How to remove the connector from a Priora headlight? - do-it-yourself car repair

In the previous post: Polishing headlights: the first damn thing is lumpy. I coated the headlights with varnish and polished them. The right headlight was left without a protective coating and cracked under the influence of the solvent from the can. In general, I recently noticed that the headlight, which was left without a protective coating, began to turn yellow. Not only is it cracked, but also yellowed. This will not work. I looked for used headlights on Avito, but found nothing. There were options, but for 2500, which is expensive for a used one, in my opinion. Therefore, I decided to change the glass. This is the cheapest option. I took off the headlight. I found a suitable cardboard box and placed the headlight in it. I made a hole in the box and put a soldering gun in it. You can use construction. It turned out to be an improvised oven.

I closed the box and sealed it with masking tape. Turned on the hairdryer. I found experimentally that a temperature of at least 100 degrees must be created inside the box, otherwise nothing will come off. First, I removed the rubber plugs and pulled out the bulbs.

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Do-it-yourself headlight adjustment

It is recommended to adjust the vehicle's front lighting devices annually; the headlights should also be adjusted if:

new front optics are installed on the car;
wheels of a different radius are installed;
there was a minor accident;
The front suspension has been repaired.

There are several options for adjusting the front optics; the work can be done:

in a car service center at a special stand;
independently, using a flat area and a building wall with a smooth, level surface.

You can adjust the headlights yourself either at the stand or without using special equipment. Let’s consider the second option, it is constantly used by car enthusiasts.

For example, let's take the adjustment of the headlights on a Ford Fusion car. It is convenient to carry out work on the street in the dark; first of all, we choose a flat area as possible and find a place where there is a white, flat wall nearby:

drive close to the wall, mark the center of the car with colored chalk, mark the center of each headlight;
we drive away from the wall at a distance of 5 meters;
Next we need a laser level, we install it next to the rear wheel - we direct its beam so that it passes along the front wheel, at its very bottom;

further it passes better onto the wall, a laser dot is visible on it;
the point from the laser on the wall will be the level for one headlight (in this case, on the right side), we also set the level for the left headlight in the same way;
installation of points is necessary for correct leveling - the platform and the wall may be uneven;
take a measuring tool (tape measure), measure the distance from the ground to the center of the headlight (the place where the lamp is located). For Ford Fusion, the height is approximately 0.7 m;
in the area of the points obtained by the laser, we measure on the wall the distance from the ground upward by 0.7 m on each side;
draw three lines - two vertical (at the laser points) and one horizontal (at a height of 70 cm), then another horizontal strip 5 cm lower.

Why is the second horizontal line needed? On a Ford Fusion, the angle of incidence of the low beam headlights is one percent. If the car moves 1 meter from the wall, then the headlights tilt down by 1 cm, respectively, at a distance of 5 m - by 5 cm.

Let’s say if the car was 7 m from the wall, then the headlights should be lowered 7 cm from the horizontal level.

Each car model has its own low beam angle; there is always a sticker or designation in the front of the car under the hood.

With adjusted optics, the light from the headlights follows the bottom line; the refraction of light at an upward angle on each headlight should be at the point of intersection of the bottom horizontal line with the vertical line.

A correctly adjusted headlight should shine as shown in the figure below; here the refraction of light begins precisely at the intersection point, but in this case the light can be raised a little higher.

To adjust the headlights on a Ford Fusion, we use a screwdriver or wrench with a 13 mm head. The light is adjusted by two nuts located on top of the optics:

one of them is closer to the front wing;
the other nut is almost in the center of the headlight.

The nut located in the center of the optics adjusts the height of the illumination; using the lateral adjustment (closer to the wing), the light is shifted to the right or left.

Before you begin adjusting the headlights, you must:

set the same tire pressure;
rock the front of the car up and down several times until the suspension returns to its normal position;
switch the electric corrector to position “0” (right lever in the figure below).

Various videos are posted on the channel; they discuss in detail the issues of adjusting headlights with visual examples.

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Checking the steering column switches

* Not fixed lever positions
** Not installed on VAZ-2110

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Often the driver is faced with a problem when it is necessary to replace the low beam lamp on a Lada Priora; this procedure is not difficult to carry out. In order for this procedure to be carried out successfully, you must first understand the structure of the vehicle's electrical system. You can carry out the procedure in question yourself, as well as connecting the fog lights.

A single-wire circuit is the basis for the electrical equipment of the Lada Priora VAZ 2170 model. The negative terminals of consumers and sources of electricity are connected to the ground. The car body acts as a second wire. A multi-wire circuit is typical for the electrical circuits of the engine control system. Through the electronic control unit they are connected to the ground of the machine.

