The light bulbs that are located on the instrument panel tend to fail. There is nothing wrong with this, but if this happens while the car is moving, any unpleasant situations may arise. Replacing the light bulbs in the dashboard of a VAZ 2114 is far from the easiest task, but if you follow the tips presented below, anyone can cope with this task. So how to change the light bulbs on the instrument panel of a VAZ 2114?
Light bulbs on the panel of vases
The VAZ 2114 has many positive qualities, but many car enthusiasts have serious problems with the dashboard of this car. It is not of sufficient quality, so many panel elements fail over time. How to change light bulbs that need urgent replacement? What tools might be required for this? The answer to these and other questions can be found below.
Features of the functioning of light bulbs on the dashboard
The VAZ dashboard is needed to inform the car enthusiast about any processes occurring in the car. This means that using the dashboard you can monitor the status of the car, as well as monitor your driving. In addition, it is the dashboard that is needed in order to diagnose certain malfunctions. All this means that the lights on the panel do not light up just like that, but for some specific reason.
One of the most common causes of light bulb failure is prolonged use. Another reason is problems with contacts. Almost any car part requires replacement after a certain period of time. Light bulbs are no exception. And some problems may require the help of an electrician.
Dashboard
Why do light bulbs fail?
Before changing incandescent bulbs, you need to understand what caused the dashboard to fail. The reasons why the backlight stops working may be:
- burnt out incandescent lamps or LEDs stop working;
- oxidation of connectors;
- defects and short circuits in the electrical circuit;
- fuse box failure;
- deformation of the common contact board;
- failure of the dimensions system;
- no negative battery.
What you need to replace a light bulb yourself
In any modern automotive market you can find a lot of light bulbs for the panel. Moreover, they have a huge number of differences from each other, so each driver can choose a light bulb to suit his taste.
LED bulbs for VAZ 2114 panel
Cheap models of light bulbs have average characteristics, and modernized light bulbs can completely give the instrument panel a different appearance. When choosing a light bulb for the instrument panel of a VAZ 2114, it is best to give preference to standard light bulbs. They are the most durable and reliable.
Some experienced craftsmen even replace standard light bulbs with LEDs, but the cost of LEDs is significantly higher than cheap models of light bulbs for the VAZ 2114.
Fuse blown
If the lack of illumination of one zone of the tidy can be attributed to a burnt-out light bulb, then a complete failure of instrument lighting means the presence of a more serious malfunction. The most easily remedied of these faults is a blown fuse. In the new type mounting block, the instrument panel lighting fuse is marked with the combination F10 . The photo below shows its exact location.
In addition to the lighting lamps, this pre protects the tachometer, speedometer, fuel and temperature gauge circuits. The simultaneous failure of all of the listed elements is a clear indicator of a blown fuse F10. The power of this element is 7.5 Amperes.
If after replacing it the dashboard on the VAZ 2114 does not light up, then the reason should be looked for in other places.
How to change light bulbs on the instrument panel of a VAZ 2114
In order to make a replacement, you need:
- One screwdriver for a cross.
- Several new light bulbs.
At the very beginning you need to remove the decorative trim. It is held on by special fasteners, so a screwdriver is needed here. It is with its help that you can do everything you need.
Removing the decorative trim
The key condition that must be observed when replacing a light bulb is accuracy.
To remove the decorative trim, you need to detach it from the very bottom edge. When this is done, you need to pull the edge towards you. After this you need to start working on the top edge.
When the decorative overlay is finished, the most difficult stage of the work begins.
- At the very beginning, you need to disconnect the wire that is directed to the cigarette lighter.
- Now you need to unscrew the screws on the dashboard trim. They are located both at the top of the lining and at the bottom.
- Once this task is completed, you can begin the removal process. This will require some effort.
- The time has come for the wires. All wires must be disconnected. This applies to wires from both the emergency lights and the clock, etc.
- One of the most difficult steps is the process of removing the panel. In order to do this as quickly as possible, you need to unscrew all the screws. The fact is that the dashboard is held on by self-tapping screws.
- The last step is to remove the bulb sockets that are faulty. For accurate removal, you will need to turn the cartridges counterclockwise. When this is done, you need to replace the faulty lamps with new ones. After this, all that remains is to install the instrument panel.
VAZ 2114 panel disassembly diagram
Procedure for installing new light bulbs
- If there are faults in a particular lamp, the first step is to unscrew the non-working socket where it was located.
- Unscrew it counterclockwise, being careful.
We carefully remove the socket with the light bulb.
- When the socket is in your hand, carefully remove the lamp so as not to break it.
- Next, we insert new lamps or LEDs in its place, strictly observing the polarity.
The LED light bulb is ready for installation.
Please note that the shape of LED lamps is square, and since it differs from ordinary light bulbs, the excess simply needs to be sanded off.
- After all the new lamps are installed in place, we check their functionality by connecting the wire block to the instrument panel without first fixing it.
- When everything is checked and working, you can reassemble everything in reverse order, remembering to tighten each bolt securely.
Diode lamps shine brighter and better.
An alternative method for replacing a light bulb in the dashboard of a VAZ 2114
You can disassemble the instrument panel of the VAZ 2114 using another method.
- First you need to unscrew 3 screws. After this, you need to dismantle the lining;
- the next step requires removing the screen;
- now it's time to disconnect the wiring harness that is needed for the cigarette lighter;
- you will also need to remove the handle from the lever;
- Now the electric fan fasteners are removed;
- Unscrew the bolts of the steering block bracket;
- dismantling cartridges;
- Now it's time to unfasten the hydrocorrector lamp. A 21 key may be required here;
- All that remains is to remove the screws located both below and above.
