Like all not new cars that have been removed from the production line a long time ago, second-generation Samaras are subject to minor breakdowns over the years, which, among other things, affect lighting devices. For this reason, many drivers are faced with the fact that the rear lights on their VAZ 2114 do not light up, which can lead to dangerous situations on the road if the problem is not solved in time.
Being the ideological heir of the first generation, the “fourteenth” inherited from it many technological solutions, including external lighting devices. Thus, the dimensions on the VAZ 2114 are located in the corner areas of the body at the front and rear, which, according to technical regulations, are included in the general blocks of lamps and headlights.
At the same time, there are several features that should be noted when describing the side lights on the VAZ 2114:
- on/off is carried out by a button in the exterior light control module;
- when the lights are on, the switch is illuminated by a green indicator diode;
- The rear lights of the VAZ 2114, unlike the front ones, light up in red, in accordance with Russian road safety standards.
A dedicated fuse block is responsible for the correct operation of the side lamps on this Lada, which can be found in the engine compartment next to the engine. Accordingly, most often motorists who notice non-functioning dimensions on the left or right side of the car are faced with a failed fuse.
The easiest way to diagnose the failure of fuse F10, since it simultaneously acts as a warning lamp, whereas if a pair of dimensions on the left side of the car is not working, fuse F11 will most likely have to be replaced.
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Dimensions of VAZ 2114, 2115 do not light up: main causes of malfunction, repair
- The front side lights are white, the rear lights are red. The front ones are located in the headlight block, the rear ones are located in the taillight block.
- The side lights are turned on and off by pressing the “side light switch” key, which is installed in the exterior lighting switch block. The keys are located in the central part of the instrument panel above the on-board computer display. When the side lights are turned on and the side light bulbs come on, a green indicator lamp lights up on the button.
- There is a side light fuse installed in the side light circuit. It is located in the mounting block located in the engine compartment under the hood. There are two fuses, one for each side of the side lights. Fuse F10 is located in the circuit of the left side dimensions, it also controls the operation of the warning lamp on the instrument panel, fuse F11 is the right side dimensions.
Where does it short out most often?
I will try to make it a little easier for you to find the location of the short circuit, if, of course, this is appropriate in your case. But if all of the above methods do not lead to a positive result, this is the only option left. The wires going to the license plate lights, as well as to the trunk roof, most often fray and short out there. This wiring needs to be treated with electrical tape and nothing else.
Another problem area is the wiring from the rear of the fender under the carpet. There, too, you need to look carefully at everything and, if necessary, wrap it with electrical tape. Yes, there are cases when both bulbs burn out, but drivers refuse to believe this, checking everything, but not the headlights themselves. Start with them. That's all, good luck!
Replacing a broken light bulb
To repair the rear lights of a VAZ 2114, you need to follow a number of simple recommendations:
- turn off the vehicle's power supply;
- open the trunk, remove the decorative trim;
- Squeeze the latches and remove the contact panel of the entire flashlight;
- press down the faulty lamp and turn it counterclockwise to remove it.
Next, it is advisable to “ring” the lamp with a tester to make sure that it was its malfunction that was the cause of the problem, after which it should be replaced with a new analogue, and you can begin assembling the lamp in the reverse order.
Some Lada owners, faced with the fact that the dimensions on their VAZ 2114 do not work, do not bother and change the entire headlamp assembly - especially since they are not so expensive. This can be considered a convenient solution, since such a replacement eliminates for some time the possibility of failure of other lamps in the flashlight, in addition to the marker lamp.
In some situations, the breakdown of the dimensions does not represent a complete non-functionality of the lights, but simply a weaker glow, which indicates a problem with the supply of current to the contacts. To fix the problem, it is enough to clean the entire contact group in the control unit under the hood, and if that doesn’t help, you will have to check each group leading to the rear light separately.
Wiring damage
One of the unwanted breakdowns is damage to the wiring. Small contacts, resistors and plugs are difficult to repair without tools. Lack of power to the connectors and bulb sockets leads to their malfunction. As a DIY repair attempt, you can disconnect the plugs and connectors, and then clean all contacts from oxides. In rare cases, this procedure can restore contact. The backlight of the VAZ 2114 dashboard is not a key design component, but its absence seriously complicates the process of operating the car at night. When replacing lamps, you can carry out overexposure procedures and replace standard elements with LED ones. In addition to increased brightness, you will get a longer service life. The photo above shows a detailed diagram of the connections of the VAZ 2114 instrument panel.
The dimensions of the VAZ 2114 do not work
There were similar problems. Try changing the 21w/5w bulbs in the rear lights. And then the fuse responsible for the left side of the car Φ10. This cured me. (where one base shorts to another in the lamp. A common problem) Replace the lamps with any imported ones. They are more reliable. But this is an option. It helped me personally. the paths have become sour. very common trouble
Thank you very much for the advice. But most likely paths. After all, the 7th contact from under the K4 relay cannot be shorted to ground when the relay and fuse F10 are removed?
So what about the question - is it necessary to crawl under the panel in the cabin when removing the mounting block?
Don't rush to take off Ch.Ya.! Related question: Does the trunk light work? when turning on the dimensions, of course.
I have already removed the box and put it in place. The box is like new - everything is in order. They put it in place - everything remained as it was. But that's good too - I didn't break anything else
What kind of lighting do you prefer?
Built-in Chandelier
The engine compartment lamp works. And there seems to be no light in the trunk. I also noticed that when I set or disarm the alarm, the left lights blink, but the right ones do not. Now I would like a picture with a view of the mounting block 2114 from below and the numbering of the connectors. Now we need to carefully check the wires. The license plate light does not work when the headlights are turned on.
I already guessed about the license plate lighting myself, although I doubted it since it was also set to F10.
I would do the following. I would remove the connectors one by one from the rear lights, take out the trunk light lamp, then the lamp in the front headlight that is not lit, the license plate light, and all the time I would monitor the loss of ground on pin 7 in the Ch.Ya., and then, depending on what happens think where.
In the Murzilka diagram, what is here: https://www.autolada.ru/viewtopic.php?t=108247 which is in DjVu format and weighs 37.5 meters about 2113, 2114, 2115, everything is there, but for some reason it is not pumped Now
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The left side of the dimensions of the VAZ 2115 does not light up.
- The side lights button does not turn on (the indicator lamp on the button does not light up). The reason is mainly due to oxidized contacts, which must be cleaned and washed with alcohol by removing the key block from the socket. Fuse F10 may fail, but then the sidebar lamps on the left side should not light up. On a VAZ 2114, an oversized fuse does not blow out very often, especially since wide plastic fuses with good contacts are currently installed in the mounting block.
- Blinking when the lights are on or dim lights. The main reason for such manifestations is the oxidation of contacts in the chain. First of all, you need to check and clean the contact group in the mounting block in the fuse circuit. The same is possible in contact groups of specific side light lamps. Do not forget that the machine is operated in conditions of high humidity and oxidation is a normal physical phenomenon that must be taken into account.
- The headlight fuse is constantly on. The reason must be sought in the mounting block. Possibly bad contacts in the fuse contact group.
PRICES OF COMPONENTS
There is also a separate section for prices for all the parts that may be needed when repairing this part of the car, because if the side lights on a VAZ 2114 or the fuses have blown, they will still have to be replaced with new ones. In any case, all the components are quite cheap, all we might need:
- Marker lamp;
- Fuse;
- Power button;
- A whole fuse block.
Today, an ordinary white light bulb costs up to 30 rubles; of course, the price depends on the individual pricing policy of a particular seller. Individual fuses can be selected for up to 50 rubles, unless, of course, you want to install a higher quality option. Button, if you look for exactly the same one as the original one, you will have to pay up to 300 rubles. In some situations, more serious problems may arise and you will have to change the entire unit, this is quite an expensive proposition, together with all the wires it will cost up to 1000 rubles.
Based on this, we can say that you need to carefully monitor your car and try to avoid any serious malfunctions; if something breaks, fix it right away, don’t start it.
Article 2: How to correctly replace the fine fuel filter on a VAZ 2114
Why might the tail light not light up?
Not a single motorist is insured against faulty side lights. It is important to quickly understand what the reason is and carry out repairs. Most often one of the lamps fails, then we can assume the reason for the failure:
The first occurs most often; in this case, it is enough to replace the failed lamp. If the lamp only works if you hit it, then there is a problem with the contacts (although physical impact does not always help). If during testing you find that the light bulb is intact, and there is no oxidation or carbon deposits in the socket, then you need to check the conductors.
Replacing a damaged lamp in the rear headlight unit is carried out according to the instructions:
- turn off the lights and open the trunk;
- remove decorative upholstery;
- squeeze the latches and pull out the flashlight contact panel;
- click on the burnt out lamp and turn it counterclockwise;
- Check the light bulb on the tester and install a new one if necessary.
Assembling the lanterns is carried out in the reverse order. The lamp can also be replaced as an assembly. To do this, it is only important to purchase a high-quality version that is no different from the original. Car enthusiasts often recommend purchasing stock components or paying attention to. We recommend replacing the assembly if there is significant damage to the structure.
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.
Dimensions of VAZ 2114
The side light signals on second-generation Samaras, which include the VAZ 2114, are located in accordance with the regulations in front and behind the car, two lights on each side of the car, closer to the edge, next to the turn signals.
- The front side lights are white, the rear lights are red. The front ones are located in the headlight block, the rear ones are located in the taillight block.
- The side lights are turned on and off by pressing the “side light switch” key, which is installed in the exterior lighting switch block. The keys are located in the central part of the instrument panel above the on-board computer display. When the side lights are turned on and the side light bulbs come on, a green indicator lamp lights up on the button.
- There is a side light fuse installed in the side light circuit. It is located in the mounting block located in the engine compartment under the hood. There are two fuses, one for each side of the side lights. Fuse F10 is located in the circuit of the left side dimensions, it also controls the operation of the warning lamp on the instrument panel, fuse F11 is the right side dimensions.
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The rear lights on the VAZ 2114 do not light up. How to solve this problem, the rear lights of the VAZ 2114, unlike the front ones, glow red in accordance with Russian road safety standards. Ask, I'm in touch!
Technical device
In some situations, it happens that the rear lights of a VAZ 2114 do not light up, in other cases only the front ones, but their structure and operating principle are identical. The side lights are located in the turn signal housing, while the front and rear lights find a place in the headlight housing in the same area. There is a special button for the side lights on the dashboard, which allows you to control them; next to it there are headlight switches and other lighting. When the driver touches this button and turns them on, at the same time the corresponding light on the dashboard lights up, which will not allow the driver to forget about the action taken.
Why don't the lights light up?
Malfunctions that occur in the operation of side lights worry every motorist because it makes it difficult to use the car at night. After all, the traffic rules clearly state the requirements when stopping the car and turning off the ignition at night to indicate the car with illuminated side lights. Failures in the side light circuit can manifest themselves in different ways.
- One of the side light bulbs does not light up. The most likely cause is a burned out light bulb. Less common problems with poor contact are oxidation or poor connection. And very rarely - a breakdown in the wiring to the contact group of this light bulb. Although rare, this also happens. If the light bulb burns out, it needs to be replaced. To do this you need:
— unscrew the screws securing the plastic casing on the headlight with inoperative headlights
— having pulled out the socket with the burnt-out light bulb, remove it and replace it with a working one, without needing to disconnect the block with wires
b) when replacing the side light bulb in the rear light unit:
— remove the decorative upholstery and pull out the block with wires from the contact group
- squeeze the side clamps and pull out the contact panel for the rear light with the non-working bulb
- remove the burnt out lamp by pressing it and turning it counterclockwise
- install a new lighting fixture and install the panel in the reverse order
- The side lights button does not turn on (the indicator lamp on the button does not light up). The reason is mainly due to oxidized contacts, which must be cleaned and washed with alcohol by removing the key block from the socket. Fuse F10 may fail, but then the sidebar lamps on the left side should not light up. On a VAZ 2114, an oversized fuse does not blow out very often, especially since wide plastic fuses with good contacts are currently installed in the mounting block.
- Blinking when the lights are on or dim lights. The main reason for such manifestations is the oxidation of contacts in the chain. First of all, you need to check and clean the contact group in the mounting block in the fuse circuit. The same is possible in contact groups of specific side light lamps. Do not forget that the machine is operated in conditions of high humidity and oxidation is a normal physical phenomenon that must be taken into account.
- The headlight fuse is constantly on. The reason must be sought in the mounting block. Possibly bad contacts in the fuse contact group.
Circuit breakers
To protect against voltage surges and other influences on the electrical component, a side light fuse is also included in the circuit along with the light bulbs and the button. At the moment of overvoltage, it burns out, but due to this everything else in the circuit remains intact. It is usually located in the engine compartment, where in the VAZ 2114 there is a place for a whole fuse block for all electrical networks in the car.
Since all of them have markings, we can easily find the parts that we need: F10 is responsible for the safety of the lamps on the left side of the car, and F11 for the right. Thus, in the event of a failure of one half, for example, when the rear left indicator does not light up, the right side of the car will remain operational and will do its job. And if the size fuse blows, then replacing it is, in principle, quite simple - this is considered the simplest malfunction of this kind.
Diagram and location of fuses on the VAZ 2114 (also on 2113 and 2115)
Tips for motorists
According to these Rules of the Road, on any moving vehicle, including the VAZ-2114, the headlights must be turned on, along with which the side lights must also be turned on. In addition, they must be turned on when the car is stopped or parked on the road in the dark and in conditions of insufficient visibility. Therefore, they must always be in good working order.
Another reason why the headlight lamp does not light up may be the lack of voltage at the corresponding terminals of the rear light blocks or headlight blocks. Then, using a tester, you will have to ring the corresponding wires:
- The right front marker does not light up (check the yellow wire from terminal No. 4 of the headlight to terminal No. 8, block X6 of the mounting block);
- The right rear light does not light up (check the yellow wire from the right rear light block to terminal No. 9, block X9 of the mounting block);
- the left front marker does not light up (check the yellow-black wire from terminal No. 4 of the headlight to terminal No. 10, block X6 of the mounting block);
- the left rear light does not light up (check the yellow-black wire from the right rear light block to terminal No. 17, block X9 of the mounting block);
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When you press the brake pedal, the rear turn signals turn on. When you turn on the turn signals, the rear lights begin to switch and shine like garlands?
On the right side, the dimensions do not light up, the fuses are intact, and the light bulbs are intact. Could it be K4?
Good afternoon. Today we have VAZ 2113, 2114, 2115 in our service center. He came to us with problems with the electrics in the car. The high beams and wiper blades do not work. Therefore, in this article we will tell you how to find the fuse box and replace them. Before carrying out this procedure, check the condition of the fuses.
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Wiring diagram for the rear lights of a VAZ 2114, if the bulbs and the previous ones are intact, then the relay for monitoring the health of the lamps remains, located in the mounting block under the hood in the air intake compartment on the left. Ask, I'm in touch!
The instrument panel backlight has disappeared, what should I do?
The dashboard going out is a nightmare for any driver, since with the disappearance of the light, other malfunctions may follow, such as non-functioning speedometer and other indicators.
Therefore, it is worth understanding that if the instrument panel does not light up, then this problem must be eliminated immediately, but not all car enthusiasts are capable of this.
It is worth understanding that if the backlight disappears, then the problem lies somewhere in the electrical circuits. This is where you need to look for the problem. This will require design knowledge of the vehicle's on-board circuit, a tester and related tools, such as electrical tape, a soldering iron or more. Of course, it is not always possible to eliminate the problem locally, and faulty products have to be replaced completely.
Causes of malfunction
Where does the problem lie? As mentioned earlier, it is worth looking for problems in electrical circuits. Let's look at the main locations where problems may be hiding:
- Fuse.
- Backlight bulbs and their electrical circuit.
- Wiring.
- There is a fault in the fuse box.
- Damage to the board.
Solutions
So, when all the main reasons are, so to speak, “in the face,” you can try to determine the exact location of the breakdown, and also fix it yourself. As always, it is worth noting that if a motorist does not know the design of the car or is not confident in his abilities, then it is recommended to contact a specialist car service center.
Fuse
General view of a blown fuse
Probably the first cause of all electrical circuit malfunctions is the notorious fuse.
