Change fog light bulb Kalina

Tool:

Torx key (asterisk) T20
Open-end wrench 10 mm
Medium flat screwdriver

Parts and consumables:

Note:

The fog lamp is removed in case of body work or in case of replacement. The Lada Kalina car uses fog lights manufactured by Bosh (Ryazan) and the AUTO Light LLC plant (Kirzhach), these are the manufacturers authorized by AvtoVAZ.

1. Disconnect the battery.

2. Remove the front fender liner to access the rear bumper as described here. The fender liner is removed accordingly on which side you are changing the fog lamp.

3. Squeeze the latch and disconnect the wiring harness from the fog lamp.

4. Remove the three screws and remove the fog light from the vehicle.

5. The fog lamp is installed on the car in the reverse order.

6. Adjust the fog lamp

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Our step-by-step instructions will help you replace the lamp in the Lada Kalina fog light yourself.

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We will show the replacement on the right fog lamp. We change the lamp in the left headlight in the same way.

Unscrew the four self-tapping screws securing the wheel arch liner to the front bumper. The location of the fender liner attachment points can be seen in the general view.

How to choose a light bulb

Many car owners complain that the low beam bulbs in the Lada Kalina often burn out, there can be many reasons, but most often the reason for the failure is in the light sources, so we will tell you how to choose a high-quality option:
It is better to choose those brands that have good reviews from car owners and specialists, Of course, their price will be much higher than that of budget solutions, but the reliability will be at a completely different level.

We do not recommend installing Mayak lamps; this is the cheapest Chinese-made option, which is not distinguished by quality and can cause malfunctions in the system

Modification The manufacturer installs H7 type H7 low-beam halogen lamps with a power of 55 Watts on the cars, which is exactly what should be installed. Using options with higher power may cause overheating of the machine wiring and, as a result, short circuits or even melting of the connectors. Products with an extended service life are marked Long LifeCharacteristics

Remember that options with increased light output have a shorter service life than regular lamps. Therefore, decide for yourself what is more important to you – lighting brightness or durability.

As an option, you can consider LED elements for installation in fog lights in Lada Kalina, they have a long service life with high brightness, but their cost is high

Service life Of course, exact numbers are not indicated anywhere, but remember that replacing low beam bulbs on Kalina, and in other cars, should be done once every 1-2 years, even if the elements are working. This is due to the fact that during operation, light output inevitably decreases over time.

Important! If the light bulbs burn out frequently, then measure the voltage on the generator; it is possible that it is excessive.

Installation summary

After installing the fog lights, you can adjust the direction and intensity of the lighting. It is enough to place the machine at a distance of 5 meters from the wall on a flat floor.

Cover one headlight with cardboard or a rag (like an ophthalmologist's eye) and turn the adjustment screw until the top level of the beam is 50 mm below the level of the headlights. Do the same with the other headlight. The most precise adjustment is done in a car service using a regoscope.

Any vehicle, not just a car, needs fog lights. Who knows, maybe they have already saved your life, and you don’t even know it. They, just like the main headlights, need care and inspection. Change lamps if they burn out. Love and value your vehicle, and it will serve you well and for a long time.

How the work is carried out

Let's figure out how to replace the low beam light bulb on Kalina with your own hands, the process is quite simple and, by and large, does not require any special devices, you only need your hands. But still, the tool may be needed at the preparation stage.

Preparation

It is important to ensure a comfortable and safe working environment, so remember the following:

The work can be done anywhere - even in the yard near the house, but it is advisable to go to the garage. There you can not be afraid of precipitation and, if necessary, find this or that tool.
First of all, the hood is opened and the terminal is removed from the battery. We remind you of this in every review. Therefore, make it a habit to de-energize the system when working with electrical equipment to prevent short circuits and electric shock.
Further preparation depends on what engine is installed in your car, you need to provide access to the rear of the headlight housing, and for this you need to disconnect the expansion tank on the left, and the options on the right may be different. Therefore, be guided by the situation and decide for yourself. What needs to be removed and what should not be touched.

