Among budget cars, one of the most popular models is the Chevrolet Lanos. This car is preferred by many, since the model does not have many competitors in terms of price / quality ratio. The car is really good for our conditions, but in terms of equipment it is "poor". Even such a device as an on-board computer is missing. But he is very useful and provides the driver with all the necessary information. But the on-board computer can be installed on Lanos. And how to do this, we will consider further.

Suitable models of on-board computers

Chevrolet Lanos is equipped with power plants that meet the Euro-2 standard. Car systems are controlled by ECUs, which are installed on this car of several types. But all of them can be synchronized with some models of on-board computers.

The most popular on-board computer on the Chevrolet Lanos is the Cyclone, but several models of Multitronics devices are also suitable for this car. Depending on the selected device, it can be placed in the upper part of the panel, on the windshield or in a DIN niche (provided that a 2DIN radio is not installed in the car).

The Cyclone on-board computer is designed to be installed instead of the standard clock on the front panel. It is a relatively simple device, but at the same time it provides the driver with all the most required information:

• Actual mileage;
• Fuel consumption (average, instant);
• Battery charge level;
• Power plant revolutions;
• Temperature (inside, outside);
• Average speed;

In addition, it reads system error codes, can signal an overspeed, it has a built-in clock, alarm clock and timer. There is a whole list of settings (brightness and color of the display, signal volume, etc.). In general, an on-board computer is a really useful device.

With all this, "Cyclone" refers to budget devices and can be purchased on the market for 3-3.5 thousand rubles. Along with the computers themselves, the kit also contains all the necessary means for connecting and detailed instructions, how it's done. The connection is made to the Lanos diagnostic connector on the panel.

Also, some models of Multitronics on-board computers (RC-700 or SL-50V) are an excellent option for use on Lanos. These devices for the Lanos car are designed to be installed in a DIN niche (we place the device under the radio). Multitronics on-board computers are universal and suitable for a variety of vehicles. In functional terms, they are more "advanced" in comparison with the "Cyclone" and in addition to the above functions, these on-board computers also allow:

• Display a graph of the parameters of the motor;
• Connect parking sensors (front, rear);
• Notify about forgotten included lighting devices;
• Control the operation of the injectors (duration, injection quality);
• Read and clear ECU errors;

Also, after connecting a special cable, the on-board computer can operate in the oscilloscope mode, which allows detailed diagnostics of the power plant. But the cost of computers Multitronics is higher - about 5 thousand rubles.

Self-installation Multitronics SL-50V

The installation process starts with de-energizing on-board network... To do this, simply throw off the "negative" terminal from the battery. Before starting work, you also need to learn how to remove the panel on a Chevrolet Lanos, since this will be needed for installation work.

The installed radio tape recorder will interfere, so it must be dismantled. By the way, for the convenience of reading readings from the on-board computer display, it can be swapped with the radio tape recorder (install the radio tape recorder below in the DIN niche, under the board computer).

An on-board computer is a luxury for budget cars. Such cars include the Chevrolet Lanos model with a 1.5 engine, which is popular in Russia and the CIS countries. The on-board computer is a convenient and practical device with which you can control various parameters of the engine, etc. In this article, we will consider the process of installing the BC on this model and help you make the right choice.

1 Variants of on-board devices for Chevrolet Lanos

This model was produced until 2008, the engine class complies with Euro-2 standards and is equipped with a simple ECU of three modifications (IEFI-6 and ITMS6F), both of which are capable of synchronized operation with some models of on-board computers. The most popular versions of such devices for Lanos are the Cyclone BC models and some modifications produced by Multitronics. These devices are installed on the windshield, panel or DIN-place.

The on-board computer "Cyclone" is installed in the regular place where the car clock is located. It has a simple structure and characteristics and is a full-fledged trip computer with functions such as:

• current mileage indicator;
• indicator of average and instant fuel consumption;
• notification of exceeding the permissible speed and state of charge of the battery;
• engine speed indicator;
• clock, date, alarm and timer;
• the ability to read ECU error codes;
• measurement of average speed and calculation of fuel based on cost;
• temperature measurement in the passenger compartment and outside the vehicle.