The combined ignition switch is designed for switching the main circuits of the VAZ 2170. It consists of a mechanical anti-theft device with a lock and a contact part. With the help of external lighting, the fog light and external lighting switches are combined into a control unit. The following elements are located on the dashboard console trim:

Hazard switch;
Rear window heating switch;
Switch for operating modes of the electric heater fan.

The steering column switch unit consists of a windshield washer, a windshield wiper, turn indicators and headlight switches. High-power electrical consumers are switched on using electromagnetic relays.

If you do not know how to change a low beam lamp on a VAZ 2170, you should familiarize yourself with the step-by-step instructions and, above all, the points that should be taken into account when working.

Things to remember:

Any repair of the Lada Priora that concerns the electrical equipment of the car should be carried out only after you disconnect the battery. It can only be connected when the ignition is turned off.
Do not check the serviceability of the circuits for a spark when checking the circuits of electrical equipment, otherwise the elements of the electrical equipment of the car.
Do not use fuses that are not designed for use in the vehicle or are rated for too high a current. Also, wire cannot be used instead of fuses.
When replacing fuses, it is strictly forbidden to use screwdrivers, since a short circuit may occur in the electrical circuits.
It is strongly recommended not to disconnect the battery while the engine is running, to prevent the voltage regulator from becoming damaged and to prevent damage to electronic equipment.
The low and high beam lamps in the Lada Priora are halogen, so you cannot touch them, since grease stains cause a certain degree of darkening of the windows.
It is better to replace LED low beam lamps while wearing clean gloves. Wipe the surface of the lamp with a clean cloth treated with alcohol if you accidentally touch it.
Over time, the lamp may darken, therefore, the light output will decrease. That is why the low beam lamp must be replaced regularly. Don't wait until it burns out.

Do-it-yourself Lada Priora headlight adjustment video instructions

Any car must have its headlights adjusted correctly. If a car has problems with its headlights, it can blind the driver driving oncoming vehicles, leading to serious traffic accidents. At best, such a problem will significantly reduce visibility on the road.

It is recommended to check the correct adjustment of the headlights once a year or every time when replacing a light bulb or repairing the front body part. It is worth noting that self-adjustment of the car’s headlights is considered temporary and can be carried out until the car is serviced in a specially equipped workshop.

If your vehicle's headlights are not adjusted correctly, this can pose a serious safety hazard at night.

This especially applies to cars that have xenon installed. In order to prevent an emergency and not disturb other road users, the headlights should be adjusted correctly in a timely manner. Let’s look at how to do this yourself using the Lada Priora car as an example.

Necessary tool

To adjust the headlights on a Lada Priora you will need:

hex bit 6 mm;
plywood;
chalk;
roulette;
pressure gauge

Progress

First of all, we park the Priora car on a flat area five meters from a flat wall. Fill the tank with fuel until it is full and use a pressure gauge to equalize the pressure in the wheels. After inspecting the headlights, thoroughly wash them from contamination. We check that the headlight bulbs are working properly. If necessary, we install new ones.
After the preparatory procedures, we proceed to adjustment. We move the lighting width control lever to position “0”. This position corresponds to the load of the vehicle with the driver. Turn off the lights and rock the car from side to side. Thanks to the rocking, all suspension elements will take a standard position. We ask a colleague (about the same weight as you) to sit in the driver’s seat of the car.
For further adjustment, draw a special marking on a flat wall. The center line should be drawn so that the distance from the center of each headlight to the axle is identical. We mark the centers of each headlight with dots on the wall and draw two lines vertically through them. Draw a straight line between the lines and mark it with the letter “A”. Below, at a distance of 12 and 22 centimeters, draw two more lines in parallel.
With the low beam on, close one of the headlights. The top point of the light spot from the headlight should coincide no higher than the horizontal center line. Also, the boundaries of the light beam of the fog lights are located along the same line.
We make sure that the intersection of the inclined and horizontal sections of the boundaries of the light fluxes (at the point where the light beam breaks) coincides with a line that is drawn vertically and passes through the point marked as the center of the headlight. If deviations in the luminous flux are detected, we adjust the headlights with a hexagon of 6 millimeters by rotating the horizontal and vertical position screws. These screws are located under the hood in the headlights.

Connector connecting the headlight unit (10 terminals) on a VAZ Priora

Dear customers, in order to avoid errors when sending the AX-436 connecting block to the VAZ 2170 headlight unit with wires, in the “Comment” line, indicate for which headlight unit, your car model, year of manufacture.
In any car, optics play an important role, since the driver’s safety depends on the quality of road surface lighting at night. Accordingly, because of this, many car enthusiasts periodically check their headlights to ensure better illumination.

