Tuning Lada Largus, cross: all innovations, body kit, interior, chip tuning

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Lada Largus is a high-capacity station wagon produced by AvtoVAZ and is quite popular among domestic car enthusiasts, despite some shortcomings that drivers fix on their own.

By the way, the practice of these modifications is adopted by the engineers of the car plant and partially introduces them into production.

Some modifications made by car enthusiasts are taken into account during production

What types of firmware are there for a car?

With the development of electronics in cars, firmware for reflashing the engine began to develop. It's no secret that the units of modern cars are essentially separate units that are controlled electronically. Depending on the wishes of the car owner, firmware is divided into two main classes, those that are designed to reduce fuel economy and those that help increase power and torque. In addition to the two main firmwares, there are three other firmwares, making a total of five different options for flashing a car engine.

The most common firmwares are:

• Class “A” - intended for non-standard equipment in a car, often limited versions of car models;
• “B” or in other words Butan, firmware designed to improve the performance of an engine running on liquefied gas and use it as fuel. Such flashing is used during the installation of gas equipment on modern cars, where it is necessary to modify the standard program of the car;
• third option “C” - used when a non-standard camshaft is installed in a car engine, each model has such a series or batch of cars;
• the penultimate “D” stands for Dynamic, this re-flashing of the engine is designed to increase power and torque, in other words it is a change in the dynamics of the car;
• the last class “E” - firmware for reducing fuel consumption and adjusting engine efficiency, also designated as Economical.

As a rule, cars with an on-board computer are subject to engine flashing; it is these cars that have a special control unit and a factory mechanical part for controlling the unit designed for this purpose.

Improved gas dynamics

The most common method of increasing cylinder filling is to improve gas dynamics. But it is the most unguaranteed... With this method, the channels and combustion chamber are modified.

First, we increase the volume of the cylinders as much as possible. We do not use the camshaft, that is, the torque curve remains in the old speed range. As a result, we get a more dynamic car, without the driver having to change his driving style.

To increase the working volume of the cylinders, instead of the standard crankshaft, we install a part with a large eccentricity or bore the cylinders for pistons of a larger cross-section while maintaining the correct geometry. This is done on a high-precision machine.

The first option seems less expensive, but it has its own nuances. Finding a crankshaft with a large eccentricity is quite difficult. Basically, they are produced individually, and even then not all enterprises. Therefore, it is easier to purchase a standard product and select a piston group for it.

Naturally, you cannot do without new pistons and connecting rods. However, standard connecting rods will not fit a crankshaft with a large eccentricity - you need to install shortened ones, and they will provoke additional mechanical losses in the operation of the internal combustion engine due to increased movement resistance. In addition, short connecting rods are less reliable because they experience greater loads.

From this we conclude that the option with cylinder boring is less expensive. The thickness of the cylinder wall allows you to obtain additional volume by increasing the diameter by 1-2 mm without loss of strength. At the same time, you don’t need to bother with finding special pistons - serial models, of course, with a larger diameter, will do. Boring cylinder blocks in a car repair shop will cost 1200-1600 rubles.

Silence in the cabin

Largus used to be noisy. After restyling, an additional sound insulation package was provided for the luxury package. “Above-plan” mats were laid on the floor, in the body pillars, doors, wheel arches and on the ceiling. That is, almost everywhere.

The result is a reduction in interior noise of 1.7–2.7 dB at 100 km/h in fifth gear. And with intensive acceleration in third - by 5.1 dB. Excellent (and tangible) performance.

Minus:

there is no additional sound insulation on the engine shield.

How to uniquely transform your car?

A car has not been considered a luxury for a long time. This is a convenient means of transportation. Need to pick up your child from kindergarten? Give your spouse a ride to work? Or go shopping at the store? Having your own car will simplify these and many other tasks. But I want the vehicle to be special, not like others. It is for this reason that, in pursuit of exclusivity and originality, many car owners work hard on its appearance. Tuning is the improvement of a car. Even if you have the most expensive car, you will still want to change something about it. It's always nice to be the center of attention. A beautiful car will emphasize the social status of its owner and, of course, his sense of taste.

