The parking (or hand) brake is designed to keep the car from moving on an uneven surface. When the handbrake lever is fixed in the upward position, the cable is tensioned, going to the equalizer, which in turn distributes force to the two rear wheels through two cables. At the moment when the cable is tensioned, the spacers in the drums of the rear wheels move the blocks in different directions, which fixes the wheels, and accordingly the car, in a stationary state.
Like any part of a car, the parking brake tends to fail. If such a situation occurs with your car, then it is necessary to carry out repairs as quickly as possible. Replacing a VAZ 2110 hand brake with your own hands is not a difficult procedure if you have the tools and appropriate skills. Let's look at each element separately.
Signs of a malfunction of the VAZ 2110 hand brake
There are a number of signs that indicate a malfunction of the parking brake system. We list the main ones:
- When the handbrake is pulled on, the rear wheels spin and the car rolls down the hill. The cable is probably loose and needs to be tightened.
- When the handbrake is weakened, the rear wheels jam. This indicates frozen (in winter) or worn out pads. There is also a high probability of a faulty return spring.
- When driving, you can hear squeaks from the rear wheel drums. As in the previous case, the pads jam.
- One of the wheels is blocked and does not rotate (goes skidding). In this case, a spring malfunction is excluded - the problem is inside the drum in one of the wheels.
In most cases, it is enough to adjust the brakes, since the cable tends to stretch and sag. It is also not uncommon to encounter a malfunction inside the drums themselves due to their vulnerability to external factors.
Purpose and location of the parking brake
The location of the handbrake is known to every VAZ 2110 driver - there is a lever installed between the front row seats, when pressed, braking occurs. The metal cable is a mechanical drive in this unit. By lowering the lever, the driver provides tension on the cable, which presses the rear brake pads to the wheel discs. Breakage of the lever is extremely rare, since the main load falls on the metal cable, as a result, after some time it loses the required tension.
The operation and maintenance manual for the VAZ 2110 states that at least once every six months it is necessary to carry out diagnostics of the brake system, including the parking brake. The traffic regulations have requirements for this unit - it must hold the car at a slope of 25 degrees. If the metal cable is not damaged, and the adjustment does not bring results, then the problem is in the rear brakes - this requires a full diagnosis from specialists.
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Adjusting the hand brake VAZ 2110
The first thing you will need to do when a malfunction is detected is to adjust the tension of the handbrake cables. To do this, drive the car onto a pit or lift and follow these steps:
- Place wheel chocks under the wheels and loosen the lever by lowering it down.
- Loosen the locking nut with one wrench, and use the second wrench to tighten the adjusting nut. Tighten until the cable stops sagging.
- Check by pulling the lever up - the number of clicks until it is fully tensioned should be in the range from 2 to 4. If this is the case, leave the lever in this position.
- Tighten the locking nut, holding the thread from turning.
- Loosen the handbrake lever and check the rotation of the rear wheels - they should spin without resistance.
The manufacturer recommends tightening the handbrake every 30,000 km.
What is needed to adjust the handbrake
To adjust the parking brake, you will need one of the following tools:
- inspection hole;
- lift;
- overpasses.
In the absence of all these conditions, which any ordinary driver is unlikely to be able to provide, you can get by with support “goats”, which are installed under the rear of the body after it has been raised with a jack. It is also worth considering the presence of two “13” keys and pliers in the set.
Where to start adjusting
VAZ 2110 handbrake does not work
The parking brake adjustment process is as follows:
- the car is placed on an overpass (or a ditch, or generally raised with a jack);
- the position of the brake lever is checked - it should be the lowest;
- Using the first key, the lock nut is loosened, while at the same time holding the adjusting nut with the second key.
- The adjusting nut is tightened until the handbrake cable is tensioned.
Note. When tightening the adjusting nut, the rod must be held with pliers.
VAZ 2110 tighten the handbrake
Let's continue:
- Now you should make sure that the full stroke of the lever is from 2 to 4 clicks;
- After the stroke has been checked, the equalizer locknut should be tightened while holding the adjusting nut with a wrench.
- The handbrake lever goes down, after which the rear wheels are turned by hand. Their rotation should occur evenly and without jamming.
Note. If the handbrake drive cable cannot be tensioned during the adjustment process, this part should be replaced.
VAZ 2110 handbrake adjustment
After the system has been adjusted, it is necessary to check the quality of its operation again. To do this, after all the work performed by the driver, you should find a section of the road with a slope of at least 23%, then stop the car on it and put it on the handbrake. If the brakes reliably hold the car on the rise, then everything was done correctly.
What to do if the adjustment did not help
VAZ 2110 handbrake does not hold
In some cases, adjustment is indeed not enough. This happens in cases where the handbrake cable breaks - a rather rare phenomenon, but still happens, especially on older cars. It happens that the cable breaks on newer models that are subjected to too intense use, which the brake system of an average car is not designed for.
VAZ 2110 manual brake adjustment
The cable should also be replaced in the following situations:
- when its tips are loose;
- the cable threads began to stretch (this could soon lead to a break);
- the cable moves quite hard in its sheath even after it has been lubricated.
