Engine won't start When trying to start the engine, the crankshaft does not rotate 1. Engine start blocked by anti-theft system (immobilizer). Ignition key code not recognized, immobilizer warning light flashes on...
Unable to start moving On a car with a manual transmission, the clutch slips (engine speed increases, but the car does not start moving) 1. Faulty clutch release drive. Repair drive (see « Clutch - condition check »). 2....
Illumination of malfunction indicator lamps When the engine is running, the emergency oil pressure warning lamp lights up 1. Low level of engine oil in the crankcase. Check the engine oil level in the engine and top it up (see « Oil level -...
Malfunctions that occur during engine operation The engine gets very hot 1. Insufficient coolant level in the cooling system. Inspection to determine the location of the leak, eliminate the leak and bring the fluid level to normal (see « Checking...
Malfunctions that occur while driving Difficult or impossible to shift gears on a car with a manual transmission 1. Malfunction of the gear shift actuator (see « Manual transmission - checking the technical condition »). Replace...
Excessive steering play 1. Steering rod joints are worn out. Check the technical condition of the steering (see « Steering - condition check »). Replace defective and worn parts. 2. Worn front wheel hub bearings. Check the...
Reduced power steering efficiency 1. Malfunction of the power steering motor (see « Steering - condition check »). Replace defective parts. 2. Malfunction of the steering mechanism (see « Steering - condition check »). Replace...
Uneven tire wear 1. Different pressure in the tires of the front wheels. Check tire pressure (see « Checking tire pressure »), bring the pressure back to normal. 2. The adjustment of the wheel alignment angles is...
The battery is discharging The battery is discharged while the vehicle is parked 1. The anti-theft alarm system consumes a lot of current. multimeter (ammeter) measure current consumption. Repair or replace the anti-theft...
One or more lighting or signaling lamps do not turn on Individual lamps of headlights, taillights or dome lights do not turn on 1. Bulb filament burnt out (see « Lighting, light and sound signaling »). Replace defective lamp. 2. The contact of the lamp...
Body electrical system not working Windshield wipers not working 1. Faulty fuses or relays. Check fuse and relay box (see « Fuse and relay mounting block »), replace the defective fuse. If the fuse blows again, check the corresponding...
Bodywork not working Car door won't unlock with key 1. Water froze in the door lock cylinder (at ambient temperature below 0°C). Treat locks with penetrating lubricant (see « Lubrication of hinges and locks »). 2. The...
Difficulty starting the engine Difficulty starting a cold engine (the engine control system malfunction indicator lamp may light up) 1. The battery is discharged or the electrolyte level is insufficient. Check the condition of the...
Unstable engine operation The engine speed at idle speed either decreases or increases (the warning lamp for a malfunction of the engine management system may light up, see above) 1. Leakage of the inlet pipeline. Check,...
Decreased vehicle dynamics The engine does not develop power (the warning lamp for a malfunction of the engine management system may light up, see above) 1. The quality of gasoline or its octane number is lower than required....
Deterioration of vehicle directional stability Driving the vehicle away from straight ahead (on a straight stretch of road without a slope) 1. Different pressure in the tires of the front wheels. Check and adjust tire pressure (see « Checking...
Increased fuel consumption 1. Insufficient tire pressure. Check and top up tire pressure (see « Checking tire pressure »). 2. Air filter clogged. Clean or replace the air filter element (see « Air filter - filter element...
Extraneous sounds when starting and running the engine Detonation knocks Comment. Detonation knock - a sharp double-tone knock that appears with a dynamic increase in engine load (the engine control system malfunction indicator lamp may light up). 1. The...
Extraneous sounds and vibrations that occur while driving Knock (clicks) when turning the car at low speed or when changing the load on the transmission 1. Wear of the outer hinges of equal angular velocities. Check the technical condition of the wheel...
Leakage and increased consumption of technical fluids 1. Increased oil consumption Oil stains or drips appear under the engine or on its surface 1. Oil pan seal or drain plug leaking. When changing the engine oil, replace the O-ring (see « Engine oil...
Foreign odor or smoke Warning! Short circuit of the car's electrical circuit (or circuit overload), leaking fuel may cause a fire. The smell of gasoline 1. Fuel tank full (do not fill the car «under the cork»). 2. Leakage...