Recommendations for self-installation of fog lights on the Lada Granta liftback

Fog lights (FTL) are not a mandatory option in any of the cars. But their presence allows the driver in a certain situation to have significant preferences. These devices can expand the light beam and significantly improve visibility in adverse weather conditions:

• in fog;
• during rain;
• in snowfall;
• during the night period.

With the help of PTF, the exterior of any car looks more expressive.

Most representatives of the VAZ model range, due to their “budget” origin, are not equipped with anti-fog optics as standard. Among them there is a popular modification - Lada Granta.

Connecting PTF to this model will not cause any difficulties. Implementing this activity yourself will save on your budget.

Attention! To successfully install fog lighting devices, you will need basic knowledge in the field of auto electrics. If there are none, then a rational option would be to contact a special service.

Preparatory stage (selection of PTF for Lada Granta)

The range of PTFs is not large; it is represented by several domestically produced models. Some owners claim that PTFs from Opel and Ford are compatible, but the information has not been verified.

Name / manufacturer / article	Price, rub.)
LADA Granta (VAZ 2190) / Kalina 2 / LADA Largus OSRAM Kit 21900-3743010	from 2800
Kit 21900-3743011	—/—
—/— 2190-3743011	—/—
—/— 2190-3743010	—/—
PTF wiring kit for LADA Granta (2190 2874498)	from 600
PTF "LUCH" set 1118-3743010/11	from 1800
PTF glass (02B08507) Granta / Kalina 2 / Largus, Datsun	from 750
AUTOMOTIVE LIGHTING / BOSCH (982469641)	from 2000

*prices are as of September 22, 2018.

Procedure for self-installation of fog lights on a Lada Granta liftback

We place the car on a flat platform with access around the perimeter.

1. We dismantle the front bumper along with the radiator grille.
2. Using a milling cutter, we cut holes in the openings for the PTF.
3. We install the fog lights and secure them to the fasteners.
4. We connect the blocks with wires.
5. Reinstall the bumper. We check the functionality of the system.

Step-by-step process for preparing and installing fog lights

In the auto store we purchase: PTF, corrugation (at least 3.0 m), adapters - adapters for PTF with standard wiring.

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• To remove the front bumper, unscrew three self-tapping screws on each side, four plastic clips, three “10” bolts in the lower perimeter;
• We remove the structure along with the radiator grille;

It is important to know!!! In the Norma and Standard models, there is no hole for adjusting the fog lights. The owners independently cut out a diameter of “8”. In the Liftback body modification, the opening is factory-made.

• We cut out the opening for the fog lights along the contour, it is factory-made;
• To make it smooth, treat the surface with a household hairdryer;
• We fix the headlights on three standard mounts;
• We connect adapters to each of the lamps, since the standard block with wires is short, its length is not enough;
• We put on the front bumper, screw it in with bolts and plastic clips.

conclusions

As you can see for yourself, in order to carry out a competent and correct installation of the PTF on the Grant frets, great skills and knowledge are not required. You just need to strictly follow our instructions and maintain skill and patience.

The last step will be to adjust the PTF so that driving the car is safe not only for you, but also for all other drivers traveling in the opposite direction.

In the standard configuration Norma, Standard, Lux, Liftback, fog lights (hereinafter referred to as PTF) are not installed in the front bumper. Instead of accessories, plastic plugs are built in. Let's look at how to install fog lights on a Granta liftback step by step below.

Wiring diagram for fog lights Lada Granta liftback

Engine compartment

• We lay an additional wire from the right PTF headlight to the left one. We solder it and bring it into the engine compartment to connect to the relay.
• We fix the mass to the body at the place where the bumper is attached, maybe under the license plate, in the center.
• Do not forget to lay all electrical wiring in a corrugated material made of fireproof material.

Interior of the Lada Granta liftback car

• We lay the corrugated hose through the hole in the hydraulic corrector seal.
• The connection is best made at the ignition switch. That is, when turned off, the headlights will go out automatically.
• Open the glove box lid, press the side stops, and remove the lid.
• We stretch our hand into the cavity and carefully squeeze out the block of two buttons for controlling the heated glass and PTF.
• We power the minus from the heater button. Plus we won’t take it, since they will be activated at the same time.
• We connect the positive cable and install the unit again.
• We connect to the positive from the ignition switch unit (blue wire), it is located under the steering wheel.
• Finally, we power the relay - regulator: ground - wire from the button - end to the PTF - plus to the ignition.

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In each specific configuration, the color scheme of the wire may differ. Read the diagram in the instruction manual for details. Classic colors: red, yellow, blue, brown. If you do not want to supply power through the ignition switch, the connection diagram is simplified with one less procedure.

