Replacing low beam lamps in Kalina 1st and 2nd generation

Low beam headlights are vehicle headlights that are used to illuminate the road surface in the direction of travel. The peculiarity of low beam headlights is that they are selected taking into account optimal road illumination at a distance of at least 60 meters. At the same time, the luminous flux is selected taking into account the avoidance of dazzling drivers of oncoming vehicles.

According to current legislation, if the car is not equipped with DRLs (daytime running lights), the low beam headlights must be turned on both day and night. The distant one turns on only in the dark to increase the visibility range. Low beam headlights are also used when stopping or parking on unlit sections of the road in the dark. In such cases, the low beam complements the side lights.

Review of block headlights Lada Kalina 2

Above is a photo of the left headlight, everything on the right is identical. 1 - ventilation tube; 2 — low beam section cover; 3 — cover of the high beam section; 4 — light beam regulator in the vertical plane; 5 — lamp socket for side light and daytime running light; 6 - electrical connector; 7 — regulator of the light beam in the horizontal plane; 8 - turn signal lamp socket

Tuning options

You can increase the attractiveness of your car for yourself and others by tuning the lighting system. Main options:

• tinting;
• installation of bilens;
• installation of LEDs in dimensions;
• creating angel eyes.

Many car enthusiasts choose tuning of headlights on Kalina, such as tinting - applying a special film over the entire surface of the glass of the device to give the car an original design. Another popular option is installing xenon. Almost all workshops offer this service, but only experienced craftsmen can carry out the installation efficiently.

Instructions for replacing lamps on Kalina 2

Low beam

Carefully remove the rubber boot from the low beam (it is larger in size)

Disconnect the block from the lamp

Next, press the spring clamp and remove it from the clamps to the side and move it away

We remove the burnt out one and install a new lamp. The H7 Osram lamp is installed from the factory; if you want to install brighter lamps, you can choose the Philips H7 +30.

We reassemble in reverse order.

High beam

Remove the rubber boot from the high beam

Disconnect the block from the lamp (Only the + wire is attached to the lamp)

Press the spring clamp of the lamp and move it to the side

We take out the old lamp and install a new one. Be careful when installing, it can only be installed in one position.

We also perform assembly in reverse order.

Replacing DRL lamps

Take the cartridge and turn it counterclockwise.

Next, remove the socket from the socket, take out the old lamp and install a new one. Toshiba lamps are installed from the factory; it is impossible to buy them in retail stores, so we choose an analogue.

Turn signal lamp

By pressing lightly, turn the cartridge counterclockwise and remove it from the socket

Press the lamp and turn it counterclockwise, pull it out of the socket

We take a new PY21W lamp and install it in the socket

This completes the lamp replacement.

When replacing the low and high beam lamps, it is prohibited to touch the lamps themselves by the bulbs! This will lead to rapid failure of the lamp. The rest of the lamps are incandescent, and this does not threaten them.

Replacement process

The lamp replacement process lasts 5-10 minutes. Experienced motorists can do it in two. No tools are needed. Let's start the replacement process:

1. Open the hood.
2. We remove the plug from the headlight where the replacement will be carried out. It is not necessary to adjust the headlights after replacing the lamp.

   The plug is marked with an arrow

3. We remove the plus and minus wires for powering the lamp.

   The plug is removed, the cartridge is close

4. We move the latch aside.

   Move the latch aside

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5. We take out the lamp. This should be done carefully enough so as not to break the old light bulb.

   Removing the lamp

6. We carry out the assembly in the reverse order.

Thus, the lamp is replaced and the car is ready for further use.

Lamp selection

Bulb type H7, do not mix it up

It is quite easy to find in the car market or in spare parts stores. The most common manufacturer remains OSRAM.

On the left is a Chinese lighthouse, on the right is a domestic OSRAM

These are domestically produced lamps that have gained popularity due to the price-quality ratio.

Other good manufacturers are:

• Bosch,
• Hella,
• Koito,
• Philips,
• Valeo.

These are already higher quality lamps, which are also more expensive than the popular OSRAM. Thus, the choice of lamps is quite wide, and every car owner will have something to choose from.

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 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 reliability will also 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.

Bulbs on Kalina: types

First of all, you will need to choose the right device for your Lada Kalina. The low beam lighting is installed in a separate compartment of the headlamp. Kalina's headlight itself has 3 sections:

• low beam lighting;
• distant;
• turn indicator.

On domestic Lada Kalina vehicles, 55-watt lamps are dismantled by OSRAM (Germany) during assembly. They are designed to work with a voltage of 12 V. They can be replaced with Phillips X-treme Vision lamps, as well as GE SportLight. These brands have a rather high cost, although they have an excellent service life coupled with the power of the luminous flux. If you want to save money on dismantling light bulbs in your Lada Kalina, it makes sense to take a closer look at the products. The devices of this company have quite affordable prices, and are in no way inferior to foreign analogues.

Important! You shouldn’t save too much when choosing light bulbs. Cheap products from unknown manufacturers require frequent replacement, therefore the costs are the same

Remember, a high-quality light bulb costs more.

To dismantle or repair low beam devices, prepare:

• the actual lamps;
• screwdriver;
• pliers;
• set of keys;
• fabric gloves;
• clean rag;
• alcohol.

Important! Before dismantling the light bulb, it is necessary to check the fuse, as well as the contact terminals and blocks, for serviceability.

Checking and adjusting the headlights, replacing the low beam lamp on the Lada Kalina-2

In head optics, low beam lamps most often have to be replaced. For a Lada Kalina car, the low beam lamp is a halogen lamp with an “H7” socket, the power of which is 55 watts (no more). Osram bulbs may come from the factory, but others will do. After replacement, the filament will occupy a new position, and the headlight adjustment may be lost. So, checking the settings, and, if necessary, adjusting the headlights is carried out immediately after replacing the lamps, which on the Lada Kalina is done without dismantling the headlight unit.

Why isn't the low beam on?

Standard light bulb

There may be several reasons why your low beams have stopped working:

• the light bulb has burned out;
• problem in the contact of the device block;
• The light fuse has blown.

Before starting repair work, you need to determine what exactly the problem is. A little research is being done on this.

First, you need to check the fuse of the headlight that is not working. Please note that each headlight has its own separate fuse. In Kalina these are fuses numbered F12 and F13.

Checking its performance is quite simple; any problems can be detected visually. If everything is fine with it, check the condition of the block and the lamp itself. In order to check the condition of the block and bulb, you will need to disassemble the headlight itself. This article will tell you how to do this in the “Guide to replacing low beam light bulbs” section.

Step-by-step replacement instructions

Each H7 standard bulb has an iron base, which is pressed to the headlamp with a wire clamp. To bend this bracket, just get close to the plane of the headlight from behind. Let's open the hood and see what exactly will bother us.

Engine compartment of Kalina-2 (VAZ-2192, 2194)

Behind the headlight on the right is a washer reservoir. It is dismantled like this: disconnect the electric motor terminals, tighten the plug harder, find one nut and one fastening bolt. The fastening elements are unscrewed with a 10mm wrench, then the tank is placed on the engine. Next we could look at how to remove the headlight on Kalina-2, but in this case this is not required.

Before performing any manipulations with electrical equipment, always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery. It is better to connect this terminal last (before closing the hood). Be careful.

Replacement sequence:

1. Remove the rubber cover covering the low beam lamp compartment;
2. Disconnect both terminals from the lamp contacts;
3. The fastening bracket is removed from the grooves by first pressing on it, then the bracket is moved to the side;
4. They take out the lamp, install a new one in its place, and return the bracket to its place.

Next, perform steps “2” and “1” in reverse order. The connection diagram is not important - there are only two contacts, and both go to the filament. Now, if we connected LEDs, then everything would look more complicated.

