Lada Granta is a budget car, which means that the car’s owners are often young people who don’t mind adding some special features to their car. Probably one of the most popular tuning methods in a car interior is changing the dashboard lighting from the standard green to white or red.
Due to the fact that the Granta instrument panel is completely electronic, the illumination is performed not by light bulbs, as was the case before, but by LEDs, which are already soldered on the instrument panel board. To change the backlight, we will need to unsolder the standard LEDs and solder in our own ones, in the color that you like most.
Please note that all manipulations associated with disassembling the instrument panel and interfering with its operation may result in failure of the entire panel. You carry out all work at your own peril and risk!
First, remove the instrument panel from the car, we have already described how to do this in another article on our website, but let us briefly remind you:
- Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery;
- Remove the fuse box cover to access the lower screw securing the decorative casing;
- Unscrew the bottom screw of the decorative casing, two in the visor and, pulling it towards you, remove the decorative trim; for convenience, you can lower the steering wheel all the way down;
- Unscrew the four screws securing the instrument panel to the instrument panel and pull slightly towards you to access the connector;
- Disconnect the connector by lifting up the locking tab.
Next, prepare a flat screwdriver or special plastic spatulas for working with interior plastic and a regular household fork.
Using a flathead screwdriver or plastic spatula, unclip all latches around the perimeter of the instrument panel. You can insert a plastic card into the spacer to prevent them from snapping back.
After we have removed the cover, remove the arrows using a household fork, turning the arrow as you go and smoothly pulling out its top.
After removing the arrows, you can remove the board from the case by carefully disconnecting the on-board computer screen connector.
Here we ask you to pay attention to the fact that on the instrument panels of the first years of production the screen was soldered to the board and to dismantle the board you will need to unsolder the legs of the on-board computer screen. We recommend doing this operation yourself only if you have extensive experience working with microelectronics.
If you did everything correctly, the result of the work will be a similar instrument panel board. In the photo, the locations of the LEDs for illuminating the scales are marked in white, LEDs are in red for illuminating the arrows, and blue LEDs are for illuminating the on-board computer screen.
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The instrument panel on the Lada Granta is very reliable and usually there is no need to remove it often, but sometimes the need arises, for example, to update the firmware to a newer one with more functions or to carefully and secretly conduct wiring from additional equipment in the depths of the panel. Removing the shield will not be particularly difficult and the only tool you will need is a Phillips screwdriver.
We would like to draw your attention to the fact that for your own safety and the safety of the equipment being removed, we strongly advise you to disconnect the negative terminal from the battery before starting work.
First of all, remove the fuse compartment cover, just pull it anywhere, it is most convenient to do this in the niche under the steering column or near the light control module. The lid is attached to reusable metal clips; you are unlikely to break them and they will not require replacement. If you did manage to break one of the clips, they are freely sold in any auto store for about five rubles.
How to disassemble the instrument panel of Lada Granta and Kalina 2
Disassembly of the Lada Granta or Lada Kalina 2 panel is carried out in case of repair or modification.
You will need : remove the dashboard, prepare a flat-head screwdriver and a fork.
First of all, we dismantle the back cover by unlatching the latches along its perimeter.
To remove the arrows, you will need to carefully insert the fork, using it as a lever, and pull the arrow up. To avoid difficulties during reinstallation, take a photo of the position of the arrows before dismantling them.
All that remains is to remove the board from the case by disconnecting the LCD screen connector.
The instrument cluster is assembled in the reverse order. Pay special attention to the installation of the arrows; it is important that nothing interferes with their movement.
Let us remind you that along with improving the instrument panel lighting, you can also improve the lighting of the stove control unit.
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LADA Granta from 2011, removal of instrument cluster instructions online
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Problems when paying with bank cards
Sometimes difficulties may arise when paying with Visa/MasterCard bank cards. The most common of them:
- There is a restriction on the card for paying for online purchases
- A plastic card is not intended for making payments online.
- The plastic card is not activated for making payments online.
- There are not enough funds on the plastic card.
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Tips and tricks
How to properly remove the front and rear bumpers of a Lada Granta
To achieve an optimal result, you need to follow these tips:
- If even the smallest fragment with rust and other defects is detected, it is better to remove the door completely to eliminate the defects. The same is true with internal elements, which must be located in strictly designated areas;
- colored electrical tape will help to temporarily fix small parts while working on doors that have not been removed from their hinges;
- After such work, you will need to adjust the fit of the door, especially after installing additional devices and trim inside. If there is more weight, the door will go down, making it difficult to open/close the lock. Thanks to the intervention of the master after working with the cladding, the presence of such problems is eliminated.
It is worth remembering that hermetically sealing the door trim not only allows you to insulate/isolate from unnecessary noise and vibration, but also improves the sound quality of speaker systems. Dense low frequencies directly depend on the presence of material inside, and the presence of extra gaps will add unpleasant ringing and resonance when the speakers are operating.
