VAZ 2107 instrument panel description

Hello everyone, today I want to look at the instrument panel on a VAZ 2107 car. This article is suitable for those who have just bought this car or are generally a beginner, but really want to understand the instrument cluster.

The instrument panel of the VAZ 2107 consists of indicators that display performance indicators of the engine and other important components of the car. Instrument readings allow you to immediately notice malfunctions and eliminate them in a timely manner. Therefore, it is imperative to know what each device on the control panel is responsible for and monitor their readings.

Instrument panels VAZ-2107: diagram, description

The VAZ 2107 car is equipped with a dashboard, which is necessary for the driver to monitor traffic conditions and notice malfunctions in time. When driving a car, the driver is obliged to monitor not only the road surface, but also the condition of the main parts of his vehicle. These main parts include:

movement speed;
engine temperature;
presence of fuel in the tank;
amount of oil in the engine.

And these are just the main points that the driver monitors while the car is moving. This article will tell you about the main elements of the instrument panel, which will be discussed in the diagram below.

What does the panel consist of?

The panel consists of a large number of elements that are responsible for the operation of certain components of the VAZ 2107 car. The instrument panel is located in the car interior and is directly embedded in the dashboard on the driver’s side. The main elements are located under a special plastic transparent glass, which protects them from mechanical damage. The elements of the instrument panel include the following elements:

Accumulator charging;
speedometer;
odometer;
tachometer;
motor temperature sensor;
ECON – instantaneous fuel consumption indicator;
additional signaling elements;
resettable odometer;
and 10 – fuel level in the gas tank and warning light.

Let's briefly look at the purposes of each of these elements.

Speedometer. The device located on the right side of the panel is called a speedometer. Serves as an informant for the driver about the speed of the vehicle. The scale has values from 0 to 180, which indicates the speed of the vehicle. There are two dials on the device that keep track of the distance traveled by the “seven”. One of them has the ability to adjust, but the bottom one does not.
Tachometer. The device located on the left side serves to inform the owner about the crankshaft rotation speed in relation to a unit of time. Most drivers do not really understand the purpose of this element and rarely pay attention to it. But this element is very important, since it is a direct indicator of the quality of engine operation. The closer the arrow gets to the red mark, the more the motor is overloaded. And when it crosses the red line, the car’s movement should be stopped immediately, since the engine is operating in critical mode.
ECON flow indicator. The indicator, located in the upper left corner of the instrument panel, performs the function of indicating the consumption of the fuel mixture in instantaneous time while the engine is running. When driving at speeds above 90 km/h, fuel consumption increases and the arrow moves to a yellow position. A very useful feature for the driver to be able to save fuel.
Temperature indicator. Designed to indicate the motor temperature value. Above 100 degrees Celsius, the needle moves to the red mark, which indicates overheating.
Fuel indicator. Using this indicator, drivers determine the amount of fuel in the tank, which is transmitted through an electronic sensor and level.
Battery charge. Indicates how good the battery is; position on the red mark indicates the need to recharge.

These are only the main components of the instrument panel; we will look at all the elements in more detail in the diagrams.

Instrument panel diagrams

So, the operating diagram of the instruments located on the main panel in the cabin includes the following elements and combinations:

indicator of the presence of engine oil in the engine;
coolant temperature sensor;
mounting switching block;
fuel sensor;
combinations of turns;
indicator of the amount of fuel in the tank;
tachometer;
coolant temperature indicator;
turning off the ignition;
ignition relay;

The diagram shows the relationship of the sensors on the instrument panel with the main elements that directly perform the main work. Pointers only read information from operating devices and display it in an understandable form for human perception.

The above diagram makes it clear about the exact location of the instruments on the dashboard, which are important elements in driving the VAZ 2107.

