result of an accident or an accident, the old bumpers have become unusable, so they need to be replaced with similar or more exclusive, original ones. Depending on the wishes of the car owner.
There was a desire to install original optics in order to provide a visual effect and improve the quality of the headlights. But the old bumper is not suitable for these purposes. We have to dismantle it.

Removing the front bumper

So, you have made the appropriate decision, because the old body element will go to its well-deserved rest, and a new structure will take its place. Whether it will be a factory bumper or whether it will be about tuning is up to you. The main thing here is to dismantle the old structure and install another in its place - a matter of technology. More precisely, the reverse sequence of dismantling.

For removal you will need a certain set of tools and materials, which include:

Open-end wrenches 10 and 8 millimeters;
Socket wrenches 10 and 8 millimeters;
A set of screwdrivers or one double-sided screwdriver;
The almighty WD40;
Dry, clean rags;
New body parts, linings, etc.

Further, the set of tools and materials depends entirely on the front and rear body kit element you choose. Some bumper models require certain tools or attachments. It is best to ask the seller about this.

Now we can proceed directly to the task at hand.

If you have fender liners, be sure to remove them. To do this, simply unscrew the fasteners along the entire line of the wheel arch.

Removing the wing fenders

The left and right sides of the front bumper are held in place with one bolt each. The factory bolt requires an 8mm wrench.
It is not uncommon for these bolts to rust and the heads to fall off under strong pressure when unscrewing. If the bolt remains there without a head, it will be difficult to reinstall the new bumper.
Therefore, we recommend treating the bolts with WD40. An alternative is regular brake fluid. After treatment, allow the product to react. It is enough to wait about 5-10 minutes.
Now carefully and gradually unscrew the bolts counterclockwise. If it still doesn’t budge, return the bolt to its original position, treat it again with the product, and finally remove it.
It is not uncommon for the head to eventually fail, which leads to the need to drill out the old bolt and then cut a new thread. The task is not an easy one, so let’s hope that you can get by with little blood, as they say.
Further it is not better, since the apron studs with 10 mm turnkey fasteners holding the bottom of the bumper are also characterized by similar properties of rusting and complicating dismantling work. Often this element of the apron is crumpled, deformed due to impacts on holes, curbs, as a result of off-road travel, and so on. At the same time, the bumper stubbornly continues to hold strong. This is what VAZ 2110 means.
Be sure to carefully unscrew these nuts and treat with WD40 if necessary.
Ahead of you are the last bolts holding the bumper, this time from above. There are two of them, they require a 10 mm wrench. But the problem is that to dismantle these very last two bolts you will have to remove the radiator grille. On the other hand, this is an excellent opportunity to tune the front of the car by installing not only bumpers and trims, but also a new grille.
To remove the grille, lift the hood and unscrew the two screws on both sides of the radiator grille. Here you will need an 8mm wrench.
Now we release the lower fasteners of the grates. Hook them with your fingers and slightly pull all four teeth towards the radiator itself. Just take it one at a time.
Now you've reached the cherished last two bolts. It is not necessary to unscrew them completely. Unscrew a little, which will allow the fastener washers to release the edge of your bumper.

Removing the front end

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Removing the rear bumper

If you additionally plan to replace the rear bumper, you will also have to remove it first. The work is not difficult, it will take you about an hour.

Rear bumper

Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery. This is necessary for the reason that the wiring from the license plate light goes to it. We don't need short circuits.
Open the trunk and remove the rear trim. Not completely. It is enough to simply fold the part that interferes with work deep into the trunk.
Move the trim on the left, which will allow you to get to the wiring block and disconnect the connector that goes to the license plate light.
Unscrew the fastening nut and disconnect the wire going to ground, that is, the car body.

Now unscrew the upper bumper mount. For this purpose, the VAZ 2110 has one bolt on each side.
The two lower mounting bolts are unscrewed in the same way. One on each side.
Next, the bumper is removed and brought back. Don't forget to pass all the wires through the back panel, where there is a hole.
Unscrew the three mounting screws on the license plate illumination housing, as well as the three fasteners from the wiring harness clamps. The housing with optics is removed from the old body element and installed on the new one.

