Replacement of rear brake pads Niva VAZ 21213, 21214, 2131 lada 4x4

How to replace brake pads on a VAZ 21213 yourself

The braking system is very important for driving safety.
Therefore, it is necessary to monitor its serviceability. One of the main elements of the brake system are brake pads (BC), which, due to friction, slow down the rotation of the wheel. Naturally, over time they wear out and require replacement. You can perform the operation of replacing the TC on a Niva yourself in a garage. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXM2A6eFKIM

All elements of the car wear out to varying degrees during operation, depending on the load experienced. The wear of brake pads is influenced by many factors, so the frequency of replacement for each Niva will be different.

SUVs are used in difficult off-road conditions, so they are replaced after 15-20 kilometers. The reason for rapid wear is the nature of the road surface on which the vehicle has to drive: sand, water and dirt.

The wear and tear of the roadway depends not only on the quality of the road surface, but also on other factors:

climatic conditions of the area where the SUV is operated;
driver's driving style;
quality of consumables.

The manufacturer recommends replacement after an average of 30-50 thousand. But given that wear varies, experts strongly recommend checking the brake system every 10 thousand kilometers.

When checking, you need to pay attention to the presence of creaks, other extraneous sounds, and smooth braking. When replacing, in parallel, you should check the integrity of the anthers on the guides, brake hoses, rubber covers, and the degree of wear of the brake discs

This is necessary for timely identification and elimination of faults.

The front axle bears the main load, so the front axles wear out faster than the rear ones. On average, for every rear pad replacement, there are two front pad replacements.

Any driver can understand that there is a problem with the brake pads if he pays attention to the characteristic symptoms:

increased braking distance;
knocking noise when braking hard;
ineffective brake operation;
creaking when braking;
metal shavings on brake discs or pads.

If at least one of the signs appears, it is necessary to check the brake system and replace worn parts if the following signs of wear are found:

cracks and delaminations of the TC are visible;
defects in the form of chips and scratches were found on the surface of the block or lining;
a protruding rim has formed along the edge of the disk;
the thickness of the linings on the pads is less than the required technical specifications;
uneven wear of the TC.

The pads must be changed in pairs: two front, two rear. When replacing the pads on only one wheel, the driver will not be able to brake effectively; the car may pull to the side when braking, which threatens to create an emergency situation on the road. The thickness of the overlay is measured using a caliper. The minimum thickness allowed is 1.5 mm.

To carry out the replacement you will need the following tools:

jack;
wheel wrench;
a set of keys;
pliers;
gas wrench or sliding pliers;
flat blade screwdriver;
hammer;
mounting blade;
support post;
calipers.

Naturally you need to buy new brake pads. It is advisable to have WD-40 penetrating fluid to relieve stuck fasteners.

Changing the pads of the front wheel pair

To make it convenient to work, we place the SUV on a flat, horizontal plane. We place wheel chocks under the rear wheels and set the handbrake. Before dismantling work, we treat the threaded connections with WD-40. We perform the replacement according to the following algorithm:

We tear off the wheel mounting bolts with a spray bottle. Let's jack up the side of the car on which we will carry out the replacement. We install the car on a support stand for safety.
We unscrew all the bolts and remove the wheel.
Using pliers, pull out the cotter pin of the pressure lever (PR) of the lower axle.

We change the rear brake pads on a Chevrolet Cruze with our own hands: part numbers

If you are repairing your car yourself, then it makes sense to buy fairly good brake pads from the Korean manufacturer Hi-Q Sangsin for the price of rubles on this site www. Instructions for replacing rear brake pads on a Chevrolet Cruze Loosen the wheel nuts and jack up one side.

Lubricate all guides. You must first remove all old grease using a rag. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap. Install the pads into the caliper. It is important to be careful not to confuse the right with the left.

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Reinstall the caliper. Tighten the fasteners. Several other companies also produce pads.

Below is information about the manufacturing company that produces such parts, the average cost of the product, as well as the operating features of non-original pads. Therefore, you yourself can determine which brake pads are better for the Chevrolet Cruze.

Changing rear brake pads on a Chevrolet Cruze

Among the products of this Korean company are front brake pads for Chevrolet Cruze, the price of which is significantly lower than that of Chevrolet Cruze rear brake pads. For comparison, the cost of original pads is about rubles per set, while SANGSIN pads will cost rubles depending on the type and model. The products of this manufacturer are of high quality and a set of pads is enough for thousands of km, depending on driving style.

But you need to be careful - there are many fakes of this brand, so you can buy a low-quality part.

The price for them ranges from up to rubles. The result is low quality. The advantages include an increased braking area, but at the same time the brake band has a smooth surface without a pattern, which reduces braking performance.

You will need a hammer or small sledgehammer to break it down. Next stage: Only after completing these steps, a new disk is installed and secured with a standard mount.

Removing and replacing rear brake pads Niva Chevrolet

The principle of operation of the rear and front pads is to bring the wheel to a stationary state, as it is also called sedentary (during slow braking). The only difference is the design of the front and rear brake systems. Rear brakes are used to manually brake a vehicle.

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Removing the pads is done in a similar way with the front wheels. The pads are designed in an arc shape and are replaced in pairs. First, the brake drum is removed, then we measure its internal diameter, which must not be less than 201 mm. The block is removed by removing the tension springs from above and below using a screwdriver. The earring is removed, which serves as a gap adjuster. The cable ends are disconnected and the tension spring is removed. Next, we remove the old worn pads and replace them with new ones. Reassembly of the rear brake pads is carried out similarly to disassembly in reverse order. The brake system of the rear wheels does not require bleeding. It is only necessary to adjust the cable tension and thereby adjust the handbrake lever. To find out more about setting the handbrake, there is an option in the “Chevrolet Niva Handbrake” section.

Replacing the rear brake pads of a Volkswagen Polo sedan.

Replacement

brake pads on all four wheels of a Chevrolet
Niva
will not take more than 4 hours. Only now will you become completely confident in your SUV, and it will never let you down on any road.

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What are pads

The brake pads are arched in the shape of the letter “C” and are installed in the rear wheel drums, where they do their work. The brake pad consists of the following elements:

main part made of special steel;
friction lining applied to the brake pads from the back of the head;
fastening elements, which are various holes.

Rear brake pads

Let's briefly consider the principle of operation of the rear pads. So, the brake pads are located in the rear wheel drums, two in each. They are located with the inner side facing each other, and the outer one, with a friction layer, interacts with the wheel drum. The resulting interacting force, which is accompanied by the release of energy, ultimately leads to the car stopping.

When you press the Niva Chevrolet brake pedal, pressure is created in the brake system, which acts on the pistons of the working cylinders of the front and rear wheels. Next, the so-called extrusion of the pads occurs; the friction part interacts with the moving wheel drum (or disk) and leads to its braking. As the pads wear out, the friction layer wears off. The inside of the drum is also erased.

When is pad replacement necessary?

Before replacing the rear pads, an inspection must be carried out. A malfunctioning handbrake does not mean that the brake pads are urgently needed. They change in the following cases:

If the thickness of the friction layer is less than the permissible value, that is, less than 1.5 mm.
There is oil or other liquids on the lining.
There are cracks, gouges or chips on the layer.
Poor connection between the gasket and the base.

Only disassembly and detection of one of the above damages indicates the need to replace the pads.