Connection to the vehicle's on-board electrical network

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gas tank volume Lada Granta liftback Fog lights are connected to the vehicle's on-board network according to the classical scheme with a power relay, which is controlled by a low-current circuit of the power button. In this case, you must be guided by the electrical diagram included in the installation kit. Connecting headlights to the on-board electrical network of a LADA Granta car can be done in two ways:

1. 1. Using the new external lighting control unit from the LADA Granta in the “Lux” configuration.
2. 2. By installing the power button in any convenient place.

However, in any case, it is necessary to remove the battery from the car and extend the electrical wiring through the engine compartment into the car interior. In this case, the wiring must be hidden in the corrugation.

The wires in the engine compartment are routed along the side member, leading the ends of the wires into the cabin and to the installed fog lights. The wiring is fixed with plastic ties. Next, connect the fog lights and proceed to work inside the car. The wiring into the cabin is pulled through a standard hole in the engine panel. It is best to place the relay in an area located behind the exterior lighting control module. In addition, the external lighting control unit must be dismantled, for which:

• remove the cover of the mounting block;
• Unscrew the screw securing it to the dashboard and move the block as far as the wires will allow;
• disconnect the plug and remove the unit.

The wires are connected as follows:

1. 1. Power relay (98.3747).

• to pin 87 - “+” wires from the fog lights;
• to pin 85 - control wire from the power button;
• to pin 30 - from the “+” terminal of the battery;
• to pin 86 - connect “-” to the on-board network.

1. 2. Button for turning on the fog lights (991.3710).

• to pin 1 - wire from pin 85 of the power relay;
• to pin 2 - “+12 V” wire from the ignition switch;
• to contact “B” - wire “+12 V” from the side lights switching circuit;
• to contact “A” - wire “-” of the on-board network;
• Contacts “D” and “1” are connected to each other by a jumper.

After finishing the work, you need to reinstall the external lighting control unit and connect the battery to the on-board network. After this, it is recommended to verify the correct installation using an Avometer and only then check the functionality of the fog lights installed on the LADA Granta car.

To increase the comfort of movement and safety of a domestic car in poor visibility conditions, many car owners prefer to additionally install fog lights (FTL).

But not all AvtoVAZ models have seats for additional lighting fixtures.

For example, for the Lada Granta, only possible installation locations are molded in the front bumper:

• The holes are not through;
• There are no plugs;
• The wiring is not connected.

The problem can be solved in two ways:

1. Or purchase a new bumper with holes already cut out. For example, from companies involved in tuning AvtoVAZ models; (see also article)
2. Or you yourself cut out the holes for the fog lights on the Grant - installation, accordingly, will also be done by yourself.

Experienced car owners advise cutting holes in the bumper themselves. The rest of the story will be about how to install fog lights on a Grant yourself.

Step-by-step instructions for installing a rear fog light

Many Lada Granta Liftback car owners are surprised to hear about this, but it is a fact. Of course, we are not talking about PTF in its classic form, but about a laser brake light. It is installed in the rear of the car and informs the driver behind about the vehicle. Since there is no strictly defined installation location, it is customary to fix it in the area of ​​the license plate, under the lower contour of the bumper, in the spoiler. There are known cases of embedding an accessory inside.

A bright red light beam informs drivers behind, preventing accidents. The brake light is also used when it is necessary to notify the driver of the need to switch the high beam headlights. An alternative way to use lighting when backing up or parking in conditions of limited visibility. The maximum effective beam length is 25.0 meters. Exceeding the length does not guarantee the quality of lighting.

The voltage is supplied from the left/right brake light. Activation is possible either by pressing the brake pedal or by a separate button. The owner makes the decision based on personal beliefs. In practice, activation occurs with an autonomous button, since when driving backwards it is not always advisable to use the standard brake pedal. It is strictly forbidden to point the laser beam at the windshield area behind the driving driver.

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What is included in the standard Lada Granta liftback package

As you may have already noticed, the Lada Granta bumper is a single molded plastic form, in the body of which there are places for fog lights, hidden by plugs. The next step is to cut out these plugs.

1. It's best to mark the location for the cutout first.
2. This work should be carried out with extreme care and precision. In order to cut holes, you can use either a regular stationery knife or more professional equipment - a drill.
3. In any case, accuracy and complete avoidance of haste are the key to perfect completion of the task. However, no matter what you use to cut these holes, they will in any case require treatment to remove burrs, irregularities and burrs. It is also not important to carry out these works with just one thing, be it a file, sandpaper or a grinding attachment of a drill, the main thing is that the result is an evenly cut hole with clean and smooth edges.
4. After carrying out these operations, you can proceed directly to the installation of fog lights.

