Description of signs and symbols on the Niva instrument panel, panel repair, combination diagram

Niva 4x4 instrument panel diagrams

1 – plug connector block with conventional numbering of plugs;
2 – tachometer; 3 – voltage stabilizer; 4 – instrument cluster lighting lamp; 5 – coolant temperature indicator; 6 – fuel level indicator; 7 – resistor 470 Ohm, 0.25 W; 8 – resistor 36 Ohm, 5 W; 9 – warning lamp of the toxicity reduction system; 10 – control lamp for heated rear window; 11 – fog light indicator lamp; 12 – control lamp for high beam headlights; 13 – indicator lamp for external lighting; 14 – indicator lamp for direction indicators; 15 – voltmeter; 16 – brake fluid level warning lamp; 17 – diode IN4002;

1 – tachometer; 2 – voltage stabilizer; 3 – instrument cluster lighting lamp; 4 – coolant temperature indicator; 5 – fuel level indicator; 6 – warning lamp of the toxicity reduction system; 7 – indicator lamp for heated rear window; 8 – fog light indicator lamp;

9 – control lamp for high beam headlights; 10 – indicator lamp for external lighting; 11 – indicator lamp for direction indicators; 12 – voltmeter; 13 – brake fluid level warning lamp; 14 – oil pressure warning lamp; 15 – differential lock warning lamp; 16 – fuel reserve warning lamp;

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Designation of indicators on the Niva tidy
The diagram of the VAZ 21213 instrument cluster is shown above, the designation of the elements of the control panel is as follows:

1. Coolant temperature controller, which also informs the driver about the engine temperature. If the sensor needle rises above the optimal value (enters the red zone), you must stop and turn off the engine to prevent it from overheating. Before further operation of the car, it is necessary to determine the causes of overheating of the internal combustion engine.
2. A tachometer that tells the driver at what speed the crankshaft is moving. If the number of revolutions exceeds the permissible value and the arrow moves into the red zone, this may negatively affect the functionality of the engine as a whole.
3. Left turn signal activation indicators, turns on only when the steering column switch is switched.
4. Right turn signal.
5. Speedometer, thanks to which the driver can know at what speed his Niva 21213 injector is traveling.
6. Fuel level controller in the tank.
7. A symbol that lights up when there is insufficient gasoline in the tank. If this lamp lights up, then there are less than 6 liters of fuel left in the tank.
8. Dimensional lighting.
9. The Niva instrument panel is also equipped with a brake emergency light. It may appear when the volume of fluid in the hydraulic drive reservoir has dropped below the permissible level. Operation of a car with such a problem is not allowed until it is eliminated.
10. Distant lighting.
11. Key for resetting daily mileage readings. To reset the values, the button must be pressed for five seconds, while the car must stand still.
12. Mileage traveled by the car. The total mileage is indicated at the top, and the daily mileage at the bottom.
13. An indicator indicating the need for engine diagnostics. When the ignition is turned on, this indicator always lights up; it should go out after the engine starts. If the lamp continues to burn, this indicates that not everything is in order with the engine.
14. Emergency light signaling.
15. Clock, outside temperature.
16. Battery charge icon.
17. The handbrake activation symbol should always light up in red.
18. A light indicating a lack of engine fluid level always appears when the ignition is turned on, and after starting the engine it should go out. If the light remains on, this indicates that oil needs to be added to the engine.
19. Reserve indicator (video author - Andrey Vlasov).

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Information icons

The machine icon may light up differently; it happens that the “car with a wrench” icon, the “car with a lock” icon, or an exclamation mark are lit. About all these notations in order:

When such an indicator lights up (a car with a key), it informs about malfunctions in the engine (often a malfunction of some sensor) or the electronic part of the transmission. To find out the exact cause, you will need to perform diagnostics.

If a red car with a lock lights up, it means that there are problems in the operation of the standard anti-theft system, often this icon means that the car does not see the immobilizer key and it will be impossible to start the car, but if this icon blinks when the car is locked, then everything is normal - the car under lock and key.