Replacement of brake system elements

Replacing elements requires the availability of basic tools and careful implementation of repair actions. 1) It is necessary to place the Niva Chevrolet car on a flat surface and set second gear to the gearbox. Bars are placed under the wheels to secure the car in a stationary state. Set the handbrake to its lowest position. 2) Using a jack, lift the rear part and remove the wheel. Next, the drum is removed and a picture of the arrangement of the elements of the rear brake system is observed. Now you can remove the brake pads in two ways, let's look at both:

First extraction path:
The spacer bar installed below the spring is removed.
The support post, located in the middle, is held by hand on the back side of the shield and, using pliers, the outer post of the front block is rotated until the slots coincide with the protrusions.
The tension spring with both cups is removed and the stand located on the reverse side is removed.
The upper part is slightly retracted and the lower spring is removed.
Next, retracting the rear part, the drive lever is pulled out and freed from the tension cable.
Second extraction way:
The rear block is pryed up with a screwdriver and removed, after first removing the spacer plate.
The upper fastenings are removed from the working cylinder.
The lower spring and both elements are removed along with the spacer bar and the spring.
The tip of the cable is removed from the lever, and the brake pads assembled with the bar and spring are removed.
Now holding one element, the spring and spacer are removed.

After removal, it is necessary to tighten the working cylinder with wire so that the pistons do not come out of their seats and the brake fluid does not leak out.

Next, replacement continues, but before installing new ones, it is necessary to check all parts: springs, spacers, struts. If there is damage or stretching, it is better to replace them. 3) Lubricant is applied to friction points, as well as to the threads of the spacer bar if old spacers are used.

Niva front brake cylinder, problem solving

Disassembled cylinder and Seiken lubricant The first problem was solved in a simple way. Complete disassembly of the unit, washing and reassembly with lubricant designed to work with rubber seals and brake fluid. My friend helped, who has been repairing hydraulic systems all his life, from loaders to industrial presses. He gave me a tube of glamorous pink lubricant, made in Japan. On the Internet it is known under the Toyota brand, although in fact it is made by Seiken. There is also a slightly cheaper analogue, the German trendsetter in brakes, the ATE brand. The cylinders that are in the price list are additionally treated with just these lubricants, depending on their availability. On forums I often came across the opinion that it is enough to apply lubricant under the boot and everything will be fine. WILL NOT BE! You have to disassemble the entire cylinder to get to the O-ring, and nothing else. The lubricant will not get there naturally. The problem with rubber bands can be solved by installing a repair kit. Several companies produce it for our cylinders, but this will be the subject of the second part of the article.

How to change rear pads on a Chevrolet Cruze

We replace the pads in case of maximum permissible wear of their linings. Our step-by-step illustrated instructions will help the owner of a Chevrolet Cruze cope with this operation.

The Chevrolet Cruze maintenance regulations do not limit the service life of the rear wheel brake pads, however, the pads are replaced in case of maximum permissible wear of their linings or when replacing the rear wheel brake disc, as well as when the linings are oily or have deep grooves or cracks on them and chips, in case of detachment of the linings from the base of the pads. The inner pads are equipped with acoustic wear indicators that begin to make a grinding noise during braking when the pad wear approaches the maximum allowable level. If you hear a grinding noise when braking your car, it’s time to change the pads.

Attention! The brake pads of the rear wheels must be replaced only as a set - all four brake pads. Replacing the pads of only one brake mechanism can lead to the car pulling to the side when braking.

We show how to replace the pads on the brake mechanism of the left wheel; we replace the pads on the brake mechanism of the right wheel in the same way.

Remove the rear wheel and place the car on a factory-made stand.

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Using a 13mm wrench, rotate the anti-vibration weight of the brake mechanism counterclockwise using the hexagon, holding the lower guide pin of the caliper with a 18mm wrench.

Remove the anti-vibration weight.

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Using a 10mm spanner, unscrew the bolt securing the caliper to the upper guide pin, holding the finger by the hexagon with a 18mm spanner.

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We move the caliper away from the pad guide without disconnecting the brake hose and the parking brake cable from it.

We place the caliper on a spacer to secure the pad guide.

Using the blade of a screwdriver, we “recess” the retainer on the lower pressure plate of the pads.

Remove the outer brake pad from the pad guide.

Similarly, remove the inner brake pad from the shoe guide.

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Before installing new pads, remove the upper and lower pressure plates from the pad guide.