Block headlight of a Lada Priora produced before 2013:

1 — low beam lamp cover; 2 — screw for adjusting the headlight beam in the horizontal plane; 3 - ventilation valve; 4 — direction indicator lamp socket; 5 — screw for adjusting the headlight beam in the vertical plane; 6 — cover of high beam and side beam lamps; 7 - electrical connector.

When replacing the headlight unit on VAZ 2170 cars, the car enthusiast usually saw a depressing picture: all the insulation was tanned, the contacts were oxidized and the wire strands broke after replacement, the surface on the headlight unit crumbled and there was no proper contact.

The reason for this is the daily load on the front headlight units: overheating of the contact part due to the small cross-section and long-term operation.

Connector AX-436 with wiring assembly, which is an element of the engine compartment harness, is designed to connect to the wiring harness of the VAZ 2170 / Priora front headlight unit and provide power to the high and low beam lamps, as well as the side light lamp in the front headlight unit of cars of the VAZ 2170 family.

Wiring harness for VAZ 2170 / Priora front headlight unit until 2013. (old model) and wiring harness for VAZ 2170 / Priora front headlight unit after 2013. (new sample) are not interchangeable.

The AX-436 connector with headlight generator harness wires is highly resistant to adverse environmental influences (high humidity, saline solutions, oil, gasoline and their fumes, aggressive detergents). The connector with Cargen wires uses wires with copper cores with a cross-section from 0.5 mm to 6 mm.

The AX-436 connector with wires in VAZ 2170 cars satisfies the needs of consumers and complies with the requirements of GOST R51814.1-2004 (ISO/TU 16949:2002).

Replacing the block with wires AX-436, located in the engine compartment and being an element of the headlight generator harness for connecting the front headlight unit, through connector 2170-3711010РХ in cars of the VAZ 2170 family, can be done independently, without contacting specialized service services.

Since the headlights have different connector assemblies depending on the year of manufacture, we ask you to indicate the model of your car, the year of manufacture of the car in order to avoid errors when ordering “In the cart/in the order comment line” For example, “VAZ 2170, 2014.”

Other article numbers of the product and its analogues in catalogues: AX-436.

VAZ 2170.

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How to independently replace the headlight generator harness connector connecting the headlight unit on a VAZ 2170 family car.

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Adjusting Priora headlights using a corrector

cracks and breaks in the body;
breakdown in the electrical connectors of the headlight;
damage to reflectors;
defects in fasteners;
clouding of the optics (the headlight sweats or becomes dirty).

Replacing a headlight is one of the activities after which it is impossible to do without adjusting the lighting fixtures, since the light must be properly dispersed. Headlight leveling plays a decisive role in improving driving safety. Therefore, knowing how to replace front or rear lights is only half of the whole replacement process, where an important role is also played by how to adjust new headlights correctly.

With the right approach, the process of replacing headlights is not difficult.

It is important to follow the exact sequence of actions when disassembling and assembling the flashlight

At the level of the middle of the headlights, draw a horizontal line on the wall (L. 1), approximately 65-75mm. Below we draw a line (l. 2). Two vertical lines in the middle of each headlight (l. A) (l. B), another vertical line strictly in the middle between them. There should be 1 person in the car, the tire pressure should be within normal limits and be the same everywhere.

Phillips screwdriver;
round screwdriver;
screwdriver;
ruler;
pencil.

To adjust the headlights, you need to park the car close to the wall and turn on the low beam mode. After this, you should alternately mark the centers of the traces of the two headlights and the centers of their symmetry. Connect the dots to form a straight horizontal line. The second line should be drawn parallel to the first, but with an interval of 5-12 cm, and the third - at a distance of 22 cm from the first. In addition to horizontal lines, it is necessary to draw a strictly vertical line through the center points of the headlights and the car.

Removing the front headlight units on a Lada Priora car is carried out to repair or replace them if restoration is impossible, as well as when carrying out other work in which the presence of headlights will interfere with the progress of their implementation. To carry out repair work, prepare a standard set of tools and perform the following sequence of actions:

De-energize the vehicle by disconnecting the negative terminal from the battery.
Dismantle the front bumper, as it will interfere with further work.

We press out the plastic clips and disconnect the block with power wires from the headlight unit.
Next, use a spanner wrench to unscrew the front lower and side bolts securing the headlight to the car body.

Now you need to remove the decorative headlight cover. To do this, use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the four screws that secure it.

We unscrew the remaining upper mounting bolts and remove the headlight unit from the car.
Make any necessary repairs or replacements, then perform installation in reverse order.

At this point, the repair work to remove the front headlight unit on the Lada Priora car has been completed.

How to remove a headlight on a Priora without unscrewing the bumper

When carrying out any kind of tuning, installation, or dismantling of the main lighting fixtures, you will inevitably have to remove the entire light fixtures. Before installing the front and rear lighting devices, be sure to disconnect the wire from the terminal and the wiring harness going to the lighting unit itself. Dismantling the front bumper completely is not necessary; it will be enough to disconnect the upper part of one side from the car body. Thus, installation of front optical modules will be simpler and less labor-intensive. What tools will you need?