In this case, the best option would be to seek help from a technical service center!

Everything is in its place (almost!)

The ergonomics of the old Largus with the interior from the “first” Logan was peculiar - everything was out of place. Now almost everything has been fixed. Except that the joystick for adjusting the mirrors was left under the handbrake. The dashboard is shared by Duster, the front seats are shared by XRAY, the instrument cluster is shared by XRAY Cross, the steering wheel is shared by Vesta.

The seat heating buttons moved to the center console (finally!), and the power window buttons moved to the doors.

Convenient control buttons for cruise, speed limiter and music appeared on the steering wheel. Expensive versions have multimedia with a color touchscreen.

Minus:

The multimedia screen is located very low - you have to stretch and take your eyes off the road. But everything is better than the simplest single-din radio that was before.

Reflashing a car engine, all the pros and cons

Is it possible to reflash the engine or not, what are the pros and cons of such procedures. See flashing options, features, price of flashing and consequences. At the end of the article there is a video review of engine chip tuning.

• What is flashing
• Power Options
• Firmware classification
• How to reflash an engine
• Pros and cons of flashing
• Tuning price
• Video

Sooner or later, every car owner wants to get more power from the engine of the iron horse, as well as stable operation. There are a lot of options on how to increase power and what needs to be done for this, and each has both pros and cons. In a word, such a modification is considered tuning and the opinions of experienced drivers are divided into positive and negative.

Positive feedback from car owners regarding engine reflashing includes increased power, more stable operation and confident running. On the negative side, many say that incorrectly reflashing the engine will simply kill the unit and the car as a whole after a short period of time. To understand what engine flashing is and what it is used for, let’s go through the main details of this chip tuning unit.

Improved visibility

The headlights are taken from the second generation Logan, in a simple version - without LEDs in the running lights. They shine with dignity: brightly and evenly.

Access for lamp replacement remains good. You can see more in the side mirrors. Their bodies, by the way, are from Vesta, with LED turn signal repeaters in all trim levels.

The right mirror is no longer blocked by the body pillar. The rear view camera is a good addition to the parking sensors.

Minus:

The rear view camera does not have a washer - although the Niva Travel has one. There are no dynamic marking lines on the display (Vesta has them).

The process of flashing a car engine

At first glance, flashing a car engine seems like a simple procedure. I connected to the control unit via a special cord, selected the appropriate firmware and the process started. But in reality, if you want to achieve the expected result, you will need to work and spend more than one day of time.

The first thing the process of flashing a car engine begins with is determining the purpose of flashing (fuel savings, increasing power or modifying the unit). To carry out this procedure, you will need a desktop computer or laptop (most often) with previously configured software and a special cord for connecting to the OBD port of the car.

Depending on the make and model of the car, the control unit can be located differently, in front under the panel, outside under the hood, under the seat, or even in the trunk of the car. But most often it is located in the front of the car, this is both convenient and accessible for flashing the car engine. It is better not to describe the process of flashing a car engine, reading, modifying and refilling, since it is different for each make, model, and even year of manufacture or submodel of the car. The main stages of flashing a car engine are adjusting the factory firmware and testing the results of the modification.

It would not be superfluous to take measurements before flashing the car’s engine, that is, its acceleration dynamics, fuel consumption and other parameters, and carry out a similar procedure after chip tuning the engine. In this case, it will immediately become clear whether there are positive results from such engine flashing or whether the performance has only worsened. You should never rule out the case when you turned to a bad specialist and instead of improving the parameters, they will only get worse, and the shortcomings of engine flashing will kill the unit and components over time.

