How to remove the cigarette lighter on a Priora

Replacing the cigarette lighter and backlight

Many Lada Priora owners often encountered the problem of cigarette lighter failure.
And the most common case of failure was a malfunction of the exhibition itself, that is, the heating element itself. Of course, in this case, the replacement is carried out in two seconds - take out the old one, insert the new one and that’s it. But less often there is a problem with the internal mechanism itself, which is not as easy to get as many might think. So, if it turns out that even after replacing the fuse and the heating element itself, the Priora’s cigarette lighter still does not work, most likely in this case you will have to change the entire assembly. To do this, one screwdriver with a thin and flat blade will be enough.

Common causes of problems

The parts that are used most often are the first to become unusable. Such elements include the cigarette lighter, since you often have to connect various devices and devices to it. The most common breakdowns are:

Heater combustion. This happens when high-voltage devices and tools are frequently connected, for example, a compressor for inflating tires.
LED bulb burnout.
Contacts are dirty or oxidized. The connection between the antennae and the cigarette lighter is lost as a result of the formation of oxide on them. This happens often with copper elements.
Fallen wires. An age-related “disease” of almost all cars.
Fuse blown. Occurs as a result of a voltage surge or short circuit. To resuscitate the element, you will need to simply replace the Priora cigarette lighter fuse on the common unit. It is marked F13.

These problems are the simplest, and solving them will require no more than half an hour of personal time.

How to change the cigarette lighter on a Priora

First, disconnect the minus terminal from the car’s battery, and then remove the cigarette lighter cylinder, since it will interfere with this repair. Next, using a screwdriver or the blade of a sharp knife, pry off the inside of the clip, as shown in the photo below:

It is possible that everything will not be so simple in practice. If the internal part does not pry, then we look inside to see what is preventing this action. Most likely, you will have to slightly bend the case so that it does not catch on the plastic edging. This is shown more clearly in the photo below.

Once the metal core is pulled out, it will all look something like this.

The plastic edging, which is green in the top photo, remains in the floor tunnel, and we do not touch it for now. Next, disconnect the power plug from the Priora cigarette lighter module by first pressing the connector latch:

And by pulling to the side, we remove the block from the connector, as shown in the photo below.

If necessary, replace this part with a new one, installing everything in the reverse order. This socket has a catalog number that is identified as Sherole Niva, but there is nothing to worry about, since these models have some interchangeable parts.

If you need to fix a problem with the backlight, then we’ll talk about it below.

How to remove the cigarette lighter on a Priora: causes of malfunctions

Even in a new car, after a short period of use, something can break. For example, the cigarette lighter or its backlight may fail. This type of breakdown especially occurs due to frequent use of the cigarette lighter. Nowadays, the cigarette lighter socket is used to connect devices such as a navigator, video recorder, vacuum cleaner, charging a laptop (phone), etc. to a power source. Therefore, it is not surprising that one of the first things to break in a car is the cigarette lighter or its component part. To determine the cause of the malfunction, it is necessary to dismantle it.

Possible causes of breakdowns

Before removing the cigarette lighter on a Priora, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the possible causes of its malfunction. Possibly to fix a problem. There is no need to remove the cigarette lighter.

Cause of malfunction

If the cause of the breakdown is a fuse, then to replace it you need to remove the cover from the installation block and find the F13 mark - this is the fuse that is responsible for the cigarette lighter. Most often it can be removed without the help of an auxiliary key. Replace the blown fuse with a new one and replace the cover. The whole procedure takes no more than 10 minutes.

How to remove the cigarette lighter?

According to the instructions described in the Lada Priora repair and operation book, the cigarette lighter is replaced after removing the tunnel. And if you don’t have the necessary tools at hand, you’ll have to remove the seat. But there is a more simplified option, which few car owners know about. How to change the cigarette lighter on a Priora without dismantling the floor of the car?

Before any manipulations performed on the car, especially if they have to do with wiring, it is necessary to remove the terminals from the battery. Only after the car is de-energized can you begin to work.

