Text: Alexander Ivanov and Evgeny Konstantinov
Photo: Andrey Khorkov
The appearance on our market of a new SUV was very modest and routine - in June last year, there were reports in the press that GAZ had begun mass production of Sobol 4x4 cars. No advertising campaigns, no magnificent presentations ... No wonder, because "the young woman was not young at all." Back in 1999, the magazine "Behind the Wheel" published material on the all-wheel drive part of the gazelle family. It also dealt with the experimental Tandem pickup truck on a chassis shortened compared to the Gazelles and with single-wheel rear axle wheels.
In 1998, the GAZ Sobol was a novelty, but from an interview with the factory management of those years, it is clear that its production was then considered as secondary. The main candidates for the conveyor were considered cars of the Ataman family, work on which had been carried out since the beginning of the 90s. But the plant did not have enough money to launch the production of a new family, but a number of developments, in particular the front axle and transfer case with a center differential, were added to the case - since 1995, the plant began to slowly assemble all-wheel drive versions of the Gazelles. However, even factory specialists did not consider the Gazelle 4x4 as a means to overcome the "Russian directions". Four-wheel drive was needed "artiodactyl" only to solve problems with handling on slippery surfaces. For off-road, a completely different device was needed ...
The wide motoring masses first saw it during the Eurasian Way run in December 2000. All-wheel drive novelties of all Russian factories took part in it. GAZ was presented by Sobol with index 27527. In 2001, this car was shown at MIMS. Around the same time, the Gorky Automobile Plant changed ownership. The decision to launch the Ataman GAZ-2308 pickup truck into production was canceled, and all work on other vehicles of this family was curtailed.
But, fortunately, "nothing on earth passes without a trace." Many of the nodes worked out as part of the stopped program were used in preparation for the mass production of all-wheel drive Sables. And yet, for almost three years, the Sobol 4x4 remained an extremely rare fur-bearing animal, and its assembly was carried out on individual orders in PAMS (small series car production workshop). And now, after all these ordeals, our hero finally takes his place on the assembly line ...
Marketing
What kind of buyer are the Gorky residents counting on? First of all, on corporate (and rightly so). Over the years of small-scale production, GAZ has accumulated considerable experience in the development of special vehicles on this chassis (from an ambulance and a mobile forensic laboratory to a traveling television newsroom). Not forgotten, of course, and lovers of long-distance travel. Remember what an SUV looks like when a happy large family is about to go on a two-week vacation in it? Sable, on the other hand, provides the owner with the opportunity to load all the necessary supplies and equipment inside. The problem of organizing overnight stays on the route ceases to be relevant.
Naturally, Sobol 4x4 has competitors. Although, to be honest, there are not so many of them. What other all-wheel drive cars of a wagon layout can a lover of distant wanderings look at? First of all, a direct descendant of the immortal brainchild of the creative team consisting of E.G. comes to mind. Varchenko, L.A. Startseva, M.P. Tsyganova and S.M. Tyurin. I'm talking about the UAZ -452, the Ulyanovsk "loaf", which has been coming off the assembly line almost unchanged since 1965. The fact that now this minibus is called UAZ-22069, in fact, does not change anything. The plant has twice announced its intention to stop production of this model as it has exhausted the potential for modernization and does not meet modern safety standards. But since UAZ cannot yet offer alternatives to “loaves”, you can still find a brand new UAZ-2206 minibus or 3909 van at any official dealer. Their main advantages are excellent cross-country ability, versatility and low price. That's just the Spartan conditions of existence offered by the "loaf" will not please everyone. Maybe you should look for analogues from the world's leading manufacturers? And then it turns out that there are almost no cars of this class on the world market. For example, all-wheel drive minibuses of the Volkswagen concern, in principle, are not designed for use in off-road conditions, as well as similar products from Toyota. A model close to its intended purpose, perhaps, is offered only by Mitsubishi. The lineup of this company includes the all-wheel drive minivan Space Gear 4x4, which, as you know, is equipped with a range of engines and transfer boxes from Pajero. Such machines are not officially delivered to us, but buying a right-handed analogue, Delica Space Gear L400 4x4, does not present any problems. In Vladivostok, a 1995-1996 Delica costs around $10,000, and a well-equipped five-year-old minivan can be purchased for $15,000.
| Interior dimensions of the tested vehicles, mm. (ORD measurements) | |||
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GAZ-2217 |
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| Cabin length | 3500 | 3050 | 3550 |
| Cabin width | 1800 | 1420 | 1780 |
| Cabin height | 1370 | 1160 | 1300 |
| Pass width doorway | 1000 | 800 | 850 |
| Passenger height doorway | 1380 | 1230 | 1120 |
| Load opening width | 1580 | 1250 | 1370 |
| Load opening height | 1210 | 1230 | 1120 |
| Height 1st pass. footboards | 450 | 300 | 540 |
| Height 2nd pass. footboards | 650 | 500 | No |
| Driver footrest height | 590 | 500 | 650 |
| floor height | 800 | 700 | 740 |
Group photo
It seems to me that you have already understood what a motley company, at first glance, we have advanced towards the Dmitrovsky training ground this time. By the way, the “Barguzin” that fell into our hands was notable for not quite the usual equipment. Most of the serial all-wheel drive Sobols are equipped with ZMZ-406 gasoline engines and have five passenger seats (a side sliding door gives access to a three-seat sofa, behind which there is a blank partition separating the passenger compartment from the cargo compartment). We also got a version of the "business compartment" for the test with two sofas (one for three, and the second for two passengers), located vis-a-vis, and a folding table. At the same time, the car was painted in martial khaki color and equipped with a GAZ-560 diesel engine (nee Steyr) with a volume of 2.13 liters. By the way, we had no less questions about the power unit than about the car itself. On the one hand, the GAZ-560 is a very modern engine in design (its pump nozzles develop more pressure and provide better fuel atomization than single-plunger injection pumps). And on the other hand, we had doubts: would 2.13 liters of working volume be able to provide sufficient power, and most importantly, acceptable torque at low revs. After all, an SUV is not a delivery van, and even 95 hp may not be enough for it. at 3800 rpm, nor 200 Nm at 2300.