Chip tuning is a panacea for correcting shortcomings

Often, drivers are not satisfied with the engine dynamics due to a trivial malfunction, which the owner simply is not aware of due to incompetence. Chip tuning will not help fix such a breakdown, but it will help diagnose it. For example, bad spark plugs or ignition coils, holes in the exhaust pipes, a faulty flow meter or fuel pump - these are just some of the problems that were addressed to AGP Motorsport, hoping to improve the car's dynamics with chip tuning. If the car has faults that prevent the engine from reaching its potential, AGP Motorsport can diagnose and repair the car.

And in what cases does it make sense to do more serious tuning of the chassis?

For driving on public roads, as a rule, no modifications are required. The car manufacturer has already included in it the most optimal, average indicators of smoothness and handling and, guided by the dynamic characteristics, has selected the necessary equipment.

It’s another matter if the car is planned to be used for some kind of sports competition. That’s when they work magic on the engine, the chassis is almost completely redesigned, and in general, only the body remains from the production car, and even that is reinforced by the frame.

But I believe that our blog is unlikely to be read by athletes, especially since they probably have at their disposal some kind of workshop with automotive professionals, so let’s talk about something else... about what concerns ordinary car enthusiasts who do not like the average factory settings.

As a rule, when talking about the chassis of a car, the issue of balance between the smoothness of the car's ride and its handling is raised. There are two extremes - you can drive very comfortably, almost not noticing irregularities on the road, but at the same time the car will sway and roll heavily in turns, respond slowly and not very accurately to steering commands.

And the other extreme is excellent controllability, but at the same time, every small pebble will be felt literally by the whole body, passing through the fifth point along the spine to the brain.

And literally all automakers are looking for in each of their car models that ideal balance between handling and comfort that would be accepted by the majority of their potential buyers.

But, unfortunately, not every car enthusiast can afford to buy a car that would meet all his requirements.

Therefore, many people have a desire to modify the car that is available.

As a rule, when it comes to tuning the chassis, they strive to improve the handling of the car, which makes sense.

After all, not only the driving sensation, but also the safety of the driver, as well as all his passengers, depends on the performance of the car’s suspension.

Let's sum it up

Lada Largus Cross is a model that allows its owners to perform a wide variety of tuning and introduce all innovations to an unlimited extent. At the same time, you can do almost everything with your own hands. Here the main factor may be the financial component, which often determines in which direction tuning should be developed in a particular case. If this aspect does not concern the owner who is prone to transformation, then desires and preferences come to the fore.

The result of tuning the Lada Largus Cross will be not only a satisfied owner, but also a significantly transformed car; all innovations are the path to individuality, which is so rare in our time.

Ways to increase car engine power

Over time, many drivers begin to think about how to increase the engine power of their car. There are a lot of options and possibilities for this, from the simplest and least expensive to the most effective.

Engine power is determined by the amount of fuel burned, as well as combustion efficiency. Fully burned fuel ensures maximum engine efficiency.

Atmospheric engines are too constrained in terms of seriously increasing power, due to the inability to push a lot of air into the cylinders. The problem was solved by installing a turbine, which made it possible to extract 1.5-2 times more power from the engine with an equal cylinder volume than that of an aspirated engine.

Is mechanics forever?

There is no automated transmission and there never will be. Brand representatives do not directly say “no”, but they clearly hint.

A robot with one clutch is leaving the VAZ range. The four-speed automatic DP2 is old and cannot be combined with VAZ engines (this work would have to be done from scratch). The CVT will require the introduction of a 113-horsepower engine into the range, and such a power plant would greatly increase the price of the station wagon. And Largus’ target audience is very sensitive to price increases.

Lightweight flywheel and forged pistons

A lightweight flywheel is installed on tuned cars quite often, as it gives good results with a comprehensive modification of the engine. The bottom line is that a lightweight flywheel is lighter (no matter how it sounds), so it spins up faster and reaches maximum speed faster. As a result, it turns out that the engine power increases, but the maximum you can get is 4% from the previous one.

Replacing this part is not difficult, so anyone can make this modification. Such a flywheel costs an average of 2-4 thousand rubles, depending on the car. If you do not plan to greatly increase the indicator we need, then this type of modification will suit you along with a zero-resistance filter, chip tuning, compression and other light modifications, which together will give a good result for enjoying the speed characteristics of the car.