Removed panel of VAZ 2114
Main conclusions
The backlight replacement process takes some time. The whole difficulty of the procedure lies in disassembling the front panel. The following conditions must be met:
- remove the casing from handles, sliders and other elements;
- pull the panel towards you, unscrew the screen and disconnect the terminal blocks from it.
- remove the handle from the gear shift lever;
The rest of the operations are simple, quick and without surprises. When reassembling, it is impossible to make a mistake; the threaded pads are made differently and cannot be confused. Express your thoughts on replacing light bulbs in the ordered VAZ 2114 in the comments.
Features of replacing a light bulb in the instrument panel of a VAZ 2114
There are 13 lamps in the dashboard, but not all of them can be replaced. Unfortunately, only 8 bulbs can be replaced.
Before you begin the process of replacing the lamp, you need to clean the contacts in case there are any traces of oxidation on them. Sometimes it is not the lamp that needs to be changed, but only its socket.
Before you buy new lamps for the panel, you need to calculate the total number of devices that are needed for the sensors.
Don't forget about checking. If the new lamps do not work, this means that the replacement was not carried out correctly. It is possible that the reason is that the new light bulb has some kind of defect.
Dashboard side mounting screws
If the light does not light, then the cause of the malfunction may be a malfunction of the contacts. This is a pretty serious problem. It may require the help of a qualified electrician to resolve it as quickly as possible.
Another relevant tip concerns current trends. Some car owners are not looking for standard light bulbs for their VAZ, but modernized ones. You need to be aware that retrofitted light bulbs may have some significant defects. Ultimately, this can lead to damage to the instrument panel. In order to reduce the likelihood of such an unpleasant scenario, it is best to give preference to standard lamps for model 2114.
Solution
The stores offer several options for light sources for replacing lamps in the instrument cluster:
- traditional incandescent lamps,
- LED in a plastic socket,
- SMD LED is a more expensive and reliable option, a super-bright diode.
The choice will always depend on financial capabilities and lighting preferences.
The number of backlight and control lamps is up to 19 pieces. It varies slightly depending on the design of the instrument cluster and the modification of the vehicle. Many car owners choose LEDs due to lower energy consumption and longer service life. This backlight is brighter and gives an interesting bluish color instead of the standard green. But due to the design of the diode, the brightness control of the instrument illumination will not work, always turning it on at full power. On a long road trip at night, this can be distracting and irritating to the eyes. But in any case, the choice of light sources is yours.
If you are going to install LEDs, it is recommended to first check them with a tester for the absence of a short circuit.
How to choose lamps
According to current rules, tampering with a car's structure is punishable by a fine or even deprivation of a license. Therefore, only an equivalent replacement with the same lamps used by the manufacturer is considered acceptable. However, the attitude of traffic police officers towards the dashboard lighting is more loyal. This is explained by the absence of danger for drivers of oncoming cars.
Most car owners use LED analogues instead of conventional incandescent lamps. This choice is explained by the significant advantages of LED devices compared to traditional lamps:
- long service life;
- low power consumption that does not drain the battery;
- no heating that negatively affects plastic parts.
Attention! The only drawback can be considered the relatively high price, but since the appearance of LED lamps on the shelves, there has been a noticeable decrease in their cost. In addition, the range of LED lamps is wide and allows you to choose inexpensive units.
All lamps are selected according to the following parameters:
- cartridge type - 2W2;
- supply voltage - 12 V;
- power - 12 W.
Checking and replacing lamps
Now it’s time to arm yourself with a tester (the simplest Chinese one will do) and start ringing the light bulbs. To do this, put the device in resistance measurement mode (for LED light bulbs, the tester must be put in diode testing mode), and the lamps are removed one by one and dialed.
A tester is necessary for the reason that some light bulbs do not always light up and it is visually impossible to determine their serviceability. We won’t drain brake fluid or fuel from a VAZ to check the low level indicators of one or the other. If it is reliably known which light bulbs are working (for example, the illumination of dial gauges is normal), then these lamps can be left alone.
After installing the new lamps, we connect the shield, without installing it in place yet, and check what can be easily checked visually: turn on the ignition, handbrake, turn indicators, etc. If everything is in order, then the dashboard can be assembled.
Damaged contact board
One of the unpleasant variants of the problem is damage to the contact board. Carrying out its repair in a garage is impossible, especially in the absence of an understanding of the placement of elements on the diagram. The presence of damage on its surface covers all the causes of the malfunction, so the best solution to the problem is to replace the assembled part.
The price of a new contact board for the “four” is 2000-3000 rubles. If there is damage to the glass or failure of the tachometer, speedometer, fuel level and temperature gauge motors, we recommend buying an assembled panel, its price is 5000-6000 rubles (instrument panel from VDO). If the backlight on the instrument panel suddenly stops lighting, then it is worth examining the condition of the wiring and plugs supplying power to the lamp. At the moment when the backlight disappears, you can operate the car, but at night there will be a problem with poor visibility of the arrows.
Useful : Designation of the instrument panel and BSK on the VAZ 2114
Nuances of choice
Nowadays many modifications of dimmers are sold, designed for different types of lamps and lighting devices.
Focusing on the use of incandescent lamps, it is necessary to select regulators that are suitable for them according to the following criteria:
- According to technical and operational characteristics. Typically, dimmers with triacs are used for them. They are less capricious and simple to set up.
- Based on the total load that the dimmer can withstand. Information about this is indicated on the device, for example, 300 W means that the device can serve a chandelier with 5 lamps of 60 W. It is better to buy a dimmer with some load reserve; a 350 W dimmer is suitable for this case.
- According to the planned installation location. Depending on the installation location, you should buy a modular, monoblock or built-in type dimmer.
- By the nature of control: using keys, buttons or using a sensor. The choice of control method depends on personal wishes, the versatility of the device, ease of use and the cost of the controller.