The bracket presses the cartridge to the plane of the headlight

When installing a halogen light source, you must remember: the surface of the lamp glass must be perfectly clean. Do not allow grease marks to remain on the flask. Installation is carried out using only cotton gloves. The glass of the flask is cleaned with industrial alcohol or Secunda.

Replacing the high beam lamp for lada kalina sedan (VAZ Kalina)

Replacing the headlight bulb on Kalina (photo and video)

We present to your attention detailed photos and video instructions on how to change the headlight bulb on a Lada Kalina with your own hands.

What are the dimensions of the Lada Kalina lamps?

In Kalina's dimensions there are standard baseless lamps of type A12-5-2 (W5W). If desired, LED lamps can be installed instead.

Replacing the headlight bulb on Kalina - photo

Before replacing the headlight bulbs, be sure to turn them off, and it is also advisable to disconnect the negative terminal of the battery.

The clearance lamp is replaced with the hood open.

To gain access to the burnt out lamp, remove the headlight protective cover opposite the high beam section.

It is this yellow cartridge at the bottom of the headlight that we need to remove.

This procedure is complicated by the fact that the cartridge of Kalina’s dimensions is located in a very inconvenient place; getting into it with your fingers is problematic. And it often takes a lot of effort to remove the cartridge.

Many people recommend using pliers or another tool to remove an oversized cartridge. We do not recommend doing this, since the plastic cartridge is easy to break, and finding a new one is difficult.

To facilitate access to the size socket, disconnect the chip from the high beam lamp (brown, located above the size socket).

Access is now better.

We put our hand in and carefully pull the cartridge of dimensions towards ourselves. Often the cartridge requires a lot of effort. If it does not give in, you can twist it slightly to the left and right, and then carefully pull it out, gradually increasing the force.

After we have pulled out the socket, we pull out the burnt out lamp from it.

Instead, we insert a new headlight bulb.

Then insert the cartridge back into place until it clicks.

Don't forget to put the high beam lamp chip back in place.

After this, it is advisable to turn on the dimensions and check if everything works.

If the lamp works, close the headlight housing and hood.

Replacing the headlight bulb on Kalina - video

A few days ago, on the Lada Kalina blog, I wrote a post about how a not very pleasant picture arose on my car with the left headlight (driver’s) fogging up. In general, the situation, as it turned out later, is familiar to many owners of not only Kalina, but also other domestic cars. The fact is that for some reason condensation forms in the internal cavity of the headlight, and the light bulb constantly burns out. Moreover, this applies specifically to the low beam, since you have to drive with it constantly due to the law.

When I did this for the first time, of course I had to spend a lot of time and nerves, although with patience and calmness, as well as level hands, everything is done quite simply. Below I will try to describe in more detail the detailed procedure that must be performed in order to replace the lamp.

Instructions for replacing low beam headlight bulbs on Kalina

• So, the first thing you need to do is open the hood of the car. Then, on the side where the light bulb burned out, you need to pull out (remove) the rubber plug.
• When the rubber band is removed, you can proceed to further actions. This is where we need patience. You need to feel the latch that secures the lamp with your fingers and unclick it. There you get two tendrils on each side, and they need to be disengaged.
• All that remains is to pull off the two power wires that go to the light bulb and then you can remove it. But this must be done carefully so as not to break it.
• When installing a new one, you should pay attention that its protrusion on the body is aligned with a similar-sized slot in the headlight. We put the latch in place and connect all the wires.

As promised, I’m posting a few photos of this renovation, I think that now everything is shown more clearly. As for the prices for new light bulbs, it all depends on the thickness of your wallet, that is, you can buy one for at least 80 rubles, at least for 300 rubles. From my own experience I can say that the same MAYAK can last for several seasons if moisture does not penetrate into the headlight.