Unlike the “loaf”, where such qualities as cross-country ability and maintainability were put at the head of everything, “Sable” was created according to the laws of a civilized “bus building”. At first glance, the prototype is guessed - Ford Transit. In short, a comfortable start was built into it even before the design. Pushing the door of the passenger compartment and getting inside, you find yourself in a real "compartment". Spacious, a table between soft sofas, pleasant upholstery of the walls ... The only drawback of this configuration is a tiny luggage compartment, which is why placing things on a long tourist outing can be a serious problem (the standard equipment is much more thoughtful in this sense). The driver, on a long journey, is waiting for another misfortune. Either because of the placement of the front drive axle under the floor, or because of something else, but there was absolutely no room left for the left leg. For example, we found only two positions for her: on the clutch pedal and under the seat. Moreover, we do not recommend the first for moving along the highway, and in the second the leg will definitely numb.
Managing the "loaf" is no better. But otherwise. There is more than enough space for the left leg, but the mutual displacement of the steering wheel, seat and pedals makes the driver sit down with the letter zyu and put his elbow out of the open window. What do you want?! Forty years ago, when designing a military vehicle, ergonomics were in thirty-fifth place. Passengers in UAZ are more at ease. Not so, of course, as in Sobol, but still. Yes, and place in the car (at least in the one that we got) can be eleven people. But the most comfortable interior in our trinity was distinguished by Delica. Thanks to the easy transformation of the interior, both a “coupe” and an eight-seater “minibus” can be organized inside in a matter of minutes. As for the ergonomics of the "Japanese" driver's seat, here we could not find fault with anything. Unless some habit is required by the automatic transmission selector on the steering column. In the rest - both in landing and in controls - a solid five. Against this background, the Sable seems uncomfortable with too short-stroke and tight pedals (“gets it” mainly on off-road and during critical maneuvers), as well as a gearbox that requires a fair amount of strength and accuracy when turned on. In UAZ, the opposite is true. Strength, of course, is also required, but the pedal strokes are such that when you start pressing the brake or clutch, the knee rests on the steering wheel.
Movement is life
Buses, start! On the move, the Sobol unexpectedly turned out to be relatively noisy and shaky. Particularly loud sounds delight the ears of those sitting in front, and the strongest blows go to those located on the back sofa. But, by the way, all this is annoying only if you transfer to GAZ from Mitsubishi. And if from a "loaf" - then everything will be the other way around ...
No, whatever one may say, but in terms of rubber and engines in this test, there is no “political correctness” ... Space Gear is shod in an all-season Pilgrim and purrs a 2.8-liter turbodiesel, Barguzin flaunts a winter Michelin 4x4 Alpin and hides a 2-liter engine under the hood turbodiesel, and only UAZ, regularly eating gasoline with a three-liter UMZeshnik, regularly relied on four Yaroslavl Bears.
Handling on snowy surfaces... Cars passed the track five or more times. All results were recorded, but the comparison was based on the best. And what? The undisputed favorite in this nomination is UAZ-22069! And note that the victorious turns "loaf" wrote out on summer tires! The worst is Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. Nonsense, but, despite the archaic design, UAZ is better controlled and easier to turn into turns. Moreover, if the Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear behaves like a front-wheel drive car, then the "loaf" shows a tendency towards rear-wheel drive handling. As for the main character of our play, "Barguzin" is more characteristic of all-wheel drive habits.
By the way, even before the start of the test, opinions in the editorial office about the off-road capabilities of the Barguzin were divided. Based solely on the external impression, design features and declared technical characteristics, some argued that there was simply no better all-terrain vehicle among minibuses than the Sobol 4x4, while others motivatedly assumed that "it will not reach real off-road at all." In general, everyone was impatient to check the “furry animal” in action ... To warm up, we went to an open field, more precisely, to an asphalt site covered with fresh snow. The depth of the white cover is twenty to thirty centimeters. No difficulties… Raising snow splashes and resembling giant jet skis, all three cars confidently plowed virgin soil, obeyed the helm and were not going to slip at all. For greater confidence, we blocked the center differential on the Sobol, but did without a demultiplier. UAZ rode equally cheerfully both in the first and in the second gears of the increased row. But he categorically refused to move in rear-wheel drive mode. For Mitsubishi, all the subtleties with the choice of gears were reduced to locking the central differential and transferring the “poker” on the steering wheel to the Drive position.
A calibrated slide filled with snow with a 30% slope. Only here is bad luck - the "foothills" are blocked by an impressive parapet of packed snow. Will have to punch it. How? Of course, a "loaf" - stale bread is the head of everything! Yes, no matter how much we want to check the "Sable" in such a responsible matter, but the risk of tearing off the plastic bumper stops us. So, it was decided - UAZ. The second lowered, gas, short acceleration and ... But we underestimated the parapet! Having easily taken off on it to the middle, the car hangs with its bottom on a hard base. There is only one way out: shovels naked! After the excavations, "Sable" easily pulls off the "pioneer", and we try again. But, given the failure, we accelerate a little faster. And now the Ulyanovsk bus effortlessly jumps over the "side". On the rise we drive tight, until there is enough grip of by no means winter tires with icy concrete, and we return to ... change the car.
