The development of technology in the automotive industry is gradually pushing garage repair, so popular in the vast expanses of the former Soviet Union, into the past. To repair a modern car, you should contact a service center. However, there is one more point - in order to contact them in a timely manner, you need to know where exactly the problem is.
Delving a little deeper into history, it is worth noting that over time it became increasingly difficult for owners to control the condition of the car’s components themselves, and designers had to solve this problem. In Western countries, it received a solution back in the 80s of the last century - cars began to be equipped with a number of auxiliary devices that display all the necessary information on the panel.
Replacing the instrument cluster and light bulbs in it for a VAZ 2110, VAZ 2111, VAZ 2112
Welcome! Instrument cluster - on many cars, instrument clusters differ from each other, in some not significantly, and in others it is radically changed, but the filling in almost all remains the same, they just differ in appearance and the lights and indicators are the same , but the combination is subject to deformation and can easily be damaged, and therefore, if you take some old cars, on every second car, the combination has already changed, despite this combination is a very important thing, because if something happens to the engine, then combinations You can only determine this, you can find out the speed at which the car is moving, and you can also find out how much fuel is left in the tank without looking into the tank just by looking at the instrument cluster.
Note! To remove and install the combination, you will need: A screwdriver and pliers, if you have a standard torpedo, then you will do the work quite quickly and most likely no difficulties will even arise!
Summary:
When should you change the instrument cluster? If it stops working, there is no need to panic and go to the auto store for a new combination; first of all, check the fuse that goes to it and, if necessary, replace it with a new one; if it turns out that everything is fine with it, but the combination does not work at all, then we can assume that it has failed if some specific indicator in the combination has failed (Speedometer, for example, does not work), then in this case, perhaps the problem is not in the combination, but in the speed sensor, for example (Read the article: “Replacing the speed sensor with car"), if the fuel gauge does not work, then look at the fuel level sensor, in common parlance “FLS” (Read the article: “Replacing the FLS in a car”) or the wiring, and so on.
Reasons why the PP stopped working
It is its malfunction that often causes the shield to fail. The fact is that many car owners turn on various devices through the cigarette lighter, for example, a special vacuum cleaner, chargers, pumps and other devices. Due to the fact that these gadgets require high current, either the socket itself or fuse F19 often breaks, as a result of which the instrument panel on the VAZ-2110 does not work.
In addition, the cigarette lighter may become damaged if left on for too long. In this case, you can return the instrument panel to functionality by disconnecting the socket block. But it is worth saying that such manipulation will be successful only if fuse F19 is functioning. If it does burn out, it must be replaced.
In fact, there are not so many of them and the most common are:
- The easiest one is poor contact between the panel and the electronic control unit. The problem is solved by replacing the plug or simply cleaning the contacts.
- A breakdown in the instrument panel itself or malfunctions. To solve the problem, all connectors are reconnected, taking into account the correct connection diagram.
- Malfunctions of the tachometer, speedometer, fuel level controller. In this case, the cause is mechanical or electrical. To troubleshoot problems, replace regulators or check the operation of fuses.
- The illumination of the VAZ-1215 software stopped working. In this situation, it is necessary to find out the cause of the problem.
To check, you must turn on the hazard signal or turn signal. If they don't work, it means the fuse has blown. Therefore, we can conclude that a short circuit has occurred. To fix the problem, check the electrical circuit.
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However, it also happens that the fuse is intact and in working condition, but the instrument panel on a VAZ-2115 car stops working. Here the reason is much more difficult to find out. The solution to the problem is to remove the instrument panel and check whether voltage is flowing from this fuse to the terminals of the white and red blocks. The white block supplies power to the speedometer, tachometer, and temperature gauge. And the red one is the fuel gauge.
If, as a result of checking, the terminals show a voltage of 12 V, then this indicates that the PCB does not work as a result of poor contact of the wire that goes to the ground of the car. If the voltage of 12 V is not reflected at the terminals, then it is necessary to disassemble the mounting block and look for the cause of the problem.
How to replace the instrument cluster on a VAZ 2110-VAZ 2112?
