We install the air conditioner on the Lada Priora with our own hands

For most people, the most cherished dream is to buy a car. Some people collect and save money for several years, while others are able to save up for a car much faster. It all depends on the balance of personal needs and existing opportunities. If you have a good job that brings in regular income, then you can soon buy a used car or take out a car loan.

Many people want to have a car in the latest configuration, with advanced technical characteristics and additional useful functionality. But not every car enthusiast is able to afford such luxury. However, the car can be refurbished and supplemented with new components. Modern advances in the automotive industry make it possible to tune any brand of car. Some budget cars come with only essential equipment as standard. But everyone wants more comfort and convenience. That is why one of the popular devices that is not included in the basic package is an air conditioner.

Not all domestic cars are equipped with climate control systems. For example, the basic configuration of the Lada Priora car does not have air conditioning. But not everyone can afford equipment that costs more than the basic one. In addition, more expensive car equipment includes a number of other functions that you can do without. Due to the fact that the Priora initially provides for the possibility of installing an air conditioner, which is not available only due to the low cost of the package, it is easy to install and connect it to the heating system yourself .

Air Conditioner Installation Guide

Before you complete this task, you need to decide which option you will use. There are quite a lot of manufacturers of air conditioning units on the market today, so the purchased unit must meet the requirements and characteristics of the car. The device must have a long service life, resistant to vibrations that are typical for cars used to drive on our roads. It's no secret that our car enthusiasts are more inclined to trust Conder cars and products in general from foreign manufacturers.

How to connect an air conditioner to a Priora with power steering

If we talk about foreign installations, here you can choose Panasonic, Halla or any other system. As for domestic manufacturers, according to reviews, the August air conditioner has proven itself well.

The installation kit should include:

• cooling radiator or air conditioning radiator;
• the installation itself, which includes the Priora air conditioning compressor;
• tension roller bracket;
• highways.

Heating device of the Hull installation
If we talk about the domestic product, then in this case the only drawback can be called the evaporator housing, since it is plastic, which raises certain doubts. There is a possibility that the compressor will fail before other elements. In any case, you need to choose a manufacturer in accordance with the reviews that our car enthusiasts leave online.

Installing an air conditioning system involves removing the heating system, which first requires dismantling the air filter housing and draining the coolant. Next, the front bumper is dismantled. After removing the components, you can begin to remove the generator. The kit for the installed air conditioner must include a separate generator designed for a specific car. So you need to install the device instead of the old one.

First of all, you need to install supports on which the unit’s compressor, as well as the generator, will be mounted. Next, you should fix the tension roller installation bracket. To mount the roller bracket, you may need to drill a hole in the strap cover, after which the oven housings and the evaporation device are connected to each other. Next, on a Priora with air conditioning, you should install a compressor, radiator, and fan. After installing the components, including the roller, all elements must be included in the wiring diagram.

Scheme of operation of a foreign-made air conditioner Frost

If you choose a Russian-made unit, please note that it does not include a cabin air filter element. Therefore, you will have to isolate the electric motor in the cooling system yourself. If you notice that the unit does not turn on, you may need to refuel it, which, in turn, involves dismantling the radiator. Of course, in this case we are talking about Russian-made Conders.

If you notice that the air conditioner is not working, this does not necessarily indicate that the unit is not working. Perhaps the compressor is overheating, or perhaps the bearing simply needs to be replaced. In any case, you should not immediately think that the manufacturer is to blame - you need to diagnose all elements of the cooling system.

Replacing the cabin filter in a Priora with Panasonic air conditioning

You can do this yourself or contact a repair shop. When replacing yourself, consider the following points:

• The cabin filter for Priora is different for each type of air conditioner;
• When replacing the filter, keep the electrical diagram at hand;
• keep the Priora air conditioner diagram on hand.

If you can figure out these circuits, then replacing the filter will not be a difficult task.