On the second lowered "Sobol" climbed up the hill half a meter further than the "loaf". Delica is next. The result of the rise is another half a meter higher. To check the arisen guess, we again adjust to the "mountain" on the "Sobol". That's right ... GAS climbs another half a meter higher! Therefore, each of the cars simply rises up the packed track, and then breaks through its honest half a meter until the wheels break off. So in this case, the results of our "mountain" test do not reflect the all-terrain ability of minibuses, but ... snow prices in the Sahara.
We decided to evaluate the suspension capabilities of each of the subjects on a special track with semicircular concrete blocks arranged in a checkerboard pattern. This "obstacle course" provokes movement on the verge of diagonal hanging. What happened? Sobol and UAZ equally adequately coped with the task. At the second low and idle speed, both minibuses clumsily rolled over the concrete gouges, while their undercarriage literally performed rock and roll (that is, swayed and spun). They worked at full speed, and the diagonal unloading of the wheels, every now and then turning into a slight slip, was felt in full. However, both domestic cars continued to drive. But the Japanese minivan had problems on the gouges. The lower seating position and short suspension travel did him a disservice. Not only did Mitsubishi move, almost scratching the concrete with rapids, but it also tore off the wheels for a dozen centimeters. However, he also managed to get through a few gouges. But at what cost!
However, you need a bus...
In the meantime, nearby, in a lowland, an Audi Allroad was riding along the snow-covered edge of the forest ... And it must have happened that a beautiful German car in the most banal way got into a hole dug in autumn with a toothy tractor tire. The driver at first twitched, then pushed. And after talking, he turned to us for help ... There is nothing to do, we are deploying a rescue operation: we put the cable in the "loaf" and set off down the rolled snow path. U-turn right on the slope, we catch the cable, we accelerate uphill, but the car slides along deep snow and ice ruts. On the second attempt, he pulls out the same “inmate”. But at the same time, the “loaf” itself is very unsuccessfully pulled into another hole. But even with this misfortune, despite not the most suitable tires, the bus copes. A high-torque engine and a good selection of transmission ratios help out. Along the way, it turns out that in such conditions the first direct gear is the most effective (the second one is reduced a lot, and the third one is not enough).
When we got out, the thought arose: maybe it was worth going to the Sobol? See if you can do it faster? To test the assumption, we change the car and again set off to "rescue the stuck Allroad." Monotonously rumbling diesel at idle, we go down a little and try to turn around. Alas, the maneuver does not work - when you try to move back, either the engine stalls, or the wheels begin to slip and the bus begins to slide sideways down the slope. It is not possible to catch the golden mean. We have to again direct the front wheels down the slope and turn around with the help of the forward drive and a wide loop on the virgin soil. But even on the knurled track, we could not get out for a long time - the engine was sorely lacking in torque. And what if it's a diesel? Two liters for three tons off-road will not be enough. Like it or not… Especially when the main couples are primarily designed for asphalt… Saved only by the first reduced.
As for Delica, they also failed to turn around across the slope. But on the other hand, the entire “sable” route was repeated simply effortlessly, in one breath and without the slightest hint of slipping. Against this background, the defeatist attitude of "Barguzin" disappointed even more (everyone can lose to UAZ off-road ...). Alas, good suspension articulation is not always able to compensate for the lack of engine torque. That is why on the Sobol it is better to try to overcome obstacles in the Niva style. It is difficult to say how Barguzin would behave in this situation with a gasoline ZMZ-406 under the hood. But we dare to assume that the situation with the power supply would hardly have improved.
| Specifications (manufacturer data) | |||
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GAZ-2217 |
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| Number of seats | 8 | 6 | 11 |
| Curb weight, kg. | 2370 | 1960 | 1855 |
| Full weight, kg. | 3000 | 2460 | 2780 |
| type of drive | constant | constant | full |
| Front suspension | dependent spring |
independent torsion |
dependent spring |
| Rear suspension | dependent spring |
dependent spring |
dependent spring |
| engine's type | turbodiesel | turbodiesel | petrol |
| Working volume, cm 2 | 2134 | 2835 | 2890 |
| Power, hp at rpm | 95/3800 | 140/4000 | 94/4000 |
| Torque Nm at rpm | 200/2300 | 292/2000 | 201/2500 |
| Max speed | 120 | 150 | 117 |
| Fuel consumption | 11,9 | 12 | 16,5 |
GAZ Sobol 2217 is a Russian-made light-duty vehicle used mainly in the commercial sector. Its design was created with the expectation of movement on Russian roads, so businessmen willingly use this car for transportation. Comfortable, maneuverable, multifunctional - only a small part of the feedback from the owners. "Sable" is also used in government agencies, emergency and public services.
Universal machine
GAZ-2217 Barguzin is used to transport passengers. Two options are available to the buyer: for 6 seats and 10. All residents of Russia know this car as a yellow fixed-route taxi. The machine can serve as a mobile office, this is facilitated by the convenient location of the seats, the presence of armrests, headrests and a folding table with individual lighting. The layout of the cabin allows you to install additional seats to increase the maximum number of passengers.
According to its technical characteristics, GAZ-2217 is not inferior to foreign competitors in this class. The small size of the car allows the driver to move comfortably along the streets and courtyards of large cities and park in tight parking lots.
This machine is not limited to basic versions. The owner can install one of the many superstructures or a cargo van. The manufacturer offers consumers flatbed minibuses with different frame options.
