Good day) Finally got around to writing a blog entry on self-repairing headlights on a ninth-generation VAZ car. So, let’s get started! What do we need to repair the headlights, specifically replacing broken glass (as in my case) or simply replacing the ugly orange turn signals (personally, I don’t like them, it’s up to you to decide). I bought all the parts at a regular car store (Specifically at our EKB at the Bolshakova-8 March intersection, I don’t remember the name exactly, like “AvtoSport”, a little PR in honor of these guys, because I like their work with clients)
Initially, I wanted to paint the inside of the headlight matte black, but somehow, after evaluating my strength and time of work, I decided against it (I didn’t regret it). Well, to get the full style, I bought white turn signal repeaters (I remember that they cost 25 rubles). Next, we go to remove the old headlights
Hello, in this article you will learn how to independently remove the headlight on a VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099. The headlight is usually removed to replace its glass, when it interferes with body repairs or when a complete replacement of the headlight is required, for example, after a minor accident. For this procedure you will only need a 10mm socket with an extension. First of all, remove the terminals from the turn signal lamp, remove the common connector and remove the hydraulic corrector from the headlight
To disconnect the turn signal from the headlight, simply unscrew the 2 screws
Installing the front headlight on the VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099 occurs in the reverse order.
VAZ 2109 : replacing headlight glass on your own
the headlight glass on a VAZ 2109 is carried out quite often. Gear starter for VAZ 2106 - Duration: How to remove Torpedo from Golf 2 in VAZ 2101. The cause could be any little thing that gets inside the headlight, and then leads to damage to the entire glass. Replacing the glass in a VAZ 2109 is such an easy operation that any motorist can carry it out.
Headlight wires VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099
The headlights of VAZ 2108, 21081, 21083, 2109, 21091, 21093, 21099 cars are equipped with low/high beam headlight lamps, a marker lamp, and a turn indicator lamp.
Headlight wires VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099
Each of the headlight units is connected to two blocks (chips) of wires for these lamps.
One main one is for the headlight itself, the other is additional for the turn signal section. Pinout of headlight wires for VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099 cars and their modifications
Main wiring block
The shaped block (attached to the headlight in only one position) combines four wires. The pinout of the wires is as follows.
Right headlight
1 - Gray wire (+ for low beam). It comes from terminal “6” of block Ш5 (Х5) of the mounting block. Inside the headlight, a white wire continues in the lamp block.
2 - Green wire (+ for high beam). It comes from terminal “1” of block Ш5 (Х5) of the mounting block. Inside the headlight, the yellow wire continues in the lamp block.
3 - Black wire (common negative to the headlight). Mounts to the body next to the headlight. On cars up to 1998. The black wire to ground of the engine cooling system radiator fan switch sensor is connected to them. Inside the headlight, a black wire continues to the lamp socket.
4 - Yellow wire (+ to the side light bulb). Goes to pin “8” of block Ш6 (Х6). Inside the headlight, the blue wire continues to the side light lamp.
Left headlight
1 - Black-gray wire (+ for low beam). It comes from terminal “3” of block Ш5 (Х5) of the mounting block. Inside the headlight, a white wire continues in the lamp block.
2 - Black-green wire (+ for high beam). It comes from terminal “2” of block Ш5 (Х5) of the mounting block. Inside the headlight, the yellow wire continues in the lamp block.
3 - Black wire (common negative to the headlight). It is connected to the negative wire of the turn signal and mounted on the body next to the headlight.
4 - Yellow-black wire (+ to the parking light lamp). It comes from terminal “10” of block Ш6 (Х6). Inside the headlight, the blue wire continues to the side light lamp.
Additional wiring block
Square chip with a protrusion (inserted in one position only).
Right block headlight
Blue wire (+ to direction indicator). It comes from terminal “11” of the Ш6 (Х6) block of the mounting block.
Black wire (- to turn signal). It comes from the attachment point to the car body next to the headlight.