A yellow vehicle indicator with an exclamation mark notifies the driver of a hybrid vehicle that there is a problem with the electric drive. Resetting the error by disconnecting the battery terminal will not solve the problem - diagnostics are needed.

Everyone is used to seeing the open door icon lit when a door or trunk lid is open, but if all the doors are closed and the light on one or four doors continues to shine, then often the problem should be looked for in the door terminals (wire contacts).

The slippery road icon begins to flash when the stability control system detects a section of slippery road and is activated to prevent slipping by reducing engine power and braking the slipping wheel. There is no need to worry in such a situation. But when a key, a triangle, or a crossed out skid icon appears near such an indicator, the stabilization system is faulty.

The wrench icon pops up on the display when it’s time to perform vehicle maintenance. It is an information indicator and is reset after maintenance.

Pinout of the instrument panel VAZ 2121

“The strangest thing you will see today”: Americans about the Niva Travel salon

Along with the enthusiasm of foreigners for the Russian Niva SUVs, there are often critical notes in the foreign press - after all, for a sophisticated buyer, the archaic nature of the Niva Legend and Niva Travel is difficult to completely cover with cross-country ability and low cost. The Lada Niva Documentary resource has prepared a translation of an article from the American publication Jalopnik dedicated to the interior of Niva Travel.

“The Niva Travel dashboard, its appearance, will definitely be classified as an “anachronism” in any dictionary. Ventilation holes in the shape of medicine capsules, empty dummy buttons, large climate control knobs - everything looks decades out of date compared to the small and slightly more modern stereo above.”

The American magazine does not skimp on epithets; this is just one of the quotes. It is all the more surprising that the author assessed the Niva’s multimedia system relatively favorably.

After all, it was this innovation, which appeared in 2022, when the Niva was still a Chevrolet brand car, that was seriously criticized by fans of the model. Many Russian motorists recognized the need for such a device on a modern car, but could not agree with the way the MMC was integrated into the dashboard by the designers.

The author of an article on an American website considers the Niva’s interior design to be clearly outdated, explaining this by the fact that the car has been produced with minor changes since 1998, but recognizes this state of affairs as acceptable considering the price of the car in American currency - about $12,000.

• AVTOVAZ is going to produce this model for at least several more years and is preparing a new special version for it.
• “Behind the Wheel” can now be read in Yandex.Zen.

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Possible faults

If the instrument panel of the VAZ 21214 has stopped working, this may be caused by various reasons.

What malfunctions are typical for the device:

1. Light bulbs don't work. If all the backlight fails at once, most likely the problem lies in poor power supply. If only a few or one lamp does not work, then the indicator should be replaced with a new one.
2. The speedometer does not work. An electronic problem can be solved by dismantling the device and looking for a bad contact or a failed board element. The problem of tachometer breakdown is solved in the same way.
3. Mechanical damage to the device due to impacts and other impacts on it. If the device stops working because of this, it must be removed and tested to determine the failed element.
4. Broken wires, this malfunction can also be attributed to mechanical failures.
5. Once connected, the new device may not work due to incorrect connection.
6. Oxidation of the contacts on the plugs, which may cause sensors and controllers to not work. The problem is solved by cleaning the contacts.

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What to do if the headlights blink at idle

Having superficially understood the principle of supplying voltage to electrical appliances, we can conclude that the flickering of the light is most likely due to a malfunction of the generator. To make sure of this, you need to check the generator voltage, which can vary depending on the make of the car, but is usually in the range from 14 to 15 Volts.

If, as a result of checking the generator, it was discovered that its voltage does not correspond to the recommended values, two options are possible:

• The alternator voltage is higher than recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. In such a situation, it will be necessary to replace the generator; most likely, it has failed;
• The alternator voltage is lower than recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. You can try tightening the belt drive that goes to the generator from the engine pulley.

It is worth noting that in some service centers specialists repair the generator. You can try contacting specialists who will check the device on a special diagnostic stand and determine whether it can be repaired or better replaced.

