Fog lights VAZ 2114 and PTF VAZ 2115: which ones are better to install

The vehicle's equipment plays a huge role in the safety of movement, regardless of weather conditions.

Thick fog is one of the most unpleasant manifestations of the weather, which can provoke not only a car stop, but also an accident due to poor visibility of the road.

Installing fog lights allows you to travel in any climate conditions. You can connect the fog lights to a VAZ at a car repair shop, but it is much cheaper to install them yourself.

How to choose PTF

When choosing fog lights, you should pay attention to two parameters:
Color. PTF glasses should be either yellow or milky. Rays of this spectrum are most effective in foggy environments. Moreover, the traffic rules allow the installation of PTFs only in these colors, therefore, by installing blue or other “fog lights”, you can receive an administrative fine for violating the rules.

Advice: with PTF with yellow glasses, it is optimal to use white incandescent lamps. And, accordingly, yellow incandescent lamps are suitable for “foglights” with milky glass.

Marking. The presence of the letter “E” on the headlight (possibly with numbers) indicates that the headlights are certified in the EU. This should be followed by a Latin letter indicating the name and type of the lighting device. For PTF it should be the letter “B”. What is included in the PTF kit

The standard kit for installing fog lights includes:

headlights with bulbs;
set of wires;
electromagnetic relay;
PTF power button;
VAZ 2114 PTF connection diagram.

Installation of PTF on VAZ 2114

There are three ways to install PTF on a car:

Buy a new bumper with installed fog lights. This is the simplest, but most expensive solution. Such a bumper can be purchased at a tuning studio, where they will install it and connect the VAZ 2114 PTF.
Buy a VAZ 2115 bumper, suitable fog lights and install and connect the parts yourself.
Buy suitable PTFs with cladding, embed them into a standard bumper yourself and connect them to the on-board network.

To replace or modify a standard VAZ 2114 bumper, it must be removed from the car. The holes in the bumper should be marked using a stencil and then cut with a jigsaw or drilled. It is necessary to insert and secure the headlight trim (glasses) into the finished holes. The fastening must be done as reliably as possible, since poorly secured fog lights will vibrate when moving, which will shorten their service life. When the headlights are fixed in the bumper, and the bumper itself is installed in its original place, all that remains is to connect the VAZ 2114 PTF.

What's the result?

Taking into account the above information, it becomes clear that the decision to install fog lights on a VAZ 2114 or VAZ 2115 allows you to improve road lighting at night, in difficult weather conditions, etc. As practice shows, the presence of fog lights allows for better illumination of the roadside; when driving in conditions of insufficient natural or artificial lighting, the strain on the driver’s eyes and overall fatigue while driving are noticeably reduced.

The vehicle lighting system consists of a set of instruments and signaling devices that are located inside and outside. PTF or fog lights are included in the lighting system of most modern cars. The VAZ 2114 model is no exception. But most of the cars of the model in question leave the assembly line without PTF. The only exceptions are cars with an expensive configuration.

Considering that the vast majority of car owners purchase the model as standard, there is a need to install PTF 2114 on their own.

Installation methods

Bulbs in the fog lights of the VAZ 2114: approaching the choice correctly
There are several options for equipping your car with a fog light system. The choice depends on your personal preferences and capabilities.

Way	Peculiarities
Buying a bumper with built-in PTF	Such bumpers are bought at a tuning studio, where everything will be connected and connected for you. The disadvantage of this option is the high cost
Buying a bumper from a VAZ 2115 and installing it yourself	To do this, you will have to buy a bumper from an older model, which has holes for fog lights. All that remains is to find a suitable set of PTFs and install them
Purchase of PTF and facing elements - glasses	Today this method is in greatest demand because it allows you to do the installation yourself for little money.

The standard PTF kit includes several elements:

Headlights;
Light bulbs;
Switching relay;
Set of wires;
Connection diagram;
Button to turn on/off PTF.

When choosing a set, pay attention to the fact that the headlights match the shape of the glasses, that is, the facing elements. Standard kit

Standard kit

Today, for VAZ 2114 owners who want to install fog lights, it is recommended to choose rectangular kits from the Kirzhach company. It is used for factory installation of PTF on expensive versions of the model.

Xenon in PTF

Many car owners are thinking about installing xenon lamps in their fog lights. Is it good? Not really.

The thing is that when installing xenon in the PTF, focusing is disrupted. The operating principle of xenon is somewhat different compared to conventional Kirzhach type lamps.

Standard PTFs are designed for certain types of lamps, so they cannot cope with xenon. As a result, excessive reflection is observed in the reflector, rays are refracted, and the light is blurred. Where does this lead? To blind oncoming drivers.

The xenon option is not a practical or successful solution. Therefore, we recommend that you avoid it.

Another option is a combination of xenon and yellow fog lights. You will need H1 xenon bulbs, which are mounted in a bottle cap and only then placed in the headlight. This way the light beam has smoother boundaries, does not blind oncoming traffic, and better illuminates the roads in bad weather. Only after installing this combination lighting, be sure to make sure that your headlights really do not blind oncoming cars.

If oncoming cars stubbornly continue to shine their high beams on you, try adjusting the light beam. If this does not help, it is better to abandon xenon.

Which fog lights to choose

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When choosing fog lights for your car, do not forget that their power, together with the power of other electrical equipment, should not exceed the capabilities of the generator. Otherwise, it is possible not only for the battery to discharge very quickly while driving, but also for problems, and possibly even failure of devices connected to the network.

The most popular and has earned numerous approvals from car enthusiasts is a set of fog lights produced by the Kirzhach company. It provides moderate energy consumption in combination with high-quality light and uniform illumination of the road.

Fog lights VAZ 2114

Speaking about xenon PTFs (which, by the way, many drivers think about), it is worth noting that they consume much more energy, and therefore they are undesirable for the VAZ 2114 with its original generator.

In addition, xenon lamps have a different focusing principle from standard lamps, as a result of which, when they are installed on conventional headlights, the rays are incorrectly refracted, reflected from the road surface and, as a result, blinding drivers of oncoming vehicles.

If you really want, you can try to focus fog lights with xenon headlights (or use yellow headlights), but if this does not give results, then it is better to abandon their use in favor of conventional light bulbs.

