Are you looking for an answer to the question: how to remove a dashboard on a VAZ-2107? At first glance, the procedure for dismantling it looks quite simple. However, in order to prevent accidental damage to individual components of the panel and its breakdown, you will have to perform a number of rather complex manipulations. In our article you will find step-by-step instructions that will make your task much easier.
Dismantling the VAZ-2107 dashboard
Removing the dashboard on a classic “Seven” is quite simple. This procedure is necessary when replacing lamps or electrical appliances, as well as if you want to tune the VAZ-2107 torpedo. The work is not a difficult process: it does not require special tools or extensive knowledge in the plumbing field.
Step-by-step procedure for dismantling the VAZ-2107 dashboard:
- the ground cable is disconnected from the battery terminal;
- the levers of the heating device are removed using a screwdriver;
- the protective plug is removed from the bolt responsible for fastening the panel;
- the bolt is unscrewed, after which the panel is dismantled;
- the speedometer cable nut is unscrewed, after which the device itself is removed;
- the voltage supply cables are disconnected from the economizer;
- the wire blocks are removed;
- The dashboard is removed.
After the structure is removed, you can begin work on replacing any of its components and elements. You can install the device using the same instructions, the steps of which are performed in reverse order.
Recommendations to avoid problems during the process of removing the torpedo
If you intend to remove the dashboard in a VAZ-2107 car for the first time, be sure to follow the following rules:
- When removing the upper part of the steering column protective cover, be careful not to damage the ignition switch O-ring. This part is made of rather flimsy rubber that cannot withstand strong mechanical stress;
- Mark all connectors, wires and switches that you remove to gain easy access to the dashboard. They will avoid confusion during the installation process;
- When removing the additional dashboard, do not try to use force, as there is a fairly high risk of breaking the plastic clips. Finding a replacement for them will not be so easy.
Choosing the right dashboard
Dismantling the old torpedo
If we talk about which car the panel fits the VAZ 2107 from, then auto mechanics recommend installing a torpedo from a BMW or Volga 3110. Often, “Seven” car owners prefer the second option. The main task in this case is to install the oval panel into a square one. A BMW torpedo, unlike its domestic counterpart, does not require the installation of additional plastic.
When deciding which panel is best suited for the VAZ 2107, you need to take into account that the dashboard from the 3110 car model has a different shape. To install it, the corners are removed and additional work is carried out to adjust this structure.
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What kind of torpedo can be installed on a VAZ 2107
Standard "seven" torpedo
The VAZ 2107 device panel is a set of auxiliary units that notify the driver about the current state of the vehicle. The panel is dismantled to replace certain devices that have failed. It is also removed during partial repairs. It includes the following elements:
- engine oil pressure indicator,
- speedometer,
- tachometer and so on.
Before you find out which machine you can install a panel from, you should take into account the placement and properties of the parts that make up the original structure. The left part of the VAZ 2107 torpedo consists of the following parts.
- Engine efficiency sensor, where the reddish sector indicates an uneconomical mode, and the greenish sector indicates better engine performance.
- Cooling water temperature sensor, where the snow-white sector is associated with a cool engine, and the greenish sector is associated with the operating mode. If the engine boils, the reddish sector will light up.
- Tachometer responsible for the crankshaft speed.
On the right side of the native device panel there are:
- speedometer - indicates the speed of the vehicle, while the counter at the bottom indicates the total mileage of the car, and the top one is responsible for the local mileage (the data is reset as needed);
- fuel sensor - presented in the form of a warning light, which lights up when there is less than 5 liters of gasoline in the tank;
- battery charge sensor, where the reddish sector indicates that the battery is discharged, greenish - normal, yellowish - the power supply is being recharged.
Instrument panel VAZ 2114 on VAZ 2107 from Auto overhaul
Finding which element of the above is the most important is unrealistic. Each unit plays its role in the safe movement of the vehicle. It is worth noting that between the right and left parts of the original VAZ 2107 panel there is a direction indicator and a set of light bulbs.
- Informs about the opening of the air damper.
- Signaling about lack of battery charge.
- Dimensional.
- Distant world.
- Informs about lack of oil pressure.
- Notifying when the parking brake is used.
