What to do if the brakes, caliper, pads are stuck

The brake mechanisms (calipers) of the front wheels of VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099 vehicles operate under constant exposure to an external aggressive environment (salt, dirt, water, etc.). In this regard, it is recommended to inspect and service calipers and brake pads every 15 thousand km. Jamming or “souring” of the pistons in the caliper cylinders is most often the result of a lack of periodic monitoring of the condition of the brake mechanisms, damage to their protective boots, severe wear of the brake pads in which the pistons extend too far from the cylinders, thereby coming under external influence, the presence of water or foreign substances. impurities in brake fluid.

Reference: the pistons of the brake mechanisms of the front wheels of VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099 cars have a mirror coating, the same coating is found inside the cylinders. The cylinders are equipped with rubber rings that return the pistons to their original state after extension. On the outside, the pistons are protected by anthers (protective caps with retaining rings).

Damage to the mirror coating of the pistons (“souring”) leads to a loss of their mobility in the cylinders and, as a consequence, to incomplete release of the front wheels, since the pads are constantly pressed against the brake discs. In this case, accelerated wear of the pads, overheating and warping of the brake discs occurs, fuel consumption increases, the vehicle's controllability (pulls to the side) and its dynamics are impaired, vibration and beating appear when the brake pedal is pressed.

There are at least two ways to develop a soured piston:

— without removing the brake mechanism from the car;

- with the brake mechanism removed.

In the first case, it is necessary to jack up the car, remove the wheel, clean the outside of the caliper from dirt, disconnect and lift its floating bracket.

We remove the retaining ring and the cylinder boot, remove dirt from under it using a rag soaked in gasoline and a hard brush or toothbrush. Lightly press the brake pedal so that the piston moves out a little (a centimeter at most) from the cylinder. We clean it again, being careful not to damage the piston mirror and remove only dirt and deposits. You cannot clean the piston with sandpaper, as this can damage the mirror. A popular way to clean deposits is to use a rough wooden block, which will remove deposits and not damage the cylinder. Remove the cap from the brake fluid reservoir and, using an adjustable wrench or vice, push the piston back into the cylinder. We press the brake pedal, pushing out the piston, and press it down again. We carry out this procedure for developing his mobility 20-30 times. Then we apply graphite lubricant to the protruding part of the piston, install a new boot and retaining ring.

The advantage of this method is that there is no need to drain the brake fluid from the car’s brake system circuits and pump the brakes.

In the second case, we remove the brake cylinder and disassemble and develop it. This method is suitable for a major overhaul of calipers, since it is necessary to either drain the brake fluid or plug the brake pipe, which still risks losing a certain amount of fluid and requires bleeding the brakes after the work is completed.

The piston must be squeezed out of the cylinder either before removing it (by pressing the brake pedal), or with the piston already removed, pressurized air must be supplied into the hole under the brake pipe. Before extruding, remove the retaining ring and boot from the piston. We try not to scratch the removed piston. We clean it from dirt and oxidation using the method described above, if necessary, change the rubber sealing ring, rinse and blow through the cylinder. Before assembly, lubricate the inside of the brake cylinder with brake fluid, and lubricate the piston itself with graphite lubricant. We press it inside the cylinder (for example, using a vice), put a new boot and retaining ring on top.

When the brake pedal is released, one of the wheels slows down

The following reasons are suspected: jamming of the wheel cylinder piston, swelling of the brake cups, deformation of the brake pipe, jamming of the pads due to contamination of the guide, peeling of the brake pad lining of the drum brake. It happens that the tension spring of the drum brake shoes is weakened or broken, the parking brake is overtightened, or the cable is stuck in the sheath.

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Why the brake caliper jams: how to identify and fix the problem

Hi all! Any problems associated with the braking system of vehicles are potentially very dangerous. Therefore, every motorist should know why the brake caliper jams, what can provoke such a situation, how to diagnose and eliminate it. On your own or with the help of specialists, decide for yourself.

Our regular readers remember that we have previously talked about situations when the caliper knocks. Now let's consider a slightly different situation. Moreover, it is even more dangerous and unpredictable in terms of possible consequences if nothing is done after noticing the symptoms.

Let's start with the theory. The caliper on a car is part of the brake system. It is used in the design to press automobile brake pads when the corresponding pedal is pressed against the brake disc. As you understand, the node is extremely important.

But sometimes it can jam and creak because of this.

A little history

The first to create such a model of brakes (disc type) was Frederick Lanchester (Great Britain). It was in its design that a caliper was used that pressed the pads. However, technology at that time did not allow the creation of reliable disc brake systems.