Removing the rear

What is needed for disassembly

To remove body kits from a car, you will need the following tools:

socket wrench or socket wrench size 8 mm;
the same, size 10 mm;
Phillips screwdriver;
WD-40 aerosol lubricant, which facilitates the rotation of rusted threaded connections.

Minimum set of tools

Additionally, you should prepare the usual set of plumbing tools. They are useful for unscrewing the lower fastening of the front bumper, consisting of nuts and studs. The problem stems from the unfortunate design of this unit, where it is stipulated that the studs stick out 2-3 cm under the front overhang of the car. As soon as the driver slightly catches a curb or drives into an ice snowdrift, the ends of the studs bend or even break off completely. You'll probably have to tinker with them when disassembling them.

For the same reasons, removing the front one will require an inspection ditch. It is extremely inconvenient to twist rusted lower and side fasteners while lying under the car.

Very useful lubricant for rusty bolts and nuts

To replace the stock body kits that were on your car from the factory with beautiful styling products, you also do not need any special tools or equipment. Elements of a different shape, but intended for installation on the “ten”, are mounted on existing mounts. It’s another matter when you want to install the body kit you like from another car, for example, from a Lada Priora. In this case, the fasteners will need to be modified.

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Installing the front bumper

When reinstalling the bumper, you must first insert it into the guide brackets on the sides of the VAZ 2110. Then the trim is attached in the reverse order. All fasteners should be replaced with parts that have new threads. Before installation, it is advisable to lubricate the hardware, thus providing minimal protection against corrosion.

The fastening of the cladding should not be immediately tightened until it stops. It is necessary to align the part as evenly as possible, achieving gaps across the body of almost the same width. After this, you can finally secure the cladding by tightening all the fixing bolts and screws.

What's next?

Next, you act based on your own desires and goals. If you choose bumpers that are suitable specifically for the VAZ 2110 model, their installation will simply involve following the reverse sequence of dismantling.

Tuning body kits

There should be no problems with the “native” body structures. If we are talking about tuning and self-production, modifying bumpers and then installing them, you will probably have to drill additional holes, change fasteners, purchase additional headlights, etc. There is no universal advice on this matter.

Required tools and accessories

The mounting scheme for bumpers on the VAZ-2110 is quite simple and does not require any special knowledge or equipment. At the same time, the procedure for dismantling and reinstalling standard plastic bumper covers is the same for cars with a sedan body (VAZ 2110), hatchback and station wagon. In order to remove the VAZ 2110 bumper, you will need the following tools or devices:

10 mm and 8 mm wrenches (preferably open-end and socket types).
Flat head screwdriver.
Phillips head screwdriver.
A container of WD-40 liquid for soaking rusted hardware.
Rags for wiping.
Protective gloves.

When do you have to remove body kits?

Most often, motorists have to dismantle the front bumper of the VAZ 2110-2112, since it is the first to reflect impacts from stones, unsuccessful runs onto curbs and other obstacles. The element is especially often damaged in winter due to unremoved snow, which turns into an icy mess. In the best case, the paint is scratched from contact with ice; in the worst case, the bumper simply breaks, because the plastic becomes brittle at low temperatures.

For repairs, it is better to remove such a body kit from the car.

Reference. The rear and front body kits of the VAZ 2110, 2111 and 2112 models differ little in shape and are attached to the body almost identically. At the same time, the rear one from the tens cannot be replaced with a part from the VAZ 2112, but the front one can.

As a rule, such problems plague inexperienced drivers who have little sense of the dimensions of their “ten”. The paintwork of the rear bumpers does not suffer as much; cracks usually appear on them due to collisions with various obstacles when reversing. An extreme case is damage as a result of an accident.

It is very difficult to repair such a crack.

Removal of the rear and front body kits on VAZ cars of the “tenth” family is carried out for the following reasons:

When you need to get to the main body parts covered by a plastic bumper.
For complete painting or polishing of a car.
You can remove small chips and scratches on the coating of elements directly on the car, but for more serious repairs and repainting it is better to remove them.
In case of replacing standard parts with more attractive styling body kits, giving the car an original appearance.
For mounting and connecting fog lights.

This is what the Brooklyn styling rear element looks like

Note. The rear element of the VAZ 2110 has a license plate illumination lamp built into it. Sometimes the bumper has to be dismantled to deal with the wiring or other problems with this light.