1	Lever designed to switch wiper and washer modes
2	Buzzer button
3	Turn signal control lever
4	Headlight switch (high, low)
5	Elements for supplying fresh or warm air to the cabin
6	Hydraulic adjustment of headlights
7	Lever designed to open the hood
8	12V power socket
9	Turning off the ignition
10	Turning on the hazard warning lights
11	Clutch
12	Brake
13	Heater switch
14	Instrument panel lighting switch button
15	Gas/accelerator
16	Head unit
17	Switch panel (outside light, heater fan, heated rear window)
18	Hand or parking brake
19	Lamp indicating that seat belts are not fastened
20	Reserve
21	Transfer speed switch
22	Built-in mechanical clock
23	Cigarette lighter with additional 12V socket
24	Lamp indicating the operation of the rear window heating
25	Warning light indicating the presence of brake fluid
26	Built-in ashtray
27	Storage box
28	Shelf for tools and things
30	Choke or manual gas
35	Instrument clusters

Based on the above information, we can say that the VAZ 2107 car has in its set almost all the elements necessary to control the movement of the vehicle. It is important to monitor the operation of each device; if any of them does not function, then operation of the car is prohibited until the problem is corrected.

Another article will tell you how to replace and repair instrument panel sensors. At this point, all the necessary information on instrument panel diagrams for owners of the “Seven” is described and will become useful.

Digital indicators

Now let's move on to digital indicators. There are only two of them: the total mileage of the car and the daily mileage.

Total mileage - located under the speedometer needle, has a value range from 0 to 99,999 km. Shows the number of kilometers traveled over the entire period. Helps determine the mileage required for an oil change and timely overhaul;
Daily mileage - located above the speedometer needle. Its range is from 0 to 999 km. Helps calculate fuel consumption per 100 km, under different driving modes.

That's all, we have figured out what each sensor and device means. It is highly recommended that you do not ignore them, and the chance of an unpleasant surprise on your trip will be greatly reduced.

Controls and monitoring devices of VAZ 2107

The location of the controls and control devices of the VAZ 2107 car is shown in the figure.

1 — switch lever for windshield wipers and washers of the windshield and headlights. It is energized if the key in the ignition switch is in position I or III. At lever position:

I — windshield wiper is off;
II - the windshield wiper operates intermittently;
III - the windshield wiper operates continuously.

By moving the lever towards you, the windshield washer is turned on, and if the high beam headlights are on, the windshield wipers and headlight washers are turned on at the same time.

2 — sound signal switch. Constantly under voltage.

3 — direction indicator switch lever. It is energized if the ignition key in the ignition switch is in position I. When the lever is moved to position “A”, the right turn indicators are turned on, and in position “B” - the left turn indicators. When the car enters the straight line after a turn, the lever automatically returns to its original position. This operation can also be performed manually.

Description of the instrument panel VAZ 2107

Hello everyone, today I want to look at the instrument panel on a VAZ 2107 car. This article is suitable for those who have just bought this car or are generally a beginner. The instrument panel of the VAZ 2107 consists of indicators that display performance indicators of the engine and other important components of the car. Instrument readings allow you to immediately notice malfunctions and eliminate them in a timely manner. Therefore, it is imperative to know what each device on the control panel is responsible for and monitor their readings.

Torpedo VAZ 2107 - its description and purpose

The torpedo (or dashboard) is the front panel of the car, on which the instrument panel, various indicators and indicators, air ducts, etc. are located.

The VAZ 2107 torpedo consists of a large number of different elements:

Ashtray body.
Bracket for securing the glove box lid lock.
Ashtray.
Glove box lid lock.
Decorative panel insert for radio receiver mounting.
Radio receiver mounting panel.
Insert for the bottom panel of the radio receiver.
Covering the radio receiver mounting panel.
Insert for the top panel of the radio receiver.
Blank for the windshield heating symbol display.
Dashboard.
Loudspeaker cover.
Dashboard.
Instrument panel insert.
Glove box body.
Glove compartment lid.
Glove box lid hinge link.
Instrument panel shelf.