Replacement process

Replacing the low beam bulb on Kalina is as follows:

We independently install and connect fog lights on Kalina

Despite the fact that anti-fog optics illuminate the road for only 10 meters, it still allows for safe movement by car in bad weather. In the absence of this type of headlights, visibility of the road will be limited, which will affect the safety of the driver and passengers of the car. How to install fog lights on Kalina and what headlights can be used for this - read below.

How to adjust the light output

After installing new headlights or removing the front bumper, the car owner needs to adjust the light output.

The fact is that fog lights have a completely different principle of illuminating the road surface:

PTFs have a clear upper boundary (cut);
This is due to the physical properties of fog.

For reference: the whole point is that drops of moisture literally hang above the road, but do not touch the road surface. It is in this narrow space that the fog lights shine. If the luminous flux is higher, the light will be reflected in the drops like in a mirror and blind the driver.

The best solution to the problem would be to visit service stations that have special adjustment stands designed for any car model. But if this is not possible, or the fog light on Kalina was replaced and removed from its original location, then you can do this operation yourself.

Which fogs to choose for Kalina?

Before installing fog lights on Kalina 2 or 1, you need to decide on the type of optics and its manufacturer. Every car enthusiast who has ever connected a PTF knows that a lot depends on the manufacturer and type of optics. For Lada Kalina cars of the first and second generation, you can find many types of headlights on sale. Moreover, they differ from each other not only in type and manufacturer, but also in the efficiency of the glow, as well as in the configuration.

Connection diagram of optics with relay and button

The most common manufacturers of PTF for Kalina:

the domestic company Kirzhach is one of the most trusted manufacturers, which boasts decent quality fogs;
Luch is another domestic brand that has earned the trust of our compatriots;
Bosch is a world-famous company that produces not only PTF, but also many other types of parts and components for cars;
Prosport is a Chinese brand that entered the domestic market not so long ago.

As for the varieties, the optics may differ in appearance:

headlights can be double;
round shape;
in the shape of a square;
oval lanterns.

It is best to select optics that match the design of the plugs installed in the bumper (the author of the video is the Lada1119 channel).

What can you buy?

Despite the wide variety of fog lights in auto parts stores, many owners do not understand what to choose and which fog lights are best for Kalina.

Many are also confused by the different terminal blocks, which forces them to look for adapters to integrate the PTF with the standard electrical wiring system (see also the article Wiring diagram VAZ 21074 - injector: we understand the intricacies).

The classic ones have lamps with an HB4 base, and the lensed ones have H11.

If you approach the choice from a practical point of view, then for the Lada Kalina, without additional alterations and changes to the standard electrical circuit, the following are suitable:

Fog lights Kirzhach on Kalina (lensed);
Classic PTF made by Bosch (headlight with reflector);

Advice: we can also recommend Luch foglights, since they are a copy of the German ones. But their main advantage is the price, while the quality is much worse.

Among the advantages of these models is the fact that the adjustment of Kalina’s fog lights will be simpler and more understandable due to their installation in the standard mounting locations of the front bumper.

Detailed instructions for replacing fog lights

Installation of fog lights on Kalina can be done either by specialists or in a garage. If you are reading this article, then most likely you are planning to install optics yourself. We are ready to help you with this - below are detailed instructions for installing lanterns, as well as a list of tools that you will need. In addition, you will need a wiring diagram for fog lights, usually it comes with the optics.

Tools and materials

To perform the work, prepare the following tool:

set with a screwdriver - with Phillips and flat tips;
a set of wrenches, in particular, you will need wrenches for 8 and 10, but you may need others;
wire cutters;
insulating tape.