This is where you should start troubleshooting. To find out which fuse is responsible for the instrument lighting, as well as its location in the mounting block, you should refer to the technical documentation. Also, on the fuse cover it is written which element should be checked. If the fuse is found and replaced, but the problem does not go away, then you should look for the source in another place.
Light bulbs
Recently, it has become fashionable to install LED lighting for the VAZ dashboard with your own hands. However, not all car enthusiasts correctly connect it to the on-board network. This can cause the light to go out at the most inopportune moment. So, it’s worth checking the contacts of the entire backlight circuit.
There have been cases where, as a result of bumps, all the light bulbs burned out at once. In this case, you need to look for a breakdown in the wiring, you can get stuck like that again!
The same applies to standard incandescent light bulbs that come with the car from the factory. Thus, a break or burnout of one of the light elements can lead to the fact that the entire backlight stops working. If you run the tester through the entire circuit, you can easily find an open circuit.
Wiring
The most unpleasant and hardest-to-test element of a car is the wiring.
So, a broken wire can cause the dashboard lights to stop receiving power and therefore not light up.
In order to eliminate the malfunction, you need to use a multimeter to test all the wires that are responsible for the car’s instrument panel lighting. So, any, even insignificant, wire that breaks can cause the light in the dashboard to go out.
Oxidized contacts in the mounting block.
Another cause of malfunction can be oxidized wire pads.
Accordingly, there will be no contact, and not only will the light in the instrument panel not light up, but the other indicators located here may also not work. To fix the problem, you will have to disconnect the wire block on the fuse block and the parting panel itself. After this, clean the contact group and connect everything back. If everything worked, then the reason was found.
Safety block
Another important element that can rarely fail is the mounting block.
Thus, burnout can occur directly in the branches of the block itself or in the mounting socket. To eliminate the malfunction, you will have to remove the part from the car and check it sequentially using a tester.
Many auto mechanics do diagnostics directly without removing the safety block. But only professionals can do this, but the average car enthusiast will have to remove the product. If, after all, the mounting block “died”, then the element will have to be replaced, since it is almost impossible to repair it.
Check the contact group of fuses for malfunction.
The board is damaged
Repair and diagnostic operations of the dashboard board.
The worst thing that can happen and what every car enthusiast fears is the burning of the dashboard, or rather the control board.
There is only one way out - replacement, but many car enthusiasts manage to resurrect such elements using a soldering iron. Although, as practice shows, in 50% of cases it does not last long.
The main reason for board burning is a short circuit. In this case, often the place where the wiring is connected and the most vulnerable point – the backlight – is on fire. If incandescent lamps are installed, they will be dark or black, but the LED backlight burns out in the places where the solder is connected to the board.
Why don't the lights light up?
- The front side lights are white, the rear lights are red. The front ones are located in the headlight block, the rear ones are located in the taillight block.
- The side lights are turned on and off by pressing the “side light switch” key, which is installed in the exterior lighting switch block. The keys are located in the central part of the instrument panel above the on-board computer display. When the side lights are turned on and the side light bulbs come on, a green indicator lamp lights up on the button.
- There is a side light fuse installed in the side light circuit. It is located in the mounting block located in the engine compartment under the hood. There are two fuses, one for each side of the side lights. Fuse F10 is located in the circuit of the left side dimensions, it also controls the operation of the warning lamp on the instrument panel, fuse F11 is the right side dimensions.
Ideas for tuning or modification
And finally, a few tuning ideas. One of them is the inclusion of conventional ultra-bright LEDs in a cylindrical housing. The photographs below illustrate the idea quite well and do not require any special explanation. The beauty of such modernization is complete freedom of action and completely new solutions that have no “doubles” on the road.
Algorithm for tuning rear lights using LEDs
Instead of individual LEDs, you can use a multi-color LED strip.
Of course, you can’t “fashion” anything out of it, but you won’t have to assemble a complex circuit with quenching resistors and mess around with connecting LEDs. I cut off the required piece, and it is ready to connect to the on-board network.
Now tinting. The easiest way to do this is with tinting paint. We cover the “back” of the car with newspaper and masking tape. We tint, following the instructions on the bottle.