Left headlight
Black-blue wire (+ to turn signal). It comes from terminal “3” of the Ш6 (Х6) block of the mounting block.
Black wire (- to turn signal). It comes from the main headlight wiring block (then to the attachment point to the body next to the headlight).
Complete wiring diagrams for low/high beam headlights, side lights and turn signals
Notes and additions
The low and high beam headlights on VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099 cars and their modifications are turned on by the left steering column switch when the exterior lighting switch is on.
Lamp low/high beam halogen AK12-60+55 (H4)
A12-5-2
Used in turn signal repeaters, as well as in a portable lamp. For repeaters, you can look for LED lamps with a similar base, but there will be no point in such a replacement. It probably makes sense to make a portable lamp based on a completely different principle.
Baseless lamps are used in large quantities in instrument panel lighting (backlights, indicator lamps). Should be replaced with LED lamps with a similar base based on high-brightness LEDs
In this case, you need to pay attention to the diameter: some lamps may not fit in the base.
The only use is for lighting the cigarette lighter. Any LED lamp with a powerful LED will be suitable for replacement.
What to do if one low beam headlight on a VAZ 2109 stops working. In principle, there is nothing wrong with this; you can drive with one working headlight. There is simply a possibility that the second headlight will also stop working, and then driving the VAZ 2109 at night will be impossible. Therefore, as quickly as possible, it is necessary to figure out why the low beam headlight of the VAZ 2109 does not work. The reasons why the low beam headlight does not shine or the low beam does not work at all on the VAZ 2109: 1) The low beam bulb has burned out 2) The fuse in the mounting block has burned out 3) Poor fuse contact in the mounting block 4) Defective low beam relay 5) Defective switch and wires. 1) If the low beam headlight on your VAZ 2109 stops working, do not rush to go to the auto store for a new one. The reason may not be the light bulb at all. A new light bulb costs on average $3-5, so it’s best not to waste that money.
It is necessary to remove the light bulb from the headlight and check its serviceability. Open the hood of the VAZ 2109, unscrew the protective glass of the headlight and take out the light bulb from there.
We check the integrity of the light bulb spiral visually. You can also simply apply voltage to the light bulb from the battery and check whether it lights up or not.
If the light bulb is faulty, it must be replaced 2) The fuse in the VAZ 2109 mounting block has burned out.
As a rule, fuses don't just blow. If the fuse is blown, it means more electric current was flowing through it than allowed.
We take out the burnt fuse and insert a new one of exactly the same rating. If it also burns out, it means there is a short circuit somewhere in the electrical circuit of the headlight; it must be found and repaired. 3) If there is poor contact between the fuse and its socket in the VAZ 2109 mounting block, the headlight will shine dimly or not shine at all. In this case, the fuse may melt, since the contact point between the fuse and the mounting block socket will heat up. In this case, it is necessary to clean the socket contacts with sandpaper and replace the melted fuse. 4) When you turn on the low beam, a click should be heard in the VAZ 2109 mounting block - the low beam relay is working. If you do not hear a click when you turn on the light and the light does not light, then the relay may be faulty. 5) If the low beam bulb of the VAZ 2109 is intact, the low beam relay and the fuse are intact, then the fault is in the switch or in the wires from the switch to the mounting block, from the mounting block to the headlight.
As a result, after eliminating the malfunction, the low beam on the VAZ 2109 will be restored.
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Sources
- https://lada-2108.ru/tech.php?id=30
- https://vaz2109.net/electrooborudovanie/propal-blizhniy-svet-vaz-2109.html
Removing and replacing the front headlight of VAZ 2113, 2114, 2115
Baseless lamps are installed in the side indicators of the VAZ 2114. Moreover, if the lens of the lamp is orange, then type A W5W lamps are used, and if the lens is colorless, then type A WY5W lamps are used with a bulb.
The turn indicators are activated by the left steering column switch. Scheme for switching on external lighting on a VAZVAZVAZ 1 car - side light lamps in the headlights; 2, 6 - to power supplies; 3 — mounting block of fuses and relays; 4 — external lighting switch; 5 — ignition switch; 7 — indicator lamp for external lighting; 8 — side light lamps for rear lights; 7 — brake signal lamps; 9 — license plate lights; 10 — instrument lighting switch; 11 - to instrument lighting lamps; 13 — brake light switch; 14 — display unit of the on-board control system; K1 - lamp health monitoring relay.
Using a 10 mm socket wrench, unscrew the four nuts securing the headlight unit to the car body.
If necessary, remove the VAZ 2114 headlight from the spring that holds the turn signal light. When replacing the front headlight, we reinstall the lamps from the old headlight to the new one. We install the new headlight unit on the car in the reverse order. When purchasing a book in PDF 1. You will be able to download the book immediately after payment. All books are of perfect quality, since we work with publishers directly.
The basic steps that are performed when replacing a headlight on any VAZ 2108-2115 car are the same. The first is to disconnect the battery. If you remove the headlights while the battery is connected, there is a high probability of a short circuit, damage to the on-board electrical network, or a car fire. After removing the battery, disconnect the wire connectors from the headlight connectors. Two wire blocks are connected to each headlamp. After this, remove the hydraulic corrector.
- To do this, unclip its latches, turn it counterclockwise and pull it out of the headlight housing.
- To remove the headlight unit for VAZ 2108-21099 cars, unscrew the 4 fastening nuts at the edges of the headlight. They are located on the engine compartment side, so to unscrew you will need a socket of the appropriate size (10 mm) and a ratchet.
- After unscrewing the nuts, remove the headlight from the body.
- To remove the headlight from VAZ 2110-2115 cars, remove the radiator grille by unscrewing 4 bolts, then remove the “eyelash” located below the headlight. It is secured with two latches (2110-2112) and one screw (2113-2115).
- After unscrewing the screw, pull the eyelash towards you. One of the headlight mounting bolts is located under the eyelash. Another 4 bolts are located at the top and bottom of the headlight. After unscrewing all the bolts, remove the headlight from the body.
Foil for reflector repair
The method is based on covering the inside of the reflector with foil. Before you begin the restoration, it is best to prepare paper templates that replicate the surface of the part (just take the paper and trace the outline of the headlight on it with a pencil). In order for the work to look neat, you need to divide the surface of the headlight reflector into several parts and cut out a separate template for each of them - this way you will avoid unwanted folds on the surface.
Cut out the foil using the templates you made. Apply glue to the surface of the reflector, glue the foil on it and smooth it well with a small plastic spatula
After completing the procedure, it is important to dry the glue properly (you can use a hair dryer or follow the instructions on the glue). Only after complete drying can the headlight begin to be assembled and attached back to the car
Replacing headlight glass on a VAZ-2114
Removed headlight during disassembly.
Replacing a headlight glass on a car means a complete process of disassembling the housing. So, let’s consider the sequence of actions aimed at carrying out repair work to replace glass:
- The first thing you need to do is remove the upper radiator grille.
We remove our damaged headlight.
Lubricate the headlight glass with glue or sealant. The photo shows a VAZ-2109 headlight, but the work is similar.
Gently press the new glass onto the headlight and wait for it to dry.
You can remove the glue without a knife. There are special products that dissolve frozen liquid. The variety of manufacturers today is quite large, so the motorist will have plenty to choose from.
Glass selection
Essential glass replacement kit.
Glass for VAZ headlights can be sold original or analogues. So, the analogue costs 20-30% less, but it is not a fact that the kit will come with a rubber seal. This element is mandatory, since it is it that prevents moisture from getting inside the headlamp.