In addition to the presented characteristics, this model of the on-board computer has the ability to adjust the brightness and contrast, as well as the color of the display, and a powerful sound alert. Refers to the type of budget trip computers - the price of the device from different dealers does not exceed 3000-3500 thousand rubles. The kit contains the necessary parts and installation instructions instead of the standard clock on the center panel under the air intakes. In the case of the Chevrolet Lanos model, the connection is made to the diagnostic socket on the dashboard, and the size of the device fully matches the hole for the clock.

Another popular and well-proven computer model for Chevrolet Lanos is the Multitronics SL-50V or RC-700 modification. These models are installed on a panel under a radio tape recorder and have greater capabilities in comparison with the Cyclone version. They support most of the diagnostic protocols on and are universal. Among the advantages are the following:

• the ability to display a graph of instantaneous parameters;
• the ability to connect up to two parking radars;
• notification of non-included dimensions or low beam;
• control of injection duration and fuel quality;
• reading and elimination of engine ECU errors.

In addition, when the optional cable is connected, this on-board computer can also work as an oscilloscope, which allows you to additionally and in more detail diagnose malfunctions of various components of the Chevrolet Lanos car. The cost of such a computer is about 5 thousand rubles.

2 Do-it-yourself installation of the on-board computer Multitronics SL-50V

Before starting the installation of the on-board computer, be sure to remove the negative terminal from the battery, turn off the ignition of your car.

Next, you need to remove the radio panel or the entire radio tape recorder - this will make the installation process more convenient. Now that nothing is interfering with the installation, use a flat screwdriver to pry the center console trim shell and remove it. It is supported by four clips (two at the top and two at the bottom). Be careful when removing, as the plastic clips are very fragile, and it is not very easy to find such parts in a new form.

Next, unscrew the "pocket" of the panel, which is attached to two self-tapping screws, and the cup holders (also 2 self-tapping screws that should be unscrewed). As a result, everything that is below the air conditioner and temperature adjustment keys should be removed on the panel.

On Chevrolet Lanos, there are two types of diagnostic pads - OBD2 for 16 pins and OBD1 or GM12 for 12 pins. If your car has the first type of pad, then you are in luck, and just connect the contacts according to the diagram from the instructions. In the second case, you need to look under the panel on the right side of the driver's feet - there is a GM12 block. It will supply power for the on-board computer.

3 Nuances when connecting electrical wiring

To get to the wiring blocks, you need to remove the plastic lining (unscrew the plastic fastening screw on the left side at the driver's feet). For more convenience, you can also remove the side cover on the left side of the panel - it snaps into place. Next, you need an adapter block, which can be found in the kit with the OBU. The positive power wire of the BC is connected to the positive on the diagnostic block, the common wire to the common contact of the block, "K-Line" to the standard white wire. Further, the wires are insulated and laid under the casing to the exit to the wiring blocks on the left.

Now you need to remove the headlight electro-corrector panel - it is attached to one latch. Next, you need to connect the electrical wiring:

• brown wire of the BC to the block of the headlight corrector to the white wire (there are two of them, for convenience you can call with a tester);
• the fuel level sensor (brown wire) is connected to the standard C206 connector (the largest in the block, white), which is located next to the fuse box behind the trim on the left side at the driver's feet. The wire is connected to the 19th pin (white-black), while you can use the connection through the connector, but not necessary;
• yellow wire (ignition switch and clock illumination to the 8th place in the block);
• if necessary, bring the temperature sensor overboard and connect it to the minus on the on-board computer;
• all wires should be additionally insulated.

In order for the on-board computer to fit on the panel, you should cut off the upper part of the frame that holds the radio tape recorder - without this, place the radio tape recorder and the BC on the panel. In addition, the devices can be swapped for better readout. After starting the engine, the computer should turn on. If this happens, then the connections are correct. According to the instructions, adjust the operating parameters of the device, select backlights, fuel level, consumption, etc.

