Engine
Power supply system
The fuel tank is located under the rear floor of the body; filler cap - on the left side of the vehicle.
Exhaust system
The shape of the muffler outlet pipe has been changed.
Transmission
Main gear
The final drive gears have been modified to provide a gear ratio of 4.44.
Chassis
Rear suspension
The rear suspension springs have been changed.
Wheels
Wheels of modified design with rim size 127J-330 (5J–13).
Tires
Other size tires: bias 6.45–13 (165–330) or radial 165/80R13.
Electrical equipment
Electrical equipment diagram
The electrical circuit diagram of the VAZ-2102 differs from the circuit diagram of the VAZ-2101 only by the modified rear wiring harness (see subsection 11.1.1).
Lighting and signaling
The rear lights and the number plate light are of a different design. The trunk light has been replaced with a lampshade.
Body
Body frame
At the rear of the modified shape. Body type - "station wagon".
Doors
View of the VAZ-2102 car with an enlarged cargo area
The car has four side doors and a tailgate. The tailgate is single-leaf, with upper hinges and fixed glass. The outer handle of the tailgate is equipped with a lock with a key for unlocking the door from the outside. The dimensions of the rear side door openings differ (see Fig. Reference linear dimensions of door openings).
Seats
The rear seat has a different design. The cushion and backrest of the rear seat fold down to increase the space occupied by luggage. The cushion in the folded position protects the front seat and increases the luggage space. The backrest, set to the horizontal position, serves as a support surface.
Spare wheel and driver's tools
General view of the spare wheel compartment
The spare wheel and driver's tools are placed in the compartment under the cargo area of the trunk. To remove the spare wheel, you need to roll up the mat and unscrew the screw with a wing nut that secures the wheel to the bottom of the compartment.