Replacing low and high beam lamps on Lada Kalina 2nd and 1st generation

How to low beam lamp

In the daytime, every car owner relies on daylight, his vision and reaction. But with the coming of darkness everything changes. At this time, you need to be especially careful, because tragedies often happen due to negligence when visibility is poor. To prevent this from happening, the front headlights must be in good working order. If they do not work, then no movement can be made. Even if you wish, you will not succeed, since visibility will be zero. Thus, it is very important to ensure that the flashlights are clean and shine brightly.

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Block headlight (left): 1 — ventilation tube;
2 — low beam section cover; 3 — cover of the high beam section; 4 — light beam regulator in the vertical plane; 5 — lamp socket for side light and daytime running light; 6 - electrical connector; 7 — regulator of the light beam in the horizontal plane; 8 — direction indicator lamp socket Headlight unit (left): 1 — ventilation tube; 2 — low beam section cover; 3 — cover of the high beam section; 4 — light beam regulator in the vertical plane; 5 — lamp socket for side light and daytime running light; 6 - electrical connector; 7 — regulator of the light beam in the horizontal plane; 8 - turn signal lamp socket

Block headlight (left): 1 — ventilation tube; 2 — low beam section cover; 3 — cover of the high beam section; 4 — light beam regulator in the vertical plane; 5 — lamp socket for side light and daytime running light; 6 - electrical connector; 7 — regulator of the light beam in the horizontal plane; 8 - turn signal lamp socket

We show the replacement of lamps on the left headlight unit. For better access, move the air filter to the side. To replace the lamp in the right headlight unit, this is not necessary. For clarity, we show the work on a removed headlight. We change the lamps in the right headlight in the same way.

To replace the low beam lamp, remove the larger diameter rubber cover from the headlamp housing.

What types of lamps are recommended?

For the Lada Kalina in the second generation, the manufacturer provides for the use of modifications of lamps with an “H7” socket as low-beam head optics. The donor of these products is the legendary German manufacturer OSRAM. The power of the lamps is 55 W, which is quite enough for optimal light characteristics, and the power consumption is the standard 12 V. Which lamps are best to use?

There are analogues that owners, at their own discretion, can use as an alternative. Among the recommended options, you can consider products from such global brands:

• "Philips Extreme Vision";
• "GE SportLight".

These options will not please you with the price, since it is very high, but in terms of their parameters and durability they will be much more acceptable than other offers. It is up to the car owner to decide which lamps are best to choose.

If the owner of LADA Kalina feels limited in finances for the purchase of lamps, then we recommend turning your attention to Russian manufacturers of these products. It has succeeded here, having achieved an enviable balance of consumer qualities for its products. Low beam lamps from the specified manufacturer will have a favorable price, and their reliability will arouse “respect” from famous brands. No unexpected failures of these lighting elements were identified.

AvtoVAZ specialists do not recommend installing lamps from manufacturers who do not provide their products with the entire list of permits regarding import and sale on Russian territory.

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By pressing the spring clamp of the lamp, we disengage it from the hooks of the reflector and move it to the side.
By pressing the spring clamp of the lamp, we disengage it from the hooks of the reflector and move it to the side.

By pressing the spring clamp of the lamp, we disengage it from the hooks of the reflector and move it to the side.

Characteristics

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Remove the low beam lamp from the headlight housing.
Remove the low beam lamp from the headlight housing.

Remove the low beam lamp from the headlight housing.

Attention! Low and high beam lamps are halogen. Do not touch their glass bulb , as fingerprints will cause the lamp to darken when heated. You can remove dirt from the flask with a clean rag soaked in alcohol.

We install the new H7 lamp in the reverse order.

To replace the high beam lamp, remove the rubber cover of a smaller diameter from the headlight housing.

What are the reasons for lamp failure?

The main reason is common burnout. This phenomenon is quite common among the Lada Kalina family. In one season, the owner can replace from one to several sets of these lighting elements.

Among the other, most common reasons that prompt a light bulb to state its malfunction are:

1. A leaky headlight housing, as a result of which dust and dirt deposits enter the bulb of the element we are considering, causing increased heating.
2. Unstable voltage generated in the on-board network. This is accompanied by characteristic surges, causing the power element of the light bulb to burn out prematurely.
3. The fuse in the light bulb power supply circuit has become unusable.
4. Oxidation or burning of the contact group that directly communicates with the low beam device has occurred.