PTF adjustment

VAZ 2114, 2115, 2113 technical characteristics. trunk volume of Lada 2114

Standard adjustment is not provided even on cars equipped with PTF. If several years of operation of a car equipped with PTF have passed, or you installed the headlights yourself, the headlights need to be adjusted, because the direction of the light spot will not comply with the rules.

If changing the angles of inclination in the headlight itself is impossible, use gaskets, linings and other devices. A special stand is required to carry out the work. If you wish, you can draw the same grid on the garage as on the stand and adjust the low, high beam and PTF yourself.

PTF connection

There is nothing complicated about installing headlights on the body. They are installed in the standard holes from which the headlights of the previous set or plugs are removed. If holes are not provided, they can be cut out with a knife or drilled in the plastic bumper. It's even easier to attach the headlights to the gap next to the number plate or radiator.

In order not to drill holes in the bumper, you can install a bumper from 2115 with ready-made holes for PTF.

PTF connection

Fog lights should only come on after the side lights. If you find it difficult to find the light signal switching relay and connect the headlights, it is better to contact an auto electrician.

Installation of fog lights

Fuses and relays VAZ 2114, 2115, 2113

The easiest way (but will also be more expensive) is to install a new bumper, which initially has holes for the DRLs. The owner of a VAZ 2114 needs to dismantle the old bumper - remove the fastenings at the top and bottom, and install a new one in its place. To cut holes on a standard bumper, you will need an electronic drill with special attachments or a simple jigsaw, as well as glasses. The process goes like this:

The bumper is removable, you need to apply markings for optics on it under a stencil.
Next, work is carried out with a jigsaw or drill.
When the holes are ready, “glasses” are mounted in them, which are needed to close the cutout. The “glasses” consist of two parts – internal (attached to the bumper from the outside) and external (perform a decorative function).

An excellent visual example of installing PTF

Legal features of installing PTF in Russia

Like a number of other equipment that a car is equipped with, PTFs must be installed in accordance with traffic regulations. According to the rules based on GOST 8769–75, installation of anti-fog optics is allowed in the amount of 2 pieces. On the car they should be located:

no further than 40 cm from the side plane of the car (along the outer edge of the headlight);
not lower than 25 cm from the road surface (along the lower edge of the headlight);
the light openings of the fog lighting devices must be below the top point of the light-transmitting opening of the low-beam headlights;
The visibility angles of the fog lights, within which they are not blocked by any elements of the vehicle, should be: vertically +15–10˚, horizontally +45–10˚.

The PTF should be turned on only in conjunction with the side lights. Modern cars have space for installing such headlights. There are plugs in these places, and they will need to be removed to install the headlights. If there is no specially provided space on the car, you will need to find one.

It is important to follow the installation and connection rules. Only with proper installation can you achieve efficient operation of lighting fixtures

Fog lights on a car must be located in strict accordance with traffic regulations

What requirements must PTFs meet?

When installing fog lights on a car, you need to know the rules that they must comply with:

For the best illumination of the road surface, the optics in question must have a clear upper boundary of the light beam.
If there are no specially designated places on the car for mounting PTFs, they cannot be mounted above the head optics. The best option for their location is as close to the road as possible. A lower location will provide better lighting in bad weather. But a position that is too low will result in the headlight being constantly wet in the rain, and water may get inside.
If the optics are not factory-made, then it is advisable to take them with plugs. This will allow you to use the headlights as needed and significantly extend their service life.
To prevent the optics from becoming cloudy or fogging up, it is recommended to use special processing agents.

As you can understand, installing fog lights does not require any special tools, knowledge or skills. Each car owner can do this procedure independently, adhering to the recommendations described above.

Each car owner, if necessary, can independently install fog lights. The procedure does not require special knowledge and skills. By following a certain sequence of actions and choosing the optimal connection diagram, installing and adjusting the headlights will not be difficult.

Is it worth installing xenon lamps in PTF?

Some motorists are thinking about installing xenon. Is it worth doing? The answer will be negative. The main task performed by fog lights is to illuminate the road directly in front of the vehicle, no more than 15 m. Please note: not a single automaker uses xenon lamps in PTF. The problem is that xenon disrupts focusing. Standard headlights are unable to disperse xenon luminous flux. All this leads to refraction of rays and blinding other road users.

Xenon really gives more light, especially if you use cheap Chinese fakes. Standard PTFs with xenon scatter light across the entire plane, creating the illusion of light and blinding other drivers.

It is necessary to recall that the use of xenon lamps in fog lamps violates GOST standards.

Interesting fact: in Germany, for turning on the PTF in good visibility, a fine of more than 100 euros is imposed. Moreover, in this case we are talking exclusively about standard lamps, without xenon. Therefore, it is recommended to immediately abandon this option.

How to choose foglights VAZ 2115 and PTF VAZ 2114

Let's start with the fact that there are several types of fog lights. More precisely, there are two types: standard and universal PTFs

It is important to understand that their effectiveness greatly depends on the quality of the fogs themselves.

Let's move on. Standard PTFs can be original or analogues. In any case, they are produced for a specific car model, have similar mounts, housing, etc. Such PTFs are the easiest to install, especially if the bumper already has places for installation, covered with plugs.

Universal PTFs have a mount that allows them to be installed on different car models; such fog lights can be installed in the area of plugs on the bumper, on the radiator grille, hung on the bumper, etc.

The disadvantages are the insufficiently bright and strong glow of such lamps, as well as a short service life. At the same time, it is not always possible to replace the blades quickly and easily, taking into account possible difficulties with access (especially if the fogs are installed in standard places).

PTFs with a xenon lamp shine brighter than halogen lamps, the service life is also 50-60 or even 80-100% longer (provided that high-quality lamps are used). However, the cost of the equipment is much higher; for such lamps it is also necessary to install separate ignition units, correctly connect xenon, etc.

Also, brighter xenon light, which is better than halogen lights on a dry road, often provides worse visibility in fog and rain, since the color temperature is slightly different from halogen headlights, even for xenon analogues that are as close in characteristics as possible.