It is best to test the reliability of the work performed by opening and closing the doors several times and testing the installed elements while driving. If possible, you can take a passenger with you who would monitor how the sound comes in and whether there is a draft through the casing and cracks.
Removing the Lada Granta instrument panel
Tools:
- Open-end wrench 10 mm
- Ratchet wrench
- Extension
- 8 mm head
- 10 mm high head
- 13 mm head
- 21 mm head
- Torx T20 socket
- Medium Phillips screwdriver
- Large flat screwdriver
Parts and consumables:
- Technical capacity
- Coolant
Notes:
Carry out work if it is necessary to replace the instrument panel, panel wiring harness and elements of the heating and ventilation system.
1. Disconnect the wire terminal from the negative terminal of the battery.
2. Drain the engine cooling system as described in this article.
3. In the engine compartment, remove the heating and ventilation system filter as described here.
4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the four self-tapping screws securing the heating and ventilation system filter casing to the instrument panel and remove the casing.
5. Loosen the clamps securing the heater inlet and outlet hoses and remove the hoses from pipes 2 of the heater radiator. Using a 10 mm high socket with an extension, unscrew nut 1 of the stud securing the flange of the heater radiator pipes to the front panel.
6. Inside the car, remove the mounting block cover as described in this article.
7. Remove the instrument cluster as described here.
8. Remove the floor tunnel lining as described in this article.
9. Disconnect the steering column from the instrument panel frame and lower it to the floor or remove the button completely, as described in this article.
10. Remove the instrument panel center trim as described here.
11. Remove the seals for the right and left door openings at the installation locations of the instrument panel and the A-pillar upholstery.
12. After overcoming the resistance of the clamps, remove the left side trim of the instrument panel.
13. Similarly, remove the right side trim of the instrument panel.
14. Use a screwdriver to pry up the upholstery of the left front pillar and, overcoming the resistance of the pistons, remove the upholstery.
15. Similarly, remove the right front pillar trim.
16. Remove the headlight beam adjustment knob by pulling it towards you.
17. Using a 21 mm socket, unscrew the nut securing the regulator to the instrument panel and remove the nut.
18. Remove the headlight beam adjustment control from the instrument panel hole.
19. Using a screwdriver, press out the two latches on the glove box and remove the top edge of the box from the instrument panel.
20. Open the glove box to a large angle and, applying the necessary force, pull the four split hinges of the box from their axes.
How to remove the dashboard for sizing
Recently a guy asked how to remove the dashboard for sizing. I want to share my impressions about this process. Suddenly someone wants to do this too. So here it is. I removed the panel last summer. Also for sizing. I did everything alone. I’ll say this: you can remove/install it alone, but it’s very messy. It's easier with two people, but I don't think it's much easier. Don't believe the repair book, it's much more complicated than it says. Too much will have to be removed in addition to the panel itself: the central trim, air duct tubes, gearbox housing, handbrake housing, floor tunnel, passenger airbag (if equipped), A-pillar trims, tidy. There are a lot of different screws and self-tapping screws, during assembly it is easy to get confused as to which ones were screwed in where. If I'm not mistaken, there are 26 screws alone for securing the panel itself! There are two treacherous screws on the left and right right under the windshield, which you can’t unscrew with a regular screwdriver, you can’t get under them. While the panel is being removed, you are left without glass blowing, and in current weather conditions this is fraught with consequences, including an accident due to fogged windows. If you just park the car. In terms of time: removal took 3 hours, installation took 4 kopecks. The steering wheel gets in the way. The left air duct pipe did not want to fall into place, it rested either on the body or on the windshield, it took me a whole hour just to do this. According to the results: the panel became a little more assembled, but after a WEEK it began to crunch again. In addition to this, the airflow on the windshield has become uneven - it blows weaker in the middle than at the edges. I’m generally silent about the numerous scratches on the dashboard and front door trims. You can remove them with an autogen lighter, but still the appearance is no longer marketable. Summarizing all of the above, from the bottom of my heart I HIGHLY DO NOT RECOMMEND doing this. You'll only make it worse. But this is purely my opinion, and then see for yourself. Maybe if you have experience in this matter, it will be easier for you. But I wouldn’t do this again now for any money, there are too many body movements and nuances
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Stage No. 1: remove the trim.
- We place the car within the perimeter of the repair area, remove the terminals from the battery.
- Open the rear left (right) door and raise the glass all the way up.
- We unscrew the blocker - the so-called soldier.
- Use a screwdriver to pry up the plastic window handle.
- We remove the latch and remove it from the grooves.
- We dismantle the handle assembly.
- Use a screwdriver to pry up the body of the outer door handle and unscrew the two bolts - the retainer.
- We remove the lower right corner of the card and remove it from its seat. We carry out the work carefully, since the plastic clips are fragile and can be damaged (10 in total).
- Remove the card counterclockwise.