To remove it, you will need to use a small flat-head screwdriver that is inserted into the hole inside the cigarette lighter. You need to press the screwdriver onto the latch (green) and turn the metal sleeve. Carefully remove the metal cigarette lighter cup by pulling it towards you. Once removed, the green plastic and wiring are separated from the cigarette lighter. Next, repairs are made, and then everything is put back together in reverse order.

If the cause of the breakdown is a burnt-out light bulb, it is necessary to dismantle the socket. When you press the filter lock, the entire structure is pulled out, after which the burnt out light bulb is removed and replaced with a new one. They assemble everything the same way, but in reverse order.

Replacing a cigarette lighter is not a complicated operation, and it is worth learning how to do it yourself. However, regular burnout indicates a problem with the wiring system, especially if it occurs without excessive loads. This fact cannot be ignored, since a short circuit can lead to serious consequences.

Constant burnout can provoke overheating of the wiring due to prolonged use of powerful energy consumers, such as, for example, a compressor. Therefore, if there is a need to simultaneously use several devices, it is recommended to make additional cigarette lighter sockets, each of which has its own separate fuse.

Replacing the cigarette lighter lamp on a Priora

Also, using a thin screwdriver, pry up the green plastic insert and carefully remove it from the hole in the floor tunnel.

As a result, we get the following picture.

To remove and change the backlight bulb, you just need to remove the black cover, and under it there is already the lamp itself, inserted together with the “socket” into the cigarette lighter housing. And to get it out of there, just pry it slightly with a screwdriver so that the latch does not interfere with removal.

The light bulb itself is also easy to change - just slightly pull it to the side, removing it from the “socket”.

Installation occurs in the reverse order of removal and no difficulties should arise as a result of this repair. If someone found the photo report not entirely clear and legible, then everything will be presented below in a more convenient form.

Reasons why the cigarette lighter does not work on Lada Priora

Over time, the unit may break and require repair. Why does the part fail? Among the common reasons why the Lada Priora cigarette lighter does not work.

Burnt out heating element. If you often have to connect high-voltage devices to the connector, such as a wheel compressor, the element itself can quickly fail and the fuse will trip.
Light bulb broken. There is a light around the hole that may stop working.
Oxidation or poor contact of the cigarette lighter. Over time, contact may be lost between the antennae of the part and the socket itself, as a result of which the element fails. To check this, you need to remove the fuse and then inspect it for oxides. Additionally, you should tighten the fastening antennae. The fuse is put in place.
The cigarette lighter connection wires have fallen off. Refers to “age-related diseases”. For inspection, you will need to remove the VAZ Priora cigarette lighter from its socket without touching the fuse. In the event of a malfunction, it is necessary to solder the fallen wires.
Inept tuning is also a cause of failure. Some owners buy low-quality splitters and load them to full capacity. This leads to increased load on the fuses. Promotes accelerated wear of the generator.
Blown fuse. A breakdown may occur due to a short circuit. To identify this fuse malfunction, you should connect the lamp to the connector. Then turn on the ignition. If it does not light up, then the reason is the fuse. The protective element needs to be replaced.

Why the cigarette lighter of the Lada Priora does not work and what to do

Possible causes of problems were described above, and now it’s worth figuring out what to do in this situation. First of all, the solution to the problem will depend on the cause. Therefore, we will analyze everything separately.

If there is no voltage on the contacts, the problem lies in a violation of the integrity of the contacts or a break in the circuit. In this situation, it is necessary to carry out diagnostics and then replace the contacts.

It is worth noting that a burnt-out backlight lamp can only lead to a decrease in the level of comfort. In addition, this malfunction does not in any way affect the functionality of the cigarette lighter and can be easily resolved by replacing the lamp.

Connection diagram and node fuse

If the last problem occurs, you need to get to the shield located behind the front panel. Next, remove the plastic cover, gaining access to the fuse box itself. It is necessary to change the element numbered F13 - it is responsible for the cigarette lighter circuit.

Before doing this, you should pull out the connector going to the socket itself. To get to it, you will need to remove the decorative plastic from the front of the central tunnel. The connection diagram, as well as the pinout of the cigarette lighter and fuse are shown in the photo.

Serial number and part numbers

Before you begin repairing the cigarette lighter and disassembling the central tunnel, you need to buy a suitable spare part. There are different device options for the Lada Priora on sale, both original and not. Cigarette lighters from the AvtoVAZ factory have article number 21230-3725010-00.