It is also worth noting that the brighter xenon glow can cause blinding oncoming drivers. Taking into account this feature, PTFs with xenon need to be lowered lower, constantly monitor their adjustment, keep the headlights clean and do not turn on the fog lights under normal conditions (when there is no fog, snow or rain).

LED PTFs are more economical in terms of energy consumption and place less load on the battery and wiring. The service life of good quality LED PTFs is usually longer than halogen or xenon ones.

Such fogs shine well (if the product is of high quality), in some cases you can change the temperature of the glow (from white to yellow, etc.). In practice, such PTFs may well perform the function of DRLs during daylight hours.

The downside is the high cost of high quality products. Additional requirements should be taken into account during installation, since in case of installation errors or poor ventilation, the LED headlights can become very hot, which renders them inoperable.

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Hi all. I got excited about the idea of installing good fogs on my car. Before this, there were some Chinese PTFs with a yellow reflector and without a single identifying inscription on the glass. The choice fell, of course, on the factory PTF (Kirzhach or Bosch). Fundamentally, I don’t want to install any Chinese, lensed, etc., etc. analogues, because the light in them is poor. I looked at reviews of both Bosch and Kirzhach - in the end I chose Kirzhach H1. a test during the drive

tumanok, where I compared Kirzhach N1, Kirzhach N3, Bosch N3.

I took 100% original Kirzhach H1 fogs, each in a separate package complete with wires and anthers.

Here are some distinctive features of the original from the self-propelled gun:

1) The first and main sign is the presence of the letter “K” in a circle on the glass 2) Number 202.3743201 Made in Russia, and the so-called “sight” is exactly in the center of the headlight

3) On the glass there is E22 in a circle (middle left) and at the top - 02 B 4) On the glass the number is 02501 H1

5) four screws should be visible through the glass 6) the light diffuser and the metal stop in the center of the glass should be visible through the glass

7) on the back of the headlight on the body there should be stamped 2110-3743010-02 (the last digits may differ - for example - 01) on the back of the PTF on the plastic frame there should be RBRR676512009TU. >PA

Replacing the lamp in the fog lamp on a VAZ 2113, VAZ 2114, VAZ 2115

Fog lights are regarded only as an additional source of light when the main source of light is the head light, so to speak (The head light is the low and high beam of headlights, which shines in cars from the main headlights and not from the fog lights), but the head light is sometimes completely not needed, for example, if you have excellent fog lights, then during the day you can turn them on instead of the main light, well, that’s not even the point, but the whole point is that fog lights (from the name it’s already clear) are made only to illuminate the road during fog, because when there is heavy fog on the street, then there are small particles of water in it, therefore, when the headlight is turned on, it hits these very small particles of water and in connection with this, reflection occurs and thus the light begins to fall on oncoming people drivers are blinded by all this, for example, many drove into fog and many have already seen how, when driving into it, the light dissipates and begins to cover a huge area than it was before driving into the fog, so to prevent this from happening, fog lights were invented, the light from they do not dissipate only for the reason that they are located at the very bottom of the car, and the fog, mainly with small particles of water, flies a certain distance higher from the ground and therefore at the very bottom there is usually very little fog and water particles.

Possible malfunctions and ways to eliminate them

And finally, let’s look at typical faults that can cause PTF failure:

Burnout of lamps. We replace them with new ones (see section above).
The fuses have failed. We open the mounting block and check fuses F8 and F9. If necessary, replace with inserts of the same rating (10 A).
There is no minus power supply to the lamp. We crawl under the bumper and check the wire connecting the PTF lamp to the car body. Either it is torn, or the place where it is clamped under the headlight bolt has simply oxidized.
There is no minus power to the relay. We open the engine compartment and check the wire coming from the 86th contact of the relay to the body. Either it is torn, or the place where it is clamped under the bolt has simply oxidized.
A break or short circuit to the body of the wires supplying the PTF bulbs. In the second case, when replacing the fuse with a working one, the latter immediately burns out. We inspect the PTF power wires, find them, and fix them.
The headlight relay is faulty. We exchange it for a rented one and check it. If everything works, we buy a new relay.
The PTF switch is faulty. We remove it, call a tester, change it.
There is no voltage at the 85th relay contact. We turn on the PTF and measure the voltage with a tester relative to the body. If it is not there, we look for a fault in the mounting block.

On this, perhaps, the conversation about the fog lights of the VAZ 2114 can be completed. Now we know how to install them ourselves, and, if necessary, repair them.

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The main causes of PTF malfunction

The most common reasons why the VAZ 2114 fog lights do not work are as follows:

fuse is blown;
burnt out light bulb(s);
oxidation of contacts occurred;
lost contact with the “mass”;
the button is faulty;
the relay has failed.

In addition, some other, rarer reasons are possible, which we will also consider below.

And so, the very first and most common reason is a blown fuse.

Each of the fog lights has its own fuse, namely F9 and F8 in the block, each of which is designed for a maximum current of 7.5 Amperes. In some cases, it happens that there are no fuses responsible for protecting the fog lights in the common block.

This happens when a car is purchased second-hand, and the PTFs were installed independently by its previous owner. In this case, you should inspect the entrance and the board on which the headlights themselves are located. Very often, during self-installation, the fuse is attached in this place.

VAZ 2114 fuses

If both fog lights do not light up at once, then the problem is most likely not in the fuse, since the failure of two protective elements at once is quite rare.

The next reason why the fog lights on the VAZ 2114 do not light up may be the usual burnout of the light bulbs. In order to check this, just unscrew the old lamps and screw in new ones in their place.

Another, no less common reason (especially in the middle climate) is the oxidation of the contact connectors of the headlights themselves. Very often this causes blinking or intermittent operation of the light bulbs. In order to eliminate this nuisance, it is enough to remove oxides by cleaning the headlight contacts with fine-grain sandpaper or wiping well with WD-40, White Spirit or kerosene.

PTF VAZ 2114 with cartridge

Also, the contact running from the battery negative to the housing (to ground) often oxidizes. If this happens, the joint should be thoroughly cleaned, as described above.

