Priora: accessories that can be installed on a mouse

Almost any unit on a Priora can be upgraded - for this there are accessories for Priora on the market. The auto industry in Russia has been constantly developing over the past 10 years. Russian AvtoVAZ has released many models that try to compete with foreign cars. One of these models: Lada Priora. Many companies produce accessories that can be replaced instead of factory ones.

Priora first appeared on general sale eleven years ago. In 2013, restyling was done and the plant produced Priora 2. It was the sales leader in the Russian automobile market. It is optimized for traveling on our roads, easy to operate, and reliable. When installing accessories on the car, some parameters change for the better, since they were developed specifically for the Priora, and factory spare parts were taken as a basis.

Manufacturers produce models with body types: sedan, hatchback, station wagon. Priora is respected for its accessibility, simplicity, and comfort. In addition to the listed advantages, there is one more - modernization. It is enough to decide which part of the machine you are modifying and purchase the necessary spare parts by choosing an online store. You yourself will be able to modify car optics, perform acoustic preparation of the Lada Priora, and improve some technical characteristics. Read the article to the end and you will find out which units can be upgraded!

Transmission

To transform the interior space of the Priora, car owners change the transmission handle. The handle installed in the basic version looks especially modest. Cheap plastic on the face. It wears out quickly, scratches and abrasions are visible on it. To improve the interior, car enthusiasts replace the standard handle with a higher-quality leather accessory. The part can be ordered in a virtual auto parts store, or from an official dealer. Installation does not take much time and effort.

Ceiling reupholstery

The ceiling is one of the weak points in a Priora car. It is easy to damage, scratch, burn and smudge. As a result, when tuning the interior of a Priora hatchback with your own hands, you must redo the ceiling.

The simplest way is to cover it with artificial suede - a self-adhesive velvet non-woven film. Tuning includes several stages:

We disassemble the interior, remove all rubber bands, seals and interior elements. To remove the ceiling, it is necessary to dismantle all racks, clips, passenger handles, visors, and other fasteners. It is necessary to disconnect the power supply to the backlights.
We pull out the ceiling that is sagging. We need to be careful, so we lower all the chairs.
We paste the plastic ceiling using self-adhesive tape.
We install the ceiling in place.

Thus, our efforts in tuning the car will not be in vain. We will update the interior and give the car its own character.

Suspension

Many car enthusiasts note uncharacteristic sounds from the suspension when driving the Priora. Upgrading the suspension is a way to avoid them, extend the life of vehicle components, improve handling and reliability.

To improve the suspension of the Lada Priora, the following measures are being taken:

install new steering rods on the Priora;
changing tie rod ends for Priora;
replace the rack supports;
install vibration isolators;
changing the support for the rear suspension struts on the VAZ.

Accessories for modification can be purchased from an official dealer or at points of sale of auto parts.

About replacing seats on a Priora

Priora seats are another element of the interior that many car enthusiasts prefer to get rid of. The reason is simple: the standard seats are not comfortable. And this feels very good on long journeys. Most often, instead of the standard ones, the Priora is equipped with seats from a Mazda 6 (second generation). These seats are distinguished by the highest comfort, and in addition, their dimensions are almost the same as those of the standard “Prior” ones.

The Mazda 6 is an ideal “seat donor” for the Priora

But these seats have serious problems with fastenings. It will have to be cut off almost completely, and then welded again, fitting it to the Priora mounting holes. It is impossible to do all this in the garage without a grinder, a welding machine and the skills to work with it. Therefore, there is only one option: take the car to a car service center, having previously agreed on a price. Now the cost of installing Mazda seats on a Priora starts from 20 thousand rubles.

Exhaust system

The exhaust system of any car performs important functions. It removes substances waste from the engine, prevents them from reentering the engine, and absorbs the noise of a running engine. The Lada Priora car has a standard design, which consists of several elements.

Components of the exhaust structure

Outlet tank with neutralizer;
Resonator;
Corrugation;
Main muffler;
Pipes.

Refinement of the design consists of replacing the outlet tank with a strong stainless steel accessory called a spider stringer. This replacement ensures more rapid removal of waste products. The spider protects the engine from the ingress of decay products and vents the combustion chamber, filling it with high-temperature air.

To modernize the exhaust design, there are kits that include accessories: stringer for Lada Priora, stt muffler for VAZ with nozzle, resonator, spider Subaru sound.

How to identify and eliminate problems with the Priora oxygen sensor?

Operation is checked using an oscilloscope. It is also possible to visually assess the condition, but the accuracy of certain problems will be minimal.