Note! Over the entire period of production, cars of the tenth family were installed on cars of the tenth family; various combinations of instruments, as well as torpedoes, differed from each other, but we will not disassemble all the panels, but will only touch on the standard torpedo that was used on most cars of the tenth family!
Removal: 1) To get to the instrument cluster, you will first need to remove the shield, because it prevents access to the combination, the shield is secured with several screws (There are only 4 screws, two screws are located at the bottom and two more at the top, see the photos below for more details ), by unscrewing which, it can be easily removed from the car.
Note! There are buttons on the shield, you don’t have to disconnect them, but simply when the screws are unscrewed, move the shield to the side (So as not to interfere), but if you need it to be completely removed from the dashboard, then pull these buttons and remove them like this The photo below shows the connectors that are connected to them, push them inward and remove the shield completely from the dashboard (lower the steering wheel completely down, using the lever located at the bottom so that the shield does not rest against anything during removal)!
2) When the shield is retracted, using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that hold the device on the sides and, using pliers, straighten the tabs on the two clamps (see small photo), pull the combination towards you; in the rear part, two connectors should be attached to the combination There will also be (Disconnect them) the speedometer cable, if you cannot get to it and it will hold the instrument cluster (Will not allow it to come out), then disconnect this cable from the box.
Instrument panel - replacing VAZ-2112 lamps
Comment. When searching for a faulty lamp, keep in mind that the shield is upside down. The location of the lamps on the front side of the instrument panel will be mirrored.
Location of lamps on the instrument panel:
1, 5, 7, 8, 20 — backlight lamps; 2 — socket for connecting the red block of the wiring harness; 3 — control lamp of right turn indicators; 4 — control lamp of left turn indicators; 6 — socket for connecting the white block of the wiring harness; 9 — reserve socket (airbag warning lamp); 10 — warning lamp for emergency oil pressure; 11 — indicator lamp for turning on the parking brake; 12 — battery charge indicator lamp; 13 — warning lamp for turning on the hazard warning lights; 14 - warning lamp for malfunction of the engine management system; 15 — odometer display backlight lamp; 16 — control lamp for turning on the high beam headlights; 17 - warning lamp for insufficient brake fluid level; 18 — control lamp for turning on external lighting; 19 - fuel reserve warning lamp
Location of lamps on the dashboard of the VAZ 2110
In order to replace a specific light bulb, you need to clearly know its location. Let's look at the dashboard of a VAZ 2110 car and find out which light bulb is responsible for what.
The purpose and location of the dashboard lights of a VAZ 2110 car, where:
- 1, 5, 7, 8, 12, 15 and 20 – illumination of the pointer instrument system;
- 3 – control of the right direction indicator;
- 4 – control of the left turn signal;
- 9 – emergency low oil pressure;
- 10 – parking brake;
- 11 – the generator is faulty (the battery does not charge);
- 13 – activation of the alarm;
- 14 – malfunction of engine systems;
- 16 – control of turning on the high beam;
- 17 – critically low brake fluid level;
- 18 – control of turning on external lighting (side lights and low beam);
- 19 – critical fuel level sensor (reserve 6-7 l).
What lamps are installed and how many of them?
The VAZ instrument panel is illuminated and the status of the vehicle’s components is indicated using 12 V 1.2 W incandescent lamps, which are installed in a 2W2 socket. The lamp is easily pulled out of the socket - you just need to pull it with your fingers; it can be purchased either separately or with a socket. In total, 20 lamps are used for lighting and indication in the instrument panel for the VAZ 2110, and they are inexpensive - 5-10 rubles. (at the time of writing) depending on brand (without cartridge).
VAZ car lamp installed in a socket and without it
If desired, instead of incandescent lamps, you can install LED ones in the VAZ instrument panel - they are produced for the same voltage with the same standard size and can be either with or without a socket. By the way, in the latest modifications of dozens of VAZs, LED light sources have already been installed.
LED bulbs without socket and with socket for VAZ 2110
Why are LEDs better?