Connecting contacts to relay terminals in the block

Step-by-step instruction

So, installation of fog lights is carried out as follows:

First you need to open the hood, disconnect the battery, then unscrew the fasteners and remove the front bumper.
Then, using a flat-blade screwdriver, you will need to bend the latches and remove the plugs from their seats. Then take the purchased fog lights and secure each of them with three self-tapping screws. Make sure that the optics are securely installed in the installation location - they should not be subject to vibrations while driving, as this will cause them to fail faster.
Then climb into the car. There is a special seal under the clutch pedal; it must be removed. Once you have access to the access hole, you can push the wiring from the fog lights into the cabin.
Now you need to connect the optics to the on-board network. If you want it to be activated separately from the main light, then you will need to move the button into the cabin and install it on the console in the car. In this case, you only need to connect the wiring from the fog lights to the main headlights, this will require cutting into their circuit. After connecting the wire, insulate the divided area with electrical tape, this will prevent possible short circuits in the future. After connecting, all wires must be secured with zip ties or the same electrical tape.
There is another wire coming from the fog lights - ground. The negative leads must be connected to the bolts installed on the body of the car. They also need to be securely fixed, otherwise if they become detached while riding, the optics will not work.
The next step will be to install a control button with a relay; it would be best to embed it into the center console. After the button is installed, the pink cable from the unit should be connected to the relay.
When connecting, it is advisable to use a 15 amp safety device. The power relay contacts are also connected to this element, as well as the wiring from the fog lights; they are marked with numbers 30 and 87.
When the headlights are installed, you need to diagnose the correct installation. Again, check the quality of fixation of the lights on the bumper, as this is very important. Check the functionality of the optics; if you did not make any mistakes during installation and connection, the lights will work.
Now all you have to do is carefully assemble and reinstall the bumper. When installing, be careful not to damage the wiring. After installing the bumper, we recommend checking the functionality of the optics again.

What to have on hand

To carry out the work, we will arm ourselves with the following items:

keys 8 and 10;
flat and Phillips screwdrivers;
a 6-sided key that regulates the spread of light;
electrical tape, wire cutters, pliers (possibly a soldering iron);
ties for fastening the wiring and a piece of strong steel wire;
actually, headlights;
The most important thing you will need for repairs is a kit for connecting fog lights to Kalina.

Button, relay and wires with connectors

Although the included end caps are usually black, you can paint them to match the body color however you wish. High-quality fog lights are usually equipped with Philips bulbs that are quite good in their characteristics.

The kit, which includes a button for turning on Kalina's fog lights, as well as wires, connectors and connectors, and a turn-on relay will need to be purchased separately. However, if your car has an air conditioner, then the space for the button is automatically occupied.

Parts for installation in the front bumper

Sequence of work

So, below are detailed instructions, using which you can easily equip your pet with fog lights:

as in a number of other electrical works, our actions begin by disconnecting the power from the battery (minus terminal);
Now you can start dismantling the bumper. We need to unscrew the screws and remove the black plastic grilles. It may be necessary to remove the license plate;

We begin work on installing the PTF

the grilles and bumper are attached with screws and self-tapping screws - you can feel them with your hands, even without a hole. When you remove the bumper, you will see that the mounting points are indicated by arrows. This will allow such work to be completed much faster in the future;
the wheel arches additionally hold the bumper with 3 self-tapping screws - do not forget to unscrew them as well;
Now you can carefully begin to remove the sides of the bumper from under the arches, using rocking movements, and remove it entirely. Bend the plugs using a flat-head screwdriver;
The fog lights themselves are attached to three screws each;
now we need to extend the wiring into the cabin (as the video in this article shows). Many people recommend removing the driver's wheel and arch protection at this point;
where the clutch pedal is located, we will find the place where the wires are collected in a bundle and push the seal outward;
Now you can stretch the wiring using rigid steel wire. The idea is to tighten the wiring from the interior into the space under the hood. You can immediately provide wiring for connecting LED parking lights, alarms, remote hood opening and everything else that has not yet been installed;

PTF assembly

Our new wire blocks will go along with the factory ones, after which they can be tied together with plastic ties like clamps. If there is a need, a wiring diagram for fog lights on Kalina can help with this;

Assembling the headlight completely

We continue our PTF installation algorithm:

We maintain the required length for the foglights and begin to screw the negative terminals to the bolts. For this purpose, you can use any bolts located on metal parts of the body, except for the engine crankcase mounting bolts, since through them there is no normal contact between the protection and the car body;
It will be more convenient to run the wire to the right headlight under the radiator grille;

Connecting wires

if it is necessary to lengthen the wires, twist them, or better yet, solder this place and insulate it;
the power that the fog lights consume requires connection through a relay, which is controlled by a button (see photo);
take power from the pink wire that leads to the fuse box (relay K7). It is designed to turn on the high beams, and voltage appears only when the ignition is on;

use a 15 Amp fuse;
contacts from the relay are connected via wires with a cross-section of at least 0.75 mm to the wires of the fog lights and to the relay;
After making all the connections, we need to check how we assembled our kit and whether there is power in the circuit. To do this, connect the ground of the car and check how the headlights shine when turned on by the button;

Bumper with headlight installed

All that remains is to reassemble the bumper in reverse order, making sure that the wires do not get pinched anywhere. The price and degree of complexity of such repairs will be within the power of any Kalina owner. In order to adjust the headlight beam, there is access to the adjustment screw from below.

Lada Kalina Sedan reStyle › Logbook › 46. Installing PTF (part 1)

Once again, I strongly welcome you, friends! after purchasing the PTF "Luch" and installing the wiring, the installation day finally came... now if you plan to do something with the car, you first have to look at the weather forecast))) The installation day was on Saturday, because... There was a forecast of rain on Sunday...

so let me start the story...

Initially, I planned that an electrician would install the PTF... But, a couple of days before the installation, I decided to first try to figure out the wiring myself... I unwound this tangle of wires, dug up a connection diagram on the Internet, it’s strange that it wasn’t included in the kit... and started connecting everything along the chain on the hood ... in the end everything worked out for me! almost the first time... and it was the first time in my life that I was doing something like this... Having made sure that everything was correct, at the places of twisting, I covered those places with note paper indicating +this or-, where or what this or that wire goes to...

this is what it all looked like...

The long-awaited day has come... So... after reading articles about installing PTF, I decided that the most optimal and less time-consuming thing is to remove the wing fenders. I somehow didn’t want to remove the bumper again and force it... The space with the removed fender liner is quite enough for all sorts of manipulations related to the installation of the PTF... I didn’t even have to remove the wheel.

Next, we install the PTFs themselves, they are held on by 3 self-tapping screws, screw them on with maximum effort... so that the PTF does not wobble or chatter... while driving. any free vibration of the PTF will lead to the fact that the beam of light from the PTF will rush from end to end on every hole or bump...

after installation we connect the mass

Having finished installing the PTF on the driver's side, we do the same on the passenger side...

after I removed the PTF plug, such a surprise awaited me...

key for 10 I don’t know how it ended up there... but I was lucky that it didn’t get on the timing belt or somewhere else where it shouldn’t have ended up...

We run the + ohm wire through the space behind the lower radiator grille...

in the photo it seems to be free... but I deliberately laid it out this way in order to photograph it and show how and where it passes...

after + we stretched it to the PTF on the driver's side, we cut off the extra piece of wire, and connect EACH wire + from EACH PTF to the fuse holder... + I inserted a 10A fuse into the pin fuse holder

further... the most difficult thing for me... because I overlooked this point in the articles... what I spent the most time on... is extending the wiring from the PTF to the interior...

firstly... I thought for a long time... where to bring the wires into the interior... secondly, I spent no less time thinking “how to do this?”))) in total, I probably spent 2 hours searching... thinking... and trying on...

I tried for a long time to insert the wires through the hole where the hood release cable comes out... but the wire is stringy. and a decent gap would form... which would lead to water flowing through it...

I had to think about it again...

In the end, I found a suitable place to connect the wiring to the interior, but to do this I still had to remove the windshield wiper motor...

