VAZ 2110 instrument brightness control

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Thanks to the icons on the dashboard, the driver can always know the condition of the components and assemblies in his car. But in order to know exactly what we are talking about, it is necessary to take into account the pinout of the instrument panel of the VAZ 2110 car. We will talk about this in more detail below.

The backlight of the VAZ-2110 instrument panel does not light up: reasons

At the beginning of work, it is important to exclude incorrect lighting settings.
Pay attention to the rheostat knob; the brightness of the lighting depends on which direction it is turned. If you adjust the rheostat to the minimum value, the instrument panel will not light up. But in this case, it is enough to increase the brightness, and the problem will be solved. The increase occurs if you turn the knob to the right. If this fails, you need to look for an electrical problem. There are several devices that are responsible for powering the lighting in a car.

First of all, you need to check:

1. Fuse F1 is five-amp. This device is located in the mounting block. If possible, verify the integrity of the fuse yourself. If it is intact, then to check its working condition you need to turn on the side lights and pay attention to which lights are on. The driver needs to get out of the car. The light should come from the left side lights or trunk lights. The right dimensions are powered by another fuse F11, so they are not worth considering. If the above lights are on, but the front instrument panel is still not illuminated, then you should pay attention to other devices, since fuse F1 is in working condition.
2. Rheostat. The element adjusts the brightness of the instrument panel illumination. Damage to the contacts results in a broken connection. The most basic problem is that for some reason the plug has come off the contact. In this case, it is necessary to correct all connections. You can make sure that the wires are out of order by shorting them directly. If the panel backlight lamps light up, then the problem has been found.
3. Printed circuit board of the instrument panel. One of the common problems that lead to the VAZ-2110 dashboard lighting breaking is the burnout of a board element. Power to the lamps is transmitted through a special path, which can burn out. This part cannot be repaired; in this case, you will have to purchase a new instrument panel.

The filaments on the legs often burn out, but this most often happens on individual elements. Simultaneous combustion of all bulbs is extremely rare.

Burnt out elements are easy to replace. In VAZs this is not as expensive and difficult to do as in new foreign cars.

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1N4148 diode - 1 piece (2 pieces - if you connect the circuit to the dimensions and the ignition switch) 4.7 kilo-ohm resistor - 1 piece 120 kilo-ohm resistor - 1 piece 10 kilo-ohm resistor - 1 piece 51 kilo-ohm resistor - 1 piece field-effect transistor IRF9540 or (KP785A) - 1 piece capacitor 220 microfarads - 1 piece KT503 transistor - 1 piece LED strip

What to do if the instrument panel on a VAZ-2110 does not light up

In some cases, problems can be solved on your own. Just read the instruction manual. You can solve a minor problem without having knowledge of electronics or work experience.

However, the electronics in a car are an important and complex system, which, if damaged, can seriously damage the vehicle. Contact a car service center for advice from an experienced technician.

If the backlight on the instrument panel of the VAZ-2110 does not light up, then do not panic. Repairing a car of this brand is financially inexpensive, and the electronics of old VAZs is primitive. Easy to do on your own.

Device

In this case, the instrument cluster on the VAZ 2110 includes:

• Tachometer;
• speedometer;
• Fuel level indicator;
• Coolant temperature gauge;
• Indicator lamps in the amount of 12 pieces;
• 6 instrument panel suspension lights;
• Reserve socket for control lamp;
• A pair of terminals for connecting wires.

Tidy pinout
As for the instrument panel, two types are used for the VAZ 2110 model. It all depends on the year of the car as there is an old version and an updated version.

1. In old panels, devices are located symmetrically.
2. The new instrument panel is characterized by two indicators being shifted to the right side - the coolant temperature and the fuel level in the tank.

Before you begin to solve the problem yourself, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the pinout of the instrument panel on the VAZ 2110. In other words, you should understand where which wiring leads, what it is intended for, what fuses are available, and so on.