First of all, they have a longer service life (up to 20-30,000 hours instead of 1,000 for incandescent lamps). They are not afraid of vibrations and are 8 times more economical. But you have to pay for all this in the literal sense of the word: LED light bulbs are many times more expensive than their conventional incandescent counterparts. If you consider that there are 20 of them in the VAZ panel, the amount will be considerable.
Be careful with the generator warning lamp; based on feedback from our readers, it is better to replace it only with the same one.
Problems when paying with bank cards
Error codes on the instrument panel of the VAZ-2112: decoding
Sometimes difficulties may arise when paying with Visa/MasterCard bank cards. The most common of them:
- There is a restriction on the card for paying for online purchases
- A plastic card is not intended for making payments online.
- The plastic card is not activated for making payments online.
- There are not enough funds on the plastic card.
In order to solve these problems, you need to call or write to the technical support of the bank where you are served. Bank specialists will help you resolve them and make payments.
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How to remove the tidy
On a VAZ 2110, removing the dashboard from the dashboard is not difficult, and the only tools you need are a Phillips screwdriver and pliers or a wrench. With their help, we will remove the positive terminal from the battery before starting work. So, lower the steering wheel and unscrew the 4 screws that secure the decorative trim.
Releasing the decorative trim on the VAZ 2110
After this, we pull the cover towards ourselves, and it can be easily removed, hanging on the wires of the switches. To prevent the cover from getting in the way, the wires from the switches can be disconnected - they are on the connectors.
Disconnecting wires from switches and removing buttons located on the decorative trim
Before disconnecting the connectors, do not forget to label them so as not to mix them up during assembly!
So, now we have a tidy in front of us, which is held in place by two screws located on the sides.
The instrument panel is secured with two screws
We unscrew them and carefully remove the panel, not forgetting that it is also on the wires. In principle, the wires supplying the instrument console in the VAZ do not need to be disconnected, since their length is sufficient to replace the lamps.
The ten have long enough wires, they allow you to replace light bulbs without disconnecting the connectors
Deep revision
It is also advisable to add lighting - using an LED strip. You can take a white one, or a colored one. Preferably something that is not too harsh on the eyes – perhaps blue or green, depending on the owner’s taste.
Today, blue light is the most popular - it gives good visibility of readings on all instruments, but does not interfere with the driver’s ability to see the road clearly.
Another good idea is to make the arrows glow a different color. To do this, they need to be cleaned of old, red paint, and then painted white.
It could be nitro enamel or, even simpler, white nail polish. A color LED must be installed next to the needle on the instrument scale. The arrow, changing its position, will be colored differently.
Additionally, when using only white light, a colored overlay will help. That is, even without electrical intervention, the colored film overlay will change its appearance.
If possible, the light filter is removed, and the backing is decorated with an overlay, and here you can get creative with different materials and colors (electrical tape, colored tape, colored vinyl film). Such an overlay will significantly transform the panel and make it exclusive.
Restoring the backlight and changing the warning lamps
We remove the light bulb that needs to be replaced (the purpose of the light bulbs is in the first photo of the article). To do this, turn the socket counterclockwise 90 degrees, and it will easily come out along with the light bulb.
Replacing a light bulb without disconnecting the power wires on a VAZ 2110
We remove the burnt device from the socket, insert a new one in its place and install the socket with the lamp in place, turning it 90 degrees, but clockwise. After this, we install the terminal on the battery, turn on the ignition and check the operation of the VAZ panel, performing the appropriate manipulations: turn on the hand parking brake, headlights, turn indicators, high beam headlights, etc. If everything is in order, then install the panel and decorative trim in place .
Fuse blown
As already mentioned, a malfunction of this panel element often leads to failure of the entire panel. You can find fuse F6 in the mounting block
If it does burn out, it is very important to identify the cause of the breakdown. Otherwise, the new part will repeat the fate of the previous part and will burn out in the same way.
Often the cause of the breakdown lies in a banal electrical circuit short circuit. Once the initial problem has been identified and corrected, you simply need to replace the fuse with a new part.
By the way, often the malfunction of this part becomes the reason that the dashboard and turn signals on the VAZ-2110 do not work. So, if you encounter such a problem, you can safely change the fuse.