Oxidation of PTF contact

Another reason why the fog lights may not turn on is the failure of the button located on the front panel of the car, which is used to turn on the PTF. You can check its functionality in two ways: connect a new button (if you have one) and try to turn on the headlights, or ring the button with a multimeter. If the button turns out to be damaged, it should be replaced with a new one, since it is practically not repairable.

PTF power button

Failure of the relay may also be the reason why the rear fog lights of the VAZ 2114 do not work. It is checked in the same way as a button - by testing the contact legs or replacing the relay with a new one. If it turns out that it has become unusable, it should also be replaced.

PTF relay VAZ 2114

Criterias of choice

To decide which fog lights to install on the VAZ 2114, you need to know the correct selection criteria.

Durable housing. In the conditions of Russian roads, the headlight housing must be made of material resistant to damage and temperature changes. It is better that the design includes plugs. Reliable fastenings and the presence of wires, relays and fasteners included. Wide light spot, uniform light distribution and minimal losses due to scattering and refraction. Adjustment and adjustment of the light spot vertically and horizontally. No dazzling of oncoming drivers. Easy replacement of a burnt out lamp

When purchasing, pay attention to the lamp replacement instructions section. The easier and faster it can be changed, the less time will need to be spent if the lamp burns out at the most inopportune moment

Ideally, after replacing the lamp, no further adjustment is required. Economical. When choosing headlights, try not to put unnecessary stress on the wiring and generator. In most cases, lamps up to 55 W will be sufficient. Thick durable lenses. Good aerodynamic performance. Compliance with machine design.

LED PTF VAZ 2114

The lineup

Having decided on the criteria, you can choose fog lights for the VAZ 2114, which ones are better and of higher quality.

Of the existing PTFs, the following models are most often installed on the VAZ 2114:

VAZ;
Autosvet (Kirzhach);
Bosch;
Hella;
Chinese PTF.

Tuning PTF for VAZ 2114

The 2114 is equipped with both standard headlights from the latest modifications of Samara, and headlights from the Niva, Chevrolet Niva, Lada Priora and other models.

Avtosvet (Kirzhach) headlights are considered optimal in terms of quality and cost, but when purchasing, you need to check them so that the headlights do not turn out to be fake.

If you install Bosch headlights, they must be additionally sealed in the area of the bolts under the glass, otherwise water may get under the headlights.

Hella headlights are considered to have the best performance, but they are expensive.

PTF Hella

Chinese headlights are cheaper than all analogues. They are mainly used as a replacement for low beams to indicate navigation lights during daylight hours.

Installation

The PTF installation process can be divided into three main stages:

Installation of headlights;
Network connection;
Functionality check.

So now we will talk about each stage separately.

Installing headlights

We will consider the option of installing PTF on a standard bumper. Therefore, it does not have holes for new optics. You will have to do them yourself.

To work you will need a certain set of tools and materials:

File;
Drill and drill bits;
Electric jigsaw;
Roulette;
Marker.

Connection elements

Now directly about work.

First of all, remove the bumper. Work is performed only if it is disconnected from the seat.
Remove all dirt from the bumper.
Make markings for the installation of future fog optics.
It is best to mount the headlights slightly to the side of the lower air intake. Try to place the PTF strictly under the main optics of your car.
For decorative glasses that have outer and inner halves, make markings. The outer half is decorative, and the inner half is designed to fix the outer part and headlights.
The outer part of the glasses has a protrusion on the inside. With this mounting protrusion, the element should fit into the hole made in the bumper.
To determine the optimal dimensions, you should measure the landing protrusion. This way you can make the appropriate markings on your bumper.
Using an electric jigsaw, holes of the required size and location are cut.
Use a file to file the cut areas.
The outer part of the glasses should eventually fit tightly into the hole.
Fog lights are mounted in the resulting holes. For this purpose, the kit includes special mounting bolts.
Attach decorative glasses to the top of the headlights. The bumper can then be returned to its place.

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Connection

Together with the PTF, a diagram for connecting the devices must be attached. It is not complicated, so even a beginner will be able to understand all the nuances of connecting the components to each other.

You will need to embed the wiring from the foglights into the mounting block, which is located in the engine compartment to the right of the windshield. To do this, just unscrew the bolts from the block, lift it and find the pads marked Ш7 and Ш8.

These blocks are used to connect fog lights, although these lighting devices are not installed standard at the factory. Wiring from the headlights and from the fog lamp relay, which is provided in the purchased PTF kit, is connected to these blocks.

Your job is to make the correct connection. This is done according to the following scheme:

The output wire from pin 87 is ground, so you need to connect it to the car body;
Pin number 85 goes to the block marked Ш7 and is connected to connector number 17;
Pins numbered 30 and 86 go to block Ш8. In this case, connect pin 30 to connector 8, and lead 86 to connector number 1;
Having installed the headlights, stretch the positive wire through the engine compartment, as they are connected to the Ш8 block. But these wires need to be inserted into connectors numbered 2 and 3;
Now connect the block to the mounting block, and return the block to its place;
Select an area near the block where the fog light relay will be installed.

Connection result

Button

Now all you have to do is connect the control system for your PTFs. Included with the fog lights is a corresponding button, which will stand on the panel in the seat provided by the manufacturer.

PTF button

The manufacturer, that is, AvtoVAZ, provided for this. Therefore, under the panel you will find a control block. The panel is removed, the corresponding block is located and the button is connected to it. That's it, the controls are ready.

Examination

The last stage is to check the functionality of your PTFs.

To check the efficiency of the lighting devices, turn on the headlights on your VAZ 2114, then press the button to turn on the fog lights. When the lights are turned off, even if the fog lights button is pressed, they should still go out.

The importance of PTF is difficult to overestimate. They help you see the road better during fog, rain, and snow. Moreover, fog lights are designed to improve the visibility of your car to oncoming and behind vehicles. Therefore, we strongly recommend installing PTF not only in front, but also in the rear.

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Installing headlights

VAZ 2114 instrument panel: finding out what's what

Before proceeding with installation, the bumper should be dismantled and thoroughly cleaned of dirt. After this, you need to make markings, having previously selected the location of the future fog lights. The best option is to install them directly under the headlights.