How to adjust headlights on a VAZ-2110? Do-it-yourself adjustment of VAZ-2110 headlights

From 365news.biz

May 14, 2019

To ensure safe driving, the headlights must be adjusted correctly. Every car owner should know how to adjust the headlights on a VAZ-2110. You can make the adjustment without removing the element from the machine - for this there are special screws with which the light beam is adjusted in the vertical plane. The beam is adjusted in a similar way on models 2111, 2112. Even more modern models LADA Granta and LADA Priora have such settings.

How to disassemble a headlight

In order to adjust the VAZ-2110 headlights with your own hands, you need to get rid of all defects in them: repair, replace glass, lamp, reflector. The disassembly procedure is as follows:

Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery. If the battery is in the way, you can remove it completely.
Remove the glass by heating it with a hairdryer. This way you will be able to melt the adhesive that is underneath.
Cut a small U-shaped profile on the lens.
Remove the reflector made of paper. To do this, you will need to unscrew three bolts from the back side.
There is a spring near the hydraulic corrector; it needs to be removed. Together with it, the “roses” are dismantled - plastic clips attached to the reflector.
Snap the ball onto the edge of the reflector.
Snap the metal spool to prevent the regulator from unscrewing.

If the hydraulic corrector is tightened too much, this will simply cause the limiter to become deformed. In this case, a ball will come out of the plastic holder, and the entire optical system will fall down.

Features of removing headlights

It is necessary to take into account that if you twist the corrector, you will have to replace the steel part with a rubber gasket. The problem is that the steel element of the corrector breaks and becomes deformed, which affects the work. This is not the best option, since when installing the rubber gasket it is difficult to understand when the headlights are in their extreme positions.

To prevent light loss, you will need to re-twist the corrector. Therefore, when adjusting the VAZ-2110 headlights with your own hands, you will need to install an additional lock. A wire cotter pin is ideal. It is placed in the petals of a plastic “rose”. Be sure to be careful when disassembling the headlight unit. Before using for the first time, clean all surfaces of excess sealant. If necessary, coat the glass around the entire perimeter with sealant.

How to disassemble a headlight, rules for performing the procedure

Pinout of Lada Priora comfort block

No matter what car the headlight on is broken (on Kalina, on Priora or another vehicle), the rules for disassembling the mentioned device look like this:

The sealing compound should be heated evenly, relative to the entire perimeter of the lighting fixture. At the same time, the maximum heating temperature of the sealant is 3000 degrees. Otherwise, the device may be damaged.

The distance between the hair dryer and the headlight housing should be 20 millimeters. This value is considered optimal.

Avoid applying significant force when working with a car light. This is due to the comparative fragility of the material from which the device is made. When removing the headlight, you must turn off the power supply to the vehicle. Such actions will prevent a short circuit.

At the same time, you should be guided by the information contained in the instructions for the vehicle.

Painting headlights

Tuning the front and rear lights on a Priora is not limited to increasing the aperture ratio. They can be tinted. But this does not mean that you need to paint the glass - the light will simply become cloudy. The tinting effect is obtained due to a change in the color of the substrate. This is done using high temperature paint.

This is done in the following order:

The entire block is removed and the backing is removed;
Wipe off the chrome from the substrate (zero polish will help). Cover the substrate with two or three layers of primer and wait about an hour;
Apply 4-5 layers of paint over the primer, wait for each layer to dry;
Assemble the block lights, close all the cracks to prevent fogging;
After painting, all that remains is to adjust them. The main thing is that the light is not too dim and does not cause inconvenience when driving.

Adjustment after any modification of the optics is performed as follows:

Place the car at a distance of 5 m from a flat wall (for example, opposite the garage);
Set the adjusting screws under the hood to “0”. Put a person of similar height behind the wheel;
The headlights are adjusted one by one; while one is being adjusted, the second one is closed;
The clear edge of the light should be 10 mm below the top edge of the headlight.

How to disassemble a fog light

Everything is quite simple here. It is necessary to remove the lamp from the car. Then remove the sealant using a powerful hair dryer and a mounting knife. After this, you need to disconnect the glass from the body. This can be done using a screwdriver or knife.

Removing sealant from taillights can also be done using a hair dryer

When removing the fog lamp, the battery should also be disconnected.

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Replacing Priora headlight glass

In general, I recently noticed that the headlight, which was left without a protective coating, began to turn yellow. Not only is it cracked, but also yellowed

This won’t work. I looked for used headlights on Avito, but found nothing. There were options, but for 2500, which is expensive for a used one, in my opinion. Therefore, I decided to change the glass. This is the cheapest option. I removed the headlight. I found a suitable cardboard box and placed the headlight in it. I made a hole in the box and put a soldering gun in it. You can use construction. It turned out to be an improvised oven.

We will show you how to quickly and easily disassemble the headlight and replace the glass in a LADA Priora car with your own hands. The reason for this repair is that the headlight is sweating, most likely water is getting in from somewhere. Ideally, a hair dryer is needed for this work, but since we do everything at home, we will make do with improvised means.

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The headlight needs to be wrapped in some kind of cotton fabric, in the video this role is played by ordinary underpants, and put it in an oven preheated to 170 degrees for 15 minutes. First, we take out the staples and cover the glass with masking tape so as not to scratch it. We take the headlamp out of the oven using gloves, as it is very hot. Then, using a regular flat-head screwdriver, we begin to dismantle the glass. As you can see in the video, it can be removed quite easily. Then we will put the same glass on the sealant.

Backup video: analysis of the Lada Priora headlight block, glass replacement:

The headlights on the Lada Priora are non-separable, so to replace glass or a light bulb you need to buy a new one or somehow disassemble the old one. The second option requires effort, time, and some experience. Headlights for these cars are also manufactured by Bosch.

The headlight block consists of 2 parts, held together with strong sealant or glue. To disassemble the Priora headlight, you will need a household hair dryer, which can be used to heat the glued joint and melt the sealant. Thanks to this, you will be able to separate the 2 parts of the headlight unit.

Removing the headlight to replace the glass

On top of the front light there is a plate covering it - a casing. It is secured with 3 screws to the upper cross member of the engine compartment. After removing it, you will have access to the upper mounting bolt of the Priora headlight. Since the bumper has already been removed, all that remains is to unscrew the top and 2 bottom screws. That's it, you can carefully move the headlight forward and disconnect the control wire harness from the connector. The Priora headlight has been removed. You can disassemble and replace the glass.

How to change the glass on a Priora headlight

One of the main disadvantages of the Lada Priora is the ill-conceived design of the headlights; they are inseparable, therefore, to replace glass in headlights or incandescent lamps, you need to take the latest headlight or turn off and disassemble the old one. “Come to our brother. not the first time,” as they say, there were more complex cases. But despite this question, how to disassemble a spotlight on a Priora is a big problem. The thing is, it takes a lot of time and effort, as well as some experience. The Priora has headlights from two manufacturers: Kirzhach and BOSCH. The first one is even more difficult to make out, but it can still be done. Now I'll tell you how to do it right so you don't have to buy new lights.

The headlight consists of 2 parts, which are held together with a very strong sealant or glue. To disassemble a Prior headlight, you will need a household hair dryer to heat the glue, after which the sealant melts and becomes watery, allowing you to separate the two parts of the headlight assembly.

How to disassemble a Lada Priora headlight. step by step guide

2. Take a hair dryer, heat it to 250° and heat the joint as in the photo. Heat the sealant around the headlight moderately until it melts.

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Notes: Several "masters" when disassembling Priora headlights recommend cutting the plastic board that runs along the edge of the headlight. This will certainly simplify the process, but, as practice shows, this is not the last need, it can only be slightly bent. If the joint is completely warm, then the headlights can be "open" without damaging the headlight housing.

3. When the headlight assembly connection warms up, carefully separate the front section while continuing to warm up. BOSCH headlights also require four mounting brackets.

4. After disassembling the headlight, it is necessary to clean the surface of the sealant and other third-party components. To do this, I recommend using a utility knife and fine sandpaper.

5. After completing the repair work (replacing the headlight glass, replacing the lamp, reflector, etc.), assembly is performed in the reverse order.

6. Apply sealant to the joint and align the two parts of the headlight assembly.

7. Then secure the headlight in this position to seal the resin. For better effect, I recommend wrapping the headlight with adhesive film and then with adhesive tape, this will create a "push" effect, this connection will be more effective. If you just wrap it with duct tape, you'll have an obstacle when removing it, and then you'll need to wash off the adhesive from the tape left on the surface of the headlight. As for the film, it is simply cut, connected to the tape.

Why do Priora headlights sweat?

The most common problem with the optics of domestic cars is moisture getting inside. The headlight sweats due to loss of sealing of the unit. The back cover has lost its tight fit relative to the surface of the case. To fix the problem, it is better to remove it entirely. Open all existing plugs and dry thoroughly in a warm, dry room. Seal the gaps between the covers and the body (use different types of seals, silicones, sealants). Some car enthusiasts advise spraying a small amount of alcohol inside. After drying, reassemble and install on board your car.

Video on replacing the headlight unit on a Lada Priora car

This procedure was clearly carried out using the example of Priora specifically for this article.

Lada Priora is a very good car, but very often the owners have a desire to change something in the appearance of the car, for example, tuning the optics. Often there may be an urgent need for changes, for example, you need to replace the headlights on a Priora. For those who decide to do this procedure on their own, without the help of a professional mechanic, it will be useful to familiarize yourself with the recommendations presented below. Let's look at what are the reasons for replacing a headlight and how to do it yourself. Below are instructions on how to disassemble the headlight and adjust it correctly.

How can you improve the performance and appearance of flashlights?

Taillights and headlights on Priora are the devices that are most frequently subject to changes. The goal is to give the car individuality and expand the functionality of standard optical devices. Tuning options:

Eyelashes are linings that visually change the shape of the front optics and the appearance of the car. Automotive eyelashes are made of plastic, tint film or seclomat (fiberglass) with epoxy resin.
Angel eyes are luminous rings, placed in reflectors, installed in car optics, and emit light that is pleasant to the eye. Clearly visible during the day, they can be used as DRLs or as markers. Available in LED, neon or cluster versions.
Rear diode lights with a plastic lens duplicate all the functions of factory products - LED dimensions, brake light, turn signal, PTF. Changing them is not difficult - a standard connection connector and 4 fastening nuts.
Xenon on Priora. Its advantages are best demonstrated when there are bi-xenon lenses on the car. Lensed glass will help avoid dazzling oncoming cars and ensures the formation of the correct beam of light. Bi-xenon lenses with angel eyes look impressive and modern. They are suitable for all types of car lamp sockets. Installation in a standard base without changing the design of the reflector is acceptable. To install, remove the outer glass of the headlight and replace the lens.
Tinting. This is done using a tint film or varnish. Using the first one, you can carry out partial tinting of individual elements.

A large assortment of lights for Priora allows each car owner to choose what best suits his taste. Modern external vehicle lighting perfectly illuminates the road day and night in any weather, demonstrating a truly high level of quality and reliability. In the event of a malfunction, most of the work can be done on your own if you have the knowledge, but to maintain the warranty, you should contact a service station.

Priora car headlight: Bosch and Kirzhach - what is the difference

Let's highlight two manufacturers (not taking into account the copies of Chinese origin) that have a number of differences. Popularly known as kirzhach, bosh. There is a significant difference between them: Kirzhach - a corrugated inner surface of the well, a cast low-beam lamp reflector without a cutout, glass (plastic) attached with a refractory sealant. The marker lamp is located at the bottom of the reflector well. Two separate plugs for the rear of the optical device. The device from the Bocsh brand has a smooth inner surface of the well, a low-beam lamp reflector with a cutout, and a low-melting sealant is used to fix the glass (plastic). The size lamp is placed in the upper part of the well; one plug from the rear of the lighting unit is used. Minor differences in design, quality of parts, presence of a chrome-plated rim of the signal amplifier of the rotary element. The number of taillight design variations available to the buyer is numerous.

The main reasons for replacing and adjusting headlights

cracks and breaks in the body;
breakdown in the electrical connectors of the headlight;
damage to reflectors;
defects in fasteners;
clouding of the optics (the headlight sweats or becomes dirty).

With the right approach, the process of replacing headlights is not difficult.

It is important to follow the exact sequence of actions when disassembling and assembling the flashlight

The front headlights on the VAZ Lada Priora cause a lot of inconvenience to the owners of these domestic cars. The fact is that in the event of any breakdown (the headlight glass bursts, the light bulb burns out, the headlight reflector becomes dirty), you will need to replace the entire headlight, and not just the failed part - the Lada Priora has non-separable headlights.

If necessary, and if you feel like a real craftsman, the “non-separable” headlights of the Lada Priora can still be disassembled. The following is step-by-step instructions on how to remove the headlight of a Lada Priora and how to disassemble it. Although it will take a lot of time and effort, you can save a lot on repairs. There is almost nothing in minor car repairs that, with some experience, cannot be done at home.

The first thing you need to know on the topic of “Lada Priora headlights” is that they are mainly installed in two places in Kirzhach and German. Disassembling autosfet headlights is somewhat more complicated, but the process is approximately the same. Lada Priora fog lights and taillights of Lada Priora are not so expensive that you need to spend time opening and repairing them. It's easier to go out and buy new headlights. But still, almost any headlight can be opened using the method described below.

The front headlights themselves of the Lada Priora structurally consist of two parts - the body (with a light bulb and a reflector) and the headlight glass, which is attached to the body using a special sealant (glue). When disassembling the headlight, the most difficult stage is melting the glue and removing the glass cover from the headlight. A construction hair dryer is used to heat and melt the glued joint. Under the influence of high temperature, the sealant turns into a liquid state and can be separated.

To work you need:

Phillips screwdriver and 10mm wrench;
construction hair dryer;
sandpaper, stationery knife;
tape and cling film;
new headlight parts.

How to disassemble a headlight, working with the front light

VAZ Priora 2171 MT 98 hp 217130-139-0323 2013 Station wagon. Lada 217130 photo

Using a hair dryer heats up the sealing compound in the headlight well

When dismantling the headlight on a foreign or domestic car (VAZ 2107, 2109, 2114), you should remove the front fender liner along the required side. After this, you need to dismantle the cover of the bracket hole on which the radiator is fixed. Then you need to remove the lining and the bumper reinforcement.

Upon completion of these steps, the headlight unit itself is dismantled. Next, the following manipulations are carried out:

heating the sealant;
detaching the glass from the body.

When the above operations are completed, you can begin to directly replace the required parts. When assembling the lantern, you must ensure that all components are installed correctly.

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We learn to change headlights and adjust their light on a Priora without outside help

Optics on a car is one of the components of the safety of the driver and passengers; visibility on the road depends on its quality. Like any car part, the optics on a Lada Priora car sometimes require replacement. The article describes the reasons for replacing optics, how to properly replace and adjust the headlights on a Priora.

The main reason why optics are replaced is their failure and the inability to perform their functions: high-quality road lighting. In addition, the lamps in the lanterns are changed. Bosch lamps are in demand. Bosch brand xenon produces better quality light and has a longer service life.

Bosch xenon lamps

Optics should be changed for the following reasons:

the headlight sweats, its ventilation is impaired;
cracks, chips on glass;
reflector malfunction;
faults in electrical connectors;
defects in fasteners;
tuning

During the replacement process, you can not only restore the functionality of the flashlight, but also improve its performance characteristics by replacing halogens with xenon. Using xenon in lamps, the driver receives better lighting. At the same time, tuning of the headlights is also carried out: lens glass is installed, black headlights look impressive. LED lamps are installed in the parking lamps, as well as in fog lamps.

Front lights with lenses

To make your car tuned, you need to know how to remove the front and rear optics.

Replacing headlights from A to Z

The toolkit for the procedure for replacing headlights on a car consists of:

socket wrench to “10”;
Phillips screwdriver;
flat screwdriver.

Replacing a headlight on a Priora begins with disconnecting the negative terminal of the battery (the author of the video is the channel In Sandro's Garage).

Before removing the headlight on a Priora, you need to remove the bumper. Then you need to remove the headlight covers from above. Next, pressing the latch, the block with wires is disconnected. When the headlights are removed, you can change the bulbs, for example, with Bosch xenon ones. The glass version of the optics can be replaced with a lens one.

The rear lights of Priora 2 are removed in the same way. The upholstery is dismantled and the wires are disconnected. Now you can remove the rear lights of Priora 2.

Tail lights on Priora

To disassemble and replace the headlight glass, you will need the following materials and tools:

industrial dryer;
thin screwdriver;
new glass;
new lamp;
sealant.

Before disassembling the headlights on the Priora, you need to place them on a clean, dry surface. Then heat the glass until the sealant begins to melt. Next, the glass should be pryed off with a screwdriver and separated from the body. The next step is to remove the old sealant.

Before changing the light bulb and replacing the headlight glass, the seat must be lubricated with a fresh layer of sealant. Then the glass is carefully placed and pressed firmly. After 12 hours you can assemble the lantern.

Features of headlight adjustment

To adjust the optics, the machine must be placed on a flat horizontal surface.

It is advisable to place an assistant in the driver's seat or place a load weighing about 75 kg. The vehicle's tires should be well inflated and the tank at least half full to bring its weight closer to the weight at which it is driven daily.

The adjustment is carried out on a vertical wall or stand on which markings are applied. To correctly adjust the optics, it should be possible to move away from the wall at a distance of 5-10 meters. This makes it possible to create an imitation of lighting on the road.

Wall marking scheme

To apply markings, you need to place the car closer to the wall and turn on the low beam. Then you need to alternately mark the center of the trace from each headlight and the centers of their symmetry. By connecting these points, we get a horizontal line. Then, below, two more lines should be drawn in parallel. The second is at a distance of 5-12 cm, and the third is at a distance of 22 cm from the first. In addition, you need to draw vertical lines through the center points of the car and the lights.

After turning on the light, you need to ensure that the top point of the light is on the second line. The adjustment is made using an electric headlight adjuster. The adjusted light will illuminate the road well and will not blind oncoming drivers.

By learning how to remove, disassemble and adjust optics, you can save on maintenance at a car service center.

Video “Universal headlight adjustment”

This video demonstrates how to adjust the headlights on a car with your own hands (the author of the video is an inquisitive person).