We wait until the paint dries, if necessary, apply another layer (without fanaticism - the lanterns should shine!). We remove the newspaper and get the result. Obviously, it is not necessary to tint with red (red is just undesirable) color. The glass can simply be darkened.
So you got acquainted with the rear lights of the VAZ 2114 car, learned how to repair them, change light bulbs, and even considered several ideas for tuning these lighting devices.
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More and more motorists are becoming victims of inappropriate police response to LED headlights. On the Internet you can find a lot of stories where a driver was deprived of his license for using LEDs.
, and there are also other examples when drivers were only fined for LED lamps
for small amounts.
Most often, traffic police officers frighten motorists with the serious responsibility for installing LEDs - this is due to the fact that the meaning and technical features of LED lamps are not precisely spelled out in the Technical Regulations, therefore, against this background, the police often try to manipulate drivers for their own benefit.
The police operate with the following example when imprisoned for LEDs:
You have a car equipped with standard halogen light bulbs. Accordingly, the headlights themselves (reflectors) are designed to work with halogen lamps. The driver purchases LED lamps with a similar base and installs them in the headlight.
In this case, there is a violation of paragraph 3.1 of the list of faults and conditions
, in which the operation of vehicles is prohibited:
The number, type, color, location and operating mode of external lighting devices does not meet the requirements of the vehicle design.
There is language in this proposal that refers to a “mode of operation” that does not meet the requirements. But the operating mode of the LED lamps themselves is not specified anywhere.
Next, police officers who want to take away licenses for LEDs will definitely mention Part 3 of Article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses
, which reads:
Driving a vehicle on the front of which are installed lighting devices with red lights or red reflective devices, as well as lighting devices, the color of the lights and the mode of operation of which do not comply with the requirements of the Basic Regulations for the admission of vehicles to operation and the duties of safety officials road traffic, entails deprivation of the right to drive vehicles for a period of six months to one year with confiscation of the specified devices and accessories.
Thus, the police justify the decision to deprive drivers of LEDs for 6-12 months, but in the same excerpt we also encounter a vague wording about “non-conforming operating mode.”
Why don't the police have the right to deprive people of their licenses for LEDs?
We remind you that at present there are simply no specific requirements defining the conditions for the use of LED lamps in headlights. Speaking of operating modes, at the moment only xenon is regulated in this direction.
And since there are no requirements, the previously mentioned “operating mode” cannot be violated, therefore the maximum penalty for installing LED lamps should come from Part 1 of Article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses
(for changing the design of the vehicle):
Driving a vehicle in the presence of malfunctions or conditions under which, in accordance with the Basic Provisions for the admission of vehicles to operation and the duties of officials to ensure road safety, operation of the vehicle is prohibited, with the exception of malfunctions and conditions specified in parts 2 - 7 of this article , entails a warning or the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of five hundred rubles.
Additionally, it is important to note that international standards do not provide for personal labeling for LED lamps. Moreover, car manufacturers equate LED lamps with halogen, therefore such lamps, like halogen, are marked with the Latin letter H
It is in headlights with HR markings
,HC
,
HCR
can be found with standard installed LEDs.
Replacing the rear lights of a VAZ 2114
To remove the rear lighting equipment you will need:
- The first step is to open the trunk of your car. If it is filled with things that may interfere with the work process, free up the interior space.
- In order to gain unhindered access to the rear light housing, it is necessary to remove the decorative fabric trim. It is attached using several self-tapping screws, which can be easily unscrewed with a screwdriver. We remove the casing so that it does not interfere with the future process. On more modern VAZ 2114 models, the trim is attached using regular fabric Velcro.
- We feel for the contact chip that is attached to the headlight circuit board and carefully pull it out of the connector. In this case, do not shake the chip from side to side; carry out all manipulations extremely carefully.
- Now is the time to remove and remove the board itself. To do this, press on the special plastic clamp and pull the product out of the headlight housing.
- At this stage we will unscrew the mountings of the rear lights. Using an “8” wrench, we will need to unscrew one nut from the four mounting studs, which are located in the corners of each lamp.
- All that remains is to disconnect the device body from the car body. To do this, grab the headlight with both hands and pull it towards you.
- The reverse connection of the rear lights on the VAZ 2114 is carried out in a similar way, as well as the removal process.
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