Instruments and indicators of the VAZ 2107 panel

Voltmeter showing the current voltage of the on-board network.
Speedometer indicating the speed of movement.
Odometer is a counter for the distance traveled by a car.
A tachometer is a device that shows the crankshaft speed. The yellow zone of the device indicates high speeds, the red zone indicates unacceptable speeds.
Coolant temperature indicator. The green zone is normal temperature, the red zone is engine overheating.
An econometer is a device that shows how optimal the engine operating mode is in terms of fuel economy.
Warning Indicators
Indicator of the “daily” car mileage.
Fuel level warning light
Gasoline level indicator in the tank.

Pointer indicators

Pointer indicators are divided into two types: large (speedometer, tachometer) and small, depending on the diameter of the dial. They are located symmetrically on both sides of the indicator lights. Let's look at their purpose:

The speedometer is the main indicator located on the right side of the dashboard. Shows the current speed at which the vehicle is moving. Has 10 divisions, from 0 to 180 km/h. Each division is equal to 20 km/h;
Fuel level sensor - located to the right of the speedometer, on top. Indicates the amount of gasoline in the gas tank. Has yellow and green divisions. If the arrow points to the yellow division, then there are less than five liters of fuel in the tank;
Voltmeter - located under the fuel level sensor, and is used to determine the current strength in the vehicle system. It has 4 divisions, arranged in this order (from left to right) - red, yellow, green, red. If the arrow is on the left red division, then the charge level is low, if on yellow it is normal, on green it is excellent, and on the far right, also red, the current is too high;
Tachometer – located to the left of the indicator lights. Indicates the number of revolutions of the crankshaft in 1 minute. Has 9 divisions, from 0 to 80 X 100 rpm. Each division is 1000 revolutions;
Econometer - located to the left of the tachometer, on top. Indicates the most economical driving mode, depending on the current fuel consumption. It has 3 divisions, designated by colors: red, yellow, green, where red is increased consumption, yellow is moderate, and green, respectively, is minimum consumption;
Coolant temperature sensor – located under the econometer. It indicates the temperature of antifreeze or antifreeze, and has 3 divisions. If the arrow points to a white line, it means the fluid temperature is low and the engine is not warmed up; if the arrow points to green, the temperature is normal, and the red line means the engine is overheating.

Warning lamp block VAZ 2107

Now let's take a closer look at the warning indicator block.

Turn signal indicator (flashes green when turned on).
Injection engine control malfunction lamp (not available on carburetor “sevens”). When the ignition is turned on, the lamp glows orange and should go out after starting. A burning or flashing lamp on a running engine indicates a malfunction.
Battery charge lamp. It lights up red when the ignition is turned on and should go out as soon as the engine starts. If it continues to light, the battery is not charged. In this case, it is necessary to determine the source of the problem and fix the breakdown.
Dimensions indicator. Lights up green when the side lights are on.
Lamp signaling the inclusion of high beam headlights (lights blue).
Brake fluid level lamp for the hydraulic brake system.
Low oil pressure indicator. Lights up red when the ignition is turned on. It should go out after the engine starts. It is unacceptable to operate the machine if the oil pressure light is on.
Parking brake light that illuminates red when the brake lever is raised.
Yellow fuel reserve lamp. Lights up when there is less than 5 liters of gasoline left in the tank.

VAZ 2107 dashboard indicators

The low oil pressure light comes on. You should immediately turn off the engine, stop and check the oil level in the crankcase. If necessary, add oil and then start the engine. If the oil level is sufficient and the lamp is on, you cannot continue driving. The car needs to be towed to the repair site. Otherwise, the bearings (crankshaft bearings) will wear out or rotate and the engine will knock or jam, which will require expensive overhauls.
The battery warning light comes on. In this situation, you can continue driving, but you should take into account that you won’t be able to travel far, especially at night, as the battery will quickly discharge. You need to start by checking the condition of the terminals. If they are oxidized, clean them. If the terminals are in order, it is necessary to check the functionality of the generator or voltage regulator relay (often the reason for the lack of charge lies precisely in the latter).
If the brake fluid level warning light comes on, you should stop immediately. It is unacceptable to continue driving with faulty brakes. After stopping, it is necessary to add brake fluid and check the functionality of the brake system. If the brakes work, you can drive to the repair site yourself. Otherwise, you need to fix the breakdown on site or call a tow truck.
If the coolant temperature gauge needle is in the red zone of the scale, you need to stop to let the engine cool down. When the temperature drops, you can check the condition of the pipes and the coolant level. If the level is normal, then you can try to go to a service station to find out the cause of the breakdown. Most often this is a malfunction of the thermostat or radiator fan. The VAZ 2107 panel is not equipped with an alarm or an additional lamp that lights up when the engine overheats. Therefore, inexperienced drivers often do not notice this problem, which can lead to antifreeze boiling away or even jamming the engine.

Important: do not open the expansion tank or climb into the pipes when the engine is not cooled down. Otherwise you may get burned.

If the fuel level needle is at zero or the yellow “reserve” light comes on, you need to refuel. The “reserve” range is about 50 km.

Auto repair

The left side of the dashboard of the VAZ-2107
The right side of the VAZ-2107 dashboard
Ignition switch VAZ-2107
"Emergency light" and "choke" VAZ-2107
Ignition key in position I (ignition)
Dashboard readings when idling VAZ-2107

The most important indicators of the vehicle’s “life activity” are located on the car’s dashboard.
There are few of them, but you need to know them well in order to notice a malfunction in time. While driving, a professional driver periodically (every 2-3 minutes) takes a quick glance at the dashboard to assess the operation of the most important systems of the car, and, if necessary, adjust his actions.

Here are the most common emergency situations while driving:

The oil pressure warning light comes on . You must stop driving and turn off the engine! Check the oil level in the engine sump. If it is insufficient, you need to add oil and start the engine. If the alarm light continues to light, then you need to turn off the engine and look for a way to transport the car by tow to the repair site. If you continue driving with the warning light for insufficient oil pressure, then after a few minutes your engine will “knock” - the connecting rod bearings will turn. If you continue driving after this, then after a few more minutes the engine will simply jam. The consequences will be the saddest - you will have to do a major overhaul of the engine.
The battery discharge warning light comes on . Here the consequences will not be so catastrophic. First of all, check the battery terminals - maybe they are oxidized and there is simply no reliable contact. If this does not help, then for some reason the generator is not producing the required level of current to charge the battery - this means that all the car’s power is supplied from the battery. If it is daytime in good weather, then you can try to get to the nearest service station. In this case, you must turn off all electrical appliances (windshield wiper, radio, heater, etc.). A good battery under such conditions can last 100 kilometers or more (in this case, the battery energy only goes to power the engine ignition system). Most often in such cases, the voltage regulator relay fails.
If the brake fluid warning light comes on , stop immediately (if this is still possible)! Here the consequences can be the most catastrophic, because... this is directly related to traffic safety - driving without brakes is not an extreme sport that needs to raise the adrenaline in your blood. First, check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary. If the brake system has not completely depressurized and the car can slow down, try to slowly drive to the nearest service station or garage. Otherwise, call a mechanic or fix the cause of the breakdown yourself on the spot.
The coolant temperature sensor is in the red zone - unfortunately, the "classic" does not have an engine boiling alarm - an inexperienced driver can easily "miss" this moment (although it is necessary not to notice how steam will pour out from under the hood be able to). It is necessary to stop driving and allow the engine to cool. Do not immediately go under the hood and try to open the radiator cap - you are guaranteed a severe burn! After the engine has cooled down, check the coolant level and add if necessary. If the coolant system pipe has not broken, then try to slowly drive to a garage or service station and find out the reason for the increase in temperature. The most common: thermostat failure; The radiator fan does not turn on.
The fuel level sensor is at zero - when there is less than 5 liters of gasoline left in the gas tank, a warning light comes on, which cannot be ignored. Find the nearest gas station and fill up with gasoline.