The holes for the PTF should be marked taking into account the size of the “glasses” - decorative plastic elements mounted around the headlights. They consist of two parts - outer and inner, fastened together and thus holding the headlights. The outer part has a special protrusion that fits inside the bumper. Its dimensions should exactly correspond to the dimensions of the installation window being cut out.

After the marking is completed, holes are drilled in the bumper for the saw to enter and both mounting sockets are cut out using a jigsaw. Their edges will need to be carefully processed with a file in order to remove all irregularities and burrs (after this treatment, the protrusion on the outer part of the “glasses” should fit into the socket without much effort, but with a certain interference).

After this, all that remains is to secure each of the headlights with a pair of bolts - and their installation will be completed.

PTF connection diagram VAZ 2114

Connecting fog lights

After the installation of fog lights on the VAZ 2114 is completed, you will need to connect them to the internal electrical network of the car in the following sequence:

Mount the power button on the main panel. For this purpose, all trim levels of the 14th are equipped with a special boss, in the place of which it should be installed.
Remove the speaker grille from the panel and find a pair of unoccupied connectors under it - a large one for connecting headlights, a small one for connecting the backlight of the button itself.

Installing the PTF power button

Connect the button to the connectors, and then install the speaker grille in place.
Open the hood and find the common fuse box.
Unscrew the two mounting screws of the block and lift it up.
Screw the PTF relay to a convenient place under the hood.

PTF relay installation

On the bottom side of the common block, find the pads with numbers Ш7 and Ш8. Take a harness with 4 wires from the fog light connection kit and connect one side to the indicated pads and the other to the relay. In this case, the connection diagram for fog lights on a VAZ 2114 will look like this: leg “85” of the relay - to connector 17 of the Ш7 block; relay leg “30” - to connector 8 of block Ш8; relay leg “86” - to connector 1 of block Ш8; relay leg “87” - to vehicle ground.
Connect the headlights with a common wire, and connect one of the headlights to the “87” relay leg.
Connect the fog lights to ground.

This will complete the entire process of installing fog lights.

Connection diagram

Now let's connect the PTF. For this we need an installation kit. It is better to use the “native” one for the VAZ 2114, which includes:

electromagnetic relay;
PTF power button;
mounting wires with blocks.

We will use the diagram that comes with the kit and is printed directly on the packaging.

Connection diagram for PTF on VAZ 2114

The numbers on the diagram indicate:

Fog lights.
Mounting block.
Relay for turning on fog lights.
Fog light switch.

We will connect points “A” and “C” to the “plus” of the power source, “B” to the power supply for the instrument panel lighting. We will not consider the wiring diagram of the VAZ 2114 now, since all modifications of the VAZ 2114 have all the necessary wiring, connectors and even places for fuses in the mounting block:

The circuit is quite simple, and almost every owner of a VAZ 2114 can assemble it. First of all, we climb under the bumper and connect the wires from the kit to the PTF lamps. We extend one of the power wires for each PTF into the engine compartment - this is where the mounting block is located.

This can be done through the holes through which the headlight power harnesses pass. We connect the second wire of each headlight to the car body using the headlight mounting screws.

Now the relay. We find in the kit a harness of four wires. At one end there is a block for the relay, at the other there are blade contacts, which we will install in the block of the mounting block.

We select a location for installing the relay and a suitable bolt for this - there are many fasteners in the engine compartment. We unscrew the bolt and clamp the relay under it. At the same time, under the same bolt we clamp the wire of the harness coming from the 86th contact of the relay.

Now let's figure out how to connect the fog lamp switch button. As noted above, all the necessary wires and connectors are already installed. You just need to find them. To the right of the driver we find the speaker grille and behind it we see two free connectors. One is used to control the PTF turn-on relay, the second is responsible for illuminating the button.

We squeeze out the plug from the inside, located at low tide above the speaker, and pass the pads through there. We connect the button to them, insert it into the socket and snap it into place.

Now the mounting block. To get to the blocks Ш7 and Ш8, you will have to remove the block. We arm ourselves with a socket wrench and unscrew the two nuts located on the sides of the block. The places where they are located are marked with arrows in the photo below.

Carefully lift the mounting block, turn it over until there are enough wires and pull out the Ш7 and Ш8 blocks from the sockets.

The location and numbering of the pads are indicated in the figure below.

We insert the knife terminals from the PTF and relay into the blocks according to the wiring diagram (see figure above). We insert the pads into the sockets, install the mounting block in place, and secure it with nuts. It remains to check the presence of fuses F8 and F9 - they are responsible for powering the fog lights. If there are none (and most likely there are none), we install a nominal value of 10 A.

All that remains is to adjust our fog lights so that they do not blind oncoming drivers.

This can be done using the method described in the article “How to install fog lights on a Gazelle Business.” The only difference will be that the adjusting screw is located in a slightly different place than in the Kirzhach headlights used in the Gazelle.

Location of the PTF adjusting screw on the VAZ 2114

Selection of body and main criteria when selecting PTF VAZ

When choosing a PTF VAZ 2114 or for any other car, it is important to consider what kind of lamp will be installed in the fog lights, why fog lights are installed, etc. As a rule, such headlights themselves can be in a plastic, aluminum or magnesium housing. It is quite obvious that aluminum and magnesium are more reliable and durable, but they also cost more. Fog lights may also have a plastic or glass light diffuser

Plastic products are resistant to damage, but quickly turn yellow and cloudy, and light transmittance decreases. As a result, after just a couple of years, the quality of road lighting deteriorates.

Fog lights may also have a plastic or glass light diffuser. Plastic products are resistant to damage, but quickly turn yellow and cloudy, and light transmittance decreases. As a result, after just a couple of years the quality of road lighting deteriorates.

PTFs with glass lenses last longer, but often the glass cracks due to temperature changes (especially when installing diode lamps) or as a result of mechanical damage. One way or another, it is advisable to select models where the diffuser can be replaced separately without changing the entire body.

We also note that if the car is used actively or in difficult conditions (for example, driving on the highway at high speed or driving on bad roads), when choosing, it is better to choose PTF models, which can be closed with special foglight plugs made of plastic to protect against stones, etc. d.