When purchasing, you need to pay attention to the cost of the spare part. A cigarette lighter price that is too low indicates the use of low-quality materials. Such a part may burn out within several weeks after replacement. In addition, the item must be well packaged and have a certificate of conformity.

Cigarette lighter repair: how to remove the device from a Priora

To replace an element you need:

set of screwdrivers: Phillips, flat;
tweezers;
blowtorch, coupled with solder;
protective gloves.

Step-by-step instructions will help you remove and change the cigarette lighter on your Lada Priora yourself. The procedure is as follows.

Open the hood and remove the negative terminal of the battery. After this, the contacts will not close, which will avoid short circuits.
Now you should dismantle the two sides of the decorative plastic in front of the tunnel. Fastenings - near the floor.
Disconnect the contact chip, remove the Priora cigarette lighter. Next, replace with the working element.
Remove the gearshift lever housing by disconnecting all fasteners.
Unscrew the front/rear screws securing the central tunnel and remove it, gaining access to the socket.
Pull out the metal cup by pressing the latches.
Remove and replace the cigarette lighter with a working part.
Solder the old wires to the new element.
Assembly is carried out in the reverse order to that described.

Replacing a device without removing the front panel

There is a way to quickly carry out the repair procedure, avoiding disassembly. Dismantling from the Priora without removing the panel is carried out as follows.

Disconnect the battery terminal.
Using a small screwdriver, bend the metal a little on both sides where the plastic latches are.
We pull the metal cartridge, removing it from its seat.
We disconnect the plastic chip located at the end of the element.
Next is replacing the part with a new one and the installation procedure.

How to remove the cigarette lighter

The next step in repairing the cigarette lighter may be to illuminate it, but for this you need to remove the cigarette lighter. Therefore, first we disconnect the terminals from the battery. Then we get down to business. There are several ways to remove it from the panel.

The first method is to remove the central tunnel lining, but this takes longer. Remove the protective panel from both sides of the passenger and driver's seats. Then use a screwdriver to unscrew the screws that secure the dashboard on the back side. To make it more comfortable, you can move the seats forward.

Afterwards, you need to remove the gearshift knob lock and, lifting the upper area of the dashboard, remove it. This must be done very carefully so that the cigarette lighter wires remain in place. Find the connector and disconnect it from the bottom of the cigarette lighter. But there is another option. In this case, you need to be more careful so as not to break the clamps.

Now let's look more specifically at the second method. First, let's look at the inside of the cigarette lighter; there should be rectangular holes there. Then we pick up a special puller for the socket. If it is not there, then you can use a thin screwdriver, pressing it on the latch while simultaneously turning the metal bottom of the cigarette lighter. Then the clamp will not interfere with pulling the nest out of the cladding.

Instructions for changing the cigarette lighter bulb

This breakdown is also one of the most common. Replacing the cigarette lighter bulb yourself is not difficult. It is enough to follow the instructions.

Open the hood and disconnect the battery terminal.
Use a thin screwdriver to pry up the green plastic latch and turn the metal cup, pulling it out.
The burnt out lamp is inside a plastic part.
Disconnect the connector from the contacts.
Now you can change the light bulb with a working part.
We reassemble in reverse order.

Removing the cigarette lighter

To diagnose the Priora cigarette lighter, it must be dismantled. Removal must be done with the fuse removed, so as not to cause an accidental short circuit during operation. We remove fuse F13 from the mounting block and get to work.

Insert a small flat-head screwdriver into the hole on the cigarette lighter and lightly press on the plastic retainer, as shown in the picture. Then turn the metal part of the cigarette lighter counterclockwise.

We take out the metal part up and disconnect the connector.

Use your finger to pry up the green outline of the cigarette lighter illumination and remove it as shown in the picture.

We perform assembly in reverse order.

The main differences in replacing the cigarette lighter on Lada Priora 1 or 2

There is no difference in working with different generations of cars. The design of the Priora cigarette lighter is identical for the first or second generation. Therefore, when making repairs, you should follow the step-by-step replacement instructions described earlier.