Methods for restoring a mirror surface
Experienced drivers who want to save money on buying new expensive headlights have long tried many methods in an attempt to restore the reflective properties of the reflector. The real result is achieved by applying the following materials:
- metallized tape used in construction for gluing joints of foil insulation;
- self-adhesive films with a mirror coating like Oracal;
- aluminum foil with epoxy glue;
- special paint for reflectors.
Pasting reflective material
This restoration method allows the reflectors to return their mirror properties for another 1–2 years of operation. The specific period depends on the purchased material, the quality of the work and the power of the car light bulb.
The gluing technology is approximately the same for all of the listed materials - tape, foil and film. It is proposed to consider it using the example of metallized tape:
- Prepare a tool - scissors, a flat-head screwdriver, a stationery knife.
- When cutting strips of tape to the desired length, cover the flatter, larger areas first. Make sure that the material sticks tightly without air bubbles.
- Cut out the curly elements and glue the remaining areas. Avoid the formation of unevenness and folds.
Film and foil are applied in the same way, only the latter is attached to epoxy glue, which takes a long time to dry and set.
This option is well suited for reflectors with heavily damaged coating; restoration work will take approximately 1 hour. What is the disadvantage of this method: such a reflector in the headlight will heat up and begin to release chemical vapors from the adhesive base. Car enthusiasts have noticed that after 2–3 months, the glass of the light fixture loses its transparency due to the above-mentioned secretions.
The second disadvantage is the fragility of the mirror layer. When high-power lamps work, the foil quickly becomes cloudy and loses its reflective properties. Although, compared to the destroyed chrome coating, the headlight shines well.
Reflector painting
Painting headlights from the inside allows you to create a more reliable and durable reflective layer on a damaged reflector
Here it is important to choose high-quality aerosol paint in a can - the so-called white chrome. The application technology looks like this:
- Degrease the plastic part, dry it and apply the first layer of protective varnish (also sold in aerosol cans).
- Dry the element and apply mirror paint with light, gentle movements. Be sure to shake the can well before use.
- After taking a 5-10 minute break to dry, apply a second coat of paint.
- Dry the part completely (you can use an infrared heater).
Chrome plating paint lasts quite a long time, but achieving a perfectly mirror-like surface is very difficult. Therefore, garage craftsmen often practice a more labor-intensive but effective method - restoring the headlight reflector using aluminum powder:
- Black nail polish is applied to the grease-free surface of the reflector. Here the uniformity and quality of application of the composition plays an important role.
- Dry the part for 10 minutes.
- Grabbing aluminum powder (in common parlance - silver powder) with your finger, carefully rub it into the painted surface, especially in the corners.
The color of the surface changes as the aluminum powder is rubbed in. When there are no black spots left, wipe off the excess silver and polish the reflector with a cotton swab. This completes the restoration procedure.
You can also purchase a kit for chemical metallization of surfaces at auto stores and return your headlight to a real new mirror. But the use of such reagents is difficult in a garage; professional equipment is required - a spray gun and a mixing manifold. Application with hand sprayers will not give the expected result.
Dismantling the VAZ 2114 headlight
To replace or restore the reflector, the headlight unit must be removed from the vehicle. Before starting work, you must disconnect the negative voltage from the battery to avoid a short circuit. The VAZ 2114 headlight is dismantled as follows:
- unscrew the two pairs of upper and lower screws holding the radiator grille;
- remove the radiator grille;
- disconnect the wire block from the turn signal;
- release the spring holding the turn signal;
- press out the plastic clips and remove the turn signal;
Note: you can dismantle the headlight without disconnecting the turn signal from it. But in this case, the likelihood of damage to the plastic latches holding the pointer increases.
- unscrew a couple of nuts holding the side of the bumper to open access to the screw securing the protective lining of the headlight unit;
- unscrew the screw and remove the lining;
- disconnect the wiring block from the headlight;
- unclip the headlight adjuster latch and remove it by turning it counterclockwise;
- unscrew the three nuts holding the headlight;
- Unscrew the screw securing the headlight to the bracket;
- remove the headlight from the car.