The feedback system of AVTOVAZ OJSC received a question from you:

06.28.10 “Your question Hello! In possession - VAZ-21723, 2008, equipment 01-015. Mileage 67000 without problems. Is it possible to purchase a factory Panasonic or Halla air conditioning system kit yourself? And, if so, what is the estimated price? Sincerely, Vladislav"

07/01/10 “Good afternoon, Vladislav! Unfortunately no. Due to the increasingly complex requirements for the switching system and the need to unconditionally ensure the reliability of the system's operation, the developers and suppliers of the control system do not provide approval or guarantee for the conversion of previously produced vehicles. Installation of the specified equipment on LADA PRIORA vehicles under PSSS conditions is not allowed. "

Department of inspection of service and sales network enterprises. Head Office. Anton Vladimirovich

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Sometimes it seems that VAZ is going too far, deliberately complicating the questions))) Or they want to sell new cars, so they answer that way. Who can tell what is highlighted in red?

__________________ All expenses for operating my machine have been in one hand since July 2008, for those interested, you can see it here

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Every modern car must have a cooling system

Purchasing a car becomes one of the most cherished desires for many; many take years to achieve their goal, others cope with it much faster. This process depends on how well your requests match the available capabilities. So, for example, if, with a very impressive income, you intend to purchase a used car from a domestic manufacturer, then no special difficulties should arise in solving the tasks at hand.

It’s another matter when a person with an average income dreams of purchasing some foreign, rare car. Here you will have to try much harder and some will even need to draw up a business plan that will allow you to optimally approach the process of implementing your plan. However, even when you are close to your goal, there are some obstacles that prevent you from enjoying your achievement. One of the most common such obstacles is problems with the vehicle equipment. Moreover, this applies not only to those models that are purchased second-hand, but also to cars from showrooms.

Some technical data sheets do not reflect everything necessary for the correct choice of car, so some buyers consider themselves to be somewhat deceived. So, for example, some people don’t have enough spare parts, or the company refuses to fix some problems during the current warranty. All this forces the driver to cope with the current situation on his own. For some, this can be done very easily, while others (for a variety of reasons) must undergo several trainings and master classes in advance on correcting errors in the operation of the mechanism or improving a particular system.

Installation of foreign-made climate systems

Lada Priora air conditioner "August" is one of the most inexpensive options. If you want to buy a higher quality device, then you can opt for the Hull, Panasonic or Frost systems. In practice, the latest model is characterized by good compatibility with the Priora heating system, due to which the air flow filtration will be of better quality. As for the installation scheme, it is practically no different (the author of the video is Auto World).

But Frost also has its drawbacks: it happens that the installation gets very hot, does not cool the air well, and generally does not cope well with its assigned functions. But even if the unit works well, it will take longer to cool the interior. This is because the compressor itself is not particularly powerful. But despite the disadvantages, Frost also has advantages. When the air conditioning is turned on, it will generally not affect the functionality of the vehicle.

It should also be noted that the air conditioning units of this manufacturer were tested in African countries, and this says a lot. In particular, during testing, the installation cooled the interior well, while the engine of cars of various brands did not overheat. On sale you can find several variants of Frost condensers, which differ from each other only in the installation method. When installing the device, you will need to remove the heating system damper, but this will allow you to install an air filter, which is no less important.

In any case, when purchasing, you should focus on your preferences, as well as your budget. If the device gets very hot, you need to pay attention to diagnosing all its components and components. As a rule, this problem is caused by the need to replace the radiator. In addition, during operation, one should not forget about refueling the system, as well as its periodic cleaning. We have already written in more detail about how to clean the air conditioner on your own using improvised means; you will find information about this here.

About refilling the air conditioner

You need to pump 500 g of refrigerant into the Priora air conditioner. Until 1995, R12 freon was pumped into air conditioners, but it was considered toxic due to its high fluorine content. Therefore, R134A freon is now in use. Preparing for refueling looks like this:

• special cleaning foam from a can is pumped into the air conditioner radiator;
• the radiator closes. The car engine starts and idles. At the same time, the air conditioner turns on. It must run for at least 15 minutes so that the foam passes through the entire recirculation system;
• vacuum is performed. A pump is connected to the air conditioner, which removes air from the system along with foam and moisture.

Refueling

To refill the air conditioner, the driver must purchase a metrology station and a can of freon.