This is the hole where the wiring from the windshield wiper motor enters the interior, it’s a very convenient hole, it’s located high, and water won’t leak, and it’s sealed with a rubber ring...

Then the question arose... how to insert the wire... again time for trying and thinking... I went rummaging around the garage... and my eyes fell on the multifunctional sprayer)))), and it was the tube that caught my eye...

here is the sprayer itself... cheap and really MULTIFUNCTIONAL)))

I put the wire into this tube...

the perforation stayed in it very well and tightly...

wire + from PTF to relay wire + from relay to battery

The tube was led into the cabin through the rubber seal that I mentioned above.

OK. We brought the wiring into the cabin... further. Another half an hour of thinking about how to now run this wiring to the PTFs...

We are looking for another hole, we found it... we tried it on and inserted the wiring,

we hide the whole thing beautifully... and connect the wiring to the destinations... + from the relay to the battery we connect to the battery,

+ from the relay to the PTF we carry out again using our miracle tube... we find the main wiring harness, which is hidden in a corrugation, which in turn comes out of the engine compartment into the fender area on the driver's side, and we push the wiring through to the PTF, measure it, cut it off, hook it up...

Now you can breathe... because the hardest part of the work is done...

let's go to the salon... check if we did everything correctly...

that's right! that's right. everything is working…

twist all the wires and heat shrink them...

it seems like everything, BUT one thing remains... the PTF button...

+ to the PTF button I took from +a the power window relay... according to the following diagram

Let me explain... this is done so that the PTFs are, firstly, autonomous... and secondly, as we know, after we turn off the engine, power is supplied to the electric windows for another 20-30 seconds, or until the door opens... FOR EXAMPLE, if you use the PTFs as DRLs , after we turned off the engine, the dimmer will not warn us that the outside lights (side lights, high beam) remained on... and at this moment such a scheme will come in handy... because now, for example, you won’t leave the PTFs on...

Connecting fog lights to Kalina

If there is no wiring for fog lights, then look for a wiring kit for PTF from Kalina or Priora (price 400 rubles), but keep in mind that this kit does not have enough wire length; the control wire from the button will have to be pulled to the relay through a plug above the gas pedal. Or we find wiring with a cross-section of at least 0.75 sq. mm. To route the headlight wiring from the engine compartment to the passenger compartment, you will need to remove the front left wheel and plastic fender liners (lockers). Using a wire, we drag the wires from the passenger compartment, above the clutch pedal. You can install the PTF button:

In the tunnel between the seats (how to remove the Kalina tunnel). The PTF button from the VAZ 2115 is used here.
On the panel, if the Kalina equipment is without air conditioning, then instead of the air conditioning button.
In the external lighting control unit or, in other words, the light control module (LCM).

The diagram of Kalina fog lights according to the first and second options is as follows: One more relay in the last diagram will not allow the PTF to burn after the ignition is turned off. Diagram of Kalina foglights using the third method: To prevent the PTF from burning when the headlights are on and the engine is off, you need to connect contact No. 30 of relay K9 (“+ from the battery”) to the wire that comes out of the MUS contact: “Xz”. Partial pinout of MUS contacts:

Contact 1 - to the CPTO
Contact 2 - control button
Contact 3 - indicator (LED) of PTF status (on or off);
Contact 4 - PTF relay enable pin
Contact 30 - 12V (constant + coming from the battery)
Contact 31 - General minus (ground).
Contact 56 - To low and high beam headlights.
Contact 58 - To side lights.
Contact 58b is an output (regulated voltage) for the illumination of knobs, buttons and instrument panel.
Contact XZ - (+) from ignition switch

Readiness of electrical equipment

The electrical wiring on the Lada Kalina met modern requirements.

Already in the basic version:

double-filament fog lamps were installed in the rear headlight units;
the electrical circuit included relays and fuses (see also the article VAZ wiring: the need for modernization).

Fog lights Lada Kalina - wiring diagram on production models

The diagram roughly shows:

PTF circuit fuse (F9 according to international classification);
Electronic immobilizer (anti-theft system);
Rear headlights with PTF sections;
Vehicle lighting control unit (installed on the instrument panel);
Egnition lock.