A brief overview of the design of automotive optics
The design of a regular headlight is not complicated. Most often, the headlight combines the following elements:
- light source (LED, metal halide, xenon and other lamps);
- reflector (reflective element);
- light-scattering element (corrugated glass);
- housing with fastening.
Headlights with super-bright diode lamps are very popular among car owners. Such headlights require a record low amount of energy and can work for a long time without interruption.
The operating hours of such headlights range from 30 thousand to 100 thousand hours, while a conventional halogen lamp has a service life of only about 2000 hours.
Most often, headlights are considered in terms of their functionality, i.e. how well they perform their assigned functions - road lighting. However, headlights can highlight the appearance of a car and add personality to even the most ordinary design.
In this article we will try to figure out which headlights are optimal for the VAZ-2109 car, methods for upgrading and tuning headlights, as well as common models of headlights and rear lights.
Engine and exhaust system
With the engine, everything is somehow ambiguous. And it seems that it has become an ordinary spare part and has ceased to be a numbered unit, but the engine model is entered in the title and the tax is paid according to its power. Therefore, when replacing a motor with another one, re-registration is required. But there is no such control, the traffic police don’t check the serial number - you can put whatever you want. Of course, if a VAZ 2108 arrives with a V16 engine, it will be noticeable to the naked eye, but if the engines are similar in appearance, hardly anyone will be able to tell the difference.
The engine can be legally installed if the car has a certified version with it from the manufacturer. For example, if you are the owner of a 41st Muscovite with a Ufa or VAZ engine, you can install a two-liter Renault F3R instead, since the plant produced such modifications. Otherwise, the traffic police will require you to obtain a certificate, which is quite expensive and difficult.
Self-installation of turbines and compressors is prohibited. But there is an interesting point: traffic police inspectors don’t know the engine compartment of the foreign automobile industry well, so they may not see the turbine. In common foreign cars it is more noticeable, but it can be passed off as a “noise reduction device” or “injector design.”
Aftermarket exhaust systems are illegal. Not long ago, during technical inspections they began to check the volume of the car, so owners of direct flow vehicles most likely will not receive a maintenance ticket. Although in our country this is a small problem.
Where to start tuning?
Naturally, the modernization of a car should begin with the engine. There is no on-board computer provided here by default, but installing one is not a problem. Subsequently, this will make it possible to easily and quickly carry out so-called chip tuning, that is, optimization of engine operation by introducing new settings to the operation of the software shell. It will not be difficult to perform such tuning of a VAZ 2108 with your own hands if you have a computer with a COM port and a modified firmware file. You can spend a few days and learn all this on your own - there is nothing complicated there.
If you do not plan to install an on-board computer, then you can first adjust the operation of the carburetor or bore the cylinders, thereby increasing the volume of the combustion chamber. This will give an increase of 15-25% in terms of productivity, but at the same time the amount of fuel consumed will also increase.
Tuning such as installing a supercharger is also suitable. With its help, it will be possible to increase power by another 20-30%, but at the same time, the engine will “eat” slightly more. True, installing a supercharger at home is quite difficult. It is this procedure that is best left to the specialists of the VAZ branded service center.
Back in 2108, you can change the sound of the engine, or rather, the exhaust. There are a lot of variations here, so it is irrational to dwell on each of them separately. Many third-party manufacturers produce modified exhaust variations that are designed for both single and dual tailpipes. Some also have a catalytic converter that neutralizes exhaust toxins. For someone who is used to taking care of the environment, this is a very important function.
And the last thing that will increase the maximum permissible engine power is the installation of direct injection. But such a modification will only be required in cases where the car is used to participate in racing competitions, etc. In everyday life this will be unnecessary.