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Adjusting the headlight beam

Correctly adjusting headlights can only be done in a service station. However, let's look at how this operation is performed by experienced craftsmen.

Kalina-2 block headlight, correct adjustment of the beam direction

There are two adjustment screws on the back wall of the unit called the headlight unit. The first of them, located closer to the radiator, allows you to deflect the light beam “up and down”, and the “horizontal” direction is adjusted with the second screw. Ideally, this should happen: when the car is 5 meters from the screen, the border of the light spot touches line “2” (see figure). Line “1” is spaced from the ground at a distance equal to the height of the centers of the headlights. The second line is drawn 65 mm lower.

When making adjustments, the corrector switch is moved to position “0”. Of course, you only need to turn on the low beam. We also note that the headlights are adjusted one by one (the “excess” light source is covered with a cloth).

Here are a couple more tips that will be useful:

• The centers of the beams should be on lines AE, BE;
• Line “0” has the following meaning: it intersects with line “1” at one point, so the border of the spot should pass exactly through this point;
• The caps of the plastic adjustment screws are compatible with a hex screwdriver. However, a Phillips screwdriver will also work.

Replacing the side lamp of a Lada Kalina

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It doesn’t matter at all whether these devices are completely missing, broken or simply turned off. Parking lights when turned off can also be grounds for a fine.

The issue of installing colored, namely green or blue, side lights on a vehicle is actually very serious. What color should the headlights of a vehicle be so that it can be used without fines? Six years ago, changes were made to the traffic rules.

Question and answer: what should not be allowed under any circumstances

Q: What happens if you buy lamps with a base other than “H7”?

A: It will not be possible to install lamps in a standard headlight.

Q: If I use more than 55 watts of power, will this cause overheating?

A: Excessive power leads to the fact that the fuse in the low beam lamp circuit burns out. A separate fuse is used for each of the lamps, so it will not be possible to “deceive” the automation.

Q: Are halogens afraid of power surges?

A: For incandescent lamps, excess voltage is a harmful factor. In the case of using halogen lamps, there will be two harmful factors: overheating, underheating. Actually, this is why MTBF can be considered a relative rather than an absolute value. This value depends, and depends strongly, on the stability of the voltage.

Angel eyes

Aesthetic appearance, attractive design and functionality – these are the distinctive features of this type of tuning. It was first introduced on BMW cars. Such an improvement can be carried out on Kalina. To create the effect you will need:

• transparent plastic rod;
• pliers, wire cutters or metal saw;
• construction hair dryer;
• soldering iron;
• insulating tape;
• 220 Ohm resistors;
• 3.5-volt LEDs (4 pcs.);
• wires and connectors.

First you need to choose the length of the rod. This can be done by measuring the circumference of the illuminator with a thread or using the formula 3.14xD, where D is the diameter of the headlight. The rod needs to be heated with a hair dryer or boiled so that it becomes soft. Next, you should select a tin can or other round container, the diameter of which coincides with the diameter of the headlight. Wrap the rod around this container so that it takes the shape of a circle.

Now you need to solder the resistors to the LED legs. Only 4 LEDs are required (2 for each headlight). When soldering, polarity must be observed, otherwise the homemade product will not work. After this, connect the element to the power source. If the diodes light up, it means everything was done correctly.

The third stage is cutting. The circumference of the rod must be evenly cut, the depth of which does not exceed 1/3 of the diameter of the thickness of the rod. This is necessary for the formation of radiant light.

Next comes the installation of homemade angel eyes in the headlight. The rod must be positioned so that the diodes are not conspicuous. The rings do not require fasteners - they are pressed against the glass.

The Lada Kalina headlights have a fairly simple structure, and if necessary, any car owner can carry out their own repairs. Maintenance and timely troubleshooting are the key to long-term operation of the machine’s lighting equipment.

The efficient functioning of the lighting devices of the Lada Kalina car is a guarantee of safe movement. Over time, light bulbs reach the end of their lifespan and require replacement. Here, the practical domestic model Lada Kalina cannot be included in the cohort of exceptions. Low beam bulbs in the car we are considering play an important role, since in the daytime they allow you to identify the vehicle, and at night they illuminate the roadway in traffic or in suburban areas. Please note that regulatory regulations prohibit operation with low-beam mode bulbs that are not working or not turned on. The low beam lamp can also be replaced by hand.

Design Features

Kalina's light is not technologically advanced, since the optics use classic halogen elements. From the factory, the modules contain parts from Philips or Osram with the Long Life prefix, which means an increased service life.

The Kalina lighting system in the old and new body differs in the location of the modules, shape, and size. The elements used in optics are:

• turn signals – PY21W;
• low beam – H7/55 W;
• high beam – H1/60 W;
• fog lights – H11/55 W;
• Dimensions – W5W.

In modifications of Kalina since 2013, running lights have been added from the factory, which use parts with the index W 21/5 W.

Some car owners cannot fit their hand into the cramped space between the TV and the air filter housing. In this case, the Kalina intake system is dismantled or the radiator grille and headlight are removed.

Which bulbs to choose for low beam?

In most cases, owners install “H7” lamps in the headlights of Lada Kalina 2. These halogen devices consume 55 W of power and are powered by the vehicle's on-board 12-volt power supply. Let us remind you that a common manufacturer is the German brand “OSRAM”.

As an alternative, you can consider Philips Extreme Vision lamps. The devices are distinguished by enviable brightness of the luminous flux, but their cost can upset the thrifty buyer. A less expensive option is products from “from GE SportLight”. Well, the most budget-friendly event will be the purchase and installation of domestic lamps. Note that the latter are able to adequately compete in terms of light brightness with the designated famous brands.

When and why to change

The factory light is adjusted during the production process, at the time of passing technical inspection. In the new car, the modules shine with maximum power and at the peak of their capabilities. The need for replacement is determined by the following main criteria:

1. Reducing light intensity.
2. The appearance of yellowness and cloudy areas on the cut-off strip.
3. Complete shutdown of one of the light modules.
4. Increased brightness after the suspension hits a pothole or has mechanical contact with the headlight.

Kalina lamps installed on the conveyor last no more than 4 years. Cloudiness, deterioration of visibility and the appearance of unlit areas appear after the filament burns and the bulb smokes. In this case, the light does not pass through the dirt well and does not reach the desired areas of the reflector. There are yellow spots of light and darkened areas on the road.

The thickness of the light module filament is calculated by production engineers. When struck, the lamp shakes and the spiral becomes thinner. An external examination reveals a large increase in beam power. This indicates that the halogen lamp will soon fail, since the thin filament heats up above the set temperature and begins to melt. The service life of a damaged part ranges from one minute to several hours.

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.

Without easy access, work is much more difficult to carry out

Replacement process

Replacing the low beam bulb on Kalina is as follows:

First of all, you need to remove the rubber plug, which protects the interior of the headlight from moisture and dirt; this is also very important, so do not damage this element. It's very simple: grab one of the three protrusions and pull away from the body, the element will come off quite easily.

The plug is located behind the low beam headlight on the rear side

Next, you need to remove the two contacts and move them to the side; this is easier to do while the low beam light bulb on Kalina is still fixed

It is important to remove the elements carefully so as not to damage the insulation or break the wires, otherwise you will have to carry out repair work as well. After the wires are disconnected, you can proceed to the next step - releasing the latch, which presses the base to the reflector and holds the element in a certain position. To do this, you need to disengage the clamp from both sides by lightly pressing it and moving it away from the base.

With some practice, the latch releases very easily and very quickly

The latch folds back and the low beam bulb in the Lada Kalina can be easily removed. We advise you to inspect the condition of the contacts; if they are melted or blackened, it means that the failure of the bulbs is due to a malfunction in the system.

Under no circumstances should you touch the glass part, so grab the cartridge and contacts

Which lamps are best to use in Kalina

To find out which lamps are installed in Kalina during assembly, you need to remove the cover and pull out the part. The name, model and type of spare part are printed on the case. AvtoVAZ uses products from Philips as the main light. However, some models contain parts from Osram.

When searching for light bulbs in Kalina, you should be guided by proven options:

• number on the Kalina body or in the vehicle passport;
• a burnt-out sample previously removed from the lantern.

The body number is entered into a special window that pops up when you visit online resources with catalogues. Such systems independently determine the year of production, configuration and type of lighting equipment and offer a list of original spare parts and replacements for Kalina.

The number is provided to the seller in the store to accurately determine the part code. A simple and reliable way is to remove the lamp from the base and buy a new one based on the sample. In this case, you avoid purchasing the wrong part and having to go back to the store for an exchange.

How to change lamps

1. Remove the protective cover.
2. Disconnect the block with wires from the lamp.
3. Move the spring clip to the side by pressing it.
4. Remove the low/high beam lamp by the base.

Installation of lamps is carried out in reverse order. The headlight lamp is halogen. You cannot touch its glass flask with your fingers, because... There will be marks on it that will impair the illumination of the headlight. You can clean the lamp with a clean rag soaked in alcohol. The process of replacing headlight bulbs is also shown in the video:

Let us remind you that replacing lamps on all Lada cars is similar, so the process of removing and installing lamps can be seen in the video in the article about the Lada Granta.

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How to replace the lamps yourself

Changing a light bulb in Kalina yourself is not difficult. The time spent on the work depends on the skill of the driver and the size of the hands. Some owners change light fixtures in 15-20 minutes without removing the headlight, while others suffer for more than an hour and ultimately dismantle the optics.

When replacing, cloth gloves are used. This helps protect the skin on your hands and also prevents contact with the bulb. When touched, fingerprints remain, which heat up when the light is turned on and after a while burn through the thin glass.

During work, the battery terminal is unscrewed to avoid a short circuit, which will lead to burnout of the fuse link in the fuse box.

Far module

Replacing the high beam lamp is easier than in the low beam module, since the cover is located closer to the radiator grille.

To perform the operation you will need:

1. Turn off the Kalina engine.
2. Open the hood lid.
3. Remove the protective boot on the back of the flashlight.
4. Carefully disconnect the plastic chip.
5. Open the latch.
6. Pull out the lamp.

Assembly is carried out in reverse order. When installing the terminal, you need to check the contacts and, if necessary, clean them using a flat-head screwdriver, sandpaper or a special chemical spray.

Low beam

Replacing a low beam lamp on a Lada Kalina depends on the experience of the owner and is divided into two types:

1. Without removing the headlight.
2. With module dismantling.

Most Kalina owners cannot replace the lamp in the left headlight due to limited space. In this case, you will have to ask a more dexterous friend or dismantle the lighting device yourself for convenience.

To change lamps on installed optics:

1. Unscrew the filter housing near the left headlight and move it towards the engine.
2. Disconnect the washer motor terminal, remove the screws and move the reservoir to the side.
3. Open the light module seals.
4. Remove the block with wires.
5. Remove the spring clip.
6. Remove the part.

Assembling the headlight with a new spare part is carried out in the reverse order.

To dismantle the headlights, you need to unscrew the grille, fasten the modules and disconnect the contact chip. Place the removed optics on a convenient surface and replace the light elements.

Dimensions and DRLs

In the first generation Kalina, the dimensions are installed under the cover of the near reflector.

Replacement is no different from work in the near headlight compartment, however, to disconnect the lamp, it is turned counterclockwise. Drivers often install a diode instead of the original light source, which has a bright glow and can work for more hours.

Replacing DRL lamps on second generation Kalina:

1. Open the hood.
2. Find the plastic retainer at the bottom of the lamp near the radiator grille.
3. Turn left 90°.
4. Pull towards yourself.

Daytime running lamps do not contain halogen in the bulb, so they can be handled by hand when installing. Parts without gas include reverse elements, which are changed by bending the trim in the luggage compartment. To replace the Kalina station wagon's brake light bulb, you will have to unscrew the plastic plug on the fifth door, disconnect the chip and pull out the old spare part.

Turn signal

If the marker light on Kalina is freely accessible, then it is more difficult to get to the turn signal module.

To install a new lamp, you need:

1. Unscrew the screws holding the air intake barrel and washer fluid reservoir.
2. Move the parts towards the engine.
3. Feel for the plastic cartridge and turn it to the left.
4. The lamp is removed from its seat by slightly pressing and turning it 90° to the left.

To install a new part, you need:

1. Install it into the cartridge.
2. Press and turn to the right until it stops.

The finished element is mounted in a standard hole. You can check the operation of the light by turning on the corresponding key on the Kalina instrument panel.

Fog lights

When replacing the fog lights, partial dismantling of the locker will be required. To do this you need:

1. Turn the wheel towards the engine compartment.
2. Unscrew the screws and unclip the clips where they are attached to the bumper.
3. Bend the fender liner.
4. Turn the light bulb to the left until it stops.
5. Pull towards yourself.
6. Disconnect the plug.

To install a new light source in the PTF, you must first snap the connector, insert the part into the lamp and turn it to the right.

After carrying out the work, you need to check the correct functioning of the light and adjust the angle of the reflector. A properly functioning car light ensures good visibility in all conditions and safety on the road.

Design and features of optics on Kalina

Before you disassemble the front or rear lights or change the bulbs in the optics of the Kalina station wagon, sedan or hatchback, let's understand its structure:

• external glass designed to protect light sources and prevent moisture and dust from entering them;
• a plastic case onto which the main components are fixed;
• a rubberized seal between the headlight housing and the glass is used to ensure the tightness of the structure;
• low and high beam lighting sources, as well as turning lights;
• a plastic reflector located inside the housing, characterized by the presence of a mirror surface and used to reflect light from lamps.

If the lights are not adjusted, this can cause inconvenience not only to the car owner, but also to drivers of oncoming cars. If the car owner can properly adjust the headlights, this will allow optimal illumination of not only the road, but also the side of the road. At the same time, the optics will not blind oncoming drivers.

When the low beam is operating, only the corresponding bulbs turn on. If the driver activates the high beam, then the high and low beam sources are turned on. The headlight itself for Kalina is equipped with an electromechanical drive and can be easily adjusted using a corrector. The corrector itself is installed on the center console, so adjustments are made from the passenger compartment. The regulator is connected to the drive located directly in the headlight using wiring (the author of the video is the Lada Kalina channel).

Replacing lamps yourself

If the diagnostics carried out showed that it was the light bulb that burned out, then it is not at all necessary to take the car to a service center, where such a change in the lighting element will cost 2-3 thousand rubles or more. You can do all the work yourself. For most cars, the headlight design is identical, so the car owner is guaranteed not to encounter any difficulties with carrying out such repair and service work.

Only on new cars will it be necessary to dismantle the bumper in order to remove the headlight and change the burnt out light bulb. In such a case, it is best to take the car to a service center, where specialists, having extensive practical experience, will carry out such repairs in a short time.

Replacing the headlight

Now let's see how to remove the headlight on a Lada Largus if you need to replace or repair it:

• First, remove the wheel from the side where you are going to change the light.
• Unscrew the fastening screws and remove the fender liner.
• Disconnect the wires.
• Remove the block.
• While turning, remove the marker and turn signal cartridges.
• Open the hood, remove the lamp cover and remove the block.
• Disconnect and remove the hydraulic correction cable.

Removing the hydraulic corrector unit on the Lada Granta headlight

• Remove the front bumper to gain access to the light mounts.
• Unscrew the three bolts - use a ten-point socket to do this.
• Remove the headlight and install a new one in its place.
• Reassemble in reverse order.

Installing a new headlight on Largus

Required Tools

In this case, you will not need any special kit to replace the lighting fixture. All you need is an 8 x 10 wrench. This is due to the fact that the right headlight is covered by the washer reservoir cap. You should be especially careful with the tank itself. To make installation of the low beam lamp as safe as possible, it should be completely removed. This must be done very carefully so as not to spill the liquid.

After completing the replacement, you should reinstall the tank in reverse order and attach all the wires to the control network. At this point, the process of replacing the low beam bulb can be considered complete.

You should also remember that it is not only about you on the road, but also the health of all other road users. Therefore, repairs and replacement of unsuitable spare parts must be carried out in a timely manner.

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Possible causes of malfunction

So, if the low beam in one of the headlights of a Lada Kalina does not light up, then the reason most likely lies in a burnt-out light bulb. Replacing it will not be difficult for every car owner.

However, unfortunately, there are a number of other reasons for this malfunction, the most common of which are the following:

• The contacts in the plug block are oxidized or burnt;
• The fuse has blown;
• Open circuit;
• The relay has failed.

Below we will look at how to fix all these problems.

H7 standard bulb

Replacing the lamp

Replacing the low beam on Kalina is quite simple. Moreover, you will only have to spend a few minutes of your time on this.

The only thing is that before replacing old lamps, you need to purchase new ones of the H7 standard. It is advisable to install new bulbs on two headlights at once so that they provide the same glow.

Removing the plug

Replacement instructions are as follows:

• First of all, you need to remove the rubber plug located on the back of the headlight. To do this, you must first open the hood.
• Then you need to remove the positive and negative terminals from the contacts.

Releasing the latch from the landing

• Next, you need to press the spring bracket with your own hands and remove it from the seat.
• After this, you need to remove the old light bulb and put a new one in its place.
• Then you need to replace the bracket, put the terminals on the contacts and install the plug.

When replacing light bulbs, you need to pay attention to the quality of the contacts. If the contacts are oxidized or burnt, they must be cleaned

Fuse and relay block Lada Kalina

Replacing the fuse

If, after replacing the lamps, the low beam headlights in the Lada Kalina still do not work, you should check the fuses. They are located in the mounting block under the steering wheel.

The lamps are protected by different fuses:

• Right lamp – F12
• Left lamp – F13

It must be said that it is not always possible to visually identify a blown fuse. Therefore, even if it has no external defects, you should check the voltage at the terminals with a test lamp or multimeter.

Lada exterior lighting diagram

Open circuit

If the fault cannot be eliminated, then you need to find an open circuit.

You can do this as follows:

• If there is no voltage at the fuse terminals, you need to ring the wire that goes from F13 to contact No. 56 of the lighting control unit, since you can turn on the low beam headlights on Kalina using switch No. 5.
• If the wire is intact, but 2 headlights do not light, then switch No. 56 must be replaced. However, you should first check whether voltage is supplied to the switch itself.
• If voltage is supplied to fuses F13 and F12, you should check whether there is voltage at the relay output. Let us remind you that the low beam relay in the Lada Kalina is located in the mounting block.
• If there is no voltage, you should check the area from F12 to contact No. 56 of switch No. 4, which is located on the steering wheel, as well as the area from terminal No. 56a to terminal 1 of relay K7. It is also quite possible that switch No. 4 or the relay itself is not working.

Replacing the latter is not difficult, since it is simply inserted with contacts into the socket.

In the photo - lighting relay Lada Kalina

In cases where there is voltage at the relay output, you should check the wiring of the machine from the mounting block to the headlights according to the diagram.

As we can see, finding an open circuit or a faulty part is not difficult. To do this, you only need a low beam circuit on Kalina and a multimeter or test light. These are, perhaps, all the main reasons for this malfunction on the Lada Kalina car.