When inspecting the sensor, pay attention to the amount of carbon deposits. If the layer is even and very dark, then most likely the lambda probe should be replaced. The average and high price of the Priora oxygen sensor should not prevent you from repairing the lambda probe. Otherwise, the owner will need a larger investment in engine restoration.

Cleaning a ceramic rod can be done in several ways. The first of them is a chemical effect on carbon deposits and washing it with a special composition. The second is simpler and involves heating and sharply cooling a ceramic rod. True, the second method is less effective, so it should be used only in extreme cases.

To carry out chemical cleaning, you will need to purchase phosphoric acid, which does not leave a film. Otherwise, deposits on the sensor will appear again. The protective caps must be temporarily removed, or rather carefully cut off. Next, the ceramic rod is immersed in acid for about 15-20 minutes, and then simply dries.

For the second method, you can use a portable burner. The rod is held above it for literally a couple of minutes, then it is moved into the cold.

If there is no suitable portable refrigerator at hand or it is not possible to create cold, then the sensor is simply removed from the fire for a couple of minutes. With several repetitions of the procedure, the deposit simply falls off the rod. After the work is completed, the caps are installed in place and carefully welded in the cut areas.

Styling

One of the tuning options is modification of lighting fixtures. The manufacturer took into account the client’s desire to customize the appearance of the machine. Therefore, you can purchase higher quality optics from an official dealer - xenon or LEDs. Installation of fog lights is in progress - PTF. The use of cilia for front lighting fixtures is common among car owners.

Many Priora owners install tinted side windows at the rear. This gives the model solidity. You can resort to airbrushing, or changing the shade of a certain area. The appearance will change if you replace the hood cover and mirror caps with a more streamlined shape.

Replacing an accessory such as a radiator grill will significantly change the appearance. It changes along with the front bumper, or is made to order. There are several types of accessories for Lada Priora. Grilles with three and four stripes have good air conductivity. Products in the form of honeycombs have a lower throughput, but protect the engine from dust, dirt, and chemicals when washing a car.

Car owners have the opportunity to distinguish their Priora from the general flow using polymer chrome adhesive tape.

Improved appearance

Here's what drivers do to improve the appearance of the Priora:

New bumpers are installed on the car (sometimes complete with thresholds). You can buy all this in specialized stores. Most often, lightweight kits from the Sniper or I Robot series are purchased from Priora. They are made of plastic, the cost of one bumper starts from 4,500 rubles;
spoiler installation. The products of AVR, which produces fiberglass spoilers, are very popular. Or the spoiler can be made to order at a tuning studio. But this is a very expensive pleasure;
replacing disks. On early Priora models, the wheels were steel, and their appearance left much to be desired. Therefore, tuning enthusiasts try to replace them with cast ones, since they are more beautiful and lighter. But for all its attractiveness, a cast disk, unlike a steel one, is very fragile. And its maintainability tends to zero;
replacement or modification of mirrors. The most inexpensive option is to install special overlays purchased in the store on standard mirrors. This simple procedure radically changes the appearance of your side mirrors. The second option is to install mirrors from other cars. Now that AvtoVAZ has updated its model range, mirrors from Granta or Vesta are often installed on Prioras. But before installation, they will have to be modified, since they are attached to the body differently;
replacing door handles. The standard handles on the Priora are trimmed with ordinary plastic, usually black. And they look very old-fashioned. Therefore, tuning enthusiasts often replace them with chrome-plated handles, “recessed” into the car body. As an option, the handles can be finished in carbon fiber, or completely match the color of the car body. There is no shortage of door handles today. And on the counter of any spare parts store, a car enthusiast will always be able to choose the option that suits him.

Interior

There is also a lot that can be changed in the interior space of the cabin. The interior of the Lada Priora is transformed as a result of tuning.

What does interior modernization consist of?

Replacing the steering wheel braid with leather;
Refinement of the instrument panel;
Parts are manufactured according to personal orders or sold in sets;
Replacement of door trim components, handles;
Replacement of factory plastic on the dashboard, inner surface of the doors;
Lada Priora interior reupholstery;
Installation of lighting on the inner surface of the doors, in the driver’s and front passenger’s foot areas;
Installation of LED strip in the area of the rear row of seats;
The seats are covered with covers.

The luggage compartment occupies a special place - it can be equipped with an additional protective floor covering. It is made of plywood and chipboard. Such flooring will perform a protective function and serve as the basis for placing additional acoustics. Installing independent operation of lighting accessories also plays an important role. The standard option is to turn on when the dimensions are on. Changing the trunk lid upholstery is carried out in order to provide additional sound insulation and smoother, softer closing of the compartment lid.