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By pressing the ends of the spring clamp of the lamp, we disengage them from the hooks of the reflector and move them to the side.
By pressing the ends of the spring clamp of the lamp, we disengage them from the hooks of the reflector and move them to the side.

By pressing the ends of the spring clamp of the lamp, we disengage them from the hooks of the reflector and move them to the side.

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Remove the high beam lamp from the headlight housing.
Remove the high beam lamp from the headlight housing.

Remove the high beam lamp from the headlight housing.

We install the new lamp H1 in the reverse order.

To replace the turn signal lamp, press the socket and turn it counterclockwise (in the right headlight - clockwise)...

When and why to change

The factory light is adjusted during the production process, at the time of passing technical inspection. In the new car, the modules shine with maximum power and at the peak of their capabilities. The need for replacement is determined by the following main criteria:

1. Reducing light intensity.
2. The appearance of yellowness and cloudy areas on the cut-off strip.
3. Complete shutdown of one of the light modules.
4. Increased brightness after the suspension hits a pothole or has mechanical contact with the headlight.

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...remove the lamp socket from the headlight housing.
...remove the lamp socket from the headlight housing.

...remove the lamp socket from the headlight housing.

Pressing the lamp, turn it all the way counterclockwise and remove the lamp from the socket.

The cartridge is sealed in the headlight housing with a gasket. If the gasket is torn or has lost elasticity, replace it with a new one.

Install the new PY21W lamp in the reverse order.

Replacing lamps in headlights of Lada Kalina

You can replace the lamps without removing Kalina's headlights. For clarity, the replacement process is shown with the headlight removed. Remove the negative terminal from the battery.

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In this case, two protrusions, located asymmetrically relative to the axis of the lamp, must fit into the corresponding grooves of the socket.
In this case, two protrusions, located asymmetrically relative to the axis of the lamp, must fit into the corresponding grooves of the socket.

In this case, two protrusions, located asymmetrically relative to the axis of the lamp, must fit into the corresponding grooves of the socket.

To replace the daytime running light lamp and side light, turn the lamp socket counterclockwise...

What's the result?

As you can see, if the low beam or other lamps on Kalina need to be replaced, the procedure can be performed on the spot with your own hands. The main thing you need to remember is that each lamp (low, high, side light) has its own designation and power. For this reason, only suitable labeling and power solutions should be purchased in advance.

It is also not difficult to replace the side turn signal bulb or the entire turn signal housing itself. The main thing is to pay attention to the recommendations given above, and also separately take into account some features when removing and installing certain elements.

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Pulling the lamp, remove it from the socket.
Pulling the lamp, remove it from the socket.

Pulling the lamp, remove it from the socket.

We install the new W21/5W lamp in the reverse order.

Replacing headlight bulbs on a car manufactured before 2013

The only difference in the procedure for replacing lamps in the headlight of a car manufactured before 2013 is that the side light lamp is located under the high beam lamp cover, and the daytime running light lamp is simply absent.

We will show you the replacement of the side light lamp on the right headlight unit.

How to change a light bulb on a viburnum

How to change a light bulb on a viburnum? Drivers often have this question, especially since more and more Lada Kalina cars are appearing on domestic roads. It is reliable and easy to maintain, and can be maintained by the owner himself. And if there are minor repairs to be made, then you can do it yourself with minimal experience and a standard set of tools.

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How to replace bulbs in headlights

The owner of a fret also has to deal with the problem of how to change a light bulb on a viburnum. First of all, we are talking about block headlights. They are a complex structural element, which is divided into headlights designed for low beam, high beam, and there are also dimensions and direction indicators. You can change a faulty lamp, while the headlight unit remains on the car. Before you start replacing the lamp, you need to disconnect the terminal at the place where the negative terminal of the battery is indicated.

It's easy to change turn signal bulbs if you follow the rules:

1. The turn signal holder must be carefully rotated to the left. It is enough to rotate 45 degrees. Now it can be easily removed from the housing.
2. It’s time to pull out the light bulb: press it, turn it all the way, all actions are performed to the left, and it will immediately come out of the socket.
3. Install a new lamp, performing all steps in reverse order.

There is a specific procedure for replacing low beam lamps on a Viburnum fret. The headlight unit is released from the cover that protects it; to do this, you need to pull on any of its petals. The next step is to disconnect the wires from the terminals that are located in the lamp. Now you need to release the spring retainer from engagement with several hooks, remove it, and then remove the damaged lamp from the housing. You need to install a new one by starting the process from the end.