We clean the brake mechanism parts from dirt and corrosion, especially the brake pad pressure plates and their seats in the pad guide. It is prohibited to use gasoline and diesel fuel to clean brake mechanisms. After inserting the pressure plates into the pad guide, we install new brake pads. When installing the inner pad, it must be oriented so that the acoustic wear indicator is located at the top of the pad. Before installing the caliper, it is necessary to move the piston as much as possible inside the cylinder.

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We insert pliers with narrow jaws into the piston sockets and turn it clockwise, while simultaneously pressing on the piston.

We inspect the piston boot; if the boot is damaged, replace it. Before installing the caliper, you must also check the condition of the guide pins and their protective covers.

We remove the upper guide pin of the caliper from the hole in the pad guide.

Remove the rubber corrugated cover from the finger.

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Similarly, we remove the lower guide pin (with a plastic anti-squeak bushing on the pin rod) from the hole in the pad guide and remove the rubber corrugated cover from it.

We inspect the rubber covers of the guide pins and if the covers are damaged - cracks, tears, loss of rubber elasticity - we replace them with new ones. Having installed new protective covers for the fingers, apply a layer of heat-resistant plastic grease to the pin rods. We insert the fingers into the holes in the pad guide and install the caliper. Tighten the caliper mounting bolt and anti-vibration weight to a torque of 28 Nm. Similarly, we replace the brake pads of the brake mechanism of the right rear wheel. After replacing the pads, press the brake pedal several times to set the gaps between the pads and discs. We check the level of working fluid in the hydraulic reservoir of the brakes and clutch and, if necessary, bring it to normal.

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how to separate the rear pads on a VAZ 2121

Removal and installation of rear brake pads Niva 2121, VAZ 2131, Lada 4x4 The minimum permissible thickness of the brake pads is 1.5 mm. To assess the condition of the brake pads without removing the drum, there is an inspection window in the brake shield. We remove the plug from the shield. To replace the pads, we place the VAZ 2131 car on an inspection ditch or a lift.

Remove the rear wheel and loosen the parking brake system drive cable (see Adjusting and removing parking brake system components). Before unscrewing the bolts securing the brake drum to the axle shaft flange, tap their heads.

To fasten the brake drum of the VAZ 2131, bolts with a reduced head height are used. Therefore, to unscrew them, it is better to use a six...

To fasten the brake drum of the VAZ 2131, bolts with a reduced head height are used. Therefore, to unscrew them, it is better to use a hexagonal tool head, the working edges of which begin immediately from its end (if necessary, the head can be turned out). Using a 12mm socket, unscrew the two bolts securing the brake drum to the axle shaft.

To dismantle the Niva 2121 drum, the removed bolts can be screwed into two threaded holes in the car drum (unlike the mounting holes, the threaded holes are located symmetrically). When screwed in, the bolts will rest against the axle shaft flange and move the drum. We screw the bolts into the threaded holes. You can also remove the drum by striking the end of the drum with a hammer through a wooden block. We apply blows evenly, turning the drum. We remove the drum.

We show two ways to remove brake pads. And take out the spring. Remove the spacer bar. Using pliers, turn the shank of the front block strut until it coincides with the slot in the outer cup. Remove the spring with the outer and inner cups.

On the other side of the brake shield, remove the stand. Elements of the block support post. And remove the lower tension spring. Remove the rear block support strut. And remove the manual brake pad drive lever from the end of the rear parking brake cable. When removing the brake pads using the second method, remove the support struts of both pads.

We pry up the rear brake pad with a screwdriver (or pull it off by hand) and remove its lower stop from the support plate. We lower the brake pads down with our hands, moving their upper stops out of the slots of the wheel cylinder pistons. Remove the lower tension spring. We remove the pads assembled with a spacer bar and a spring from behind the axle shaft flange. We perform the operation carefully so as not to damage the wheel cylinder boots of the VAZ 2121. And remove the Niva 2121 brake pads with a spacer bar and an upper tension spring.