How to check the oxygen concentration sensor

You can check the oxygen sensor only if you have an oscilloscope. Other devices can only indirectly prove signs of a malfunction in Priora, and on the basis of fairly complex tests. In a car, the signs of a malfunctioning oxygen sensor are as follows:

increased fuel consumption;
decreased engine performance;
unstable idle speed of the power plant;
defects of the catalytic converter.

Such malfunctions of the oxygen sensor mainly determine the range of defects of this electrochemical device. In addition, an error displayed on the ECU display may be directly related to defects in the heater electrical circuit. Due to the fact that the oxygen sensor (lambda probe) of the Prior does not receive a sufficient degree of heating, the on-board computer will issue incorrect impulses. The fuel mixture will not meet the required concentration, which will result in excessive fuel consumption, unstable engine idling, the car will lose dynamism, etc.

Once the oxygen sensor (lambda probe) of the Priora reaches the required temperature value, all signs of incorrect operation of the power plant eliminate themselves. The maximum service life of the oxygen concentration sensor in practical driving reaches 100-150 thousand km, but the service life between repairs expires after a distance of 60-80 thousand km.

The standard Priora oxygen sensor operates in the following mode: after turning on the car’s power plant, the device located in the exhaust manifold begins to heat up, so it does not turn on immediately. Its functionality begins to operate when the temperature reaches above 360° Celsius. To increase the heating speed, an electric heater is integrated into the device. Therefore, the oxygen concentration sensor is burdened with electrical wiring for the signal and heating circuits.

The response of the device, and, consequently, its readings, is aimed at the difference between the oxygen concentration in the vehicle exhaust and its content in the atmospheric air, which is transformed into the output potential difference. Because oxygen does not completely burn even in exhaust gases and is present in the catalyst chamber, then for a correct assessment another similar device is used, located behind the catalytic chamber.

Engine

Car owners seeking to improve their car do not limit themselves to modifying the appearance. Installing additional accessories and replacing parts with more expensive, high-quality ones will allow you to modernize your technical capabilities. In order to refine the engine, the following activities are carried out:

replace the engine mounts on the VAZ;
change some accessories: camshaft, flywheel, standard pistons;
reinstall the electronic unit software;
install an automatic heater;
replace the carburetor pump along with the jets;
clean all channels;
Use sandpaper to clean the carburetor from different sides.

Carrying out these measures will increase engine power. The car begins to pick up speed faster, the maximum speed limit increases.

Decor of plastic components

The sedan is equipped with a lot of plastic parts in the interior; fortunately, many of them have light colors and can be easily repainted. The process of painting plastic from an aerosol can requires not only a respirator and gloves, but also a degreasing liquid and a primer. During operation, it is important to prevent the formation of drips.

Another way to improve the appearance of plastic elements is to cover them with carbon film. According to many car enthusiasts, this material is durable and looks impressive. The blanks are cut with a margin of 20-25 mm at the edges, after which the film is glued to a degreased surface. Edges and curves are blow-dried to prevent kinks and kinks.

Body plastic

Body elements can be replaced. Replacing some components and adding accessories will turn the AvtoVAZ model into a normal car. Replacing the rear bumper on a VAZ will refresh and update the design. Replacing the front bumper will affect the performance and improve the power qualities of the engine. In addition, the following accessories are used for decorative purposes: spoilers, plastic, chrome trims. Stainless steel thresholds are installed to protect against dirt and damage. Changing the radiator grille to different shapes radically transforms the front view. A radiator grille in the form of a saber, in the form of a honeycomb, or stripes - any of these accessories will elegantly complement the design. Replacing the mirrors with the new se model will please the eye and expand the side view.

Modernizing the design and interior space, adding modern accessories increases the level of comfort, transforms the car, and improves technical characteristics.

How to identify and eliminate problems with the Priora oxygen sensor?

Operation is checked using an oscilloscope. It is also possible to visually assess the condition, but the accuracy of certain problems will be minimal.

For the second method, you can use a portable burner. The rod is held above it for literally a couple of minutes, then it is moved into the cold.

Tuning a Priora sedan with your own hands: where to start

When thinking about restyling their car, many car enthusiasts try to radically change its appearance, supplement the body structure with body kits, sills, arches, spoilers and other “decorative” elements. But we should not forget that high-quality tuning should not only change the design of the Priora, but also change its dynamic and economic qualities for the better, making the car more comfortable and easy to use. Otherwise, all manipulations performed are only decorative.

tuned Priora bumper

The main tasks that tuning for a Priora sedan must perform:

improved sound insulation;
increasing the dynamic properties of the car;
maintaining and improving body streamlining;
increasing the passive safety of passengers;
improvement of engine power indicators;
reduction of fuel consumption;
addition of interior parts that increase the comfort of the driver and passengers;
increasing body protection from external factors.

All of these tasks must be completed in a comprehensive manner, primarily improving the comfort and safety of the driver and passengers. As for the external restyling of the Lada Priora, here everyone chooses the direction of action according to their own taste.

It is also important to take into account the fact that it is not always possible to do tuning of the Priora sedan yourself. In some situations, special tools and devices are required, which are located in specialized car dealerships. In this case, it is worth resorting to the help of experienced specialists who can also give good detailed advice in the process of restyling the Priora.

Chassis

When it comes to changes in the chassis, the first thing drivers do is remove the standard brake booster and replace it with a vacuum one, always with two membranes. This doubles the reliability of the brakes. Stiffer springs and ceramic-coated discs are installed in the clutch basket, and a lightweight flywheel is installed on the crankshaft. This measure significantly reduces the vehicle acceleration time without premature wear of the clutch and gearbox.

The rear wheels of Prioras are often equipped with disc brakes from “tens”

Finally, the rear drum brakes are removed from the Priora and replaced with disc brakes from the VAZ 2110. The drum brake design is no longer used almost anywhere, since it is considered obsolete. Installing a disc system on the rear wheels increases braking reliability and requires virtually no modification.

Aesthetic modernization

If you are a caring owner of a Priora, direct tuning to improve the appearance of the car. In this case, your “iron horse” will be difficult to compare with similar models. The original Lada Priora will be able to surprise those around you with the perfection of its external structures and amazing exterior.

Exterior improvement

We recommend that when tuning the Lada Priora, you must equip the car with a new bumper and hood. Fortunately, even the manufacturer itself, focused on the fact that many modern owners strive to improve the vehicle after purchase, offers suitable options for components, after installing which you can immediately enjoy the excellent result.

By the way, if you purchase a bumper, hood or any other device produced by the Volzhsky Automobile Plant specifically for the Priora, tuning it yourself will be much easier, since all the fasteners will correspond to the original “iron horse”. New bumpers can be made of plastic or fiberglass. The use of such simple body parts not only helps to improve the appearance of the car, but also has an excellent effect on improving some technical parameters.

In particular, the cooling rate of the engine can be significantly improved due to the introduction of a fairly wide air collector. In addition to the bumper, you can equip the body of your “swallow” with a spoiler that improves aerodynamic characteristics, as well as body kits that are not at all difficult to find on sale. If you want to transform your Priora beyond recognition, tuning should include replacing the decorative grille, the design of which can be completely different. It all depends on your desire, abilities and financial capabilities.

By the way, some unique bumper designs with decorative grilles can be designed on your own if you have at least some technical modeling skills. If you don’t have such skills, but have a great desire to get an original bumper, you can turn to craftsmen who, for your money, will be ready to fulfill any whim, as a result of which your tuned Lada Priora will become completely unrecognizable.

You can also increase the originality of your car by installing eyelashes and new headlights. Some owners tint all the optics, as well as the rear window and the glass on the side doors. If you want to radically change the Lada Priora, direct tuning to change the color shade of the body of your “swallow”. Of course, it may be irrational to completely paint the entire car, but covering its individual parts with vinyl or airbrushing them is quite possible.

Interior tuning

After you have managed to transform the outside of your beloved Lada Priora, direct the tuning to modernizing the interior. The interior space will be significantly transformed if changes are made to the lighting system. Instead of incandescent lamps, we recommend that you install LED lamps. The interior will look quite interesting if additional LED lighting is installed. In particular, you can interestingly highlight door handles and the floor of your vehicle. It will be possible to increase the level of lighting if you install an additional lamp in the rear part of the cabin.

The Priora will become much brighter if the do-it-yourself refinement process is aimed at improving the aesthetics of all plastic parts. They can be covered with carbon film or artificial leather. The interior will look very original if its individual parts are flocked. This is an innovative technology during which the surface is covered with flocks that look like vinyl covering.

Do not try to calm down your technical and creative impulses, let your imagination flourish wildly, which will contribute to the emergence of new interesting ideas aimed at improving the external aesthetics of your “iron friend”. Many car owners extend their actions even to the trunk, decorating it with LED lighting and creating additional space for storing tools.