External lighting switch VAZ 2107

The external lighting switch of the VAZ 2107 car is installed in the lower part of the instrument panel (the so-called “beard”), in the switch block.

Positions of the key of the three-position external lighting switch of the VAZ 2107 car

The external lighting switch has three key positions.

First, nothing is included.

Second, the exterior lighting is turned on (dimensions in the headlights and rear lights, license plate lights, instrument lighting, engine compartment lamp).

Based on this, let's try to figure out which wires go to it, what color, what they are responsible for (pinout of wires), where is the plus, where is the minus. Such information may be useful when searching for the causes of such malfunctions as: “why the headlights don’t shine,” “why the headlights (exterior lighting) don’t work,” “why one headlight is on while the headlight on the other is on,” etc.

Wires (pinout) of the external lighting switch of a VAZ 2107 car

Plus comes to the exterior lighting switch from the ignition switch (after turning the key), and then is distributed to consumers. Via the green wire to terminal “5” of the left steering column switch for low/high beam headlights. Through the yellow-red wire to terminal “3” of block X2, then through fuses F14 (10A) and F15 (20A) of the mounting block to the dimensions and other external lighting devices. In addition, voltage is supplied through the green wire to the fog light switch in the rear lights.

When the exterior lighting is turned on (second position of the switch key), the warning lamp in the instrument panel lights up (“hangs” on fuse F14).

Notes and additions

The electrical equipment of the VAZ 2107 car uses a three-position external lighting switch P147-04.33, without a backlight bulb. It is also used on VAZ 2104, 2105.

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Problems and their solutions

Old and new sample
There are several common problems typical for the dashboard of the domestically produced VAZ 2110 model.

1. The instrument panel lights on the VAZ 2110 do not light up. Check the contacts and the condition of the wiring that is responsible for the suspension. The fuses could simply have blown, or the light bulbs themselves could have burned out as a result of wear and tear or a short circuit. In fact, there can be many reasons, so it is not always possible to resolve the issue in a couple of minutes.
2. The most serious failure for the instrument panel is a complete failure of the unit. In such a situation, all indicators stop working, the arrows fall down, and the warning lamps do not light up. To fix the problem, first check fuse 15, which is designated F6. You will find it on the mounting block. If this element is blown, simply replacing the fuse will not solve the problem. Look for the reason why it burned out. Usually this is a simple short circuit in the electrical network.
3. The arrows jump up and down. This is also a common phenomenon, the cause of which in most cases is poor ground contact: This ground wire goes to the partition that separates the interior and engine compartment, from the instrument panel. To get to it, remove the radio from its seat. Check the quality of its fastening;
4. Often, when installing an alarm system, the ground wire is moved to another location for more convenient access. Therefore, if you have an alarm system, but there is no wire under the radio, then look for it behind the interior trim near the driver’s left foot;
5. The ground wire may be damaged when installing a new audio system. When the minus is connected, the mass is unscrewed and then often mounted back, only not as reliably as it was originally. Due to vibrations, collisions with bumps and holes, the fastening weakens and contact disappears. Hence the non-functional panel. Do not be lazy to properly wrap the bulk wire, since poor fastening is often explained by the inconvenience of performing this activity.

As practice shows, most problems associated with the failure of the dashboard can be solved independently. Especially when it comes to a car like the VAZ 2110.

Improve yourself . Perhaps soon you will be able to change to a more expensive, modern car. Then solving the electronics problem will be much more difficult. The VAZ 2110 is an excellent simulator that allows you to carry out repairs yourself, understand the structure of the car, and experience all the delights of self-repair. It is important for any man to be able not only to drive, but also, if necessary, to repair his car.

Cigarette lighter splitter: types and connection

Sometimes it becomes necessary to connect 2-3 devices to the cigarette lighter, which cannot be done without a splitter, and, given the design features, it is not always possible to connect even a telephone charger normally. Well, since Lada Kalina does not provide other alternatives, it is better to use this one.