Forged pistons are very often installed by many tuning enthusiasts, and racing drivers also leave positive reviews about them. The bottom line is that a forged piston moves easier due to its lighter weight, and it will also withstand higher temperature loads because it is stronger.

Malfunctions and ways to eliminate them

During its operation, the suspension can cause not only all sorts of sounds in the form of knocks and squeaks, but also direct problems with the steering. If this part behaves suspiciously, it should be immediately fully diagnosed.

Noise and knocking while driving

The main reasons for the suspension failure of the Lada Largus are related to uneven roads. For example, a knocking sound in the front suspension of a Lada Largus begins after the car falls into a hole or hits a bump.

In addition, the inexperience of the car owner is not the last circumstance that leads to repair of the chassis. Having noticed a pothole belatedly, the brake pedal is pressed, which only increases the load several times and aggravates the situation.

The problem may be faulty shock absorbers, worn ball joints, loose fastening bolts, or lack of lubrication. If worn parts need to be replaced, this should be done immediately. When a malfunction of the suspension is associated with the fixing force or lack of lubricant, tightening them and appropriate lubrication will correct the situation.

If there is noise or knocking in the rear suspension, in addition to rubber seals and torque rods, attention should be paid to the condition of the exhaust pipe. A detailed analysis of the entire mechanism allows you to accurately determine the cause of the breakdown and eliminate it in a timely manner.

Departure of a vehicle from straight-line motion

Most often this is due to different tire pressures, incorrect wheel alignment or incorrect bearing clearance. These problems are resolved by checking and adjusting the characteristics to suit normal operation.

In some cases, even disassembling the suspension using specialized equipment is required. For example, if the front suspension arm of a Lada Largus is severely deformed, then the entire axle will need to be replaced.

It is worth noting that tire defects may not be immediately noticeable, so you should swap the wheels of the front of the car. If the direction of care changes, then the problem is in the condition of the rubber. When the loss of strength of one of the springs is to blame, it will immediately compress, affecting the visual tilt of the car body.

Vertical oscillation of the front wheels

This situation most often develops during braking or accelerating to maximum speed. The passenger car begins to tilt, and under the influence of road unevenness it makes oscillatory movements. This is justified by a possible imbalance of the wheels, settling of the suspension springs or failure of the shock absorbers.

In this case, the anti-roll bar may simply not work during acceleration and braking. Here you should check the condition of all parts and, if they are worn, replace them by securely tightening the fixing bolts.

Such vertical vibrations are unacceptable, since the chassis and steering perceive them as natural dynamic loads, which ultimately leads to loss of controllability.

Modernization of the body of the Largus model

We have seen that in some cases it is not difficult to transform the characteristics of a motor, although an infusion of a certain financial resource is required.

What should an owner do if he is “satisfied” with the modernized engine, but is not satisfied with the appearance of the body? Here the saving measure will be a transformation in the exterior of the Lada Largus.

In this case, you can also lean towards two courses of action:

• perform structural transformation of body components;
• so-called cosmetic modification.

The first option involves replacing some body elements with new products, usually of an individual design. Note that a well-executed modification of this nature can not only significantly transform the exterior of the car, giving it speed and sportiness, but also significantly improve aerodynamic performance.

The most common structural modifications that most owners of Lada Largus Cross are inclined towards are the following:

• spoiler installation;
• installation of body kit on the hood (linings, buckets, intakes, etc.);
• replacing head and rear optics with more advanced and powerful lighting designs;
• the use of reinforcing components around the perimeter of the body (front grille, protective linings, skirts, etc.);
• installation of new wheels complete with tires instead of standard products;
• replacement of bumpers, exterior mirrors, etc.

Naturally, such transformations cost a lot of money and require the allocation of significant time resources.