Note that on some passenger cars with diesel engines, the problem of light flickering at idle is “generic”. Cars come with this problem from the factory, and it can be considered a design feature of the car model, since the problem cannot be fixed. To be fair, it is worth saying that the headlights of such cars blink at idle only up to a certain engine temperature. When it warms up, the malfunction no longer bothers the driver.

It is extremely rare that the problem with flickering headlights at idle is associated with pinched wires leading to the lighting fixture. If only one headlight flickers when the engine is idling, it is recommended to remove it from the car and inspect: wires, bulb, socket and other elements on which its operation depends.

If the problem with blinking headlights is not due to a faulty alternator, we can assume that the problem is in the general wiring of the car. In such a situation, you need to contact a specialist service center, but you need to take into account that searching for faulty elements in the wiring is a long process that will require a lot of time for the technician and, accordingly, the car owner will need to pay a lot of money for the work.

Removal and installation instructions

How to remove and install the dashboard on a Niva:

1. First, you need to remove two plugs from the control panel lining and unscrew the screws. Next, unscrew the screws that secure the tidy visor.
2. The right side of the panel facing is pulled out, the pads from the keys are removed, as well as the connector. Next, the control panel trim is removed from the left side; by doing this, you can dismantle the button for activating the side lights and optics. After this, the panel lining can be completely dismantled.
3. The two screws of the tidy are unscrewed, the shield itself is removed, and all connectors and plugs are disconnected. If there are problems with the operation of the shield, they are resolved at this stage. The device is being repaired, it is soldered, and burnt-out light bulbs are replaced.
4. Next, the shield is installed. When installing, keep in mind that the holes in the steel strip located under the tidy must line up correctly. Further installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal.

1. Unscrew the screws of the lining. 2. Remove it. 3. Disconnect the instrument plugs.

Chevrolet Niva dashboard lights do not light up: reason

Check the items.

1. Light fuse. The insert is located inside the cabin unit under number F8. If the part is intact, you should move on.
2. Using a multimeter, we check the voltage at the contacts of the mounting block - a circuit break can occur here.
3. Next, the wiring is diagnosed. It is recommended to clean the terminals, check the tightness of the pads and the integrity of the wires.
4. If everything is in order, the tidy is removed and the light bulbs themselves are checked.

The Shnivy instrument panel does not work, but the backlight is on

The next situation is exactly the opposite. In this case, the actions are similar, but with minor amendments.

1. Initially, you should check fuse F2, which is responsible for the operation of the shield. If there are no problems here, we move on.
2. All wiring and contact groups are checked for the presence of oxides, damage and loosening.
3. After this, the panel itself is checked. It is noteworthy that the device is not repairable. If a burnt-out area is found, the entire board should be replaced.

Video “Replacing tidy at home”

The main nuances and features of replacing the control panel on the Niva are shown in the video below (author - Vladimir Kucher).

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Headlights flickering at idle

Automotive electronics are extremely complex from the point of view of diagnostics and repair, especially if several elements or connecting wires fail at once. At the same time, a modern car cannot exist without electronics, and the driver is obliged to maintain it in good condition. If you happen to encounter such a problem as blinking headlights at idle engine speed, it is necessary to identify its cause as soon as possible and eliminate it, which will be discussed in this article.

Important: Below are recommendations that can solve not only the problem of blinking headlights at idle, but generally the malfunction of lighting at low speeds. For example, the following tips will help you troubleshoot a problem if the interior lights blink at idle or the dashboard lights blink

Interchangeability of VDO instrument panels on VAZ cars

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Batyr

Why then do these panels have different numbers in spare parts catalogues?

these are panels from FAM and a regular Chevrolet Niva. 21236. and 21230.

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OalikO

Thank you Batyr

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OalikO
, I understand you. But the panel needs to be sent to another city, and in order to throw it in and see how it will work, I don’t have any friends who drive AvtoVAZ cars, and mostly only foreigners come to me for repairs. That's why I want to find out and be sure that on another machine the panel will work correctly, so that there is no problem with sending back and forth.