The most common type of splitter has 3 sockets plus one USB port. By connecting an inverter (converter of on-board current to 220 V), you can easily charge devices such as an e-reader, tablet computer or laptop on the road. The price of the device in question ranges from 170 to 300 rubles. Buying a power strip is much cheaper and easier than replacing a cigarette lighter.

You can, of course, connect the necessary devices to the ignition without touching the cigarette lighter. But here you cannot do without the hands and knowledge of an experienced auto electrician, and installation will take more time. There will be a lot of extra wires and additional fuses will be needed. However, some car owners consider this method more reliable for Lada Kalina.

It is, of course, better to use an inverter with direct wiring. But without it, a high-quality splitter will be enough. The only question is to find a really high-quality device. The splitters are structurally similar to any extension cords used in everyday life for sockets. But there are differences between different models, which do not always have a good effect on both their operation and the condition of the Lada Kalina’s electrics. Cigarette lighter socket splitters can be divided into three types:

• those in which the block with sockets is made in a single housing with a central plug;
• those in which the plug and socket are connected by a flexible connection;
• connected via a power cord.

A splitter with a solid body is considered more reliable for obvious reasons: there is no need to fear that an important wire will break and the device will become unusable. And the price of a splitter in the classic version is much less. But it’s not always possible to position it in a way that is convenient for the driver and passenger, especially if all its connectors are used. Moreover, the purely mechanical load on the cigarette lighter increases, but the socket itself is unreliable.

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to a more convenient option. Adapters do not lose contact! The plugs will no longer fall out! ______…

Misalignment of the plug will again lead to a short circuit. So Lada Kalina owners choose more advanced models of splitters. For example, with a swivel joint. But they are also capable of deforming the socket more clearly than usual, in a monolithic case, and the hinge itself can easily break. Therefore, for Kalina, where the cigarette lighter is located quite low, it is better to use a splitter with a cord. There is only one inconvenience: an extra wire, which must be placed so that it does not interfere.

Problems with the backlight of the VAZ-2110 dashboard: causes and repairs

It’s probably no secret to anyone that the reliability of VAZ “ten” leaves much to be desired. Often, the owners of these cars have to deal with certain malfunctions. One of these problems is the lack of dashboard lighting. It is clear that the breakdown should be corrected as soon as possible. After all, going somewhere at night will be quite problematic - few people will like to move, essentially, blindly, without seeing either the current speed or other, no less important indicators.

Refinement of the backlight of the heater control unit Lada Granta and Kalina

It is no secret that the Lada Kalina heater control unit has migrated to more modern Lada Granta and 2nd generation Lada Kalina cars. Along with it came some shortcomings, for example, dim lighting. There are many ways to improve interior lighting, but we will focus on only one of them, which in our opinion is the best.

The reason for the poor illumination of the stove control unit is the green filter on the sticker. Most often, car enthusiasts simply erase it, thereby making the backlight a little brighter, but this does not solve another problem - uneven glow.

We propose to approach the issue comprehensively, improve the backlight and the scale itself on the heater control unit, and for this you will need:

1. Layout of scales in Corel Draw x5 - To download files you need to log in to the site (password: lada.online).
2. Matte film with adhesive layer, 0.5 m - 350 rub.
3. White translucent film 0.4 m. - 250 rub.
4. LED modules for illumination.
5. Plotter cutting services - 180 rub.

We remove the central trim of the instrument panel (dashboard), to do this, use a screwdriver to pry up all the handles of the heater controls, and then the plastic trim itself, snapping it around the perimeter, starting from the lower right corner. Then we install the LED modules on double-sided tape. We are guaranteed bright illumination.

We carefully glue the cut out models; the first layer is a light filter for red and blue temperatures. The second layer is a white translucent film, and the third is a black matte film. The reflectors on the plastic can be aligned so they are out of the way, but the reflectors on the inner rings can be left alone.