A simpler version of the transformation will be cosmetic tuning. It involves the implementation of activities in the following areas:

• updating the paintwork of the body;
• tinting of glass, as well as optical devices;
• airbrushed designs on body panels;
• wrapping the body with various polymer materials (carbon films, vinyl, etc.);
• use of additional LED lighting sources.

Such events can provide the Lada Largus Cross with an updated look, allowing it to stand out in the gray mass of traffic. The main advantage of this method is its low cost.

Say a word about Largus Cross

The Cross version is the case where changes can be kept to a minimum. If I had a choice between Largus and Largus Cross, I would without a doubt take the second one. And I would recommend this to everyone.

The car initially, if taken in a good configuration, minimizes the need for tuning. Everything I said before applies here.

But in practice, only some of the improvements are really useful in this case. I explain my position. The Cross version initially offers:

• original body kits;
• wheels with a diameter of up to 16 inches with beautiful designs;
• roof rails, regardless of configuration;
• rear parking sensors, regardless of configuration;
• improved suspension struts (with them it’s not so scary to drive off-road);
• modified seats with good lateral support and increased comfort compared to the regular Largus;
• beautiful door cards and panels;
• interesting dashboard along with the dashboard;
• leather steering wheel;
• The standard audio system already has 6 speakers (but I would still install multimedia).

Yes, most car owners don’t need more. The main thing is to initially buy a car with a rich configuration. Then tuning your Largus Cross comes down to a minimum set of modifications.

Don’t forget that AvtoVAZ offers several features for Cross from the factory. Namely:

• tourist roof box for 10 thousand rubles (excellent quality and appearance);
• off-road tires (approximately 3-6 thousand rubles);
• standard tinting (complies with GOST, does not raise questions from the traffic police, costs about 10 thousand rubles).

By paying about 30 thousand extra, you get a car in full combat readiness.
This is not an exemplary SUV, but an all-terrain station wagon. But considering the price of the car, its technical characteristics and level of comfort, it completely justifies itself. What do you think, is it worth doing tuning in the case of the Lada Largus and what changes are you ready for?

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Lada Largus appeared in Russia not so long ago, but has already become popular among car enthusiasts. The model belongs to family cars, the main purpose of which is the transportation of things, cargo and out-of-town trips. One of the versions of Largus is Cross, which has some differences both in appearance and in technical characteristics. But since this is a domestic car, many owners make various modifications to the car.

What is this

Let's start with the question of what car tuning is. For some reason, many people consider auto tuning a new trend in the world of cars. But in reality, the first modifications to vehicles began literally as soon as the first production models began to be produced at the beginning of the 20th century.

The reasons for tuning at that time were no different from today. This is the desire to make the car more individual, highlight its features and highlight it against the general background. The desire for individuality has not disappeared over many decades, but has only intensified. It forces car owners to change the external and internal appearance of their iron horse, as well as adjust standard technical capabilities.

It is impossible to deny the fact that previously only young car enthusiasts were engaged in tuning. But now improvements are increasingly of interest to adults and sensible people. This is due to the ability to optimize the operation of the car, reduce the cost of its maintenance through some changes to the factory version of the car. There are a number of measures to reduce fuel consumption through modernization.

Tuning is aimed not only at improving existing capabilities, but also at creating new functions. The choice of direction largely depends on what specific goals the car owner is pursuing.

Some strive to create an outwardly exquisite masterpiece on the basis of a standard factory car, that is, they are purely interested in changes in external perception. Others want to increase comfort and make being inside the car as pleasant as possible.

And there is also a category of motorists who do not care so much how the car looks on the outside or on the inside. The main thing for them is to achieve maximum power, increase acceleration dynamics and improve technical parameters

In this regard, tuning does not have a clear definition. These are any works, procedures and activities aimed at changing the design, appearance, factory settings and functions.

It is also worth noting what is considered car tuning from the position of the traffic police or traffic police. Every owner of a non-standard and modernized car will confirm that the State Traffic Inspectorate does not really like and feel sorry for such cars. This is due to possible violations that arise when changes are made to the design or technical component of the vehicle.

The same new audio system cannot be considered a violation, and is not included in the list of prohibited procedures for re-equipping a car. But if you install xenon that blinds oncoming cars, use dull tinting on the windshield, or boost the engine without changing the characteristics in the official documentation, expect fines and the possibility of confiscation of the vehicle until the faults are completely eliminated.

The choice of tuning must be approached very carefully and carefully. No one is against improving the vehicle’s cross-country ability, reducing fuel consumption, and increasing the level of comfort

But tuning should not have the opposite effect, manifested in the form of deterioration in handling, reduced safety or harm to other road users.

When doing something new, you should always be aware of the rules, regulations and laws. Going against the law is strongly discouraged. You can clearly see how illegal tuning is done and what it leads to in the end. When boosting the engine on a machine not intended for this purpose, there is a risk of loss of control and explosion of the power unit. Some modifications in the interior using a large list of volatile equipment lead to failure of the generator, short circuits and fires of the car, since it cannot withstand such loads.

Laws are invented for a reason, but with the goal of ensuring safe movement for all its participants.

Do-it-yourself Largus Cross tuning

Modernization of the model is mostly aimed at increasing the level of comfort, reducing fuel consumption, increasing dynamics, and improving appearance.

Engine

One of the options for tuning the car in question is to improve the power unit, which is capable of developing from 102 to 106 hp. depending on the settings and features of the motor. For a measured ride, these characteristics are quite enough. However, there are car enthusiasts for whom the standard power is not enough. You can modify the engine in the following ways:

• perform chip tuning by flashing the electronic control unit;
• change characteristics by replacing engine parts.

Chipovka

The most popular option for upgrading a power plant is chip tuning. If the work is carried out in a specialized service, where the unit is flashed with a program with properly calibrated parameters, then you can get greater dynamics from the car. Depending on your wishes, the electronic unit can be re-flashed to suit your needs:

• reduction in fuel consumption;
• reduction of exhaust toxicity;
• improvement of dynamic performance.

Reprogramming the unit yourself is not recommended, as there is a high probability of side effects. High-quality work costs about 4–10 thousand rubles. As a result of its implementation, it is possible to improve the elasticity of the engine and reduce consumption by 1.5 liters per 100 km. If the results of chipping seem insufficient to you, then you need to engage in more global modernization.

Technical improvement

Intervention in the design of the motor can improve the initial power characteristics by 10–40%. Refinement involves intervention in the following nodes:

• supply system;
• gas distribution mechanism;
• injection elements;
• cylinder-piston group.

Chassis

If the owner of the Largus Cross is not satisfied with the characteristics of the suspension, changes can be made to it. Through modifications you can improve the driving performance of the car. Changes can be aimed at the following actions:

• installation of reinforced suspension elements;
• increase or decrease in clearance;
• installation of parts with improved characteristics (stands, stabilizers, etc.).

The clearance of the Largus Cross is 170–195 mm, depending on the configuration. These indicators are quite enough for confident driving both in the city, on the highway, and for trips into nature. If the ground clearance seems too low, it can be increased by installing special spacers for the shock absorbers. These parts are mounted between the cup and the racks.

There is also a more complex and expensive option for increasing ground clearance: replacing shock absorbers and springs or installing larger wheels. As for reducing the ground clearance, in relation to the Largus Cross this procedure is simply inappropriate, unless the goal is to make the car an exhibition piece.

Video: increasing ground clearance using the example of Logan

Brake system

Tuning the brake system involves installing larger brake discs or products with perforations and notches. Thus, it is possible to increase the efficiency of the brakes and improve the removal of heat and moisture from the working surface. When choosing brake discs, you should focus on the standard size of 260 mm.

In addition to original wheels from Renault-AvtoVAZ, you can install products from the following manufacturers:

• BM;
• Hella;
• MinTex.

Appearance

The owners put a lot of effort into changing the appearance of the Largus Cross. Let's look at the main elements that can be modified:

• front and rear bumper. If desired, the car can be given a more sporty and dynamic look by installing tuned bumpers;
• thresholds. Installing thresholds improves the appearance of the car, the landing is visually lowered and when installing the box on the roof, it is easier to use;

There are actually quite a few options for external tuning. For example, you can repaint the car, do airbrushing, tint the windows, etc. If the financial side of the issue is not decisive, then modifications can be made endlessly. However, the Largus Cross is far from the most suitable car for these purposes.

Optics modernization

The standard headlights cause a lot of criticism. Despite the changes made by the designers, the optics still do not differ in originality from other VAZ models. Owners of Largus cars can improve the optics by installing lensed headlights. Compared to stock, this lighting makes the car attractive and improves safety when driving at night. Both xenon and bi-xenon can be installed in the headlights. The second option is a lamp with built-in low and high beam.

Standard headlights can also be equipped with angel eyes, which are a fairly popular tuning element today. In addition, the attractiveness of the fog lights can be improved. To do this, install a frame with chrome elements or with daytime running lights.

The taillights are also not deprived of attention. Today, various tuning options are offered that will not only change the appearance of the Largus, but will also add originality and increase safety, which is possible thanks to LED elements. This is due to the fact that the dimensions and brake lights made of LEDs are clearly visible in the dark, during the day and in bad weather.

Salon

Since the driver and passengers spend most of the time inside the car, a lot of modifications are also made to the interior decoration. Interior tuning involves solving one or more problems:

• improved comfort;
• expansion of functionality;
• improvements according to the personal preferences of the owner.

Specific actions directly depend on the goals set and the budget allocated for interior modernization.

Tidy improvements

If you listen to the opinion of many car owners, the standard instrument cluster is not very informative. To make this element more readable, you can install a digital instrument panel that is compatible with the standard wiring. If you do not want to completely change the instrument panel, you can replace the backlight lamps and controls to your liking. Thus, the lighting will not distract from the road during long night trips.

Interior and trunk lighting

Improvements to the lighting in the cabin can begin with the lampshade, since this element does not provide sufficient brightness of the backlight. Modernization comes down to replacing standard W5W light bulbs with LED ones. If the brightness is still not enough, install additional LED boards directly into the lampshade, connecting them parallel to the standard lamp and fixing them with double-sided tape. For better light diffusion, you can use foil, which is glued to the inner surface of the lampshade.

In addition to the interior, the lack of lighting in the Largus is observed in the luggage compartment, which is especially inconvenient in the dark. As additional light sources, you can use LED strips or lamps that are placed on the ceiling and connected to the trunk light connector. Additionally, you can organize illumination of the driver’s and passengers’ feet, as well as the thresholds when the door is open. For these purposes, LED strip or special lampshades are also used, which are connected to the door ends. Such modifications will provide the interior with a sufficient level of illumination.

Heating and ventilation

For Russian winters, it would be a good idea to equip the car seats with heating. When installing such equipment, you should use products from trusted manufacturers to avoid accidental fire. It is recommended to purchase kits specifically for Largus and install them in specialized services if you are not confident in your own abilities. In addition to heating, the ventilation system on the car in question should be improved. Despite the presence of air conditioning, there is simply no cabin filter from the factory. With simple steps, the filter element can be installed in its regular place using a screwdriver and a utility knife.

Video: installing a cabin filter on Largus

Noise insulation

On the Lada Largus Cross, sound insulation from the factory is present, but in a minimal amount, which does not provide a decent level of silence in the cabin. To increase comfort and reduce extraneous noise, the interior is completely soundproofed. To do this, the interior is completely disassembled, the body is cleaned of possible contaminants and dried. After this, the roof, pillars, floor, engine shield and doors are covered with a layer of vibration and sound insulation materials.

Interior styling

Modification of the interior depends only on the imagination and finances of the owner. Low-cost methods include installing seat covers, steering wheel covers and gear levers.

Additionally, you can cover the torpedo with carbon film. For more serious changes, you can replace the standard seats with sports ones. However, this option would not be entirely appropriate, since the car was initially designed for measured driving. Comprehensive tuning of the Largus interior involves complete reupholstery with the selected material. One of the additional elements that the owners of the model in question install is the armrest between the front seats. A wide variety allows you to choose a product of a suitable design and the necessary fastening.

Tuning doors and trunk

The doors on the Largus can also be modified if desired. First of all, attention is paid to the additional seal that is applied to the doorway or the door itself. Thus, the doors will close more quietly, less noise and dust will penetrate into the interior, and in winter it will be warmer inside. Doors can also be equipped with glass closers. This device provides:

• opening and closing the glass with one touch of a button;
• closing the windows when arming the car;
• raising the windows when closing the doors using the central locking remote control.

You can install a subwoofer in the trunk, thereby improving the sound of music in the cabin. However, if the machine is used to transport goods, then installing such a device may cause some inconvenience. Therefore, before introducing a subwoofer, you should think about its placement and design.

About the domestic VAZ 11189 engine

In April 2022, AvtoVAZ began installing domestic VAZ 11189 engines on Largus. The advantages of this engine are described in one of the issues of “Okay Mechanics”.

Let us remind you that you can read about the VAZ 21129 engine here.

Key words: Lada Largus engine

Multifunction steering wheel and camera

The main changes took place in the cabin. It is not surprising - in our time, even poor buyers want to see modern options and attributes of comfort in their cars. The old Largus was too ascetic!

After restyling, it is not inferior in equipment to other Tolyatti models. We are pleased with the new winter options: heated steering wheel, windshield and rear seats. Also in rich trim levels there were rain and light sensors, cruise control and speed limiter, multifunction steering wheel, front armrest, rear view camera. We installed a multimedia system with navigation and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay functions.

Both entry-level and expensive configurations have become richer. For example, central locking with remote control is installed on all Largus.

Minus:

Side airbags never appeared.

Chip tuning.

All modern car engines are controlled using electronic systems. And as a rule, the factory settings of machines coming off the assembly line are not designed for high power.

Mainly, the settings that manufacturers initially set are aimed at reducing fuel consumption, reducing exhaust toxicity and, of course, increasing service life.

No matter how the experts who deal with chip tuning assure you, any change in settings in the control unit cannot occur without damaging the life of the motor.

But this does not frighten fans of aggressive driving at all and they are ready to pay any amount for the sake of new firmware. But it’s worth making a reservation that such work can only be trusted to qualified specialists in auto centers.

Why go to professionals?

This is necessary because in authorized centers specialists use licensed firmware that is supplied to them by the manufacturer. And with the right approach, only qualified repairmen can correctly change the firmware.

Indeed, during this work, it is important to correctly take into account all the subtleties of tuning: throttle balancing, temperature indicators and the required amount of crankshaft rotation. Only strict and competent adherence to all parameters can guarantee the quality of reconfiguration

Reconfiguring the engine management system cannot be of high quality if your car has already lost its original characteristics or, more simply put, the engine has an impressive mileage.

Modernization of the motor design.

This method of making the engine more agile is considered a complex technological process. When carrying out modernization, the main engine parts are subject to modernization.

• Cylinder block.

This is one of the main parts; it is bored in order to install larger pistons.

• Pistons.

Special piston groups are installed from more durable alloys and with special notches, in accordance with the bored size of the block.

• Cylinder head

a new one is also installed or an old one is bored, but the first option will be more reliable.

• In addition to the main details

All associated consumables are replaced according to the new engine parameters.

All structural improvements are accompanied by the installation of additional devices that will contribute to the smooth operation of a completely new engine: turbochargers, superchargers, etc. All this is connected to a new electronic engine control system.

The most important thing that determines the correct operation of the modernized engine is the selection of special firmware. And therefore, the maximum result, which will really give the car more power, can only be achieved with a comprehensive solution.

To sum up all of the above, we can assure you that a positive result can only be achieved with special equipment and a qualified specialist.

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