Like adjusting the handbrake, an operation such as replacing the parking brake cable does not necessarily require a visit to a car service center. And, although it will most likely take much more time to complete, such repairs do not require special professional skills, equipment or any specialized tools.
Note. Still, some conditions must be met when replacing the cable. For this work, the driver will need an assistant who will strongly pull the cable in order to correctly install the equalizer.
Replacing the hand brake lever on a VAZ 2110
If adjusting the handbrake does not help, then it is necessary to replace one of the elements of the handbrake. And one of the possible faults is a broken lever. To replace it, you will need a standard set of tools and 15-20 minutes of time. Place the car over the hole and secure it with wheel chocks.
The first thing to do is disassemble the plastic panel between the seats. Then you need to loosen the cable tension and remove the rod axis located on the lower part of the lever (from the bottom side). After this, unscrew the 4 bolts securing the lever bracket to the car body (10mm wrench). It is very important not to damage the ground wire, which is attached to the body along with the lever bracket.
Replacement
There is one important condition - you will need an assistant. His task will be to pull the cable tightly, which will allow the equalizer to be installed correctly.
The sequence of work to replace the cable is as follows:
- Lower the handbrake lever as far as possible;
- Remove the brake disc from the wheel where the element is being replaced;
- Remove the muffler from the suspension cushions and the resonator from the rear suspension;
- Lower the exhaust system down;
- Remove the adjusting nut and locknut;
- Remove the equalizer;
- Now remove the cable ends from the equalizer;
- Remove the tip of the equalizer shell from the bracket, which is located on the car body;
- Bend back the brackets that secure the cable;
- Remove the rear brake pad and remove the cable end from the lever;
- Slightly loosen the nut that secures the cable holder to the rear axle;
- Remove the cable from the holder, then from the bracket, and then pull it out through the brake spike;
- Place a new cable in its new location and perform the assembly procedure, following the reverse order of the indicated processes;
- Make sure that the cables in the bracket are positioned crosswise;
- After completing the installation of the new element, adjust the handbrake.
As you can see, the task does have certain nuances, but it is not difficult at all if you have some experience and rely on the VAZ 2110 operating manual. As a rule, everything is spelled out there.
It wouldn’t hurt to supplement your skills and knowledge with video tutorials or consultation with a friend from a service station. But if you are not confident in your own abilities, you should not risk replacing the handbrake cable yourself. It is better to spend more money, but entrust the work to specialists.
Parking brake VAZ 2110
The principle of operation of such an element of the VAZ 2110 car as the hand (also known as parking) brake is quite simple. A special cable is used as a mechanical drive for the device. By pulling the handbrake handle, the driver simultaneously provides tension on the cable, which occurs evenly on the brake pads of each wheel. If the parking brake is faulty, you should carry out work such as VAZ 2110 adjusting the handbrake, or repair it by replacing the cable. It is noteworthy that it is easy and simple on the VAZ 2110 to both tighten the handbrake and replace it. If the handbrake malfunctions, the driver runs the risk that the car will move on its own or, conversely, will not be able to continue driving after stopping on an uphill slope. That is why you will have to adjust the handbrake in any case - and this can be done without necessarily going to a car service center. An experienced car enthusiast is able to adjust the parking handbrake of a domestic car on his own.
Replacing the hand brake rod of a VAZ 2110
The parking brake linkage often requires replacement because it is used in conditions of high humidity and dirt. The most common reason for replacing it is a rusty thread, which makes it impossible to adjust the handbrake. To perform the work, you need to lift the car on a lift or drive it into a pit. Next, follow these steps:
- Lower the handbrake lever to the down position.
- Unscrew the adjusting and locking nuts from the lever rod.
- Remove the lever axis by pulling out the pin with pliers.
- Remove the lever rod from the cable equalizer housing.
Installation is in the reverse order. After installation, adjust the parking brake tension.
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Handbrake diagram for VAZ-2112
For clarity, here is a diagram of a hand brake
1 - button that fixes the handbrake lever; 2 — hand brake lever; 3 — protective cover; 4 — handbrake rod; 5 — cable equalizer; 6 — adjusting nut; 7 - lock nut; 8 - cable; 9 — protective sheath of the cable.
In this scheme we need element number 6. It is he, and only him!
What is required for adjustment?
In order to adjust the handbrake you need a platform or lift. If there are no such devices, then you can simply hang the rear wheels on the “goats”. They can be installed under the car using a jack. It’s also worth taking two “13” keys and pliers.
Start:
- The car is installed on an overpass or “goats”.
Hanging out your butt
- The lever position is set to the lowest possible position.
We put the handbrake at the very bottom. Do not pay attention to the scuffs of the console; we conducted an experiment with non-standard armrests. The iron fastenings of the armrest are visible. The photo shows the editorial car
- Use a wrench to loosen the locknut.
Adjusting nut
- The second wrench holds the adjusting nut.
- The adjusting nut should be tightened until the cable is tensioned. It must be remembered that the rod should be held with pliers when tensioning the cable.
