Why the brakes fail and how to deal with it without visiting a car service center
- September 13, 2023
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The most important part of any car is not the engine and gearbox, but the brakes. They are 90% responsible for road safety and saving lives in the
The most important part of any car is not the engine and gearbox, but the brakes. They are 90% responsible for road safety and saving lives in the most unforeseen situations. If you notice even the slightest indication of a malfunction in this part, you should refuse to travel. And if the pedal fails, take immediate action. Details are on the AvtoVzglyad portal.
A stalling engine or a vibrating gearbox is of course a disaster. But defective brakes are simply a fatal story. No further journeys with such a fault can take place until the problem is completely resolved. No cable, but a tow truck, because iron is expensive these days and you can’t brake with the handbrake every time. Therefore, having noticed that this is already a big plus, experience takes its toll, you need to immediately start repair work.
First of all we check the brake fluid. It should not only be replaced regularly (at least once every two years), but also constantly checked for availability, and do not be shy about re-inflating the circuit. This is certain during the annual maintenance. If the brake fluid is present and sufficient, you should look at the wheels; there should be no leaks.
By the way, it is worth inspecting the pads at the same time – the simplest wear and tear can easily cause a similar symptom. Then we go to the shop and bleed the circuit, bleeding all four calipers one by one: air in the system can cause the same void in the pedal.
Unfortunately, in such a situation it is not always possible to repair a car with improvised means and on your own. Often the problem lies in the master cylinder: worn rubber seals or the failure of the bypass valves is precisely reflected by a sharp gap in the corresponding pedal. If there is severe wear, there is no longer any vacuum in the system and the driver loses the ability to stop the car.
There is a simple way to check the brake fluid reservoir: open the cap of the brake fluid reservoir and ask a neighbor to press the brake pedal. If the level of “dung” decreases during intensive work with the right foot, the cylinder is in good condition. But if it increases or air bubbles appear, the device must be replaced. Feel free to visit the site to select spare parts by VIN code or car model.
In modern and high-tech cars, a malfunction of the master brake cylinder will be indicated by a whole series of errors on the dashboard, but such luxury is not available to everyone: the vast majority of car owners in Russia, whose “park” consists of heavily used cars in the mid and lower price segment, will have to press the pedal and peer into the tank for air bubbles. However, the most important thing is to identify the malfunction in time!
Photo from the portal “AvtoVzglyad”.
A stalling engine or a vibrating gearbox is of course a disaster. But defective brakes are simply a fatal story. No further journeys with such a fault can take place until the problem is completely resolved. No cable, but a tow truck, because iron is expensive these days and you can’t brake with the handbrake every time. Therefore, having noticed that this is already a big plus, experience takes its toll, you need to immediately start repair work.
First of all we check the brake fluid. It should not only be replaced regularly (at least once every two years), but also constantly checked for availability, and do not be shy about re-inflating the circuit. This is certain during the annual maintenance. If the brake fluid is present and sufficient, you should look at the wheels; there should be no leaks.
By the way, it is worth inspecting the pads at the same time – the simplest wear and tear can easily cause a similar symptom. Then we go to the shop and bleed the circuit, bleeding all four calipers one by one: air in the system can cause the same void in the pedal.
Unfortunately, in such a situation it is not always possible to repair a car with improvised means and on your own. Often the problem lies in the master cylinder: worn rubber seals or the failure of the bypass valves is precisely reflected by a sharp gap in the corresponding pedal. If there is severe wear, there is no longer any vacuum in the system and the driver loses the ability to stop the car.
There is a simple way to check the brake fluid reservoir: open the cap of the brake fluid reservoir and ask a neighbor to press the brake pedal. If the level of “dung” decreases during intensive work with the right foot, the cylinder is in good condition. But if it increases or air bubbles appear, the device must be replaced. Feel free to visit the site to select spare parts by VIN code or car model.
In modern and high-tech cars, a malfunction of the master brake cylinder will be indicated by a whole series of errors on the dashboard, but such luxury is not available to everyone: the vast majority of car owners in Russia, whose “park” consists of heavily used cars in the mid and lower price segment, will have to press the pedal and peer into the tank for air bubbles. However, the most important thing is to identify the malfunction in time!
Source: Avto Vzglyad
Donald Salinas is an experienced automobile journalist and writer for Div Bracket. He brings his readers the latest news and developments from the world of automobiles, offering a unique and knowledgeable perspective on the latest trends and innovations in the automotive industry.