Disc brakes were revived in aviation, and in the 50s they began to be installed on cars - first on sports models, and then on production ones. The first car with serial front disc brakes was the Chrysler Crown Imperial (in 1949).

The importance of this component is difficult to overestimate, because the brake disc and pads are passive components, while the caliper plays an active role. Due to this, the pads are pressed. Therefore, the brake caliper is the most important component.

Features of work

First, let's try to imagine the ideal operation of a caliper as part of a car's braking system.

In fact, this is a mandatory component of any car, be it:

• VAZ 2110;
• VAZ 2109;
• Lada Kalina;
• Chevrolet Lanos;
• Lada Priora;
• VAZ 2114;
• Chevrolet Niva;
• Lada Kalina;
• VAZ 2112;
• Daewoo Nexia;
• Volkswagen Polo Sedan;
• Skoda Octavia;
• Mercedes E class, etc.

Regardless of whether it is installed on a Niva or a BMW, the caliper must be in constant working order.

This is the direct task of the car owner himself. Or persons responsible for maintaining the machine and maintaining it in proper technical condition.

Before determining why it does not press out and what to do to prevent the car caliper from jamming, you need to understand the principle of its operation.

In optimal condition, when the brake assembly is working properly, the operating diagram looks like this:

• the driver presses the brake pedal;
• pressure is built up inside the braking system;
• this pressure is transmitted to the piston group of the auto calipers;
• the calipers, being under high pressure, bring the brake pads to the disc;
• the braking disc is attached to the car wheel;
• friction force arises;
• wheel rotation slows down;
• the car stops;
• or reduces the speed to the required values.

As you can see, in theory there is nothing complicated. But in fact, the caliper is rightly called an extremely complex element.

For the brakes to work effectively, it is important to ensure that the pad is parallel to the disc.

Friction during active braking causes heat production. This heats up the pad, brake fluid and our caliper.

Therefore, it is extremely necessary that the car caliper be made on the basis of a material that does not change its properties and characteristics during the process of strong heating. Plus, there are increased requirements for strength.

Bleeding brakes on a VAZ 2114

Having decided in what order the brakes are pumped, you can begin. Note that it is convenient to pump in a pit. Step by step bleeding the brakes of a VAZ 2114 looks like this:

1. Get to the rear wheel and find the bleeder fitting with a cap on the drum.

2. Remove the protective cap and clean the surface from dirt.
3. Next, put a hose of a suitable size on it, the other end of which leads into a container to collect the liquid.

4. An assistant presses the brake pedal several times and leaves it pressed.

5. Using a size 8 wrench, unscrew the fitting half a turn.
6. The liquid from the fitting is drained until bubbles stop appearing. During the process, you need to add liquid to the tank and keep it at least at the minimum level.

7. Next, go to the front wheel and carry out the same actions as described in paragraphs 3-6.

It is not recommended to carry out the work independently, without the help of a partner, because... To do this, the front wheels of the car will have to be hung. You will also have to find a way to supply pressure to the system.

Never add plain water to the tank. When frost sets in, the hoses will freeze and burst, making it impossible to stop the car. Carry a spare bottle of DOT4 fluid with you. If the reservoir level is low, add DOT4 to the correct level and locate the source of the leak.

Do not forget that at the moment when the air leaves the brake system, you must not allow the level in the reservoir to drop below the minimum. If this happens, the system will air again. To visually study the process, we recommend watching the video with step-by-step instructions.

Causes of jamming and creaking

Now directly about how to determine the presence of a problem.

The primary sign indicating a malfunction in the calipers of a car brake system is squeaking.

It is the creaking that indicates that the element is seriously worn out. In the near future, the unit must be replaced without fail, which the car literally and figuratively screams about. It is extremely difficult not to hear such a creak. But for some reason, thousands of motorists still stubbornly ignore it. As a result, they pay a rather high price. Sometimes even to the point of road accidents resulting from brake failure while driving. To prevent this, you need to understand the issue and understand the essence of what is happening.

The first step is to look at the possible causes. In fact, there are several potential problems to look for. Some of them arise due to the fault of the motorist, others are caused by the natural process of wear and tear.

In any case, the appearance of a squeak as a symptom is a harbinger that at the most inopportune moment the caliper may simply jam.

If you know the reasons, you can prevent them and troubleshoot them by contacting a car service center or solving the problem yourself.

• The brake pads were initially installed incorrectly. As a result, they are not strictly parallel to the response drives. Because of this, creaking often appears;
• The brake discs are seriously worn out. The reasons are natural wear and tear and aggressive use of the car;
• There is no lubrication in the unit. Initially there was little of it, or it was used up;
• The lubricant was selected incorrectly. Many people skimp on lubricant intended for calipers, hence the consequences.