Design
Minibus GAZ-2217 has the following technical characteristics:
- Length - 4.8 / 4.9 m;
- Width - 2.1 m;
- Height - 2.1 / 2.2 m;
- Wheelbase - 2.8 m;
- Wheel formula - 4x2 / 4x4;
- Capacity - 6+1 / 10+1;
- Clearance - 15 / 19 cm;
- The volume of the power unit - 2.89 l;
- Power plant power - 107 / 120 horsepower;
- Maximum speed - 120 / 130 km / h.
During the production of the car, several types of engines were used. In 1998, ZMZ engines (402, 406.3 and 406) were installed on the car. Their characteristics differed only in the number of valves. A diesel version of the GAZ-5601 was also offered. In 2003, engineers carried out modernization, after which an injection power unit for 140 horsepower and a turbodiesel from the Gorky Automobile Plant "5601" were used in production. In 2008, the device was supplemented with the Chrysler DOHC 2.4L power plant, which developed up to 137 horsepower. The diesel engine 5601 was changed to 5602. In 2009, they came to the final version: gasoline UMZ-4216.10 and turbodiesel Cummis ISF 2.8L.
The latest generation engine has four cylinders. There are 2 valves per cylinder. In the case of the diesel version, there are 4 valves per cylinder. The working volume is 2.89 or 2.781 liters. The maximum power is 107 (at 4 thousand revolutions) or 120 (at 3.2 thousand revolutions) horsepower.
There is also a version with all-wheel drive, designed for rural areas, where off-road is not uncommon. The scheme of this option includes a single-lever transfer case. A power steering is also provided to improve handling. In some modifications, the driver can turn off one bridge.
The clutch includes one disc and is dry type. The drive is carried out by a hydraulic mechanism. The manual transmission has six steps: five forward and one reverse.
Wishbones form the basis of the front independent suspension. The designers added anti-roll bars to its device. The rear dependent suspension is based on two longitudinal semi-elliptical springs.
When buying, you can choose additional features, which include a multifunction steering wheel, air conditioning, power windows and electric adjustment of the side mirrors. For diesel options, cruise control is provided.
The interior of the car is comfortable, but simple. The driver has a four-spoke steering wheel, gear lever, instrument panel with system indicators. Medium quality materials are used for interior trim, they serve for many years. The seats are upholstered in fabric. Airbags are not provided, the ABS system is included in the basic package. There are two versions - with a low and high roof. This does not affect the equipment of the cabin.
Disadvantages and advantages
The quality of the factory assembly of the GAZ-2217 Barguzin is at an average level. There are cases when parts are poorly screwed, there are not enough bolts, etc.
The first significant "sores" make themselves felt 4-5 years after the start of operation and lie in the box and transfer case, front axle and power steering hose. They appear after the first 40-50 thousand kilometers, happen in a different order. The first comprehensive diagnosis is recommended after 90-100 thousand kilometers.
The scheme of the machine is simple, so there are no special problems with repairs. Spare parts can be easily found in specialized stores. It is necessary to clearly know the catalog numbers of parts, since in different years of production they differ in size. The large windshield provides good visibility for the driver.
The main advantage of the GAZ-2217 car, because of which it is in demand, is its quick commercial payback. If you use the car as a fixed-route taxi, then you can work out the cost for 100 thousand kilometers. Upon reaching 200 thousand mileage, experienced owners recommend selling equipment if it is still in working order. By this milestone, there are no “native” parts in its design, except for the frame, body, engine and power steering (in rare cases).
Conclusion
GAZ-2217 Sable and Barguzin is a good car that is worth the money. The whole family turned out to be successful and sold in millions of series throughout Russia and abroad.
The new GAZ-2217 costs 650-800 thousand rubles. The final cost depends on the configuration and selected additional features. To the delight of buyers - power steering is included in the basic equipment.
If you have any questions - leave them in the comments below the article. We or our visitors will be happy to answer them.
Started production at the end of 1998. Before that, there were practically no cars of this class in Russia, and the brand was out of competition (not counting foreign analogues). Unlike the Gazelle, the Sobol has a shortened base and, accordingly, a lower carrying capacity (about 0.9 tons on average).
The appearance of the car gas 2217 Barguzin
In total, GAZ has developed four main modifications of the small-tonnage followers of the Gazelle:
- GAZ 2752 (3- or 7-seater all-metal van);
- GAZ 22171 (10-seater minibus);
- GAZ 2217 (6-seater minivan);
- GAZ 2310 (truck with flatbed).
The brand with double-leaf rear doors and a sliding door on the side of the body (right) was taken as the basis.
Minivan (or minibus) "Sobol Barguzin", depending on the configuration, can be 6-seater or 10-seater. First, models with a “high” roof rolled off the assembly line of the automobile plant, starting in 1999, the height of the roof was reduced by 10 cm. In the new modification, the rear door began to open from the bottom up, like on hatchback passenger cars. Since that time, the Barguzin has been considered a minivan.
Dimensions GAZ Barguzin
There were quite a lot of modifications of the Barguzin for the entire time of its release. It should be noted that the minivan has undergone deep restyling twice. The first generation of 2217 cars was produced from 1998 to 2003. Then the second series of "Sable" began, which was produced until 2010. Unlike the previous model, it has the following changes:
- Rectangular headlights were changed to teardrop-shaped headlights;
- The shape of the hood has changed;
- An improved instrument panel appeared in the cabin;
- The range of engines installed on the machine has noticeably expanded.
The next time the restyling took place in 2010, when the entire Gazelle family received improved equipment and became known as. The degree of comfort has also increased with the GAZ 2217 brand, the car has acquired the name "Barguzin Business".
Side view of gas 2217 Barguzin
This time the car received:
- Updated front bumper, which began to be attached to the cab, and not to the frame;
- Eight available body colors;
- German instrument panel;
- Improved interior lighting;
- Improved stove heating;
- Adjustable steering column;
- Imported clutch from ZF Sachs.