As a result, we get uniform and bright illumination of the stove control unit. You can compare with how it was and how it became:

Possible reasons

What to do in a situation where the instrument panel backlight on a VAZ-2110 car has disappeared? First of all, you should look for the reason why this malfunction occurred. Sometimes it can be identified immediately, but in some cases this process takes some time. In fact, there may be several reasons, so you will need to check everything methodically.

The most banal and simplest option is that someone turned the rheostat knob, which is responsible for the amount of light flux, all the way to the left.

This, by the way, is often the sin of children who are placed in the front seat. “Young drivers” love to turn all sorts of knobs, press buttons and switch levers. Perhaps the adults overlooked it, and the child “corrected” the dashboard lighting. The problem, as you understand, is solved by simply returning the rheostat knob to its previous position. Therefore, before you start looking for possible reasons for the sudden disappearance of the backlight, check this particular point.

I would like to remind you of one simple rule. In a situation where there may be several possible causes of failure, when searching you need to follow the path of least resistance. In other words, test the simplest assumptions first. You may be lucky and find the problem with minimal time and effort.

If the reason is not in the position of the rheostat handle, you need to proceed to further search for the causes of the breakdown. Possible sources of problems here could be:

• fuse;
• instrument panel circuit board;
• contacts;
• wiring;
• failure of light bulbs due to short circuit.

So, let's look at some of the above reasons in more detail. After the rheostat handle, you should check the integrity of the 5-amp fuse F1. You can also usually turn on the side lights and see if they work on the left side. Everything is explained here simply. The lamps that illuminate the instrument panel, the left side lights, as well as the trunk lighting operate through this fuse. The dimensions located on the right side of the car receive power through F11, that is, they are not of interest to us in this particular case.

You may see the following situation. The left side parking lights, or trunk light, work, but the instrument panel light does not. This means that the problem is not in fuse F1. Therefore, you need to continue searching for the possible cause of the malfunction. In particular, it is necessary to check the contacts of the rheostat that illuminates the dashboard lighting. It is not uncommon for plugs to fall off. Accordingly, the lighting of the shield disappears due to lack of contact.

However, the rheostat itself can also fail. It is quite easy to check this assumption. To do this, you must first remove the rheostat, and then directly connect its contacts. If after this manipulation the instrument panel lights come to life, it means that the problem has been found, and you just need to replace the failed part. If not, then you need to continue searching further.

The most serious problem due to which the instrument panel lighting disappears is damage to the printed circuit board of the dashboard itself. In particular, there are often situations when the track on it that supplies power to the lamps burns out. One point worth noting here. The instrument panel in such a situation cannot be repaired, which means there is only one way out - replacement with a new one.

There are cases when, due to a short circuit, all the lamps illuminating the instrument panel burn out. However, this happens quite rarely. Much more often, one lamp may fail. As you can see, there are several reasons why the instrument panel lighting may disappear. Accordingly, the search will take some time. However, in the vast majority of cases, eliminating the malfunction that has arisen will not be so difficult, and many people can easily do this with their own hands.

Tips for motorists

Taking into account the existing Traffic Rules, the driver is obliged to turn on the headlights on his VAZ-2112 passenger car before moving off. This means that the backlight on the instrument panel will also turn on, although it is completely unnecessary during daylight hours, because the instruments can be viewed normally without it. Constantly burning instrument panel backlight lamps shortens their operating life and leads to more frequent malfunctions in this electrical circuit.

The simplest reason why the headlights do not light up is when children's playful hands, sitting in the driver's seat, touch the car controls. If they turn the rheostat knob that regulates the amount of light flux to the left all the way, then there will be practically no illumination of the instrument panel. Therefore, before you start troubleshooting, try turning this knob to the right. If the backlight works, then the problem will be easily solved. But if not, then only then will you have to look for the cause of this malfunction.