Now let's move on to the choice. To decide which fog lights to install on the VAZ 2114, first of all, you should choose a reliable housing. As you know, the condition of roads in the Russian Federation and the CIS is poor, so PTF made from a material resistant to damage and temperature changes will be the best solution. If there are protective plugs, this will be an additional plus. The kit should also include good quality fasteners, wires, and relays.

The fogs themselves should provide the widest possible spot of light, distribute the light evenly, with a minimum of losses due to refraction and dispersion of the light flux. It should also be possible to adjust and adjust the light spot (both vertically and horizontally) so as not to blind drivers of oncoming cars. Even if the lamp burns out, access for replacement should be easy. This allows you to quickly change the llama yourself.

We also note that when choosing PTF 2114 or 2115, as well as for other cars, it is important to take into account their power. The fact is that fogs that are too powerful can create a large load on the generator and wiring

As a rule, 55 W lamps are sufficient

If the PTF is lensed (fog lights with a lens), you need to pay special attention to the quality of the lens, the reliability of its fixation, etc.

Finally, we note that when choosing PTF, it is also important that such headlights have acceptable aerodynamic performance and fit well into the overall exterior of the car. As practice shows, car enthusiasts install domestic fog lights VAZ or Avtosvet as PTF on VAZ 2114

The list of imported solutions includes Bosch or Hella, as well as various Chinese PTFs. Also, VAZ 2114 or 2115 are often equipped with standard PTFs from Samara, Niva, Priora, etc.

As practice shows, car enthusiasts install domestic fog lights VAZ or Avtosvet as PTF on VAZ 2114. The list of imported solutions includes Bosch or Hella, as well as various Chinese PTFs. Also, regular PTFs from Samara, Niva, Priora, etc. are often installed on VAZ 2114 or 2115.

In fact, Avtosvet products are considered a high-quality budget option

However, it is important to remember that non-original fakes are often found. If we talk about expensive headlights, then Hella is a recognized leader, but the price for Hella PTFs is quite high.

Which muffler is better to install on a VAZ 2114? Our recommendations

Almost every year, Lada owners begin to be tormented by the question of which muffler is best to install on the VAZ 2114. Sadly, they burn out too quickly. If someone drives with one silencer for 2-3 years, he can be considered lucky. Of course, the muffler is not the most vital part in a car's body. However, only a few drivers like to rattle while driving or howl like a fighter taking off. And those who like to make noise will not pass inspection with a burnout attached to the exhaust pipe. And good neighbors, waking up in the morning from an “alarm clock” in the person of a lover of loud driving, can even scribble a letter with a nail. In a word, you will have to change the spare part in any case. I just don't want to do it too often. However, it is unlikely that this part will be classified as consumables: the cost is not the same, and replacement work will require more than five minutes. Which muffler is better to install on the VAZ 2114, the owners of the model discuss on forums, share their impressions, and note the service life. Alas, we can’t tell you too much good news, but we’ll still risk giving some advice. Official recommendations Naturally, the manufacturer recommends installing silencers made by AvtoVAZAgregat of the appropriate modification. The recommendations are justified by the following arguments:

Compared to competitive products, jammers weigh more. According to factory workers, this means that their walls are thicker and will last longer (3-5 times, according to the manufacturer).
The insides of the muffler are filled with special cotton wool, which collects condensation and prevents it from causing corrosion.

Everything seems to be good and convincing. However, the bitter experience of many VAZ owners shows that their original mufflers do not last longer than a year. People resort to various tricks designed to extend the life of the unit. In particular, it drills a hole in the muffler through which accumulated moisture will drain. At the same time, traffic noise increases. But the lifespan of the muffler increases slightly. The AvtoVAZ stainless steel version lasts much longer - there are witnesses who have ridden this one for 3-4 years. However, firstly, it costs 1.5-2 times more than stamping. And secondly, it is difficult to find, and it is delivered mainly to order. Alternatives In search of longer-living mufflers, people have tried all available prospects. The opinions about them are as follows.

For a long time, “Nex” mufflers were (or were considered) quite reliable. There were rumors that they were somehow aluminized, thanks to which they refrained from burning out for quite a long time. However, in recent years, the manufacturer has lost ground, and consumers unanimously avoid buying mufflers themselves, and at the same time dissuade their acquaintances;
“Izhora”, unlike “Nex”, did not even manage to win any special positions. The financial attractiveness was neutralized by an unpleasant and clearly audible rattling from the first day after installation, and was finally killed by the burnout of the muffler after 9-10 months - no amount of dancing with a tambourine can save it from constant overheating;
The muffler from the Polish one seems to be of good quality, and is comparable in price to the AvtoVAZ stamping. However, it must be installed together with the resonator, since the input pipe on it is 2 cm shorter - and this means more money and a much larger number of actions;
Owners of model 14 praise the Finnish-German “WALKER” mufflers. However, they are not cheap, and many are looking for cheaper options;
Those who are not afraid of difficulties and do not shy away from welding work have developed their own way to deal with eternally rotten mufflers. The Bosal 215-211 muffler is taken from the Saab 9000 Turbo - you can buy it at a very affordable price. In suspicious places the unit is boiled; according to the observations of folk craftsmen, even a well-worn muffler can be restored without any problems;
The original “Gander” is installed, and the brackets are already welded in place. According to the assurances of those who have tried the know-how on themselves, the body will rot faster than the muffler supplied by Saab.

In a word, everyone decides in their own way the question of which muffler is best to install on a VAZ 2114.
Those who don’t try to save money install stainless steel from AvtoVAZAgregat, even though it costs more, and besides, you have to wait. Second place in popularity went to “WALKER” - with the same reservations about price and expectations. Well, those who believe in welding and appreciate Saab quality are willing to create in their garages. Finally, I would like to note: even if you have to pay 2 times more for a proven muffler than you planned. But you won’t need to change it for several years. And if you add up the costs of disposable parts and compare them with the investment you made, it turns out that you also saved some money. AutoFlit.ru

How can you install PTF on a VAZ 2113, 2114, 2115

Installation of fog lights on a car can be done in different ways. The car owner chooses a specific option based on his own capabilities, preferences and wishes. There are three main ways to install PTF:

Purchasing a bumper with pre-installed fog lights.
Similar parts are presented in a wide variety at tuning studios, where they can be purchased and installed immediately. Adjustment and connection are carried out by service specialists. The disadvantage of this method is that the cost of the work is too high. One way to install foglights is to buy a bumper with already built-in PTFs
Buying a bumper with holes for headlights.
A bumper model with holes for fog lamps and a set of headlights are purchased. In this case, only the PTF is installed and the bumper is mounted. Front bumper VAZ 2115 with holes for fog lights
Purchasing a set of “foglights” and facing elements.
The most popular and simplest method - installation is easy and quick, does not require large expenses, both financially and in terms of labor costs. Purchase and subsequent installation of a set of “fog lights” from the PTF kit

What are fog lamps for?