Specifications GAZ 2217 1998-2003
The first issue of 2217 was from 1998 to 2003. The minibus was produced in a 10-seater version mainly for fixed-route taxis and had a simpler configuration. The six-seater minivan has already acquired a richer finish - it is considered a commercial vehicle.
The side mirrors have also changed - they have become more voluminous.
"Barguzin business"
Sobol Barguzin, unlike the Gazelle, is more suitable for business trips or as a family car. To a large extent, comfort depends on the thoughtful interior decoration. All the details of the interior of the car are well worked out in the model of the next generation of Sobol - GAZ 2217 Barguzin Business.
The appearance and location of the seat in the modification Barguzin business
On the road, the new model is easily recognizable by its redesigned front bumper and grille cladding. In the cabin, the instrument panel, audio system, air conditioning and heating system have changed. The stove is now controlled by an electronic unit.
The steering wheel has taken on a different shape, and has become more pleasant to the touch. Installed other turn signal and wiper switches. On the new brand, they began to use an imported clutch - due to this, the speeds are now switched easier, and the clutch pedal is noticeably softer. For the new Sobol Barguzin, the plant gives a guarantee of 80 thousand kilometers or two years, the interval between maintenance has increased to 15 thousand km.
The new model is also equipped with two types of engines - a 2.9-liter and promising Cummins turbocharged diesel (2.8 liters).
Specifications Cummins ISF2.8s3129T: 
- Engine type - diesel, turbocharged;
- Cooling - liquid;
- Number of cylinders - 4;
- The location of the cylinders is in-line;
- Power - 120 liters. With.;
- Compression ratio - 16.5;
- Fuel consumption at a speed of 60 km / h - 8.5 l;
- Fuel consumption at a speed of 80 km / h - 10.3 l;
- Piston diameter - 94 mm;
- Piston stroke - 100 mm;
- Cylinder volume - 2.8 l;
- Ecology class - Euro-3 or Euro-4.
It is very reliable and has a resource of about 500 thousand kilometers before overhaul. The diesel engine at Barguzin Business has the following filling capacities:
- Engine oil in the crankcase - 5 l;
- Oil in the oil filter - 0.44 l;
- Liquid in the cooling system - 6 l;
- Between the marks on the probe max and min - 1 l.
Gazelle Sable. Basic car malfunctions - part 2
ENGINE TAKE LONG WARM UP TO OPERATING TEMPERATURE
| List of possible faults | Diagnostics | Elimination Methods |
|---|---|---|
| Faulty thermostat | Check the thermostat | Replace defective thermostat |
| Low air temperature (below -15 °С) | - | Insulate the engine: cover the slot on the front bumper with windproof material |
Knocking and clicking when turning the car
| Worn outer drive joint | Remove the drive and check the hinge. Replace pivot or drive assembly if necessary. |
| Lack of lubrication in the joint | Examine the case. Remove the drive, check the hinge. Fill the hinge with new grease in sufficient quantity, replace the damaged hinge boot. If there is play, replace the pivot or actuator assembly. |
| Badly worn intermediate bearing | Remove the bracket of the intermediate support, check the play in the bearing. Replace intermediate bearing if necessary. |
Vibrations during acceleration and deceleration
Battery faults
| The battery is discharged The starter does not crank the engine or cranks slowly, the lamps are dim | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| The car has not been used for a long time | Charge the battery with a charger or in another car |
| Loose belt tension | Tighten the alternator drive belt. |
| When the engine is off, many consumers of electricity are working (head unit of the sound reproduction system, etc.) | Reduce the number of consumers running on batteries |
| Damage to the insulation of electrical circuits, leakage of current on the surface of the battery | Check the leakage current (no more than 11 mA with disconnected consumers), clean the surface of the battery. Watch out, acid! |
| Faulty generator | See diagnostics generator malfunctions |
| Short circuit between the plates (“boiling” of the electrolyte, local heating of the battery) | Replace battery |
The indicator of lack of a charge of the rechargeable battery burns
| The indicator of the absence of a battery charge is on. The voltage of the vehicle's on-board network is below 15 V | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Loose alternator drive belt | Pull up the belt |
| Faulty voltage regulator. | Replace Regulator |
| Damaged rectifier diodes | Replace rectifier |
| The connection of the terminals of the field winding with slip rings is broken, short circuit or open circuit in the winding | Solder leads, replace alternator rotor or alternator assembly |
| An open or short circuit in the stator winding, shorting it to ground (when the generator is shorted, it howls) | Check the winding with an ohmmeter. Replace stator or generator assembly |
The voltage of the car's on-board network is above 15.1
Generator noise
| Generator noise | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Damaged generator bearings (squeal, howl). The noise remains when the wires are disconnected from the generator and disappears when the drive belt is removed | Replace rear bearing, front bearing cap or alternator assembly |
| Short circuit in the stator winding (howling). The noise disappears if you disconnect the wires from the generator | Replace stator or generator assembly |
| Short circuit in one of the diodes. The noise disappears if you disconnect the wires from the generator | Replace rectifier |
The low battery indicator does not light up
| The low battery indicator does not light up when the ignition is turned on | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Blown fuse F1 of the mounting block in the car | Find out and eliminate the cause of the burnout. Replace fuse |
| Open in the circuit "ignition switch - instrument cluster" | Check the wires from the ignition switch to the mounting block and from the mounting block to the instrument cluster |
| Ignition switch contacts not closing | Check the contact closure with a tester. Replace contact part or switch assembly |
The battery charge indicator does not light up when the ignition is turned on and does not light up when the engine is running. The voltage of the vehicle's on-board network is below 14.4 Volts