Holding one of the blocks on the floor with your foot, stretch the spring and remove the spacer bar from the stop. Remove the upper tension spring. Unsplint its axle.

Remove the washer and take out the axle. We assemble and install the Niva 2131 pads in the reverse order (depending on the disassembly method). In the second method, before installing the second brake pad of the car, we fix the first one from movement by installing a support post. When installing new pads, it is necessary to press the pistons inside the wheel cylinder. This operation can be performed as follows: or having installed the pads, press on them, resting with two mounting blades on the shoulder of the brake shield.

In this case, the upper stops of the pads press the pistons inside the cylinder. After installing new brake pads, it is necessary to adjust the Niva 2121 parking brake system (see Adjusting and removing parking brake system components).

Source: https://vazclub.com.

Removing a soured brake drum VAZ 2123 / Russian crazy service car

In this video I show how to remove

drum
soured on the axle shaft . Special pullers couldn't cope with this.

Having learned from the “bitter” experience of the previous 10, having driven the tires from the passenger compartment, the very first thing I did was remove the drums. I coated the seats with graphite. Such questions no longer arise! ! ! and also loosened all the nuts on the brake pipes, including the ABS unit, one by one. made it possible to lubricate the brake nut contact.

How to remove a brake drum on a Chevrolet Niva.

To remove the drums, try taking vinegar essence into a syringe and carefully saturate the contact area between the drum and the axle shaft through a needle. concentrated essence will eat up corrosion. See here www.autoprospect.ru/chevr…anizmy-zadnikh-koles.html

Trying to knock down a stuck drum with a sledgehammer and a metal spacer leads to deformation of the aluminum edge and even chipping. On the old woman 2121, this method left my drums as if they had been gnawed. Gray as advised and lightly tap on a wooden block in a circle. First of all, tap the area where the axle shaft is stuck and then tap along the edge along the wheel protection from under the car. When you put it in place, apply graphite lubricant to the mating drum - axle shaft. Once again it will be easier.

The metal spacer must be installed correctly, then the edges will remain intact.

A long time ago I removed the drums by tapping them through a piece of wood. First, tap on the side of the wheel, then in a circle and you have to get off. There are also pullers with 3 claws and press the center - their price is 350-500 rubles, you just need to choose the right size

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How to Remove the Rear Brake Drum Niva Chevrolet

We have a Chevrolet Niva car, produced in 2005, with a mileage of 137 thousand km, undergoing scheduled repairs, which requires changing the brake pads of the rear wheels, drums and cylinders. We will show you how to do this on your own, without resorting to the help of professionals.

It looks like the pad on the rear left wheel has been torn off, there is a grinding noise when braking, and when reverse gear is engaged, the wheel jams and then stalls. Therefore, it was decided to immediately lift and change the pads, drums and cylinders on both sides. Later we will bleed the brakes using a vacuum.

Using a 12mm socket, unscrew the drum mounts:

Then we screw in two bolts:

It really didn’t work out for us, all the threads remained on the bolts, it was completely soured, so a hammer will help you, because we will eventually have to change the drum anyway. This situation occurs when, during replacement, the fasteners are not coated with copper grease; I believe that you will not save money in this matter!

how to remove the rear brake drum on a Chevrolet Niva

After completing the work, you must press the brake pedal firmly several times so that the system sets the necessary clearances and adjusts the position of the brake pads.

Remove the two bolts; the photo shows one securing the brake drum to the axle shaft. The car manufacturer recommends checking the pads after mileage. Installation of new pads and assembly is carried out in reverse order.

If the results are different from each other, then the drum is oval in shape. Please note that as the pistons are pressed into the cylinders, the brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir rises.

Remove the two bolts; the photo shows one securing the brake drum to the axle shaft.

Remove the drum from the axle shaft with light blows of a hammer. If the drum cannot be removed by hand, knock it down with a hammer using a wooden block, or press it by evenly screwing the bolts into the two threaded holes of the drum.

When installing the old drum, use a file to remove the collar on the working surface of the drum that has formed as a result of wear. Install the drum in the reverse order of removal.