- We remove the door lock rod from the card.
Choosing the right radio size
Removing, replacing, installing cylinder head gasket
We carry out installation either independently or by contacting specialists at the service center. In the second case, the service is paid.
By default, all VAZ and Lada models are equipped with a 1-DIN radio. The opening dimensions correspond to: 180 x 50 mm. This is an old standardization that has been in force since the times of the USSR. Modern audio modules can be purchased complete with a pre-installed LCD display. The size of the opening must comply with the standard: 180 x 100 mm, that is, doubled in height. Size marking: 2-DIN.
To install the radio in the Granta liftback, cut out the top pocket, remove the plastic, and install the assembled module. For a beginner, the process will seem somewhat complicated, so strictly follow the instructions.
Removing the Lada Granta instrument panel
Tools:
- Open-end wrench 10 mm
- Ratchet wrench
- Extension
- 8 mm head
- 10 mm high head
- 13 mm head
- 21 mm head
- Torx T20 socket
- Medium Phillips screwdriver
- Large flat screwdriver
Parts and consumables:
- Technical capacity
- Coolant
Notes:
Carry out work if it is necessary to replace the instrument panel, panel wiring harness and elements of the heating and ventilation system.
1. Disconnect the wire terminal from the negative terminal of the battery.
2. Drain the engine cooling system as described in this article.
3. In the engine compartment, remove the heating and ventilation system filter as described here.
4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the four self-tapping screws securing the heating and ventilation system filter casing to the instrument panel and remove the casing.
5. Loosen the clamps securing the heater inlet and outlet hoses and remove the hoses from pipes 2 of the heater radiator. Using a 10 mm high socket with an extension, unscrew nut 1 of the stud securing the flange of the heater radiator pipes to the front panel.
6. Inside the car, remove the mounting block cover as described in this article.
7. Remove the instrument cluster as described here.
8. Remove the floor tunnel lining as described in this article.
9. Disconnect the steering column from the instrument panel frame and lower it to the floor or remove the button completely, as described in this article.
10. Remove the instrument panel center trim as described here.
11. Remove the seals for the right and left door openings at the installation locations of the instrument panel and the A-pillar upholstery.
12. After overcoming the resistance of the clamps, remove the left side trim of the instrument panel.
13. Similarly, remove the right side trim of the instrument panel.
14. Use a screwdriver to pry up the upholstery of the left front pillar and, overcoming the resistance of the pistons, remove the upholstery.
15. Similarly, remove the right front pillar trim.
16. Remove the headlight beam adjustment knob by pulling it towards you.
17. Using a 21 mm socket, unscrew the nut securing the regulator to the instrument panel and remove the nut.
18. Remove the headlight beam adjustment control from the instrument panel hole.
19. Using a screwdriver, press out the two latches on the glove box and remove the top edge of the box from the instrument panel.
20. Open the glove box to a large angle and, applying the necessary force, pull the four split hinges of the box from their axes.
21. Near the opening of the left door, use a 10 mm socket to unscrew nut 1 securing the tip of the “mass” wire and remove it from the stud.
22. Using a 10 mm socket, unscrew the two nuts securing the ground wire lugs to the right bracket of the instrument panel console and remove the wire lugs from the studs.
23. Using a 13 mm socket, unscrew the bolt securing the right bracket of the instrument panel console to the body bracket.
24. Similarly, unscrew the bolt securing the left bracket of the instrument panel console to the body bracket.
25. Squeeze the two clips and disconnect the wiring harness connector from the brake light switch.
26. By pressing the latch, disconnect the wiring harness block from the gas pedal module.
27. Disconnect the instrument panel wiring harness connector from the clutch pedal position sensor wiring harness connector.
28. On the right side of the instrument panel, pressing the latch, disconnect one block of the wiring harness from the controller.
29. Using a screwdriver, use a screwdriver to slide the block clamps and disconnect the two wiring harness blocks from the fuse and relay mounting block.
30. Disconnect the two front engine compartment wiring harness connectors.
Analysis of the Grant panel
To completely disassemble the tidy, you need to follow a sequence of actions.
- Disconnect power from the battery.
- Remove the glove compartment cover and fuse box.
- Next, you need to unscrew the fastening screws of the instrument panel trim and in the glove box.
- Now you should proceed to removing the steering wheel and column cover.
- The MUS, the transmission tunnel, is also removed.
- After this, the center console trim is pryed off and removed from the car.
- Now you need to remove the instrument panel and the heating and ventilation system controls.
- After this, you should unscrew the screws securing the torpedo and lift it from its seat.
- Next, all wire chips and contact groups are disconnected.
- Now you can completely remove the dashboard from the car.
Having understood the nuances of removing the dashboard on Grant, the driver can perform the procedure with his own hands, without the involvement of third-party specialists.
Specialization : Graduated from the State Automobile University, worked for 20 years at GAZ-56, now I drive a Zhiguli.
