Removing and replacing the cigarette lighter on a Lada Granta with your own hands

How to remove and replace the cigarette lighter on a Lada Granta

The device has become popular in recent years. Now even non-smoking car owners use the cigarette lighter. Indeed, in addition to its nominal purpose, the device performs a lot of functions. For example, various devices are connected to the cigarette lighter socket:

• power bank for mobile phones or tablets;
• charging for laptop and electronics;
• DVR;
• navigation system;
• electric pump that inflates the wheels.

When used correctly, the device works for a long time, but due to certain features it may fail. Read on to find out why the breakdown occurs, how to recognize the cause of the malfunction, replace the cigarette lighter or repair it on the Lada Granta model.

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Where is the cigarette lighter fuse located?

A common reason why a device stops working is a burnt-out protective element. The current strength in the circuit itself is precisely fixed, and its value should not exceed 15 amperes. When connecting powerful devices or a short circuit, the fuse blows, causing the VAZ cigarette lighter to stop working.

The fact that this particular element needs to be changed will be indicated by indirect reasons. The fuse is responsible for:

• sound signal;
• trunk lock;
• immobilizer, this means that if it fails, the owner will not start the car.

To change a non-working cigarette lighter fuse, you need to get to the mounting block. It is located in the cabin under the decorative panel, to the left of the steering column. The cigarette lighter fuse is held in place by five plastic clips.

1. We disconnect them and get to the rear space.
2. We take out the plug that attaches to the luggage compartment opening button. Now you can completely remove the panel.
3. We gain access to the mounting block, where tweezers are also located, allowing you to quickly pull out the protective elements.

The Lada Granta model has two versions of the fuse box - old and new. If the car is from the first years of production, then you will need to replace the element number F20. The mounting block diagram of newer models of the cigarette lighter fuse differs from its predecessor. Here you should change element F27. The fuse must be rated 15 amps. When installing a protective element with high resistance, problems may arise. If the current in the circuit exceeds the maximum permissible value, the cables will melt, which can result in a short circuit or fire in the wiring and a blown fuse.

Reasons for failure of the cigarette lighter on the Lada Grant

A malfunction can occur due to various circumstances. Among the most common reasons why the cigarette lighter on a Lada Granta car does not work are:

1. Blown fuse. This happens due to connecting a large number of devices to the connector. The total power of connected devices should not exceed 180 Watts (15*12=180). Otherwise the cigarette lighter fuse will blow. AvtoVAZ models have different protective elements (Granta - F20/F27, Kalina - F18, Priora - F13). The fuse rating must correspond to the value specified by the manufacturer.
2. Poor contact. Over time, oxides or rust develop on the tendrils of the metal cartridge, resulting in a poor connection. To correct the situation, it is enough to remove the cigarette lighter, inspect the condition of its contacts, and treat them with a file to remove rust or oxides.
3. Broken wiring. Three wires come to the device, the soldering of which disappears over time. To identify the malfunction, you will need a multitester.

Guide to replacing the fuse box on a Lada Granta, explanation

Quickly and easily change the cigarette lighter on Kalina and Grant
If you are the owner of a Lada Granta car and you have problems with electrical equipment, then, first of all, you will need to check the fuses. In most cases, replacing one of the elements is enough.

If the fuse is intact, then it is likely that you will need to contact the services of a service station. Or, in order to save money and time, troubleshoot the problem yourself. Remember - the main thing in such situations is to slowly figure out what the problem is.

An electrical fuse or relay is a small device that is designed to protect the specific electrical circuit in which it is installed. In fact, all consumers of the Lada Grant are protected by fuses, not counting the battery charging circuit, generator and starter.

Car Lada Granta

Any Lada Granta circuit that is protected by a fuse is designed for the maximum current flowing through it. Taking this indicator into account, a safety element is installed. If a situation arises when one of the elements of the circuit fails and the current exceeds the design norm for this circuit, the conductive part in the fuse will burn out and the system will be de-energized. This is what guarantees the safety of the car's electrical wiring and prevents fire.

Where are the fuses for the Lada Grant?

The developers decided to place the main block with electrical fuses and relays in the Lada Granta to the left of the steering wheel, next to the light switches. This is a very good solution, the elements are located at hand and there is no need to remove any additional components. All work can be done without getting up from the seat.

Location of the compartment located in the cabin

The second power fuse block is located in the engine compartment next to the battery. It looks like an ordinary black box.

Location of the compartment located under the hood

Removal and replacement instructions

All car mechanics, without exception, recommend disconnecting the “-” terminal of the battery when working with the vehicle’s electrical equipment.

Preparation

Work on replacing electrical fuses or relays can be carried out anywhere. The main thing is that the place should be well lit. Before starting work, be sure to turn off the car.

Video about replacing the fuel pump fuse on a Lada Granta - to help you.

The work of replacing fuses in the cabin and engine compartment is almost identical. With minor differences.

Cover removal diagram

1. Let's start with the first one. To gain access to the fuses and relays located to the left of the driver's feet, you need to remove the cover.
2. This must be done according to a certain scheme. First you need to pull the cover by the lower left corner, it is designated as number 1 in the diagram. Next, release the left locking point. Then the middle one at number 2. Next are points 3 and 6. Now all that remains is to free the top points 4 and 5. The entire cover has been removed.
3. Visually inspect the block. There should be no burning or melting in it. There should also be no burning smell.
4. In the decoding we find the consumer we need and according to the diagram we find its location.
5. Using tweezers located in the block, remove the problematic element. We inspect it visually or check it using a device.
6. If it is burnt out, then we put a new one in its place.
7. The cover of the interior unit is installed in the following order: first of all, you need to snap the right part, then the bottom, and finally the top. It is necessary to ensure that the fastening parts of the cover and the latches match exactly.

If the fuse blows again, the problem may be more serious and you will need to call a professional to help.

Recommendations for use

Set of protective elements for a car

1. We strongly recommend that when operating a Lada Granta car, you have spare parts on hand in the electrical fuse box.
2. The magnitude of the current on the protective elements differs according to the color of the shell.
3. Often the reason for the failure of any consumer may not be the fusible elements. Before changing the fuse, check the condition of the entire electrical circuit. Proceed to replacing the fuse only after identifying and eliminating the cause of its blown.
4. Some consumers are powered through the cigarette lighter socket and if the plug does not match it, the fuse element may burn. In this case, it is recommended to replace the plug with a suitable one.

Video “Interior mounting block”

This video shows how to open the compartment located in the cabin and how to correctly replace the elements in it.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=eSW_JQyzuuc

Repairing a burnt out cigarette lighter

Sometimes it is not necessary to change the Lada Granta device. You can carry out the repair yourself. After removing the device, it is worth inspecting the condition of the contacts. The fallen wires should be soldered, and the oxidized contacts should be treated with a needle file. After this, the device can restore functionality.

Inside the cigarette lighter there is a small mica plate. This is a semiconductor that often fails. It needs to be removed. After this, it is worth assembling the device and then checking that it is working correctly.

Which cigarette lighter should I replace the burned out one?

There are many different options available on the market. When choosing, you need to pay attention to how much the Lada Granta cigarette lighter costs. A price that is too low indicates that low-quality materials were used in the production process; such a device will not work for a long time. The normal cost of the device is 600 – 1200 rubles.

You can buy a short European cigarette lighter. There are no uniform size standards for parts. Therefore, they will differ in length or diameter. You must select a plug of the appropriate size. If the diameter does not match, the device will short out, which can lead to a fire.

Product delivery options

Note! Below are the shipping methods available specifically for this product. Payment options may vary depending on the shipping method. Detailed information can be found on the “Delivery and Payment” page.

Parcel by Russian Post

Available payment methods:

• Cash on delivery (payment upon receipt)
• Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
• Yandex money
• QIWI
• ROBOKASSA

Shipping throughout Russia. Delivery time is from 5 to 12 days.

Parcel by Russian Post 1st class

Available payment methods:

• Cash on delivery (payment upon receipt)
• Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
• Yandex money
• QIWI
• ROBOKASSA

Shipping throughout Russia. Delivery time – from 2 to 5 days. More expensive than regular delivery by Russian Post, approximately 50%. Parcel weight up to 2.5 kg

Express Parcel EMS

Available payment methods:

• Cash on delivery (payment upon receipt)
• Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
• Yandex money
• QIWI
• ROBOKASSA

Shipping throughout Russia. Delivery time – from 3 to 7 days. More expensive than regular delivery by Russian Post, approximately 100%.

Transport companies

Available payment methods:

• Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
• Yandex money
• QIWI
• ROBOKASSA

Delivery is possible to any locality where there is a representative office of the transport company. Delivery time – from 2 to 10 days. Sending large parcels is approximately 50% more profitable than by Russian Post.

Courier delivery in Togliatti

Available payment methods:

• Cash upon receipt
• Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
• Yandex money
• QIWI
• ROBOKASSA

Delivery time from 1 to 12 hours.

Pickup from our warehouse

Available payment methods:

• Cash upon receipt
• Credit, installments
• Using cards Sberbank, VTB, Post Bank, Tinkoff
• Yandex money
• QIWI
• ROBOKASSA

Pickup times must coincide with store opening hours.

Since I have another long journey ahead under my own power, I was puzzled by refining the interior of my Kalina (11173, station wagon, first generation). Based on the experience of previous trips, I can say that there are not enough sockets in the cabin to charge phones, because after all, there are four people, and therefore four phones, mine served as a navigator, and there was only one charger in the cigarette lighter. It’s the same story with cup holders; getting hot coffee for the whole group at a gas station and hitting the road is already a whole story. If you are a passenger, no matter what, the driver must have special skills in absorbing hot liquids, and at the same time leave the interior of the car dry and clean.

How to remove the cigarette lighter on a Grant

Before work, you will need to stock up on the necessary tools. To remove the cigarette lighter on a Grant, you need:

• protective gloves;
• Screwdriver Set.

To troubleshoot you will need:

• soldering iron with solder;
• diagnostic tester;
• needle file to remove oxides or rust.

Detailed video instructions

After preparation, you can begin the dismantling process.

1. Turn off the ignition, open the hood and remove the terminal from the battery. The negative contact must be removed - this will de-energize the system and eliminate the possibility of a short circuit.
2. We remove the metal cartridge from its seat.
3. Using a thin screwdriver, bend the latches inside the socket.
4. We take it out and disconnect the wire block.
5. Remove the green filter.

Now you can repair the part or replace it. Assembly is carried out in the reverse order described earlier. Detailed instructions on how to change the cigarette lighter on a Lada Granta car are shown in the video.

Light bulb marking

Before repairing the cigarette lighter of a Lada Granta car, you need to purchase the necessary spare parts. Inside the device there is a special lamp marked A12-1.2. The element is designed for a voltage of 12 volts and consumes 1.2 watts of energy. The type of lamp base is designated as W2*4.6D.

The price on the market ranges from 10 to 30 rubles. It is advisable to buy an original VAZ lamp - this will help the Kalina illumination work for a long time and without the risk of a short circuit.

If you need to replace the cigarette lighter itself along with the cartridge, then the original catalog number is 21230-3725010-10, and the cost of the part is 300 - 600 rubles. The product must be well packaged, and inside there must be quality certificates and certificates of compliance with standards.

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Photo of the correct replacement

After carrying out the work, it is advisable to check the proper operation of the device.

1. The car cigarette lighter should fit tightly in the socket, and there should be no oxides or rust on the contacts.
2. You should measure the voltage on the battery, and then check again by turning on the ignition. If the drawdown is more than 0.5 volts, then there is a short circuit somewhere.
3. All soldered wires must be insulated and shrink-wrapped.

Cigarette lighter selection

Not many motorists and Lada Granta owners know that in addition to the standard VAZ cigarette lighter, there are several more analogues of this part.

Cigarette lighter assembly

Let's look at the catalog numbers and names of the spare parts:

The original article number for the cigarette lighter is divided into 3 parts: 1. Movable part of the cigarette lighter (21230-3725200-00); 2. Cigarette lighter socket (21230-3725100-00); 3. Cigarette lighter illumination ring (21230-3725400-00). As you can see from the catalog number, the Lada Granta has a part from the Niva Taiga installed.

Both parts fit perfectly into the seat and do not require modifications or modifications to the fastening.

Reasons for cigarette lighter failure

There are several reasons for the failure of the Lada Grant cigarette lighter:

Short circuit caused by a failure of the on-board network.

Melted cigarette lighter (remember that in the first versions of the Lada Grant you cannot insert anything into the cigarette lighter except the cigarette lighter itself)

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Comments 26

Yes, it is extremely difficult to remove the cigarette lighter; it took me about 1 hour.

I threw out the standard cigarette lighter because it was causing problems and installed one from a VAZ-2115 and everything became OK.

Now you will be inserting for a week