| The battery charge indicator does not light up when the ignition is turned on and does not light up when the engine is running. The voltage of the vehicle's on-board network is below 14.4 V | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Wear or sticking of brushes, oxidation of slip rings | Replace the brush holder with brushes, wipe the rings with a clean rag soaked in gasoline |
| Damaged voltage regulator | Replace voltage regulator |
| Faulty rectifier unit | Replace rectifier |
| The connection of the wire with the output of the brush holder is broken. | Reconnect the wire to the brush holder terminal |
| Soldering the field winding leads from slip rings | Solder leads or replace alternator rotor or alternator assembly |
When you press the gas pedal all the way to the floor, the kickdown mode does not turn on
| Possible causes of malfunction | Troubleshooting |
|---|---|
| Low transmission fluid level | |
| Test the engine management system (at a service center). Replace defective items | |
| Selector lever cable misadjusted, selector lever position sensor or circuits faulty | Adjust the drive (in the service center), if necessary, replace the defective cable. Check the sensor (in the service center), replace the faulty sensor |
The engine starts in other modes except "P" and "N"
| Possible causes of malfunction | Troubleshooting |
|---|---|
| The adjustment of the engine start permission sensor is violated | Adjust the position of the sensor (in the service center) |
| Faulty engine management system | |
| Gear selector cable misaligned | Adjust the drive (in the service center), if necessary, replace the cable |
Jerks when shifting gears, the car does not move when you turn on the "D" or "R"
| Possible causes of malfunction | Troubleshooting |
|---|---|
| Low liquid level in the box | Check the fluid level according to the pointer, add fluid if necessary |
| Faulty selector lever position sensor | Diagnose the sensor (in the service center), replace the faulty sensor |
| Faulty engine management system | Diagnose the engine management system (at a service center), replace faulty elements |
Lighting and light signaling
The lamps of the block headlights, lanterns do not burn
| The lamps of the block headlights, lanterns do not burn | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Bulb filament burnt out | Replace lamp |
| Blown fuse | Check the circuit protected by the blown fuse for a short to ground, replace the fuse |
| Relay contacts are oxidized, relay windings are burned out, switches are faulty | Clean contacts, replace relays, switches |
The turn signal indicator flashes at double the frequency
The turn signal switch lever does not return to its original position, the steering column switch lever does not lock
Fogging headlight lens
windshield wiper
The cleaner motor does not work, the circuit protection fuse in the mounting block is good
| The cleaner motor does not work, the circuit protection fuse in the mounting block is good | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Steering column switch malfunction | Replace faulty purifier switch |
| The brushes of the electric motor are stuck, the collector is very dirty or burnt | Eliminate stuck brushes, clean the commutator or replace the geared motor |
| Break in the motor armature winding | Replace gear motor |
| Auxiliary relay defective | Replace relay |
The cleaner motor does not work, the cleaner circuit protection fuse in the mounting block blows
| The cleaner motor does not work, the cleaner circuit protection fuse in the mounting block blows | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Brushes stuck to glass | After turning off the cleaner, carefully separate the brushes from the glass, check the integrity of the rubber scraper, restore the mobility of the brush joints |
| Wiper brushes touch body parts | Check the correct installation of the levers, straighten the deformed levers or replace the cleaner |
| Short circuit in the motor winding | Replace gear motor |
Wiper motor not intermittent
Wiper motor does not stop intermittently
| Wiper motor does not stop intermittently | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Faulty purifier relay | Replace relay |
| The petals of the limit switch are poorly pressed against the gear of the gear motor | Bend the contact petals of the limit switch |
| Limit switch contacts oxidized or burnt | Clean the contacts or replace the purifier gear motor |
Brushes stop at random position
The brushes are out of sync
Wiper motor runs but brushes do not move
Separate threads of the heating element of the rear window heating do not heat up
Not a single thread of the heating element heats up
| Not a single thread of the heating element heats up | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Faulty switch, relay, rear window heating fuse, damaged wires, oxidized or poorly connected tips, disconnected contact from the glass heating element | Faulty switch, relay, fuse, wires replace. Clean, crimp the tips. Replace glass with heating element |
Heater fan motor does not work
| Heater fan motor does not work | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Damaged wires, oxidized or loose ends | Crimp and strip ferrules, replace faulty wires |
| Wear, freezing of the motor brushes, open or short circuit in the armature winding, oxidation or wear of the collector | Clean manifold or replace motor |
| Faulty switch | Replace Switch |
Heater fan motor does not run at low speed
Coolant temperature gauge or fuel gauge not working
| Coolant temperature gauge or fuel gauge not working | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Bad pointer | Replace instrument cluster |
| Faulty sensor | Replace pointer sensor |
| Damaged wires, oxidized or loose ends | Crimp lugs, replace faulty wires |
The fuel reserve indicator is constantly on
The fuel gauge needle twitches and often deviates to zero
Warning lights do not light up
Speedometer not working
| Speedometer not working | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Faulty speed sensor | Replace speed sensor |
| Faulty speedometer | Replace instrument cluster |
Tachometer not working
Horn malfunctions
| The horn does not work | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| The signal is faulty, its switch, relay, fuse blown, wires are damaged, their tips are oxidized or poorly connected | Try restoring the sound by turning the screw on the signal housing. Strip, crimp the tips of the wires. Faulty signal, switch, relay, wires, blown fuse - replace |
| Weak, hoarse signal sound | |