First, clean the axle shaft seat from corrosion, lubricate it with graphite grease or LSC grease, and bring the pads together using two mounting blades. The ability to change consumable parts and independently perform diagnostics increases the safety of the driver and passengers and makes the trip safer.

How to remove the brake drum. (Method No. 2)

The Chevrolet Niva has drum-type brakes on the rear axle. The main component that needs to be replaced periodically are the brake pads. The car manufacturer recommends checking the pads after mileage.

But do not forget that, first of all, these parameters depend on the driving style and operating conditions of the car. On roads with poor surfaces, you tend to have to slow down more often, which leads to faster pad wear. Mainly the outer lining suffers, as it wears out much faster.

To monitor its condition, there is a special window on the drum through which you can see the level of wear.

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The car can be used if the thickness of the lining is more than 2 millimeters. Otherwise, it is necessary to replace all linings on the rear axle. All 4 are replaced, and in this case the level of wear of the others does not matter.

If you partially replace the brake linings, this will lead to a deterioration in the driving performance of the car and problems with the operation of the braking system. When braking, the car will move away from the trajectory.

Replacement of rear brake pads of Chevrolet Niva

Tools:

Pliers
Medium flat screwdriver
Small hammer
Wheel chock
Rolling jack
Rubber bulb
Brake fluid container
Wire brush
Mounting blade (2 pcs.)

Parts and consumables:

Rear brake pads
Graphite grease
Aerosol lubricant type WD-40
Brake fluid

Note:

The minimum permissible thickness of the friction linings of brake pads is 1.5 mm. Replace the pads in the following cases:

– the thickness of the linings is less than 1.5 mm;

– the surface of the linings is oily;

– the linings are not firmly connected to the base;

– the linings have deep grooves and chips.

Warnings:

Do not use gasoline, diesel fuel or any other mineral solvents to clean brakes. Replace the brake pads on both rear wheels at the same time. It is not permissible to replace the front and rear pads with each other, as well as between the left and right wheels. This may result in uneven braking.

You will need: pliers or a screwdriver, two mounting blades.

1. Engage 1st gear and install thrust blocks under the front wheels.

2. Check: the parking brake lever must be lowered all the way down (the car is released).

3. Remove the wheel.

4. If the brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir is at or close to zero, pump out some of the fluid from the reservoir. Otherwise, when replacing the pads, it may splash out.

5. Remove the brake drum as described here.

6. Remove the lower tension spring using pliers.

7. Rotate the upper pressure spring cup 90°.

8. Remove it along with the spring and lower cup. Remove the pressure spring rod from the brake shield.

Chevrolet Niva brake system repair

Replacement of front and rear brake pads. 1600 RUR, including spare parts for 1 hour Call

Brake system design

Niva cars use a hydraulic brake system with two circuits operating in parallel. One is connected to the working cylinders of both front and rear wheels, the second - exclusively to the front ones. If one of the circuits fails, braking occurs with less efficiency.

A feature of Chevrolet Niva cars is the diagonal connection of circuits. One is responsible for braking the left front and right rear wheels, the second - for the right front and left rear wheels. This type of braking system is safer.

Among the main components responsible for braking efficiency are the following:• brake wheel cylinders;• vacuum booster;• rear brake pressure regulator;• brake mechanisms, including pads, calipers, discs, drums;• brake fluid level sensor;• pipelines .

Failure of one of these components may result in reduced braking performance.

The vacuum booster reduces the force on the brake pedal required to activate the system. The principle of its operation is to use the vacuum that occurs in the engine intake manifold.

The pressure regulator allows you to reduce the pressure in the rear cylinders at the moment of least contact of the wheels with the road. As the load increases, the pressure increases. This scheme helps prevent skidding when braking.

Niva cars use front disc and rear drum brakes. When warping and wear occur, both discs and drums can be ground to certain sizes in order to increase service life.

Basic work to restore the performance of the brake system

The most worn parts are the brake pads. The pads are replaced at certain intervals depending on the operating modes and the quality of the parts themselves.

Less often there is a need to replace brake discs, and even less often - drums. When parts become warped, a beating sensation is felt on the pedal during braking. In this case, you will need to grind the damaged surface or replace the part.

Not the most reliable unit in Niva is the so-called “sorcerer”, or brake force distributor. Usually, after 2-3 years of operation, you can forget about its normal operation. The mechanism oxidizes and the rear brakes may become completely ineffective. To solve the problem, the distributor can be replaced with a new one or removed altogether, obtaining equal braking forces on both axles. Working cylinders, as a rule, last quite a long time. However, due to corrosion or contamination, the cylinder may stick or jam. In this case, the pads will not be pressed.

If the brake pedal travels down or increases, it is necessary to check the tightness of the pipelines and both circuits in general. Also, brake fluid leaks can be a consequence of unsuitable seals on the working cylinders.

If the brake pedal becomes very hard to press, there may be a problem with the vacuum booster. In this case, it is necessary to check the tightness of the hoses and the amplifier itself. If necessary, replace what is faulty.

After repair work, the brake system must be bled to check for the presence and removal of air. Do not forget that the brake system is one of the most important components in any car. Stopping the vehicle in a timely manner is the key to the safety of the driver and passengers, so the brakes must be constantly maintained in working condition.

Niva: replacing the brake pads of the front brake mechanism

NOTE

Pay attention to the brake pad markings. Buy new pads with the same markings. HANKOOK FRIXA front pads for Lada Niva 4×4 are marked FPE105.

Front pads HANKOOK FRIXA tuning series S1 for Lada Niva 4×4 are marked

S1E105.

The minimum permissible thickness of the friction linings of brake pads is 1.5 mm.

You will need: a jack, wheel chocks, a screwdriver, pliers, a drift, a wire brush, a hammer.

1. Brake the vehicle with the parking brake and install wheel chocks under the rear wheels.

2. Remove the front wheel.

3. Clean the brake mechanism from dirt. To facilitate disassembly, apply WD-40 type liquid to the joints of the pins with the caliper and clamping arms.

4. Pump out some of the fluid from the reservoir if, before replacing the pads, the brake fluid level in the reservoir is at or close to the “MAX” mark.

5. Remove the caliper (see “Removing and installing the front brake caliper”) without disconnecting the hydraulic hoses from it.

6. Carefully hang the caliper on a wire or move it to the side so that it does not interfere with work.

7. Remove the brake pads from the guide.

8. Before installing new brake pads, clean the guide grooves from dirt and rust, carefully press the pistons as far inside the cylinders as possible.

9. Install new brake pads into the guide grooves.

10. Install the caliper.

11. After installing the brake pads, press the brake pedal several times to set the pistons to the working position.

12. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and, if necessary, top up to normal.

USEFUL TIPS

After replacing worn brake pads with new ones, do not rush to immediately drive onto busy highways. It is possible that at the first intensive braking you will be unpleasantly surprised by the low efficiency of the brakes, despite the fact that branded pads are installed. The brake discs also wear out, and the new pads only touch them at the edges, practically without braking. Choose a quiet street or passage without cars and brake smoothly several times so that the pads get used and begin to fit the entire surface. At the same time, evaluate the effectiveness of the brakes. Try not to brake sharply for at least the first 100 km. When unused pads become very hot, the top layer of their linings burns and the brakes will not be as effective as possible for a long time.

Replacing rear brake pads

The Chevrolet Niva car is highly reliable and durable. One of the important advantages of this car is the ability to make minor repairs yourself, without visiting a service station.

One of these components is the car’s braking system. The ability to change consumable parts and independently perform diagnostics increases the safety of the driver and passengers and makes the trip safer.

To replace brake pads in a field, you must place the car on a flat surface. After this, you need to put stops under the front wheels to prevent them from rolling. The vehicle must be released from the parking brake.

Next, you need to slightly loosen the wheel bolts, lift the car with a jack and remove the wheel.

For further actions, you will need a key size 13. Use it to loosen the parking brake cable. To do this, loosen the nut and locknut.

After this, using a 12mm wrench, unscrew the bolts holding the brake drum.

If the car was driven in winter, a problem such as drum sticking may occur. To fix this problem, you need to tap the drum around the circumference using a wooden or rubber mallet. If you don't have a mallet, you can use a regular hammer. But the blows must be delivered through a wooden block or piece of rubber.

Attention! The use of lubricants is strictly prohibited. This can damage the car's braking system.

After the drum is removed, it is carefully inspected for damage. Sometimes, when using a car, cracks, grooves or chips may appear on it. If there are defects, the drum must be replaced.

Before removing the Chevrolet Niva brake pads, you need to use two levers to press the pistons into the wheel cylinder. This is necessary to install new brake pads.

The garter spring and spacer bar are removed next.

When removing, be careful because a spring that pops out can hurt your hands.

Then, using pliers, you need to unscrew the outer cup until the slots on it line up with certain protrusions on the stand.

These parts are quite small; it is better to use a separate container for storing them. If there is rust or dust on the surface, it must be cleaned immediately.

Now you can carefully move the front pad to remove the lower spring.

In a similar way, the rear block is removed and the cable that controls the parking brake is disconnected.

Replacing rear brake pads on a Niva Chevrolet usually does not take much time. Installation of new pads and assembly is carried out in reverse order.

After completing the work, you must press the brake pedal firmly several times so that the system sets the necessary clearances and adjusts the position of the brake pads. Also, after replacement, it is recommended to maintain the speed limit and avoid increased braking efforts.

How to change rear brake pads on a field

Published March 29, 2018

Replacement of NIVA front brake pads. We change the Niva brake pads ourselves https://youtu.be/bXM2A6eFKIM Replacing the rear brake pads of the Niva is not a complicated process, but it has a number of inconveniences compared to replacing the front brake pads. The first inconvenience is removing the drum and putting it back in place after replacing the pads. The drum is removed using bolts and a hammer. You can first wet the drum seat on the axle shaft (the central large hole of the drum) with WD-40. If it doesn’t help, then moisten it with brake fluid and leave it for 30 minutes (or for a day, screwing the wheel back on). Then tap the entire drum with a hammer through a plank. Tensioning the upper spring, with the pads already installed in their places, is also associated with some difficulties. I show in the video one of the ways to tighten the spring. The second method of replacing rear brake pads does not require this process to be performed in this version. The spring is tensioned until the pads are installed in place. I will show both methods, and you will choose for yourself which method will be more convenient for you to change the rear brake pads. Subscribe to my channel https://www.youtube.com/user/SamiDlyaS. Replacement of NIVA front brake pads. We change the NIVA brake pads ourselves https://youtu.be/bXM2A6eFKIM Replacing the rear brake pads of NIVA sp.1. We change Niva brake pads ourselves https://youtu.be/pTi_AXhGtpA

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The part itself consists of a metal base and a ceramic or synthetic lining. Due to increased friction, components must be fire resistant and wear resistant. There are both disc and drum variations of the systems. The pads in both cases differ in shape and method of fastening. As a rule, the drum version is rarely used, and only on the rear wheels. The LADA Sport kit will cost you about 650 rubles. It already has all four parts, you don’t have to buy anything else. They have a width of 8 millimeters and a length of 11 cm. A quiet and high-quality replacement option. Don't forget to check that the article numbers match one of the ones below:

2108-3501080;
21080350180083;
2108-3501800-83.

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AvtoVAZ itself offers a similar solution. VAZ-2108 brake pads are suitable for most VAZ car models and cost about 480 rubles. In particular, they can be installed on VAZ 211213, VAZ 2121. The set consists of two front and two rear pads.

Check that the items and dimensions on the box are correct. If the barcodes are poorly printed, the box does not match the image in the catalog - most likely, this is a fake.