The process of replacing the rear and front headlights of a VAZ 2114
- The process of replacing the rear and front headlights of a VAZ 2114
- Reasons for replacing a car headlight, can you do it yourself?
- What you need to replace headlights
- How to replace the headlights of a VAZ 2114
- Stages of replacing the taillight of a VAZ 2114 car
- How to remove and replace fog lights
It is impossible to overestimate the importance of the serviceability and normal functioning of car headlights, because they are the driver’s “eyes” at night. Therefore, if the headlights are damaged or fail, they must be replaced immediately. That is why today we will talk about how to change the front and rear headlights on a VAZ 2114, note what is needed for this, and also outline the main reasons for replacing headlights on a car.
- Reasons for replacing a car headlight, can you do it yourself?
- What you need to replace headlights
- How to replace the headlights of a VAZ 2114
- Stages of replacing the taillight of a VAZ 2114 car
- How to remove and replace fog lights
Reasons for replacing a car headlight, can you do it yourself?
The main reasons for replacing a headlight on a BA3 2114 car are:
• Broken headlight glass (the car looks ugly, the bulbs remain uncovered and dirt and stones will fly into them).
• Cracked headlight glass (the headlight light is not as good as it should be, but all because the rays that come from the lamp are directed into the cracks, and the headlight light will be scattered).
• There is no ground on the board (the board is located under the lamp).
• There is a burnt-out contact on the headlight film.
You can change the headlights yourself, and without any special devices or tools. This is quite simple to do, and the procedure itself will not take you much time.
What you need to replace headlights
To change the headlights on your car, you will need:
• key to “ten”;
• set of wrenches;
How to replace the headlights of a VAZ 2114
When replacing the headlight on a VAZ 2114 yourself, the procedure is as follows:
1. First of all, remove the front grille and rear trim on the radiator.
2. Remove the outer front lighting glass.
3. Remove the hydraulic corrector actuator cylinders.
4. To make it more convenient to remove the right headlight, remove the windshield washer reservoir, and to make it more convenient to work with the left one, remove the battery.
5. Disconnect the block with the power supply wires from the headlights.
6. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the screw that holds the headlight housing.
7. Unscrew the three nuts securing the handicap housing on the engine side.
8. Remove the headlight by pulling it out towards you.
The new headlight is installed in the reverse order.
Stages of replacing the taillight of a VAZ 2114 car
Before removing and changing the taillight on a VAZ 2114, you first need to open the trunk of the car, remove the spare wheel, and carefully disconnect the plastic casing.
Then you need to perform the following steps: 1. Using a 10mm wrench, unscrew the two screws on top and the two screws on the bottom.
2. Next, unscrew five more screws that secure the plastic panel in the rear of the body to remove it from the trunk.
3. Remove the lamp and license plate lamp socket.
4. Disconnect the two plastic fastening clips and carefully remove the headlight from the car body, while holding it from the outside.
After that, using the standard bolts or the fasteners supplied with the new headlight, install the new taillight in its place. All further actions are performed in reverse order.
Now let's talk more about the process itself.
- the headlights need to be dismantled and then disassembled;
- then you should remove the additional reflector for the turn signal;
- remove chrome from the lamp with fine sandpaper;
- apply primer.
The primer must dry well; this will require waiting at least an hour. Special paint must be applied to the headlight in 2-3 layers, otherwise the paint may simply peel off. After this, it will take time again for the paint to dry completely, this will take about one hour.
Once the paint has dried well, you can completely assemble the rear optics. You need to approach the application of sealant with special responsibility. The old sealant must be completely removed, then the tail light must be degreased and the new sealant must be applied directly. This must be done carefully, since if the sealant is applied incorrectly, the headlight may fog up, which can lead to serious consequences.
In general, tuning headlights is not a particularly complicated process, but if you are afraid of making any mistakes, of course, you can buy tuning devices. However, the tuning process itself is interesting; every car enthusiast would like to do everything himself, putting his soul into this matter.