High pressure hoses in the station are always red, low pressure hoses are always blue

The station is a system of hoses, adapters and pressure gauges connected to the air conditioner.

1. The station hose is connected to the low pressure fitting on the air conditioner pipeline (it is usually painted blue or has the English designation “low”).

   
   Tube fittings are usually marked “high” and “low”

2. The engine starts and idles, and the number of revolutions per minute should not be lower than 1400 (for this you will have to fix the gas pedal with something, or ask someone for help).
3. When the engine is running, maximum recirculation of the air conditioner is turned on, then the low pressure valve at the station smoothly opens.
4. The freon cylinder is turned upside down, after which the tap is opened on it.
5. The refrigerant begins to flow from the cylinder into the system. At the same time, the driver controls the pressure using a pressure gauge - it should not exceed 280 kPa.
6. When the air in the cabin warms up to a temperature of 10–15°C, refueling stops.

Video: how to refill the air conditioner

Electrical circuit diagram of the air conditioning and heating system

Priora air conditioner wiring diagram

Addresses of contact blocks of the air conditioning and heating system ch1

Addresses of contact blocks of the air conditioning and heating system ch2

Air conditioning for VAZ

Air conditioners on VAZ are the result of the joint work of Japanese and Russian engineers, who created them to be reliable and designed to last the entire life of the vehicle. Avgust car air conditioners were developed jointly with the Japanese (the company produces 400,000 air conditioners per year).

Air conditioners “August” are manufactured entirely on the basis of “Unicla” components.

Air conditioners on the VAZ “August” provide comfortable conditions according to RD 37.001.018 in the interiors of VAZ cars in all driving modes. The “August” air conditioner installed on a VAZ car in combination with its heater, ventilation system, air recirculation and controls is a single complex - an air conditioning unit that allows heating, cooling and dehumidifying the air in the car interior.

Air conditioners for the VAZ “August” are designed for installation on cars:

• VAZ-2170 “LADA-PRIORA”
• VAZ-21214 LADA “NIVA 4X4”
• VAZ-1118 LADA-KALINA

and their modifications.

Technical characteristics of VAZ air conditioners: Cold output - 5400 W Maximum power taken from the engine - 5 l/s Increased fuel consumption during operation of the unit: - 90 km/h at an air temperature of 40 °C - 0.6 l/100 km - 120 km/ h at an air temperature of 40 ° C - 0.8 l/100 km - urban mode - 1.0 l/100 km Accuracy of maintaining the temperature in the cabin - 2 ° C Full service life before replacement - 1,000,000 km (except for the tension roller and drive belt). The cost of all models of air conditioners for the Lada is from 12 thousand UAH. For more details, call!

Air conditioning for Lada Priora Installed on models: VAZ 21102, 2111, 21122, 21124-01, 2170 with / without power steering

Air conditioning for Lada "Kalina" Installed on models: VAZ 1118, VAZ 1119 Kalina

Air conditioning for Chevrolet Niva Installed on the model: VAZ 2123 Chevrolet Niva

Air conditioning for Lada “Samara” Installed on models: VAZ 2115, 2114, 2113, 21093 (8-valve and 16-valve engines)

Air conditioning for Niva Installed on model: 21214 (included with power steering, ABS)

Air conditioning for "Grant" Installed on the model: VAZ 2190 Granta

Why does Priora have air conditioning?

Before you find out how to install a cooling system with a control unit in accordance with the electrical diagram and whether this is possible, let's understand its purpose. Today, buying a Priora with a climate control system is not a particularly cheap pleasure. Therefore, many owners decide to equip their car with Halla, Panasonic or another climate system. Installing an air conditioner in any case is a reasonable decision if the driver wants to achieve comfort when driving a vehicle.

All elements for the air conditioning system of Lada Priora

Moreover, the air conditioning on the Priora will subsequently affect the cost of the car when sold. And if you consider that many motorists today change their cars quite often, this seems quite advisable. Installing a climate control unit with your own hands (Hall, Panasonic) with a coupling, rollers, all pipes, pressure sensors, an air conditioner fan and other elements will not only cool the interior. With proper installation of the electrical circuit, it is possible to ensure that the switched on operating station will cool the motor when it warms up. Currently, such an installation is indispensable, especially when operating a vehicle in the heat.