The main task of the PTF is to illuminate the space in front of the car. Correctly adjusted “fog lights” can illuminate a section of road 10–15 meters long. This distance is quite enough for safe movement by car in poor visibility conditions. The switching on and off of such lighting devices must be fully controlled by the driver.

Adjustment of fog lights is carried out during their installation. The procedure does not take much time, but requires care and precision. You can install the rear and front PTFs yourself.

How can you install PTF on a VAZ 2113, 2114, 2115

Purchasing a bumper with pre-installed fog lights. Similar parts are presented in a wide variety at tuning studios, where they can be purchased and installed immediately. Adjustment and connection are carried out by service specialists. The disadvantage of this method is that the cost of the work is too high.
One way to install foglights is to buy a bumper with already built-in PTFs
Buying a bumper with holes for headlights. A bumper model with holes for fog lamps and a set of headlights are purchased. In this case, only the PTF is installed and the bumper is mounted.
Front bumper VAZ 2115 with holes for fog lights
Purchasing a set of “foglights” and facing elements. The most popular and simplest method - installation is easy and quick, does not require large expenses, both financially and in terms of labor costs.
Purchase and subsequent installation of a set of “fog lights” from the PTF kit

Installation diagram of fog lights

The connection of fog lights is carried out according to certain rules. They, first of all, relate to the placement of PTF on the car. The locations for installing headlights are strictly defined.

Layout of daytime running lights

Manufacturers of modern car models pre-mark the PTF installation locations on the bumpers. As a rule, such lighting elements are most often available in the luxury version of the car. If the headlights themselves are missing, then their installation sites are closed with special plugs.

Distance at which fog lights can be placed

How to install a PTF: necessary materials and tools

Installation of fog lights, regardless of the chosen installation method, requires the presence of certain parts and tools, without which it is impossible.

What are the button and relay for?

A special button and relay are a must - “fog lights” are very powerful equipment for car electrical wiring.

The absence of such parts can provoke high current loads on the terminals and the ignition switch, which will cause burnout of contacts, damage and overheating of the insulation protection and short circuit with failure of the electrical network.

In order to install fog lights on a VAZ, you need to assemble certain parts in advance or purchase a ready-made kit. The cost of such a set rarely exceeds one thousand rubles.

The PTF kit includes:

wires with blocks and terminals for a specific VAZ model. There are three of them as standard: one connects the headlights, the second goes to the relay from the switch, and the third goes from the relay to the fuse box;

Set of wires with terminals and blocks for installing PTF
fog lamp relay;

Fog lamp relay for VAZ 2113, 2114, 2115
power button;

Button to turn on PTF on Lada
clips and ties that secure the wires;

Plastic ties and clips that secure wires
fog lights.

PTF for VAZ 2115

Which PTFs should you prefer? The headlights themselves are chosen by the driver to his taste, but the main thing when choosing is not to make a mistake with the power, so as not to overload the generator and the car’s electrical wiring. It is better not to purchase headlights with xenon: the generator has a certain power reserve, but is not designed for too high loads. Regular light bulbs will be sufficient.

How to connect fog lights with your own hands

Before directly installing the headlights, their location is determined. In the case of the VAZ 2115 car, the bumper already has standard holes for installing additional lighting fixtures. Similar ones can be cut in the bumpers of VAZ 2113 and VAZ 2114.

There is no need to spoil the appearance of the bumper - fog lights are easily installed on special brackets. Many PTF kits contain special decorative plugs that add attractiveness and neatness to the installed headlights and facilitate the installation process.

Installation and connection algorithm

Installation of a power button in the car interior. In the case of the VAZ-2114, the place for the button is on the left side of the driver on the front panel.
However, its placement can be arbitrary - the main thing is that it is convenient for the driver to drive the car. Often, PTF power buttons are installed instead of plugs on the control panel.
A PTF activation button is installed in the cabin in a place convenient for the driver.
The grille with the speaker is removed from the standard front panel. Behind it there are two connectors - one is for turning on the headlights, the second is for indicating the operation of lighting fixtures and illuminating the key itself.
The button is placed in a convenient place, and chips are connected to it.
The speaker grill can be returned to its place. The power button is connected, chips are connected to it
Under the hood there should be a mounting block that combines fuses and relays.
The PTF relay will be mounted in the same place, so the block must be removed: to do this, unscrew the nuts that secure it and lift it. Under the hood there is a block to which the PTF relay will be connected
On the bottom panel of the mounting block there are two blocks - 7 and 8. Each of the blocks is signed during production at the factory, so it is impossible to make mistakes at this stage.
The PTF set contains a wiring harness with four contacts.
The mentioned wires are pulled to the fuse block from the fog light relay. The wiring harness connects to the fuse box
The relay is mounted in the engine compartment of the car.
The PTF relay is located in the engine compartment
The wires coming from the PTF relay are connected to connectors 7 and 8 of the mounting block: in connector 7, terminal 8 is connected to terminal 30 from the relay, terminal 87 is connected to connector 1, terminal 85 is connected to connector 17 on terminal 7, terminal 86 is connected to ground .
From block 8, terminals 2 and 3 are directed to the left and right fog lights, respectively. PTF connection diagram
The ground wires are connected to the fog lights: they are usually attached to the nuts of the headlights.

Wiring diagram for connectors and terminals of fog lights

The functionality of the entire connection can be checked by turning on the side lights - only then will the fog lights work.

Fog lights only function when the side lights are on

After completing the installation of the PTFs on the car, they only need to be adjusted correctly. The flow of light should not blind drivers in the oncoming lane.