Installation of PTF via a separate button

You just need to take a special kit for connecting the PTF for Lada cars of the Kalina/Priora/Grant family. This kit includes all the necessary materials, as well as detailed installation instructions. Still, as a rule, the main drawback of this wiring is the short wires for the PTF power button, but they can be extended without problems by cutting in the required length of wires.

Everything you need is already included in this set.

Installation should be carried out strictly according to the instructions, leading the wires from the PTF directly to the mounting block, along the bumper and side member, laying the wiring to the button itself

It is important to secure all wires with plastic clamps and place the wires in a corrugated tube where they are subject to maximum wear.

Reviews

№	Positive
1.	Kirill , 36 years old: after purchasing a Lada Grant from the showroom, I immediately purchased a PTF from OSRAM 21900-3743010. I didn’t install it at the service station because I can do it myself. In general, I am satisfied with the quality of lighting, no complaints.
2.	Vitaly , 29 years old: it is obvious that there are not enough foglights out of the box. I often drive at night and need a good view of the road. Since I don’t understand manufacturers, I entrusted it to a specialist at a service station. PTF Lada Granta liftback - my advice.
3.	Georgiy , 37 years old: I’ve been working as a taxi driver for the second year, my shift often ends after one in the morning. The disadvantage of the standard lighting system is obvious. I bought a “LUCH” set 1118-3743010/11 at the market. The cost is 1850 rubles, the quality is good, installation couldn’t be simpler.
4.	Victor , 25 years old: I work as an entrepreneur, purchasing goods from hundreds of kilometers away. By morning the products should be on the counter. To help the standard headlights, I installed PTF. Second week, no complaints.
5.	Maxim , 28 years old: I leave my positive review of BOSCH fog lights (982469641). Special thanks to the store manager for his practical advice.
6.	Konstantin , 37 years old: during scheduled maintenance, he ordered the service of installing a PTF from a technician. I chose OSRAM 21900-3743010 because the price and quality are at a decent level. Numerous positive reviews.
7.	Vladimir , 48 years old: I was a little upset by the lack of fog lights from the box on the Lada Granta liftback. I had to install it myself last weekend. The lighting is good, no complaints.
Negative
1.	Alexander , 36 years old: not only are fog lights not included in the kit, but they also provide poor lighting. We are talking about a domestic manufacturer. Installed by BOSCH (982469641). I use it myself and recommend it to others.
2.	Vitaly , 39 years old: installed domestic PTF OSRAM 21900-3743010. I regretted buying it, wasted money. The quality is below average, the angle of inclination is several degrees. I don't recommend it.
3.	Vyacheslav , 37 years old: not happy with the installed fog lights, they don’t cover the side of the road, visibility is mediocre, the light is dim.

Conclusion Every product has its own buyer. If you don’t find fault with a budget car, which is the Lada Granta Liftback, the quality of PTF lighting is good, it is enough for visibility. Of course, when compared with headlights from foreign brands in the premium segment, the advantage of the latter is obvious. In order to increase the service life of accessories, purchase products exclusively from certified points of sale. Require the provision of documents, check the functionality on site.

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Which fog lights are better for Granta: Kirzhach or Bosch

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In more expensive trim levels, the Lada Granta is equipped from the factory with a set of fog lights produced by Avtosvet LLC, Kirzhach. Judging by the reviews of the owners, they work well. There is also a set produced in Tolyatti, which was also equipped with factory cars. Its catalog number is 2190-3743010 and 2190-3743011. The average price of good domestic fog lights is about 40-50 dollars.

What is included in the PTF Grant kit

The PTF kit for Granta includes:

1. Fog light relay.
2. Connecting wires complete with connectors.
3. PTF power button.
4. About three meters of corrugation.
5. Fog lights.

In some cases, you will have to purchase additional inserts for the front bumper, matching the body color, or unpainted. On sedans, as a rule, there are no inserts and you have to cut the holes for the foglights yourself.

Bosch, Kirzhach, or SE?

There are a lot of opinions on choosing the best fog lights for Granta. As a rule, the public does not have much trust in inexpensive Chinese brands, of which there are also plenty on the market. They are preferred by PTF LLC Avtosvet (Kirzhach) and Ryazan Bosch. There is an opinion that:

• Bosch fog lights are equipped with thicker glass and have valves to remove moisture;
• the distance from the lamp to the glass in Ryazan PTF is greater, so the glass does not heat up as much and does not break;
• PTF Kirzhach often suffer from glass damage, both due to temperature changes and mechanical damage.

Fog lights of the third type, from the SE configuration to a standard place in the bumper, are not recommended by many to be installed due to poor build quality and thin glass