Author of the material: Dumchenkov Mikhail

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Step by step replacement

1. Take out the cigarette lighter cylinder.

2. Using a flat-head screwdriver, pry up and remove the metal core of the cigarette lighter. It is best to do this from the inside so as not to damage the plastic.

If it doesn't come out, there may be clips on the inside of the core. They are most often metal. The photo below shows the location of the metal clips. Using a flathead screwdriver, you can bend them and remove the core.

If you are changing the cigarette lighter assembly, I think there is no risk of damaging something on it.

3. Remove the plastic bezel that is illuminated. This can be done using a flat-head screwdriver.

If your bezel backlight works and the bezel itself is not damaged, then you do not need to change it. Simply disconnect the non-working cigarette lighter core, connect a new one and put everything back together.

Power to the cigarette lighter comes through the terminal block. This means it is not difficult to replace it.

4. The backlight bulb is assembled with a plastic rim. To replace the light bulb, remove the small plastic cover.

Next, insert a flat-head screwdriver as shown below and pull the edge toward you. There is a small groove on the body and the light bulb is held in place by it. I think everything will be clear from the photo below, but if you have any difficulties, watch the video tutorial.

5. Remove the lamp from the socket and install a new one. The light bulb simply pulls out towards itself.

6. Install the socket with the new lamp into the rim. Be sure to align the grooves so that the cartridge snaps into place.

7. Install the small plastic cover.

8. Put the rim in place. There is a groove in the floor tunnel and a corresponding groove on the rim body. When installed, they must match and the light bulb must face backwards.

9. Change the cigarette lighter core and install it with the metal contact back until it clicks.

When installing, the contact should be backwards, just like the light bulb. Power is supplied to the backlight through this contact.

10. Install the cigarette lighter cylinder.

After reassembly, we connect the battery terminals and check the operation.

Video lesson

Replacing the cigarette lighter of Lada Priora

Greetings. We will replace the cigarette lighter for the Lada Priora.

We will replace the cigarette lighter assembly and also replace the backlight bulb. To replace it, the floor tunnel is usually removed, we will show you how to do without it.

Tools:

small flathead screwdriver

Step by step replacement

1. Take out the cigarette lighter cylinder.

2. Using a flat-head screwdriver, pry up and remove the metal core of the cigarette lighter. It is best to do this from the inside so as not to damage the plastic.

Cigarette lighter fuse on Priora

Not so long ago, a cigarette lighter was a mandatory attribute of the interior of any car.
Its very name indicates its direct purpose - lighting cigarettes, although for the most part it is not used for this, but for connecting various electrical devices. This could be a car vacuum cleaner, refrigerator, compressor, navigator, video recorder, etc. Today, some modern foreign cars are not equipped with such a device as standard. The place of the cigarette lighter is taken by various kinds of sockets and connectors, with which you can connect and charge anything. You just can't light a cigarette.

Cigarette lighter

The domestic auto industry is in no hurry to replace the cigarette lighter with sockets, so all our cars are equipped with its classic version.
Lada Priora is no exception. Here it is located in a place of honor - the central floor tunnel, next to the parking brake handle. This arrangement of the device was not chosen by chance. It is always in sight, you can reach it with your right hand without bending, it does not interfere, and it is impossible for your pant leg to get caught on it. For greater convenience, it is also equipped with a backlight, which makes it easier to find in the dark.

It is worth noting that the Priora’s cigarette lighter differs from previous models not only in location, but also in configuration: its socket is somewhat smaller than that of other VAZs.

Design and operating principle

The Priora's cigarette lighter is no different from the cigarette lighters of other cars.
Structurally, it consists of a socket (a hollow metal cylinder) and a metal cartridge with a nichrome spiral inside. The cartridge is equipped with a plastic button, when pressed, the “plus” is connected to ground through the spiral. The principle of heating the coil here is exactly the same as in an electric stove or iron, but unlike the latter, the Priora cigarette lighter does not have a thermal relay. Its task is performed by bimetallic “ears” inside the cartridge, which, when heated, expand, and the spring ejects the cartridge, setting it to its initial position.