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| The signal is faulty, the wires are damaged, their tips are oxidized or poorly connected | Adjust the sound by turning the screw on the signal housing. Strip, crimp the tips of the wires. Faulty signal, switch, wires - replace |
Moving the vehicle away from straight ahead (on a flat road)
| Moving the vehicle away from straight ahead (on a flat road) | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Inconsistent air pressure in tires | |
| Violation of the angles of the longitudinal inclination of the axis of rotation and / or camber of the front wheels | Adjust the angles of inclination of the axis of rotation and / or camber of the front wheels |
| Replace worn tire | |
| Replace both springs | |
| Deformed parts of the suspension and / or car body | Straighten or replace deformed parts and body panels |
| Displacement of the rear axle due to wear of the silent blocks of the rear suspension beam | Replace silent blocks |
| Braking of the wheel due to jamming of the piston of the wheel cylinder | Replace cylinder |
| Braking of the front wheel due to the loosening of the bolts securing the guide pads to the steering knuckle (caliper displaced) | Tighten the bolts |
| Braking of the rear wheel due to weakening or breakage of the return spring of the rear brake pads | Replace spring |
| Increased front wheel imbalance | Balance the wheels |
Rapid tire tread wear
| Rapid tire tread wear | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| High speed, starts with wheel spin, skid braking, cornering with skidding or skidding | |
| Tire pressure out of range | Set normal pressure |
| Contact with rubber-aggressive materials - bitumen, oil, gasoline, solvents, acids, etc. | Change tire |
| Uneven tire tread wear | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Increased wheel imbalance | Balance the wheels |
| Tire deformation, rim | Change wheel |
| Different tire pressure | Set normal pressure |
| Front wheel alignment misaligned | Adjust wheel alignment |
| High speed in corners, their passage with skidding or drifting of wheels | Observe normal speed limits |
| Deterioration of hinges, deformation of suspension or body parts | Replace hinges, deformed suspension parts, spars, body panels |
| Steering play (see also "Increased steering wheel play") | Replace worn joints, tighten threaded connections, adjust the clearance between the gear and the rack in the steering mechanism |
| Defective shock absorber | Replace both shock absorbers |
| Increased steering wheel play | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| The tightening of the nuts for fastening the ball pins of the rods has loosened | Tighten nuts |
| Increased clearance in ball joints, wear of rubber-metal joints of rods | Replace tie rod ends |
| Large gap between rail stop and nut | Adjust steering clearance |
| Steering wheel is hard to turn | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Faulty electric power steering | Replace electric booster |
| No power to electric power steering | Check the power supply of the electric amplifier, its control unit (fuse F31, F5) |
| Front suspension strut top bearing damaged | Replace bearing or support |
| Support bushing or rack stop damaged | Replace damaged parts, apply lubricant |
| Low pressure in the tires of the front wheels | Set normal pressure |
| Damaged tie rod joints | Replace tie rod ends |
| Damaged steering gear bearings | Replace bearings |
Creaking, squealing when braking
| Creaking, squealing when braking | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Limit wear of brake pads | Replace brake pads (all on the same axle at the same time) |
| Inclusion of foreign particles (sand) in the lining material | As a rule, does not require intervention (the lining can be cleaned with a wire brush) |
| Poor quality lining material | |
| Severe corrosion of the brake disc (due to poor quality disc and/or lining material) | Replace brake discs |
| Replace the pads (all on the same axle at the same time) | |
| Replace spring | |
| Wheel lock braking | Do not overbrake, use tires suitable for driving conditions |
Vibration when braking
| Vibration when braking | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Brake disc warp | Replace both disks |
| Increased axial play of the wheel (severe wear of the front wheel bearings or loosening of the hub nut) | Tighten the wheel hub nut, replace the bearing if necessary |
| Stuck piston in rear wheel cylinder | Replace cylinder |
| Brake pad has peeled off the base | Replace the pads (all on the same axle at the same time) |
| Weak or broken rear brake pad return spring | Replace spring |
| Car pulling or skidding when braking | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Replace cylinder | |
| Clogged brake lines: tubes or hoses | |
| Detachment of the lining from the base of the brake pad | Replace the block (preferably all on the same axis at the same time) |
| Lubrication of brake discs, drums, linings | Clean oily discs and drums, replace pads. Eliminate the cause of oiling |
| An ice or salt crust has formed on the surface of the overlays (in winter). Wet pads | At the beginning of the movement, at low speed, check the brakes. In the rain and after driving through deep puddles, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the brake pedal. |
| Different pressure in the tires of the left and right wheels | Set normal pressure |
| Significant difference in tire wear | Replace worn tire |
| Pressure regulator drive misadjusted | Adjust drive |
| Replace Regulator | |
| One of the circuits of the service brake system does not work (braking efficiency is significantly reduced) | Eliminate fluid leakage from the brake system, bleed the system |
| Brake disc warp | Replace both disks |
| Axial play of the wheel (severe wear of the front wheel bearings or loosening of the hub nut) | Tighten the wheel hub nut, replace the bearing if necessary |
| Ovality of the brake drum | Turn or replace the drum |
| Strut shock absorber defective | Replace both shock absorbers |
| Unequal settlement of front suspension springs | Replace both springs |
| Wheel alignment misaligned | Adjust wheel alignment |
Increased brake pedal travel
| Increased brake pedal travel (pedal "soft" or "falling through") | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Air in the brake system, leakage of brake fluid through leaks in the hydraulic drive connections, damage to the cuffs in the main brake cylinder, pressure regulator, damage to the brake pipes and hoses | Inspect all lines, their threaded connections and cylinders, eliminate leaks. Restore the normal fluid level in the brake reservoir and bleed the system. If any damage to the brake hoses (cracks, swelling or traces of brake fluid) is found, replace the hoses. If you suspect defects in the master brake cylinder, replace it with a serviceable one. |
| The rubber cuffs of the cylinders are swollen due to the ingress of oil, gasoline, etc. into the brake fluid. | |
| Overheating of the brakes | Let the brakes cool down. Use only DOT-4 brake fluids in the system. Replace brake fluid promptly |
| Increased gap between pads and drum (automatic gap adjustment device does not work) | Replace wheel cylinder, bleed system |
| One of the circuits of the working brake system does not work | Eliminate fluid leakage from the brake system, bleed the system |
| Increased (more than 0.15 mm) runout of the brake disc | Replace both disks |
Car slows down badly
| The brake pedal travel is within the normal range (the pedal is hard), but the car brakes badly | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Jamming of the piston of the wheel cylinder | Replace cylinder |
| Replace damaged tubes and hoses | |
| Lubrication of brake discs, drums, linings | |
| Complete wear of the brake linings (brake grinding) | Replace brake pads (all on the same axle at the same time) |
| Poor quality lining material | |
| Severe corrosion of the brake disc (due to poor quality disc and/or lining material) | Replace discs |
| Brake pad has peeled off the base | Replace the pads (all on the same axle at the same time) |
| Pressure regulator drive misadjusted | Adjust drive |
| Defective pressure regulator | Replace Regulator |
| The vacuum booster is faulty or the hose connecting the booster to the receiver is leaky | Check the integrity of the hose, its fit on the fittings, tightness of the clamps. Check the operation of the amplifier |
| Incomplete release of all wheels | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| No free play on the brake pedal | Adjust pedal free play |
| Replace cylinders, hoses, completely drain the brake fluid, flush the system with fresh fluid and pump | |
| Jammed master cylinder piston (due to corrosion, broken return springs) | Replace master cylinder, bleed system |
| Braking of one of the wheels with the brake pedal released | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Jamming of the piston of the wheel cylinder | Replace cylinder |
| The rubber cuffs of the cylinders are swollen due to the ingress of oil, gasoline, etc. into the brake fluid. | Replace cylinders, hoses, completely drain the brake fluid, flush the system with fresh fluid and pump |
| Clogged brake lines: tubes (due to dents) or hoses (due to swelling or delamination of rubber) | Replace damaged tubes and hoses |
| Jamming pads due to severe contamination of the supporting surfaces of the caliper | Remove the pads, clean the bearing surfaces of the pads and caliper |
| Detachment of the lining of the rear brake pad | Replace the pads (all on the same axle at the same time) |
| Weak or broken rear brake pad return spring | Replace spring |
| Deformation of the spacer bar, misalignment of the pads due to deformation of the brake shield | Straighten or replace spacer bar, brake shield |
| Weak fastening of the guide pads to the steering knuckle | Tighten the bolts |
| The parking brake is pulled, the cables are wedged in the shells | Adjust the tension of the cables, lubricate them with engine oil if the sheath is damaged or the wires of the cable are frayed, and also replace the cable if severe corrosion |
| Insufficient efficiency of the parking brake system | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Adjust drive | |
| Drive cables stuck in sheaths | Lubricate the cables with engine oil if the sheath is damaged or the cable wires are frayed, and if the cable is severely corroded, replace the cable |
| Greased brake drums, linings | Clean oily discs and drums, replace pads. Eliminate the cause of oiling |
| An ice or salt crust has formed on the surface of the overlays (in winter). Wet pads | At the beginning of the movement, at low speed, check the brakes. In the rain and after driving through deep puddles, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the brake pedal. |
When the parking brake lever is released, the wheels do not brake.
| When the parking brake lever is released, the wheels do not brake. | |
|---|---|
| Cause of malfunction | Elimination Methods |
| Incorrect drive adjustment | Adjust drive |
| After a long parking of the car, the pads stuck (or froze) to the drum | Pulling the lever or cables, try to carefully (so as not to rip off the brake linings) to turn the wheel. When parking the car, if possible, do not apply the brake, but shift into gear |
Start of production at the end of 1998. GAZ-2217 minibus - compared to the base model (GAZ-3302), the wheelbase of the Sobol (Barguzin) was reduced by 140 mm, and the gross weight was reduced by 700 kg.
Minibuses are very comfortable. Most modifications have six passenger seats, although there are also ten-seater options. There are versions of the GAZ-2217 in a compartment version, where a folding table with individual illumination is placed in the middle of the cabin - ideal for business people who need to work or communicate with partners on the road.
Some variants of the GAZ-2217 are manufactured with all-wheel drive with a 4 × 4 wheel arrangement.
Number of seats (passenger): 6
Gross weight, car 2800 kg
NODES AND UNITS
Engines:
GAZ-560 (STEYR M14): Diesel type, in-line, 4-cylinder, turbocharged and microprocessor-based fuel management system. Working volume, l 2.134. The compression ratio is 20.5. Rated power, h.p. (kW) 95 at 3800 rpm. Maximum torque, kgf * m (N * m) 20.4 at 2300 rpm. Diesel fuelZMZ-4026.10: Gasoline type, carburetor, in-line, 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, 8-valve. Working volume, l 2,445. The ignition system is electronic contactless. Compression ratio 8.2. Rated power, h.p. (kW) 100 at 4500 rpm. Maximum torque, kgf * m (N * m) 18.6 at 2500 rpm. Fuel - automobile gasoline A-92
ZMZ-4063.10: Gasoline type, carburetor, in-line, 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, 16-valve. Working volume, l 2.3. The ignition system is microprocessor. The compression ratio is 9.5. Rated power, h.p. (kW) 110 at 4500 rpm. Maximum torque, kgf * m (N * m) 19.5 at 2500 rpm. Fuel - automobile gasoline A-92