Tighten the adjusting nut
- After this, you should make sure that the full stroke of the handbrake lever is no more than 4 and no less than 2 clicks.
- When the stroke check is completed, the locknut is tightened. The adjustment is held with another key.
- If necessary, change the mechanism to a new one.
Everything is rusty, we changed the adjustment mechanism
- After releasing the adjusted lever down, you should spin the rear wheels. When the lever is in its lowest position, the wheels should spin freely.
If you cannot tighten the cable, then it should be replaced with a new one.
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Adjusting the handbrake after tensioning
After adjusting the brakes, you need to check them again. To do this, the car should be placed on a road with a slope of at least 23%. The car should be in neutral gear in this area and with the handbrake pulled up. If the handbrake brakes hold the car in this area, then the handbrake is adjusted correctly.
What to do when adjustment does not work
There are also cases when the above actions are not enough to adjust the handbrake. This can happen, for example, when the handbrake cable is broken. This happens on the VAZ-2112, although rarely. In such situations, the cable must be replaced. The cable also needs to be replaced when:
- The tips are loose.
- The cable itself begins to stretch, which will lead to its breakage during operation.
HAIKU! The old cable is very worn out! For comparison, old and new handbrake cables
- Physical wear (scuffs and cracks) of the handbrake cables.
Heavy wear on the handbrake cable
- It is quite difficult for the cable to move in the casing even after lubrication.
This replacement procedure does not require contacting a service station. Although this will require some time and skills from the driver, such work can be done independently.
It should also be remembered that when replacing the cable, certain conditions must be observed. To do this, the driver will need an assistant who will pull the cable.
Why do you tighten the handbrake?
The cable acts here as a drive. If the driver pulls the handbrake lever, then at the same time he uses the cable, which spreads the pads in the rear wheel.
If the handbrake is faulty, you just need to tighten the cable or replace it with a new one. On a VAZ-2112 it’s quite easy to do this with your own hands.
Need for adjustment
You can determine that the parking brake needs adjustment when checking. It is recommended to do it every 30,000 kilometers. This procedure should be done even if the handbrake seems to be working well.
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The device must also be checked in cases where it does not work. For example, a car moves when the brake lever is applied.
During the operation of the vehicle, due to wear of the rear brake pads and pulling of the drive cables, it periodically becomes necessary to adjust the travel of the parking brake lever (handbrake).
In this article we will talk about how you can tighten the handbrake on a VAZ-2110. This method can also be used when adjusting the handbrake on other front-wheel drive cars of domestic production.
It is also noteworthy that on the VAZ-2110 you can very easily both tighten the handbrake and replace it. If this element of the vehicle malfunctions, it is possible that the car will move on its own. The consequences of this may be very different.
This is one of the main reasons why it is necessary to periodically check the functionality of the handbrake, and if necessary, tighten it. But this does not mean at all that for this you will need to go to a car service, since you can do this yourself.
Replacing hand brake cables on a VAZ 2110
Cables tend to stretch, unravel, rust and get stuck in places where they come into contact with other elements. If such a situation occurs, then they need to be replaced. Replacing the hand brake cable of a VAZ 2110 is a procedure that will take you several hours of time, since to complete the work you need to remove the rear wheels and disassemble the drums. So let's get started:
- Before installation, lubricate the new cables with transmission or any other oil.
- Unscrew the adjusting and locking nuts, thereby disconnecting the distributor.
- Remove the rear wheels, then remove the brake drums.
- Remove the cables from the brake housing.
Install the parking brake cables in reverse order.
Adjusting the parking brake
Note. Checking and adjusting should not be neglected, as improper installation or adjustment can have disastrous consequences.
It is better to check and adjust the parking brake every 30 thousand kilometers, even if it is working properly.
Checking is very simple:
- First, the handbrake is tightened as far as it will go, first gear is engaged and the clutch pedal is smoothly lowered (see Clutch repair - we do it ourselves). If the handbrake is in order, the car engine should stall. In cases where the machine begins to move even slowly, it means that it is time to make adjustments or repairs are required.
Note. In most cases, if the parking brake is not working properly or after replacing the cable, you just need to tighten the cable. After tightening, it is imperative to check the functionality of the part again.
Some car drivers, trying to wear out the parking brake cable less, try to use it much less often. Such “savings” can lead to the opposite result: the cable, when rarely moved in the shell, begins to gradually lose mobility and ultimately begins to jam and break. The parking brake must be used frequently, whenever necessary. In many cases on the road, the handbrake performs functions that help protect the health and life of the driver and other road users. Also, by using the handbrake in parking lots, you can protect your and other vehicles from damage, because a vehicle that is not secured with a handbrake can suddenly and for certain reasons begin to move, damaging everything that surrounds it. It is advisable to replace the handbrake rod after viewing the corresponding video and photo materials. It should be remembered when working with your own hands that the instructions always give practical advice that should not be ignored. The price for a new parking brake cable today is not high, so you can save a lot of money if you don’t pay repairmen and do everything yourself.
