The dashboard: Chevrolet-Niva. Features, device and reviews

The dashboard (shield) is a kind of screen, looking at which, the driver receives the necessary information about the operation of a particular vehicle system. Without it, it would be difficult to control the speed, mileage, oil pressure or coolant temperature.

In this article, we'll look at the standard Chevrolet Niva instrument panel in terms of its design, information content, common problems. In addition, we'll talk about tuning models of devices installed on these cars.

What is the instrument panel we are looking at ? "Chevrolet-Niva" is equipped with a shield that meets all modern requirements. It is quite convenient and informative enough so that the driver, without being distracted from the process of controlling the car, had the opportunity to know about all the work processes, and was able to prevent failures in time.

Location:

The shield of the Niva-Chevrolet has a classic layout. It is shifted to the left and is on top of the steering column. This position allows the driver to observe the sensor readings without turning his head to the side while driving.

Design Features

What can we tell the dashboard? "Chevrolet-Niva" is thought out so, that its shield unites all control devices of the car. It includes:

• speedometer;
• Odometer (mileage meter);
• A tachometer (the counter of turns коленвала);
• Temperature and coolant temperature indicators;
• Fuel level indicator;
• 12 control (signal) lamps.

In order for the driver to monitor the readings of the instruments in the dark, the flap is illuminated when the parking lights are switched on. How bright is the backlight of the dashboard? "Chevrolet-Niva" has the function of adjusting the level of illumination of the shield. It is provided by six special light bulbs.

Important: the shield has an electronic structure, and in case of failure, it is not subject to repair! Spare parts in the form of separate panel units are not available for sale. The exception is only the signal and lighting lamps. In other words, if at least one pointer fails, you will have to buy a shield assembly.

The addresses of the dashboard connectors

The operation of the instruments is controlled by an electronic module, which receives information from the sensors, and sends it to the panel. To connect to it, as well as other nodes, the shield has two pads with the following addresses of the plugs:

"Niva-Chevrolet": the panel of devices, designations

Now consider the "screen" itself. What indicators combined the dashboard? "Chevrolet-Niva" in this regard does not differ in originality. The largest indicators are the tachometer and speedometer. Their round-shaped scales are located in the center of the shield. The arrows of these devices are driven by small separate stepper motors.

Under the tachometer is a liquid crystal screen, which displays information about the temperature of the environment, as well as time. At the bottom of the scale of the speedometer - the same display informing the driver about the total and daily mileage.

To the left of the tachometer is the scale of the coolant temperature sensor, to the right of the speedometer is the fuel gauge in the tank. Both devices have a magnetic-electric design.

In the lower left corner there are indicator lights of the battery discharge indicator, the parking brake, emergency oil pressure in the engine, and another backup light bulb. The lower right corner is occupied by the indicators for the inclusion of dimensions, high-beam headlights and low brake fluid level indicator.

At the top between the scales of the tachometer and the speedometer are the arrows for activating the turn signals (right and left). At the bottom in the center of the flap there is an indicator for switching on the alarm, and below it is a "CHECK" warning lamp.

A few words about the control lamps

Why do I need control lights on the instrument panel? "Chevrolet-Niva" with their help gives the driver signals, that in one of the systems there was a failure. It looks like this:

• A lamp in the form of an oilcan indicates that there is insufficient pressure in the engine lubrication system (this may be due to damage to the crankcase, malfunction of the oil pump or the sensor itself);
• The battery lamp turns on when the battery is no longer charging from the battery (the voltage regulator may be damaged or the generator circuit is broken);
• The lamp in the form of a circle with an exclamation mark inside lights up when the level of the brake fluid in the surge tank drops below the norm (it is better not to continue the movement until the cause of the leakage is determined);
• A light bulb in the form of a schematic engine - "CHECK" may indicate the failure of any sensor, malfunctions in the operation of systems and mechanisms (accurate diagnosis is carried out after reading and decoding the error code);
• The signal indicator in the form of a thermometer located on the top of the scale of the coolant temperature gauge is lit when it is overheated (failure of the radiator fan, temperature sensor, thermostat).

Malfunctions of the dashboard

The instrument panel, like any other electronic unit, is exposed to such harmful factors as short circuit, broken supply or information wires, failure of one of the main units of the device. If you had to deal with a similar problem, first of all, determine what signs of breakdown the shield gives:

• The panel does not function at all, but the engine starts and runs in normal mode;
• The dashboard "Niva-Chevrolet" is not lit, but all the indicators are working (there is no backlighting);
• Does not work speedometer and tachometer;
• The temperature and fuel level sensors are not functioning.

In the first case, most likely, the contact on the connectors of the devices is lost. It is enough to disconnect the pads, to clean contacts, and everything will work again. Such a malfunction can overtake you in the autumn or winter, when the air level is increased.

If the lamps of the instrument panel do not light on the Niva-Chevrolet car, but all its elements work in the normal mode, the cause should be sought in the power wires of the light bulbs, or in the lamps themselves.

The failure of the tachometer or speedometer also indicates a break in the power circuit. The same can be said for malfunctions in fuel level and temperature sensors .

We disassemble the panel

In the event of a defective flap, in order to determine the cause of the failure, it must in any case be disassembled. How do I remove the dashboard? "Niva-Chevrolet" in this sense, problems will not deliver.

This is done as follows:

1. Slotted screwdriver and we take out two plugs. The first is to the right of the alarm button, and the second is in the far right corner of the panel overlay.
2. We turn out the screws that are under the plugs.
3. We pull out the right side of the panel cover, remove the connectors from the control buttons. Remember (take a picture) which connectors are suitable for which buttons!
4. We disengage the left side of the cladding, remove the shoe from the buttons for turning on the headlights and dimensions. Remove and remove the cladding.
5. We unscrew the two screws that fix the dashboard. Disconnect the connectors.
6. Remove the panel.

Reviews about the panel "Chevrolet Niva"

What can you say by looking at the described instrument panel? Chevrolet-Niva, despite the participation of foreign designers in the development of the car, left not far from their relatives. This is a typical VAZ shield, not unlike those that are installed on the new "Samara". Yes, and reviews about him, frankly, do not cause positive emotions. First of all, this concerns the impossibility of repair. The panel broke - buy a new one, and pay at least 8 thousand rubles. But for which such money, if it looks, it is not quite modern.

Tuning options

For those who want to introduce novelty into the interior of the salon, there are special offers in the form of electronic flaps such as Gamma GF 825, GF 826, GF 610 SL, FLASH-I, etc. They look great and are installed without problems.

If you decide to implement such a tuning of the instrument panel, Chevrolet-Niva will immediately change for the better. That's only pay for it will be from 9 to 20 thousand rubles. But for this money you will receive additionally:

• Multifunctional route computer;
• Digital and analog car speed indicators;
• LED indicator lights with two-level alarm;
• Indication of the voltage of the on-board network;
• The AutoSvet system;
• Integrated diagnostic tester of the electronic engine management system;
• The ability to select and adjust the backlight (color, brightness).

Well, if you do not have the opportunity to spend such money, you can update the panel with the help of special tuning kits. They include patches for instruments and indicators (of different colors) and backlight elements. There are similar sets of 500-800 rubles.