Return to contents
VAZ 2107 car enthusiasts are thinking about which dashboard fits their car best. Before you make a choice, you should figure out how to remove the original panel. To begin with, it is recommended to remove the plastic decorative handles from the control levers. Then the handle is removed from the mileage reset button. On the right side of these levers, the decorative plug is removed.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw that holds the VAZ 2107 torpedo. The next step is to disconnect the speedometer drive cable from it. To do this, unscrew the knurled nut. Next, the vacuum supply hose and the bags with wires are disconnected, which are first marked.
As necessary, repair work is carried out, including changing the light bulbs of the main devices. The procedure is carried out by scrolling the cartridge counterclockwise. Dismantling work involves unscrewing the nut securing the holders to the torpedo body.
If we talk about which car the panel fits the VAZ 2107 from, then auto mechanics advise installing a torpedo from a BMW or Volga 3110. Often, “Seven” car enthusiasts prefer the second option. The main task in this case is to install a round panel into a square one. A BMW torpedo, unlike its Russian counterpart, does not require the installation of additional plastic.
Torpedo 2107 Part 6
The installation involves the use of a soldering iron, scissors, and a gas stove. For best functioning, tanks from an engine chisel are installed under the hood of the newest torpedo. When deciding which panel is best suited for the VAZ 2107, you must take into account that the dashboard from the 3110 car model has a different shape. To install it, the corners are removed and additional work is carried out to adjust this structure.
Before deciding which panel can be installed, it should be borne in mind that at any moment the original VAZ 2107 torpedo may be returned. If such a procedure is carried out without the help of others, it is recommended to use a book on repairing classics. It will take a lot of time to complete the work.
When connecting the wires, you must remember that one goes to ground, and the second goes to the panel to the corresponding contact. It is recommended to label which connector goes where. To operate the speedometer, a speed sensor from model 2110 with 6 pulses is installed. If the “seven” is armed with an econometer, it is recommended to install a tee from 2106 on 2 sensors, including a pressure sensor from the 402 motor.
The panel from the BVM is also suitable for the VAZ 2107 torpedo. But not all car owners know which model. It is recommended to use a torpedo from a BMW E30 with some modifications. It will be necessary to install front electric windows. This is due to the fact that with this panel the handles will interfere with closing the doors. Because the gearshift knob in the standard position is not suitable for use with this torpedo, you will have to bend the gearbox lever. The stove also requires certain configurations.
Auto mechanics know everything about the features of the upcoming work. For example, the torpedo from this BMW model is somewhat larger, but when installing it there is no need for severe configurations.
The advantages of the new panel include:
- huge characteristics - the length of the hood has increased by 10 cm,
- the height of the car increased by 5 cm,
- about 20 liters added. pp., of which 5 l. With. within 2 days it takes new caps on the disks.
BMW E34 torpedo for VAZ 2107 and interior tuning
Increased attention should be paid to fastening. Small screws are used for this. Aspects of the work also include installing the steering column casing - it will need to be cut. Some VAZ 2107 car enthusiasts trim the torpedo itself, but adjusting the casing to the required dimensions is much easier. This must be done carefully.
Panel or torpedo?
Which torpedo is suitable for the VAZ 2107? The issue is complex, but completely solvable. Just to begin with, you should determine how radical the alterations will need to be made. Such tuning can be done in two ways:
- Replacing the dashboard;
- Replacement of the entire torpedo.
The first option will allow you to get by with little expense and replace the panel with another one that suits you more. You just have to adjust the socket a little in size. It is somewhat more difficult to install a new panel. At the same time, it must be suitable in size and provide the ability to connect all vehicle systems. The final choice depends on your ultimate goals and capabilities.
Gazelle dashboard
When replacing the instrument panel on a VAZ-2107, the equally popular Gazelle often becomes the donor. Despite the fact that the manufacturer of these two machines is the same, the work will be more complex. The Gazelle panel has large dimensions and also has a completely different configuration, shape and size. You will also have to tinker with the electrical wiring: you will need a number of adapters, as well as knowledge from the field of electrical engineering.
In such work, you will have to use a jigsaw and a soldering station to resolder the adapters. This is a rather painstaking procedure that should be approached with special care.
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Tuning VAZ 2107 with a torpedo from BMW e-34
Also, this appearance has no attractiveness. Therefore, many drivers replace dashboards. The issue is complex, but completely solvable. Just to begin with, you should determine how radical the alterations will need to be made. Such tuning can be done in two ways: Replacing the dashboard; Replacement of the entire torpedo.