The most undesirable and dangerous situation is rightly considered when the piston does not return and the unit begins to jam during operation.

Imagine that you are driving a car, press the brake, and then accelerate again. But at the same time, the calipers do not release the front brakes. Additional resistance arises, the car tries to move, but cannot. The result is uncontrolled braking, extremely intense wear and serious overheating of the entire system.

Adjusting the brake system

As already mentioned, the brake system of the VAZ 2114 operates on a hydraulic principle, which makes it dependent on the tightness of the connections and the pressure of the working fluid. Even minor damage to its pipelines can lead to leaks and, as a result, difficult braking.

No less dangerous than a loss of pressure due to a leak is the leakage of air into the hydraulic system. Due to the fact that gases, unlike liquids, have much greater compressibility, even a small amount of air will damage the brakes and the pedal will simply “fail” when pressed, without causing the car to stop.

If the hydraulic system is completely sealed, but the car does not brake as its owner wants, the question arises - how to improve the brakes on the VAZ 2114?

The first thing you need to set up the brakes is a level area. The second is a nominal set of keys and a slotted screwdriver.

The operation itself is performed in the following order:

1. Drive the car onto a level area, turn off the engine and, pressing on the rear, rock it slightly from side to side (this will help bring the suspension to the middle position).
2. Remove the front adjusting bolt on the brake pressure regulator.
3. Using a slotted screwdriver, establish a small gap - about 2 mm - between the spring and the lever (for greater convenience, there is a special protrusion on the lever).
4. Tighten the front adjustment bolt.

After the brakes are adjusted, they should be checked with the help of an assistant. To do this, on a flat straight road you should accelerate to 40 km/h and brake.

If the car stops quickly, does not pull to the side, and the front wheels lock a little earlier than the rear wheels, then the adjustment is made correctly.

If the rear wheels are blocked first, then the setting should be repeated, increasing the gap even more, and if the rear wheels are very late, then the gap, on the contrary, should be reduced.

After adjusting the brake system, you should check the operation of the brake system on well-inflated wheels with the same pressure.

Finishing the conversation about the design of the 14th brakes and the principle of their operation, we need to say a few words about one more important point. When driving through deep puddles or a small ford, the brake structures of the car become very wet and it is very difficult to stop when you press the pedal.

In order to correct this situation, you should start, brake, move again, brake again - and so on several times. This will help warm up the brakes and return them to normal operation.

What to do in such a situation

If you were able to diagnose creaking and signs of wedging in this unit, you need to perform a number of measures.

And here it is not necessary to contact a car service. You need:

• put the car on a jack;
• remove the wheel;
• unscrew the caliper;
• remove it;
• unscrew the problematic piston;
• remove the piston from the cylinder;
• visually inspect the element;
• check for chips, damage, corrosion;
• if there is rust, clean it;
• if severely damaged, replace;
• drain the working fluid from the element;
• remove the sealing ring;
• clean all surfaces;
• dry;
• fill in new hydraulics;
• assemble in reverse order.

When putting the assembly back together, pay special attention to not accidentally damage the old boot. If you notice cracks on it, then no restoration will help. Replacement only.

Prevention measures

I can say from personal experience that the detailed cleaning procedure is quite complicated. This will definitely take more than one hour.

To minimize the number of repetitions of such operations, be sure to lubricate the caliper twice a year for preventive purposes. It is optimal to use professional special lubricants designed specifically for this element. But regular WD40 is also an alternative. It will definitely protect against corrosion.

Plus, visually inspect the condition once a year. Make sure that the assembly is free of damage, dirt and signs of corrosion. Make sure that the boot does not rupture during operation. Otherwise, the caliper will not last long after this.

You need to monitor all brake systems, including periodic adjustment of the handbrake. After all, this is also an integral part of vehicle safety.

That's all for me. If you have any questions, ask them in the comments. We will try to answer quickly.

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What happens if the brakes jam on the road? 5 ways to get out of an emergency situation

An annoying situation for the driver: the car is eager to go into battle, the engine and transmission are in excellent shape, but the brakes won’t let go - they’re stuck. What to do in such a situation, which is aggravated by a lack of time and lack of special tools?

A sign of jammed brakes is that the car does not develop speed even with full engine power, and there is also no coasting.

You need to park on the side of the road and determine which wheel is stuck. The easiest way to do this is to carefully touch the wheel rims with your hand - the jammed ones will be hot.

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