If the air conditioner does not turn on

Sometimes the air conditioner categorically refuses to turn on after installation. Here's why this might happen:

• problems with electrical wiring. It is necessary to carefully inspect the wires for damaged insulation and short circuits. You should also check the latches on all terminal blocks. Some of them, being new, do not always fit tightly into place, which leads to an open circuit;
• error when assembling the electrical circuit. This is another common option. Each air conditioner model has its own basic assembly diagram. It is difficult to make a mistake when assembling it, since all the important wires have insulation of different colors. However, an error cannot be ruled out. The solution is obvious: check the instructions again and find the error;
• The fuse has blown. Usually the same F9 that was mentioned above is lit. This can happen due to a short circuit in the electrical wiring, or due to an incorrectly assembled circuit. If the air conditioner does not turn on, you need to remove the fuse and inspect it. If it fails, the thread in it will be broken, and its body will be slightly melted. This fuse must be replaced. Then you should carefully check the wiring. And only after that you can try to start the air conditioner again.

  
  A blown fuse always has a broken thread.

How to refill - instructions

We must not allow a decrease in the volume of freon - this will have a detrimental effect on the system. To independently fill freon into a car, you will need a test connector (a set of tools for manually filling refrigerant). Using it, you need to do the following:

• Attach the freon cylinder to the Conder valve and turn the test connector valve. Press the gas pedal a couple of times.
• Freon will be evenly distributed throughout the system. The main thing is not to overdo it, because if it is overloaded, the system will not work better.
• Disconnect the cylinder from the system and close the valve.

This method of refueling the air conditioner is suitable for almost all VAZ cars - for example, the Lada Vesta can be refueled in the same way.

Air conditioning is a necessary condition for comfort in the summer. Previously, it was not so necessary, because a person was unlikely to stand in car queues for several hours, under the scorching sun, and it was possible to ventilate the interior after parking in the heat by opening all the doors. If Conder has become accessible as a benefit, it means that it is possible and even necessary to use it.

1. To cool the interior faster, first lower all the windows and ventilate the car for a couple of minutes. Then turn on the air conditioner at high power and direct the flow through the central and side deflectors (windows from which air blows).

Do not direct a cold air stream at the glass: temperature changes (it’s hot outside) can cause them to crack. 2. After a couple of minutes, the air will become cold - then turn the fan to low speed and the air supply to your feet. 3.

When is it necessary to change?

Now let's look at how often you need to replace the purifier in the Lada Priora. According to official regulations, the old filter must be replaced with a new one every 10 thousand kilometers if the vehicle is used under normal operating conditions. When they are harsher and you often drive your car on dusty roads in large cities, then you need to change the cleaner every 5-7.5 thousand kilometers.

User INVENMEN YURIY made a video that shows in detail how to change the cabin filter.

By what signs can you determine that it is time to make repairs and install a new cabin filter:

• the air inside the car has become dirty;
• car windows sweat a lot, even in dry weather and no humidity outside;
• a damp smell appeared in the car interior, which intensified when the heating system was activated;
• the glass blowing became weaker.

Connecting the air conditioner to the on-board network

After installing all the elements and pipes of the air conditioner, it must be connected to the car's electrical network. Here's how it's done.

A pressure sensor included in the air conditioner kit is mounted on the high-pressure pipe. A relay unit is mounted in any free space in the engine compartment

Its wiring is connected to the air conditioner in accordance with the diagram supplied with the device.

The common wiring harness is pulled into the passenger compartment, where the contacts are connected to the vehicle's electronic control unit, to the heater control unit and to the air conditioning buttons.

Particular attention should be paid to the air conditioner fuse. It is located in the mounting block under the steering column

In the diagram it is designated as F9. In a Priora without air conditioning, this fuse is responsible for the condition of the standard heater. After connecting the air conditioner, it will also be responsible for the recirculation unit.