Malfunctions

Like any other electromechanical device, the Priora cigarette lighter tends to break. Sometimes this can be caused by design defects, sometimes by malfunctions in the machine's on-board circuit, and sometimes by the fault of the user himself. Common cigarette lighter malfunctions include:

sinking of those same bimetallic “ears”;
burnout of the spiral;
broken contact in the connector;
fuse blown.

Malfunctions can also include the burnout of a backlight lamp, however, this is more related to a decrease in the level of comfort than to serious breakdowns. In addition, it does not in any way affect the operation of the device itself and can be easily eliminated by replacing the lamp.

The sinking of the lugs is characterized by the lack of fixation of the cartridge in the pressed position. It can be caused either by the low quality of the metal from which they are made, i.e. defect, or high intensity or long period of use of the cigarette lighter.

Fuse

To ensure the safe operation of the cigarette lighter and devices connected to it, its electrical circuit is protected by a fuse. It is located in the mounting block located in the car interior under the dashboard. In the diagrams it is marked F-13 , and is designed for a maximum current of 15 A. Its body is usually blue.

Why does a fuse blow?

The cigarette lighter fuse in a Priora may blow out due to:

connecting to the socket of devices whose plug is structurally smaller than the socket;
discrepancies between the calculated current values of the cigarette lighter circuit and the connected device;
malfunctions of connected devices.

The diameter of the Priora cigarette lighter socket is 21 mm, and the diameter of the plugs of some electronic or electrical devices powered from the cigarette lighter is 18-20 mm. In other words, such a plug will dangle in the socket, and loosely pressed contacts will spark.

Sparking leads to charring of contacts and increased load on the circuit. As a result, the least that awaits us is replacing the blown fuse. The same thing will happen if you insert the plug into the socket incorrectly (at the wrong angle). This, by the way, is the most common reason why the cigarette lighter fuse blows.

Another “popular” reason is the difference in calculated currents. As already mentioned, the maximum fuse current is 15 A , and if you connect, for example, a compressor that consumes a current of 20 A to the cigarette lighter, it is no wonder that the fuse will burn out. Long-term operation of the same compressor, vacuum cleaner, refrigerator, or electric kettle can also lead to this.

Most modern electronic devices designed to operate from a cigarette lighter have their own fuse located in the plug. It allows you to protect the device itself from possible interruptions in the machine’s network, as well as the network from gadget malfunctions. But, if the device is faulty (for example, there is a short circuit) and is not equipped with a fuse, there is a reverse risk for the on-board circuit.

How to replace

Open the cover of the mounting block by turning the 3 plastic latches half a turn and remove it.
We find the fuse in the socket marked F-13 and pull it out of the socket. At the same time, we verify that it is not working visually or using a tester.
We install a new fuse in its place.
Install the lid and close it.
We check the results of our work.

To prevent problems with fuses from catching you by surprise, it is advisable to have a spare set of them in the glove compartment. This applies not only to the cigarette lighter, but also to other devices that are most susceptible to overload. Buying spare fuses won't impact your budget at all, but will give you confidence on the road. The cost of one fuse is about 5-7 rubles, and a set of 10 pieces is 40-60 rubles.
And, of course, in no case should you use various kinds of “bugs” instead of a fuse, be it a coin, a piece of wire, or your wife’s hairpin. Their use changes the parameters of the electrical circuit, and its overload may adversely affect the operation of any system that uses electricity.

In addition, the use of a jumper is fraught with the occurrence of a short circuit not in the cigarette lighter circuit, but in the car circuit. The result of this can be anything, including fire.

Which fuse is responsible for the operation of the cigarette lighter in Priora

Knowing where the cigarette lighter fuse is located on the Priora, you can replace it without any problems. Service in auto repair shops is now quite expensive, so let’s figure out how you can do it yourself.

The most important condition is that you cannot install any home-made devices, such as, for example, wire or a paper clip, instead of the fuse. In addition, it is better to use domestically produced protective elements and not buy Chinese analogues, as they are of low quality. None of this is safe and can even lead to a fire.

Replacing the Priora cigarette lighter fuse is not very difficult. To do this, there is no need to dismantle its seat or the block itself. It is enough to simply replace the faulty element with a new one. However, you still need to understand the algorithm, as there are some peculiarities.