Also, while driving, pay attention to the tachometer needle readings - engine speed should not exceed 5000 rpm.

An experienced driver will try to keep the economy needle in the green zone, thereby ensuring the most economical driving mode.

The left side of the dashboard of the VAZ-2107

On the left side of the VAZ-2107 dashboard there are:

Engine efficiency sensor (red sector - uneconomical engine operating mode; green sector - optimal mode ).
Engine coolant temperature sensor (white sector – “cold” engine ; green sector – mode ; red sector – engine “boiled” ).
Tachometer - shows the engine speed.

The right side of the VAZ-2107 dashboard

On the right side of the VAZ-2107 dashboard there are:

Speedometer - shows the speed of the vehicle (km/h). The lower counter shows the total mileage of the vehicle; the top counter is the “local” mileage (the driver has the ability to reset this counter).
Fuel sensor (the warning light lights up if there is less than 5 liters of gasoline left in the tank).
Battery charge level sensor (red sector - discharged battery ; green sector - normal battery charge; yellow sector - battery overcharge

Between the left and right parts of the dashboard there is a signal panel:

direction indicator;
signal light for opening the air damper (choke);
emergency lamp for lack of battery charge;
side light signal lamp;
high beam headlight warning light;
warning light for lack of oil pressure;
parking brake and brake fluid warning light.

Ignition switch VAZ-2107

The ignition switch of the VAZ-2107 has 4 positions:

III (parking position) - initial position of the key. Only in this position can the ignition key be inserted and removed. In this position, the following operate: windshield wiper, heater, exterior lighting. Be careful - in this position, all electrical appliances are powered by the battery (since the engine is turned off), therefore, prolonged operation of electrical appliances in this position will quickly discharge the battery!
0 — in this position all electrical appliances are turned off.
I (ignition) - In this key position, all position III circuits are turned on + ignition system, generator excitation, control devices, turn signal. Be careful - in this position of the key with the engine not running, the ignition coil can quickly fail.
II (starter) - in this position all circuits of position I + starter are turned on. Be careful - it is highly not recommended to install the key in this position while the engine is running - you can damage the starter.

Positions III, 0, I are fixed. In position II , the key must be held in the ignition switch.

"Emergency light" and "choke" VAZ-2107

The hazard warning light button is located on the right side of the steering column (under the windshield wiper and low-beam headlight control levers).

The choke cable is located under the “dashboard”, slightly below the hazard warning button.

Ignition key in position I (ignition)

In this position, the oil pressure and battery charge warning lights are sure to light up, because When the engine is not running, there is no pressure in the lubrication system and the generator does not generate current to charge the battery. Since starting a cold engine without choke is extremely difficult, in the vast majority of cases it is recommended to slightly close the air damper.

Dashboard readings when idling VAZ-2107

After the engine is started, it is recommended to warm it up at idle speed. In this mode the key is also in position I.

The battery charge and oil pressure alarms should go off.

In the photo the parking brake light is on.

The choke is still turned on, so the tachometer shows slightly higher engine speeds (at idle speed of a warm engine, its speed should not exceed 1000 rpm).

The battery charge level should be approximately in the same position as indicated in the photo. If the arrow is in the white or red zone (the low battery warning light should light up), then the generator does not produce current. If the arrow is in the yellow zone, this means that the battery is being recharged (apparently, the battery electrolyte has “boiled away”).

You can judge that the engine has warmed up and you can start driving by looking at the coolant temperature sensor (it will be enough for the sensor needle to start rising in the white zone).

Don't forget about the suction! Before you start moving, you can “beat off” the choke, if not completely, then at least half, and after 3-5 minutes of movement you need to beat off the choke completely.

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