The first option will allow you to get by with little expense and replace the panel with another one that suits you more. You just have to adjust the socket a little in size. Feeling upset, I turned on the TV. A few minutes later an idea came. Light bulbs may also not work. And I didn’t check the devices at the time of purchase. 4 light bulbs did not work, I cleaned three, and pulled out one penny from the original instrument panel. It would have cost a little money if there had been a bug in the circuitry of my adapter - it would have been a break of about two months until I recovered my strength.
So the process was completed completely unexpectedly. It was Saturday outside, I got up in the morning and, as always on Saturdays, went to the car market.
Steering wheel improvement
The steering wheel is the main control element of the car, so it must be comfortable to operate and suitable in size. In the VAZ 2107, the main disadvantage of the steering wheel is its large size, which slows down the steering speed and impairs maneuverability.
I got behind the wheel of my brother’s “Seven” several times when I was studying at a driving school, and there was a catastrophic lack of lessons with an instructor. In my opinion, the steering wheel is really uncomfortable. It is large, but the rim is quite thin, and it is uncomfortable to hold. And it is not located very well - in the turning position it noticeably covers the dashboard and, unfortunately, is not adjustable. Our steering wheel also had a feature - either constructive, or the wheel alignment was poorly adjusted - the car drives straight not with the steering wheel in a straight position, but with the steering wheel turned slightly to the right.
The easiest type of tuning that will help cope with external defects of the steering wheel, for example, abrasions, is to install a braid on its rim. It also makes control more convenient, since your hands will no longer slide on the steering wheel.
To replace the steering wheel, the old steering wheel must be removed. Car stores sell sports steering wheels for the VAZ 2107. You can also install a steering wheel from a foreign car on the “Seven”, but not from just any car; it must fit the mounts. Alternatively, you can go to an auto-disassembly shop with your steering wheel and choose the right one there.
A more technically complex tuning option is to install hydraulic or electric power steering.
Changing the torpedo
Some drivers are not satisfied with the appearance of the torpedo on the VAZ 2107. Sometimes this element from the “five” may be installed on the car. In this case, a purely practical inconvenience is added to the unpleasant appearance. You have to close the glove compartment with a universal “lock”, or rather, seal it with tape. Otherwise it will constantly open. Therefore, you can change the torpedo.
Of our models, the best fit is a spare part from a VAZ 2115. You just have to use polyurethane foam to seal small non-joints. Of the foreign cars, the best fit here is a torpedo from a BMW E30
. She will look much more advantageous.
There is another option, install a torpedo from a Toyota Camry
.
It is slightly wider than the standard part. Therefore, for a more accurate installation, you will have to trim the torpedo a little from the bottom on the sides. But even in this case, it will interfere with the window regulators. So get ready to install electric lifts right away. This will be the best option. You will also have to struggle with installing the steering wheel cover.
The standard cover will not fit into the steering wheel opening on the BMW dashboard. Therefore, craftsmen usually perform adjustments. Some people cut the panel, but it is much easier to cut off the excess from the casing. It is better to use standard mounts from the original torpedo, only they are slightly bent. Often the torpedo can sag downwards, so it is advisable to immediately provide support.
Backlight
LEDs are now commonly used. The beauty of them is that installation is very simple and quick. Plus, there are quite a few colors available. Choosing one of them that best matches the interior design or body paint will allow you to turn your “seven” into a real masterpiece.
As a rule, it is enough to install only a dozen diodes on one panel to radically modernize its appearance. They are connected to each other by a loop of wires. Additionally, they are matted with fine sandpaper - without this operation they will burn too brightly.
Optimal location:
- four pieces in the corners of the dimensional devices;
- one diode for two small sensors;
- the rest is your choice.
Installation highlights
Before deciding which panel you can install, you should take into account that the original VAZ 2107 torpedo can be returned at any time. If such a procedure is carried out independently, it is recommended to use a book on repairing classics. It will take a lot of time to complete the work.
When connecting the wires, you need to remember that one goes to ground, and the second goes to the panel to the corresponding contact. It is recommended to label which connector goes where. To operate the speedometer, a speed sensor from model 2110 with 6 pulses is installed. If the “seven” is equipped with an econometer, it is recommended to install a tee from 2106 on 2 sensors, including a pressure sensor from engine 402..
Video: tuning the “Seven” dashboard
Now let's tune the instrument panel
Tip: before starting work, you need to align the speedometer arrow and the limiter, and make a mark on the side to recognize the position after removal.
First, let's remove the old VAZ dials and install new ones. After this, we install the speedometer needles, but you need to remember that the pins bend. But you need to remember that we have drawn where the speedometer needles should be installed. After all this, carefully glue the sticker you have chosen, and before gluing it is necessary to degrease the surface. And don’t forget to glue the film correctly so that there are no distortions or balloons.
To install the LED pendant, I use two methods for installing the backlight. The first is behind the scale, the second is the illumination of the entire panel. Each driver chooses his own method, but you need to know that in the first case the backlight will be brighter than in the second, but you will have to spend more effort on soldering the LEDs.
The power supply for these LEDs must be designed for an operating voltage of 12 Volts. For the first option, you need to remove all standard light bulbs and install LEDs instead. Then we check them, for this we supply power.
For the second option, you can put four LEDs, in different places on the panel (where you need more illumination), or six, put three on top, three on the bottom. But in this case, you will need to solder additional wires to connect the LEDs. If the LEDs do not match the places for them, you can use glue.
Installation of ready-made tuned devices on a VAZ 2107
The dimensions and connectors of the finished devices, which are intended for upgrading the “tidy”, do not differ from the standard ones. Installing them is not a problem.
It is almost impossible to confuse the connection of connectors to devices - they differ in shape.
The only thing you should pay attention to if you choose this method of tuning a VAZ 2107 torpedo is the speedometer cable. It is installed in a braid so that it can be easily removed towards the interior. In this case, it may become disengaged with the speedometer drive at the gearbox. If this happens, then after tightening the fastening nut on the speedometer, the latter will not work. To avoid having to remove the dashboard again and fix the problem, you should check the position of the cable before installing the nut.
After attaching the cable, all that remains is to tighten the self-tapping screw securing the dashboard and install the decorative trims and the daily mileage reset button in place.
The installation of additional instruments and indicators on the VAZ 2107 dashboard depends only on the tastes and imagination of the car owner.
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Introduction
The domestic VAZ-2107 is in many ways inferior to its foreign counterparts; many car enthusiasts complain about the too simple interior decoration, which does not have original features. However, competent tuning of the VAZ-2107 torpedo allows you to transform the vehicle beyond recognition, raising the level of previous parts to standard elements of expensive foreign cars. Due to its simplicity and classic design, the dashboard can be modified by the owner as much and as desired. Let's consider the main points of improvements to the torpedo and beard of the domestic VAZ-2107.
Console tuning
Tuning the VAZ-2107 console is an optimization of the front panel, as a result of which many useful features and advantages can appear in the car, such as a new tape recorder, clock or cigarette lighter. Refinement of the beard of the VAZ-2107 allows you to make the vehicle more original and functional. Anyone can, through simple improvements, install a player, a modern clock, a USB socket, devices for monitoring the electrical network and small “pockets” for small items in the car.
Among the main tools, without which tuning the standard beard of a VAZ-2107 is impossible, it is worth noting: an electric jigsaw and drill; "grinder"; locksmith corner; a simple pencil; ruler; glue and stapler for furniture.
Do-it-yourself tuning of the VAZ-2107 beard may involve the manufacture of a new panel, which will initially have special areas for the location of switches and indicators. The easiest way to tune the console is with ordinary plywood with a thickness of about 6 mm. It is advisable to use artificial leather as finishing materials, which perfectly matches the color with the rest of the interior elements. Recently, car owners have even adapted to introducing carbon fiber.
Tuning the VAZ-2107 beard can be done with the help of a comprehensive modernization, which will “radically” change the interior of the car. Replacement on doors and other interior elements can be made using carbon fiber and leatherette. The new console will need to be positioned in place of the factory fixture, which must first be dismantled. By removing a standard beard, the motorist can quickly take measurements to further create drawings.
Tuning scales
In the basic version, the background of all scales is black. The marks on them look too faded. This style was relevant about 2 decades ago. Nowadays, this design looks rather poor.
A chic, sporty look is achieved by installing white scales with contrasting black markings. They can be made on a color printer using self-adhesive film.
When making improvements at this stage, do not forget to exercise maximum caution - the mechanisms are extremely fragile.
Expansion of functionality
The VAZ-2107 is equipped with a minimum of instruments, and therefore installing new ones will significantly increase the information content of the panel. Most often they add:
- light and temperature sensors;
- fuel consumption indicator per kilometer;
- ECU;
- TV, etc.
Additional holes are cut for them. It is also necessary to install wiring and make changes to the design of the machine (in particular, to provide it with missing sensors).
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