Video: instructions for installing and connecting fog lights

Fog lights are essential lighting equipment on any car, making it easier to travel in conditions of minimal visibility. If there is no PTF on a certain car model, you can install them yourself. The installation procedure does not require special knowledge and can be carried out by the driver without the involvement of third parties.

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Headlight installation

How to connect fog lights? The installation and connection procedure is described in detail below. Let’s make a reservation right away - if necessary, you can install xenon lamps in the fogs. Xenon in PTF will burn much brighter when compared with traditional incandescent lamps, but its cost will be an order of magnitude higher. Since the bumper on the VAZ 2114 does not have appropriate places for installing fog optics, the car owner will have to make them on his own.

All work on installing optics is carried out on the dismantled bumper. If you don’t know how to remove this body element, then you just need to unscrew the fasteners that secure it. The bumper itself needs to be cleaned; it is advisable to install it at the level of the lower air intake, under the headlight optics. Installation of lights must be done in specially designated places on the bumper - the so-called glasses.

These glasses must be marked in accordance with the dimensions of the optics themselves, after which the corresponding holes must be made in the bumper. The holes are cut using a jigsaw, and it is advisable to sand the sharp edges on them with sandpaper or a file. The PTF should fit into the hole as tightly as possible, so they must be securely secured with clamps. When the installation of the optics is completed, the bumper can be put back on the car.

Fog lights (PTF)

Fog lights (FTL) are an optics unit that can be located either as an assembly with the main headlight of the car, or placed separately - most often at the edges of the bumper. Fog lights are designed to illuminate the side of the road and the road in difficult weather conditions: when the rays of low and high beam are reflected against the thickness of the fog, thereby creating a wall of light in front of the car, then fog lights give a flat and wide beam that spreads exactly above the road so as not to illuminate the fog itself. In addition to illuminating your path in difficult weather conditions, fog lights also help make you more visible to other road users.

There are also rear fog lights - but, as a rule, this is an ordinary red light, the same as the side light, but 2-3 times brighter.

The “luxury” versions of Samar 2114, 2113, 2115 are equipped from the factory with front PTFs, which are located at the edges of the bumper.

Owners of the standard equipment install the front PTFs with their own hands, and how to do this for you will be discussed below.

In fact, the headlights on the VAZ 2114 2113 2115 are very bad; at night you drive almost blind! Therefore, young people install xenon in the headlights, install PTF - and xenon in them! =) And older car owners are content with simply installing PTF! By the way, the head light for the VAZ 2114 also comes from different manufacturers, but which one to choose? You will find the answers here: Kirzhach or Bosch?

How to install and connect PTF?

Installation and connection are carried out in 3 stages:

We install the PTF in the bumper.
We connect the wiring to the mounting block via a relay.
Install a button in the panel.

Connection diagram

Well, I think everything is clear here! However, the diagram is not indicated in full: the mass of the PTFs themselves on the body, which must be done without fail, is not indicated. It needs to be secured in a safe place, on metal of course! Before fastening, be sure to clean the metal from dirt and tighten the mass well so that there is no loss of tension. Otherwise, the PTF will burn dimly and unevenly.

Bumper installation

As stated above, there are two options - either install a new bumper with ready-made cutouts for the PTF, or cut it yourself with a jigsaw. To do this, remove the element, mark the mounting holes, and cut it.

Next, we install the “glasses” - they cover the cutout on the outside of the bumper, they consist of two parts:

Decorative - external.
Internal - attaches glasses to the bumper using side latches and holds the PTF. (How to remove the bumper?)

Connecting wiring to the unit via a relay

Relay with wire set

First of all, open the hood, find the required block and unscrew its two fastenings to the body on the sides, remove the cover.
From the bottom of the mounting block, unfasten the two outer wire blocks marked “7” and “8”.
Take the installation kit: put the wires from the kit on the relay.
We add their other ends to the block of wires “7” and “8” according to the diagram.
We stick the pads back into the mounting block and fasten it back to its original place
Next, we attach the relay to the car body in any place you like: for example, next to the same block.
We run long wires from the mounting block blocks (which we have already installed) to the fog lights and connect them. We also attach the PTF mass to the car body.

Installing a button in a panel

To install the button that comes with the mounting kit, you will need to partially disassemble the front panel.

Fortunately, the factory prudently installed wiring for the PTF in all Samar configurations, so all we have to do is remove the center console and find a block in the wiring for connecting the button.

Removing the center console

To disassemble the panel, use the article: How to remove the instrument panel and remove only the console.

Next, find the wire block, install the button and assemble the panel.

Then you need to check the headlights for functionality.

Don't forget that they only work after the side lights are turned on!

After installation, the PTF will need to be configured and adjusted!

Do-it-yourself repair or installation

Replacing a light bulb is not difficult, but installing new glass to replace a broken one is impossible without dismantling the headlight. The fastening to the bumper is elementary, with only two screws, but the glass is firmly glued to the headlight body.

When replacing it, the junction with the body is filled with sealant. By the way, it is better to change the glass immediately after a crack appears on it, otherwise the coating applied to the body will quickly peel off and you will have to buy a new device. The video or set of photos on how to change a headlight or light bulb on this page will help you, but I ask you to pay attention to some points:

You need to install xenon in the fog lamp with caution. If the low beam intensity is set in GOST to its minimum values, then there is a limitation for fog lights. It should be approximately 3 times weaker than the worst devices.
You can cut rectangular holes in the plastic bumper with an ordinary knife. It’s also easy to build beauty frames. Therefore, buying and installing such headlights yourself is not difficult. But if the car wiring does not provide for their connection, then it is better to contact specialists. According to the rules, it is impossible to connect fog lights to the simplest toggle switch. They should light up only after the side lights are turned on. Where is the relay that implements this sequence of turning on the lighting devices in practice, and how to connect the headlights to the electrical circuit, an auto electrician knows much better than a simple car enthusiast. There is a button for turning on the fog lights on the instrument panel, but connecting wires to it is a labor-intensive process that requires certain qualifications. In addition, being too clever with the wiring can lead to a short circuit, and repairs, in this case, will cost much more.