In this case, you will have to: either check whether the 5-amp fuse F1, which is located in the mounting block, is intact, or turn on the dimensions of your car, get out of it and see whether the parking lamps on the left side or the trunk lighting lamps are on, since all they receive power through this fuse. The right dimensions receive power through fuse F11.

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What is a shield

Behind the steering wheel there is a special panel equipped with a set of control and signal light indicators, which is commonly called a panel. This block in domestic and foreign cars is endowed with approximately the same functionality. On its front side there are the following components:

• the main space is reserved for a dial indicator that measures the current speed value;
• To the left of the speedometer there is a tachometer scale, which helps control engine speed;
• there are two smaller dial indicators responsible for displaying information about the temperature of the engine and the fullness of the fuel tank;
• six lamps are built-in to indicate the status of the backlight and pairs for the turn signals;
• all kinds of lamps responsible for the activated emergency lights, battery charge, oil pressure, raised handbrake, Check Engine and several reserve cells.

Force majeure with shield

The abundance of all kinds of indications often leads to the fact that at some point the driver notices that the backlight of the VAZ 2110 instrument panel does not work. Further safe operation of the vehicle in such a case will be impossible, so it will be necessary to restore the unit’s functionality before the next departure.

It is not recommended to drive a car with a non-functional instrument panel, since the current engine parameters are not available to the driver, which can lead to serious, expensive engine damage or an accident.

Experienced drivers can correct some faults even in field conditions. Beginners should be more careful when working with wiring and electrical equipment.

Checking fuses

When the backlight of the VAZ 2110 instrument panel does not light up, all the indicator lamps actually go out, and the arrows drop to zero, then motorists should check the main fuses. Fuse links responsible for the instrument panel are limited to 15 amperes . Traditionally, in VAZ models they are marked “F6”. It is advisable to have this element in stock so as not to end up in an undesirable situation.

To identify a burnt-out insert, you will need to open the fuse panel. On the “tens” of 2003, it is also necessary to check the condition of the connector into which the “F19” protective plug is inserted. “Six” and “nineteen” are located in the same row through several slots. When removing, special plastic tweezers mounted under the lid help.

During the replacement process, it is necessary to observe the amperage of the devices so that the electrical circuit works correctly.

The culprit for failure of fuses is most often a short circuit. Triggering can be seen by the burned out torn part inside the plastic fuse housing by looking into the light. The test can also be carried out, if desired, with a multimeter.

Dial indicators

In some cases, the arrows do not work or behave with sharp jumps, falling to the minimum and rising to the maximum values ​​arbitrarily. The culprit for this behavior is weak contact in the electrical circuit with ground.

Typically, the “negative” wire from the instrument panel is fixed to the instrument bulkhead separating the engine compartment from the interior. It will be possible to detect it after removing the radio from its socket. It is worth considering that for cars with a non-standard alarm system installed, for the convenience of attaching such a wire with ground, the contact area was moved to another more comfortable place. Often at stations, specialists hide it behind the interior lining, where the driver’s left foot stands.

A contact problem can also be caused by the ground cable from the radio. A defect occurs when the instrument panel wire is loosely fixed. When the car moves, the contact is shortened, which provokes a breakdown. It is enough to simply provide a more reliable fixation to the ground contact.

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The culprit is the cigarette lighter

In some cars, the cause of loss of performance is hidden behind a breakdown of the passenger compartment cigarette lighter. In “tens” and other models of VAZ and foreign cars, this socket is used to connect all kinds of electrical devices, for example, for phones, tablets, laptops. During the process, large currents flow, which leads to fuse F6 blowing.

If the fuse link turns out to be operational, we recommend removing the cigarette lighter connector and checking the contacts behind it. We also monitor the wires behind the panel using a multimeter. There the values ​​should be close to 12 V, and the white wire going to ground on block X1 should be well secured.

When testing a dismantled panel, we recommend monitoring each device separately with a multimeter after checking the overall current supply. In some cases, complete replacement of individual devices or the panel as a whole will be required.