For reference: In the photo, the symbol “A” indicates the wire from the power source. “Mass” is indicated in black.

Lada Kalina Station Wagon Lady in Red 8V › Logbook › Replacing the light bulb in the fog lamp.

Hi all! So the hour came when the first light bulb on my girl burned out) By the will of fate, it became the light bulb in the left fog light. To replace it, a standard H11 lamp (12V 55W PGJ19-2) from Osram was purchased. The replacement procedure consists of removing the front fender liner, disconnecting the block and replacing the lamp. It's simple. And now, in order.

For convenience, many people remove the wheel. I didn’t do this, mostly out of laziness, but everything worked out great without removing the wheel. So let's get started:

For work we will need: 1. Cloth gloves, so as not to get your hands dirty. 2. Key and socket 8. 3. Phillips screwdriver. NB: Keep in mind that the wheel will be a little in the way to a certain extent, so if you do not intend to remove it, I recommend using a short screwdriver.

Using a 8mm head, unscrew the two bolts on the inside, then use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the five screws (two on the inside, two on the outside of the bumper mount and one on the bottom under the bumper) and pull off the fender liner, or rather its lower part, since it consists of two parts.

Now we see the fog lamp, or rather its rear part. unclip the pad fastenings on the sides and pull it down. Then we take the lamp by the base and carefully, using some force, turn it counterclockwise and remove it. We insert the new lamp and fix it by turning it clockwise. NB: do not hold the lamp by the bulb, as grease marks will remain on it and it will quickly burn out. If you accidentally took it, wipe the flask with alcohol or white spirit. We reconnect the block, check the operation of the lamp and if everything is fine, return the fender liner to its place.

The whole job took me about an hour.

We unscrew them with a 8mm head.

We unscrew the remaining five with a Phillips screwdriver.

We snap off the latches and carefully pull the block down.

Removed. Now turn the lamp counterclockwise and remove it. Here she is, the hero of the occasion. It burned out in the very center of the spiral. The new light bulb shines just as brightly after replacement.

Which optics is better to choose

While using the machine, the lights are subject to sudden temperature changes, impacts from stones and small grains of sand. These factors negatively affect glass, reducing its transparency, worsening light characteristics.

High-quality headlights that meet safety requirements are installed from the factory. Unofficial replacements are equipped with xenon lenses, “angel eyes” and modified reflector geometry. These lights look beautiful, but wear out faster due to poor quality materials and can fog up in humid weather.

When choosing new optics, it is better to trust the official ones. When purchasing, it is important to clarify the modification of the body and the year of manufacture of Kalina. Depending on the configuration, there are darkened masks or improved lighting characteristics.

Low and high beam optics

Depending on the body type, Kalina has different parts installed:

sedan, hatchback – standard optics;
sport, station wagon - are equipped with a more elongated reflector with an increased area to increase the lighting area by 20%.

To connect improved optics to Kalina, you do not need to lay additional wires or change contact connectors. The optics are no different in mounting points and shape.

When purchasing flashlights, you should pay attention to original parts with improved performance. This will improve the characteristics of the beam without interfering with the wiring or altering the standard fasteners.

Fog lights

When buying new PTFs, it is better to choose from original parts. Standard lights are equipped with durable glass and a high-quality reflector that directs the beam in accordance with GOST.

Fog lights for Kalina are produced by:

The models differ in the shape of the glass, but there is no difference in quality. The headlights are connected to the standard wiring and installed in the mounts on the bumper. There are no fog lights in the basic trim levels. To connect them, you will have to additionally purchase a button for the interior, a PTF relay, and remove the bumper plugs.

In stores you can find modernized flashlights with lenses for gas-discharge lamps or LED modules. Such products are not certified for use in Kalina because they do not meet transport safety requirements. For such parts you can receive a fine and an order to eliminate the malfunction within 10 working days.

Heading optics contains 4 lamps

Let's look at how the directional optics, that is, the front headlight, is designed. The block contains four compartments, each of which contains one element:

High beam lamp (H1);
Low beam lamp (H7);
Combined lamp for running lights and “dimensions” (W21/5W);
Turn signal lamp (P21W yellow - PY21W).

The standard size of the element is indicated in parentheses.

If we talk about low and high beams, standard power lamps (55 watts) are installed from the factory. It is not recommended to greatly exceed this value. Lighting fixtures of sizes H1-H7 look like this:

H1 – high beam, H7 – low beam

When making a purchase, the main thing is not to confuse an H7 lamp with a halogen lamp of a similar size (H4). Also, some companies produce 24-volt lighting devices.

When replacing halogen light sources, adhere to the following rules: do not touch the glass with hands without gloves; it is recommended to degrease the lampshade before installation. “Secunda” is suitable as a cleaner.

The following text shows the side and running lights:

Its standard size is W21/5W. Well, the turn signal bulbs in the directional optics use standard ones. They are equipped with a metal base, their standard size is P21W (PY21W).

The yellow lampshade looks like orange

Headlights

Replacing a headlight yourself will require preparation of the car and tools. To work you will need:

set of wrenches;
screwdrivers;
rag;
gloves to protect hands.

For ease of work, you need to wash Kalina in advance and clean the space in the garage. To replace the headlights, you need to remove the bumper and unscrew several mounting bolts.

Dismantling

Steps required to remove headlights:

Open the hood lid.
Disconnect the battery terminal.
Pull out the clips from the front of the fender liner.
Unscrew the radiator grille fasteners and remove it.
Unclip all the clips along the contour of the bumper and unscrew the screws.
Remove the bumper without scratching the corners of the fenders and headlights.
Disconnect the optical power plug.
Remove the two screws holding the light on top.
Remove the lower headlight bolts.
Carefully remove the part.

Before assembling and installing a new headlight, you should check the presence of light bulbs and their functionality. To do this, connect the flashlight to the connector and check all the functionality. When installing a new part, you should not rush; it is important to be careful and not damage the case or glass.

Repair

To disassemble the Kalina headlights, they will need to be dismantled. You can repair the Kalina headlight by polishing the glass, replacing it, washing the internal parts, or restoring the reflector.

To remove the glass you will need:

Dismantle the part.
Heat the headlights in the box using a hair dryer.
Tear off the glass.
Carry out all the required work and assemble the lantern using a special sealant.

To disassemble the headlight, it will take several hours, depending on the experience of the car owner. Replacing Kalina's headlight glasses will improve the exterior and increase light transmittance.

During operation, it is important to follow safety precautions, do not leave the hair dryer unattended and use gloves.

Installation

Before installing the lights, you should wash the mounting points and mounting space. Installation is carried out in the following order:

The power plug is connected.
The Kalina headlight mounts are aligned and secured with standard bolts.
The bumper is hung from the front and screwed onto self-tapping screws.
The radiator grille is installed.
The left and right fender liner clips are being returned.

In versions with fog lights, you will have to additionally connect the connectors to the lamps when installing the bumper and disconnect them during removal.

How to install a set of fog lights with your own hands + diagram

To save time on dismantling the bumper, we will show you how to replace it without removing it.

When installing the right headlight, turn the steering wheel as far as possible in this direction - this increases the working space.
Remove the front mudguard.

Turn the steering wheel to the right and remove the shield

Attach the headlight to 3 self-tapping screws from the inside

This completes the installation of the optics. Now we connect the headlights using the pre-purchased installation kit.

Nuances of connecting PTF on Kalina

We connect the harness to the right and left fog lights and secure the ground wire to the body.
We connect the positive wire to the battery.
Next, we pull the harness into the cabin through a standard hole in the left wing of the car.
When the harness is pulled into the cabin, you will need to remove the ashtray by unscrewing 4 small bolts.

We extend the harness into the cabin and remove the ashtray

Pull out the blower control knobs

We mount the PTF power button in place of the plug

We connect the wires using connectors

Pull out the mounting block

We connect the wires using the connection diagram

Video: How to install and connect fog lights on a Lada Kalina

Fog lights

PTFs for Kalina are installed only on expensive trim levels. However, all wiring is installed from the factory and there are “ears” for mounting on the bumper. To install headlights, you will have to purchase a power button, frames in body color and a relay.

Installation of fog lights:

Use a screwdriver to remove the plugs under the PTF.
Screw the lights into the standard recesses.
Snap frames to hide excess cavity.

Lada Kalina Cross uses matte black plugs that do not require painting. When installing on your own, you should buy bolts for fastening the headlight in advance.

How to connect the electrical part

Connecting the PTF to the standard wiring does not take much time. To search for the braid, you should inspect the area of the spar at the entrance of the main beam. The PTF plug is taped to the wires with electrical tape.

Fog lights Kalina 2 are often equipped with detailed instructions and an additional switch that must be installed instead of the old module to turn on the light. Connecting to pre-laid wiring does not take much time and does not require laying additional contacts.

If there are no power cables in the braid, you will have to independently pull the wires into the cabin, connect them to the connector, fog lights with plus and minus, and connect them through a relay. A detailed description of the connection is included with the part in the form of a diagram.

During the installation process you will need:

insulating tape;
copper wires;
corrugation;
connectors suitable for lamps.

When installing wiring, disconnect the battery and strictly follow the instructions.

Installation of PTF

If you bought fully equipped headlights, then integrating them into the front bumper will not be particularly difficult.

You will only need:

Install PTF in regular places;
Secure them with self-tapping screws;
Install incandescent lamps in the headlights;
Connect the plug and lead the wires into the engine compartment.

Advice! For additional glass protection, order the production of headlight stickers. This transparent film can protect fog lights from stones and plant branches.

Maintenance and replacement of the rear light

To replace the lamps in the rear light of Kalina 2 station wagon and hatchback, you need to remove the entire headlight unit. To do this you need:

Unclip the plug next to the seat belt bolt.
Unscrew the nut.
Open the seal window and unscrew the remaining fasteners.
Pull out the flashlight.
The lamps are pulled out by turning the base counterclockwise.

When replacing lamps in a hatchback body, carefully remove the nuts so that they do not roll under the trim. The missing part will rattle while driving and you will end up having to disassemble the entire luggage compartment.

The Kalina sedan has special compartments in soft upholstery for access to the nuts. There is no need to remove additional plugs.

To keep your car in excellent condition, you need to periodically replace lamps, clean optics, or install new ones. Removing front, rear headlights and foglights in Kalina does not require expensive tools or special knowledge.

What is needed for installation and connection

Standard PTFs are included in some Kalina configurations; they are installed on the lower bumper. The lighting quality of standard optics is not always optimal - many mechanics recommend purchasing a higher-quality kit and installing it on the car. The designers have provided for the possibility of replacing such headlights; repairs do not require completely removing the front bumper.

Which PTF is better to install?

Bosch optics have flat glass and are sold in a set of 2 devices. Has high build quality and long service life.
Kirzhach headlights can be purchased one at a time - they use convex glass in the shape of a lens.
Luch foglights are of good quality, but the design does not include a fogging valve.
ProSport headlights, despite the manufacturing country of China, are of good quality at a low price.

Tools and materials

Besides the optics itself? you will need to purchase a mounting kit for connection. It includes:

relay;
headlight switch;
several wires with connectors;
connectors;
self-tapping screws;
instructions with installation diagram.

Everything you need is included in the installation kit for connecting PTF

The kit must have a special marking 1119. This means that all parts are intended for installation in the prepared location of the mounting block.

PTFs can be sold with or without external frames. Before installing the frame, you need to paint it to match the body color or purchase ready-made ones in a suitable color scheme. The tool you will need is a standard 8mm wrench and a good screwdriver. Work can be carried out both with the front bumper installed and with it removed.