Tuning is a common phenomenon among modern motorists. But if some fully fit into the design of the engine, chassis and other units that affect the speed and power of the car, then others prefer external tuning. The installation of Euro handles on the VAZ 2114 is a prime example of this.
Photo of installed euro handles on VAZ 2114
What are Euro pens?
It is impossible to say for sure why they are called Euro pens. Apparently, this somehow relates to European cars, Western auto production. Let's be honest, the factory door handles on the “fourteenth” are far from being an example of automotive design art.
Euro handles are a set of door handles that significantly transform the appearance of the car and allow you to open and close doors more comfortably. They have a comfortable design and are pleasant to hold with your hands. Plus, the quality of individual handle models significantly exceeds even VAZ factory elements for opening front and rear doors.
The second stage is assembly!
- Before installing the Euro handle in the VAZ 2115 door, you need to remove the lock along with the cylinder from the old handle. To do this, remove the rod that is attached to the cylinder, then carefully remove the retaining ring of the cylinder along with the spring. We install the key in the keyhole and pull it towards ourselves along with the cylinder.
- We clean and lubricate the mechanism, as well as all rods and connections, after which we install the rubber gasket that comes with the Euro handle and begin assembly.
- Before final assembly, we check how the handle and lock work, making sure that everything is assembled correctly and works as it should.
- We attach the handle to the bolts and assemble everything in the reverse order.
As you can see, installing Euro handles on a “tag” is a fairly simple task that any “home” craftsman can do. By installing Euro handles “Lynx” on a VAZ 2115, they can improve the appearance of the car and also make opening doors more pleasant.
Handles "Lynx"
Despite the fairly extensive range of Euro handles suitable for the VAZ 2114, domestic owners of the “fourteenth” most prefer to use the “Lynx” kits. These are high-quality, reliable products with excellent design, smooth lines, streamlining, and excellent grip comfort.
Handles Lynx
Plus, of course, quality plays a big role in the popularity of accessories. Here it is not possible to make any claims to the Lynx Euro handles for the VAZ 2114 car.
Varieties
The Lynx Euro pens have a factory designation, which determines the differences between the sets.
- IN 1. This designation indicates that the package contains four handles - two rear and two front. In this case, the front larvae do not have.
- AT 2. There are also four handles, a pair for the rear and front doors. Only here the larvae are present.
Which one should I choose? The question is purely individual. On the one hand, B1 have a solid, smooth structure that is not spoiled by key holes. For external tuning they are simply perfect.
The second option is preferable for those who value quality, visual appeal, but at the same time reliability. After all, the presence of a cylinder will give you the opportunity to open the car with a key if problems arise with the alarm or key fob.
Quality checking
Whether it be Lynx or European pens from another manufacturer, you definitely need to make sure of the quality of the products offered to you. There are some useful tips for this.
- Buy directly from good stores rather than ordering online. Today it is important to order many spare parts online. But the problem is that you won't be able to see or touch them until delivery. If we are talking about online ordering, check the reliability of this online store, read reviews about it, study the nuances of delivery and payment. The best option is to pay the courier on the spot. This way you can first look at the handles, and only then, if everything is good, pay for the order. Well, when you are in a regular store, there will be nothing difficult in studying spare parts in detail.
- Package. Surprisingly, it is important to pay attention to the packaging. Factory products must have barcodes, certificate marks, full instructions, a warranty, and so on.
- Content. If each pen is packaged in a separate bag, this indicates a responsible approach by the manufacturer. After all, the transportation process takes a lot of time, and you yourself know the quality of our roads. Constant shaking leads to friction between parts, which leads to scratches and damage. Separate packaging will prevent this from happening.
- Instructions. Good manufacturers provide detailed instructions for installing them along with Euro handles. There is nothing complicated about this, but the very fact of the presence of this instruction already speaks volumes.
- Quality. Alas, it cannot always be determined visually. Nowadays low-grade materials are so skillfully disguised that only laboratory tests can help you in some cases. As for European pens specifically, the best guarantee of quality is purchasing products from a trusted manufacturer. Such as Lynx, for example.
Installation
Installing Euro handles on a VAZ 2114 is a lengthy process. Get ready to devote a whole day to this issue. It is best to learn the disassembly and assembly sequence using visual videos.
The stages of installing euro handles are as follows:
- The door trim is removed. This is a rather lengthy task that can take up the most time among all other processes. Don’t forget, the casing still needs to be put in place later.
- There is no need to drill, saw or cook anything. The only exceptions are those Euro handles that are not intended for the VAZ 2114. They are adjusted, something is cut out. Complex and sometimes pointless tuning. Today there are many excellent Euro handles that fit perfectly on the “fourteenth” model without unnecessary manipulations during the installation process.
- Each new part is installed in place of the standard one.
- It is advisable to arm yourself with additional fasteners for the trim in advance, since an inexperienced car owner can damage them during disassembly or reinstallation. They are cheap, but can come in handy at any time when replacing Euro pens.
- After removing the old handles, be sure to clean the socket and treat the surfaces with polish. After this, proceed to install new elements. There is nothing complicated there if you remember the dismantling process well.
- The penultimate stage is reassembly.
- The process of installing Euro handles on a VAZ 2114 is completed by cleaning new accessories and putting things in order inside and outside the car.