It is worth noting that the installation of a BC in a car service will cost about 1000-2000 rubles, depending on the region. Do it yourself and save your money.

The main idea that comes to mind after the first minutes of acquaintance with the Cyclone on-board computer is the most budgetary and simple option. Among the numerous competitors with dozens of modes and functions in their arsenal, such an on-board computer looks at least modest.

But simplicity, as they say, is a sign of perfection. How convenient and practical is the Cyclone to work with? There is little information from the manufacturer, but in practice stable work with controllers has been confirmed:

• Mikas 7.6 and 10.3;
• Gionix, OBD-2 compliant;
• January and its analogues.

The device is equipped with a two-line screen. The backlight color is determined at the time of purchase and cannot be changed in the future. The backlight color range can be selected from black, blue or green. Among the declared advantages - minimal, even miniature dimensions and only two control buttons.

Functionality and major modes

The set of basic functions of Cyclone practically does not differ from a similar list of branded "heavy" products with a large graphic screen. The screen displays information about the data on the movement of the car: calculating the stock of movement on the available volume of fuel, the cost of gasoline per hour, per trip or per 100 km, the average consumption per hundred km, time and mileage before refueling, measuring the average speed

The second group of data displays the temperature of air, engine coolant, controller errors, error reset, on-board network voltage, engine speed, fuel, throttle position.

Attention! The on-board computer is complete remote sensor temperature.

Additional modes of the Cyclone on-board computer are minimal, but provide the full functionality of the device:

• full engine testing with display of error codes issued by the machine controller with the ability to reset them;
• the backlight and display contrast of the Cyclone LCD monitor is adjusted in accordance with the illumination, when the dipped beam or side lights are turned on, the backlight is automatically reduced;
• the sound notification system provides options for sounding critical parameters of vehicle operation.

Undeniable benefits

It is possible that Cyclone is a case where appearances are a little deceiving. Most of the branded models of on-board computers use a bright and stylish design, a large screen with a lot of digital data and pictograms. But the degree of their useful use in such models is not much more than on a two-line screen with 16 characters in a line of the Cyclone on-board computer.

The specifics of the computer connection diagram, namely data on mileage and consumed fuel are taken directly from the speed sensor and the injector system. This makes it possible to obtain the most accurate information in comparison with the line of diagnostics.

The main selection criterion

The on-board computer has long been an essential tool for managing vehicle systems and resources. And oddly enough it sounds, but the choice of the model is always "tied" to the dimensions of its case. Especially if the interior of the car and its dashboard do not allow for a large amount of space. In this case, you have to sacrifice the outer side of the on-board computer in favor of functionality. The most common option is to replace the standard numeric clock.

For the simultaneous display of three numerical values ​​of the monitor from two lines is more than enough. It is more practical than microcomputers with a miniature display of three digital LEDs.

For your information! In addition to the light indication on the screen, the computer uses an audible alarm to draw the driver's attention to vehicle overspeeding, engine overheating and critical battery discharge.

In the overwhelming majority, the Cyclone on-board computer is installed as a standard device on cars of class A and B.

Installation

In the on-board computer connection system two pads are used, the first one is for 3 contacts, used to connect the temperature sensor wiring under the bumper. The control circuit is connected with an 8-pin connector:

Customization and use

The on-board computer uses five sequential screens to display information. Each screen contains information about a particular mode. For example, the first screen displays information about date and time, driving speed, engine speed and current fuel consumption. The fifth screen is diagnostic. It reflects information about:

• operating mode of the motor;
• overload on the engine;
• engine antifreeze temperature;
• oxygen sensor data;
• battery voltage.

On the panel of the onboard assistant Cyclone there are two control buttons. The upper one is used to switch screens, the lower one is used to enter the menu settings.

Information about the mode requires additional decryption according to the instructions on the operation of the Cyclone on-board computer. Resetting ECU errors on the screen is done manually.

Data correction

The calculation formulas use averaged data for speed, fuel consumption, and odometer. To bring the readings to real figures, the calculated coefficients should be calculated and entered for each of the parameters.

Video review of the settings and operation of the on-board computer Cyclone: