Checking the tightness of the hydraulic drive of the brake system (Kalina 1118)

Check the tightness of the brake system on the vehicle by external inspection:

from above, from under the hood;
from below the car (on a lift or inspection pit);
from the sides with the wheels removed.

To check the tightness of the brake system on a car, you will need: a 15 mm wrench, a special wrench for the nuts that fasten the brake hoses and brake pipes, or a 10 mm wrench.

1. Inspect the master cylinder reservoir and the connections of the brake pipes to the master cylinder.

2. Check for brake fluid leaks at the brake pipe connections with tees...

3. ...and with a brake pressure regulator. If brake fluid leaks are detected, tighten the brake pipe ends (use a special key).

4. Carefully inspect the brake hoses. They should not have cracks, tears or signs of wear. Press the brake pedal all the way down. If there are bulges on the brake hose, it means that the threads of the brake hose braid have broken and it needs to be replaced.

5. Check the fastening of the brake pipes in the holders. Loosening or breaking of the holders leads to vibration and, as a result, to breakage of the brake pipes.

6. Inspect the connection of the brake hose to the wheel cylinder, the nipple for releasing air from the front wheel brake mechanisms...