Euro pens are a simple but effective way to look at your car differently. Initially, it seems that installing such elements will have little effect on the appearance. But after installation you realize how different the car looks. Such a small accessory has a very positive effect on the VAZ 2114. This is a good and fairly simple type of tuning.
How to install euro handles on a VAZ 2114
Depending on your experience, it may take you anywhere from an hour to a whole day of time, but with the right approach and enough patience, you will succeed. There is nothing complicated in the process of installing European VAZ 2114 handles; there are many videos on this topic.
Being careful when doing any work on your car can save you a lot of nerves and time. Take your time, with any repair you can break more than you wanted to fix.
The sequence of actions is as follows:
- remove door trims. You need to be careful with plastic latches; when you remove them, a couple of them will break in any case, so it would be a good idea to buy them in advance as a spare;
- disconnect the rods and remove the old handles. Many people encounter problems at this stage, but after carefully watching a few videos you can easily cope;
- install new euro handles. Look carefully at the instructions, all handles are designed for a specific door;
- connect the rods to the new euro handles;
- Reassemble the casing in reverse order.
How to remove the door handle of a VAZ 2109, 2114.
So, we'll start by removing the door card. To do this, unscrew the pin that closes the door from the inside. Next, we take out the plugs from the door handle and unscrew the bolts that secure the handle.
Now, perhaps, the most difficult thing that will have to be done, and at this stage many people have a question about how to remove the window lifter handle of the VAZ 2109, 2114. To do this, take a thin, narrow minus screwdriver. We insert it between the latch and the washer and carefully press out the jammed handle latch. Next, pull it towards you and take it out completely.
I hope the photo makes everything clearer.
We unscrew the bolts securing the door card from the bottom (if you have a VAZ 2114 with electric windows, then unhook the pads from the window buttons) and take out the rubber seal from the top. Remove the decorative trim of the interior door handle by prying it off with a screwdriver or knife. Now nothing prevents us from removing the door trim and pulling it out from the bedbugs.
We pull out the rods coming from the handle lock and from the handle itself. It is more convenient to do this by grasping the plastic part of the rod with pliers. Or you can try to pry them off with a screwdriver.
The handle is held on by two nuts. We unscrew them and pull out the handle.
Removing and installing the outer door handle on VAZ 2113, 2114 and 2115
The first step is to remove the door trim. After this, access to the lock mechanism and its rods from the inside opens.
Now unscrew one nut securing the handle from the inside, as shown in the photo below.
The second nut is located on the outside:
From the outside, move the handle slightly to the side, as shown clearly:
And then it is necessary to disconnect the two rods from the handle mechanism of the VAZ 2114-2115 from the inside. This can be done using a flat screwdriver, and the shorter it is, the more convenient it all is.
The rods are hinged, so you will have to apply moderate force to disconnect them from the lock mechanism. After which you can finally remove the handle and replace it with a new one.
It is worth noting that the price of a new factory handle for the front doors is around 300 rubles, but the rear ones can be bought a little cheaper - from 200 rubles apiece. Installation occurs in the reverse order of removal.
Many people tune their cars, some increase their speed characteristics, while others prefer to improve the appearance and increase the comfort of using their personal cars. This type of tuning includes Euro handles for the VAZ 2114.
How to insert the cylinder into the euro handle of a VAZ 2109, 2114.
In order to insert the old lock cylinder into the Euro handle of the VAZ 2109, you first need to remove it from the old one. To do this, use a thin screwdriver to press the stopper (if it does not press on one side, try it on the other).
- We pull out the stopper with pliers.
- We insert the key into the lock and use a screwdriver to remove the spring from the inside of the handle. The larva is pulled out and thoroughly wiped.
- We take out the sealing ring from the set with the euro handle and pull it onto the cylinder.
- Take lithol and lightly coat the larva. After which, the larva is inserted into a new handle.
- We install the spring on the lock cylinder. We install the lock release rod on the cylinder and insert the stopper. Lubricate all rubbing parts.
- Now you know how to insert the cylinder into the euro handle of the VAZ 2109, 2114 and the handle is ready for installation.
How to install Euro handles “Lynx” on a VAZ 2115?
- The first step is to remove the door trim; underneath there are rods and handle fasteners that we need to replace. To do this, unscrew the screws holding the “pocket” and turn off the power to the speaker and power window buttons.
- Next, we pry up the plastic cover of the door handle and remove it in order to unscrew the screws securing the handle and door card.
- Then we pry up the plastic body of the handle that opens the door and take it out.
- Remove the plastic trim for adjusting the rear view mirror, then carefully pry up the door card and remove it.
- We remove the protective curtain and proceed to dismantling the rods and the external door handle. Using a key “8”, unscrew the nut securing the handle inside the door on the driver’s side, as well as the second nut located on the edge of the door in the area of the seal.
- Now you can remove the rods. I’ll say right away that many people have a lot of difficulties with this, since the space inside the doors is limited and working there is not entirely convenient, but if you get used to it, you can deal with it quite quickly. Using a screwdriver, pry up the plastic tips and remove the rods that do not allow the handle to come out.
- After the rods are disconnected, you can take out the handle. We pull it towards ourselves and take it out along with two small rods.