Attention! Check front wheel alignment, tire condition, and tire pressure before diagnosing a problem with the brake system. If there are malfunctions in the anti-lock braking system of the brakes, the system must be repaired at a service station.
Vehicle pulls to one side when braking
- There was oil on the brake pads on one side of the car.
- The piston is completely or partially stuck in the caliper.
- Brake pads with different friction material are used on different sides of the car.
- Loose caliper mounting bolts.
- Worn or damaged steering or suspension components.
Brake noise when braking
- The friction lining of the brake pad is completely worn out.
- Severe brake disc corrosion (may occur if the car has not been used for a long time).
- A pebble has fallen into the gap between the brake disc and the brake shield.
Too much brake pedal travel
- Faulty brake master cylinder.
- There is air in the hydraulic brake system.
- The vacuum brake booster is faulty.
Pedal softness when braking
- Damage to the rubber hoses of the brake system.
- Loose brake master cylinder.
- Faulty brake master cylinder.
- There is air in the hydraulic brake system.
When you press the brake pedal, you need to apply a lot of force
- The vacuum brake booster is faulty.
- The brake booster vacuum hose is disconnected or damaged.
- Damage in one of the circuits of the hydraulic brake system.
- Stuck caliper piston.
- Brake pads installed incorrectly.
- Incorrect brake pads installed.
- The brake pads are dirty.
- On models with diesel engines, the vacuum pump is faulty.
The appearance of strong vibration when braking on the brake pedal or steering wheel
- Severe wear or warping of the brake discs.
- Complete wear of the brake pads.
- Loose caliper mounting bolts.
- The steering or suspension elements are not securely fastened.
Constant braking of wheels
- Stuck piston in brake caliper.
- Parking brake incorrectly adjusted.
- Faulty brake master cylinder.
Locking rear wheels under moderate braking
- The rear brake pads are dirty.
- Warped rear brake discs.