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How to remove a taillight on a Priora and glue vinyl

Car enthusiasts often have a desire to highlight the uniqueness of the vehicle on the road in every possible way. To achieve the goal, the owners are upgrading the taillights on the Priora. They change the color of the vinyl film glued on top and install additional LEDs. Additional modifications to the design of the light signaling system must comply with safety standards.

It will be easier to work by removing the rear light. What is not difficult:

You need to disconnect the wiring connector going to the light on the trunk side;
unscrew the three plastic wing nuts;
remove the lantern;
pull out the wires along with the rubber seal through the mounting hole.

That's it, the lantern is removed, you can put the lantern in the reverse order. Before dismantling or installing the lamp, it is recommended to disconnect the wire from the terminal. Pasting vinyl is a procedure somewhat similar to the process of tinting car windows. You need to remove dirt, wash the glass of the lantern, remove greasy stains and stains using window cleaners. Cut a piece of vinyl of the required size (with a small margin), moisten the surface of the lantern with a soap solution (without fanaticism). Glue the prepared piece of vinyl, removing the protective layer, remove air bubbles, and remove excess moisture. The remaining vinyl around the edges of the tail light can be cut off with a sharp utility knife.

Danger of fogging

If the headlights sweat from the inside, the danger for the driver and pedestrians is obvious: the illumination of the road is distorted. In addition to safety issues, the defect will not allow the driver to pass inspection. According to traffic regulations, any malfunctions in the lighting system are excluded. In addition, a sweating part will lead to the following problems:

Corrosion of the internal parts of the block.
A halogen lamp may burst if a drop of moisture falls on its heated surface.
The electrical wiring contacts will short out if a large amount of condensate systematically accumulates in the part.
The appearance of the car suffers: foggy optics are simply ugly.

Today there are enough ways to dry a headlight in the garage without removing it or with dismantling and complete self-diagnosis of the glass and housing. In 70 cases out of 100, simply re-gluing the structure is enough to restore the insulation. If the unit is damaged after a strong impact, it is better to replace the optics with a new one.

We learn to change headlights and adjust their light on a Priora without outside help

Bosch xenon lamps

Optics should be changed for the following reasons:

the headlight sweats, its ventilation is impaired;
cracks, chips on glass;
reflector malfunction;
faults in electrical connectors;
defects in fasteners;
tuning

Front lights with lenses

To make your car tuned, you need to know how to remove the front and rear optics.

Replacing headlights from A to Z

The toolkit for the procedure for replacing headlights on a car consists of:

socket wrench to “10”;
Phillips screwdriver;
flat screwdriver.

Replacing a headlight on a Priora begins with disconnecting the negative terminal of the battery (the author of the video is the channel In Sandro's Garage).

The rear lights of Priora 2 are removed in the same way. The upholstery is dismantled and the wires are disconnected. Now you can remove the rear lights of Priora 2.

Tail lights on Priora

To disassemble and replace the headlight glass, you will need the following materials and tools:

industrial dryer;
thin screwdriver;
new glass;
new lamp;
sealant.

Features of headlight adjustment

To adjust the optics, the machine must be placed on a flat horizontal surface.

Wall marking scheme

By learning how to remove, disassemble and adjust optics, you can save on maintenance at a car service center.

Polishing headlights on Priora

As their service life increases, sand, small stones, dirty water, and road chemicals negatively affect the light conductivity of the outer glass of lighting fixtures, and overall efficiency decreases. The solution will be restoration and polishing of the glass surface. When you decide to polish glass, thoroughly study the technical side of the process, materials, stages of work - everything affects the result. If you are not confident in your abilities, it is better to entrust the work to professionals, otherwise the result of the work done may be worse than the original result. If, nevertheless, you decide to polish the optical devices of your car, first remove the entire module, remove dirt, and protect surfaces that cannot be treated.

For polishing use:

Abrasives;
Sandpaper (1000 - 4000 units);
Circles: felt, fabric, foam rubber;
Polishing pastes.

First, a rough layer of plastic is removed with a depth equal to the depth of chips and scratches. As a result, the protective layer of varnish applied by the manufacturer will be erased, which must be restored after polishing. Applying a special varnish is a rather technically complex process. Another option is to stick a protective film, otherwise the result of your work will disappear in a couple of months. Change the sandpaper to finer sandpaper every 2 - 3 minutes. We monitor the removal of traces left by the previous number of abrasives. After each change of sandpaper, you must thoroughly wash the surface. The dried surface is ready for polishing.

Important: polish the tool used at low speeds to avoid overheating and clouding of the plastic; it will be impossible to restore this.

Using polishing wheels, we bring the glass surface to the desired shine. Polishing is often carried out due to varying degrees of wear on the vehicle's optical devices, for example, one headlight was damaged in an accident and was replaced with a new one.