Location of units and service points in the engine compartment The subsection is based on the maintenance requirements of the vehicle manufacturer and is intended to help the owner of the vehicle properly service and maintain it in good condition. Figure 2.24. Location of units and...
Vehicle break-in After the repair of the main units, the car is subject to a run-in, during which parts and assemblies are finally run in. The run-in duration is 1000 km. During this run, engine speed should be limited to 3500 min –1 ,...
Maintenance periods The list of car maintenance works is designed mainly for their implementation by the owner on his own, without resorting to the services of car service enterprises. The frequency of maintenance is determined from the...
Checking the engine oil level (400 km) Park the vehicle on a level, level ground. Start the check by determining the levels of oil and working fluids in units and systems. Figure 2.26. oil dipstick (Bottom part) Stop the engine. Remove the dipstick after 5...
Checking the brake fluid level (400 km) The reservoir for brake fluid and clutch fluid is located in the engine compartment ( see Figure 2.24 ). The tank is transparent, which allows you to monitor the level of liquid in it. When the level drops below the...
Checking the coolant level (400 km) When the engine is running, the coolant heats up to a temperature of about 100°C, so you should be very careful when working on the cooling system. To determine the level of coolant, marks are applied to the transparent...
Checking the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir (400 km) The glass washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment. In an area with a temperate and cold climate, special liquids with antifreeze properties should be used that can well wash dirt from windows. It is...
Checking the condition of tires and their pressure (400 km) Check tires regularly for damage such as cuts or bulges, especially on the side surfaces. Periodically remove the wheels and remove all dirt from the outer and inner surfaces. Inspect the rims for corrosion or other...
Checking the wiper blades (400 km) Over time, a film forms on the wiper blades, which prevents the wiper from adhering tightly to the glass and reduces its effectiveness. Brushes should be washed regularly in a mild cleaning solution. Check the wiper...
Engine oil change (10000 km) Oil change is carried out on a viewing ditch, overpass or lift. In all cases, the vehicle must be installed horizontally. Preheat oil to operating temperature (80–90°С), having made a small run or idling. For work it is...
Checking the Fluid Level in the Power Steering System (30000 km) The power steering reservoir is located in the engine compartment in the left rear corner. The tank is transparent, which allows you to control the level of liquid (marks on the walls «MIN» and «MAX»). Before topping up...
Checking the condition of the front brake pads and discs (30000 km) Operating procedure: raise the front of the car and place it on stands; remove the wheels; through the viewing window in the caliper, inspect the brake pads, evaluating the thickness of their linings. If any one lining...
Checking and adjusting the parking brake (30000 km) The parking brake should hold the vehicle on a steep road with moderate (3 or 4 clicks) lifting the parking brake lever. When lowering the lever, the brake mechanism must not hold the vehicle stationary. Operating...
Checking clutch operation (30000 km) With the engine running, the clutch pedal should not vibrate or jam when pressed. With these phenomena, check the correct laying of the clutch cable drive: the cable must not have kinks at sharp angles. The ends of the...
Check of a condition of driving belts of auxiliary units (30000 km) Auxiliary units include generator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor pump. Depending on the vehicle configuration, there may be several options for installing and laying auxiliary drive belts. The stable...
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter (30000 km) Operating procedure: open the hood, remove half of the decorative grille on the right side of the engine bulkhead; after unscrewing the screws, disconnect the cover from the filter housing; carefully remove the filter...
Checking the condition of the seat belts (30000 km) Seat belts must be replaced immediately if any malfunction occurs. It is forbidden to disassemble the seat belt tensioner, as the spring may fly out and cause injury. Check the belts in the following order: check the...
Checking electrical equipment (30000 km) Check the operability of electrical equipment: lighting systems, alarm systems, body and rear window heating, seat heating, radio, etc. If problems are found, take corrective action. Visually inspect the accessible...
Check of system of release of the fulfilled gases (30000 km) Checking order: install the car on a flyover or lift; cool the engine down to ambient temperature; check the components of the system: pipes, suspension elements, clamps, supports, mufflers, catalytic converter; check...
Checking the condition of the suspension and steering (30000 km) The elements of the front suspension and steering have a major influence on driving safety, so they must be checked regularly. Checking order: park the car on a flat horizontal platform, brake the car with a parking...
Checking the paintwork and anticorrosion coating of the body (30000 km) Wash the car and remove all tar stains. Carefully inspect the bodywork for paint chips and scratches. Pay special attention to surfaces subject to the abrasive action of road dirt - front fenders, wheel arches, hood....
Checking the protective covers of the front wheel drive shafts (30000 km) Shaft covers play an important role in ensuring the reliability of the drive, as they protect the constant velocity joints (CV joints) from dirt, water, dust and other objects causing damage. Check protective covers in...
Checking and replacing spark plugs (60000 km) Prepare the workplace and all the necessary tools and materials: candle key; set of new spark plugs; set of probes for measuring spark plug gap; clean rag. Figure 2.33. Changing the gap between the spark plug electrode...
Replacing the engine air filter element (60000 km) The air filter is located in the engine compartment, on the right side of the rear. Figure 2.34. Disconnecting the air duct from the air filter housing Replacement order: disconnect the air duct from the air filter...
Fuel filter replacement (60000 km) Depending on the operating conditions and fuel quality, it is recommended to change the fuel filter more often. The fuel filter is located under the bottom of the car in front of the fuel tank. Replacement order: put...
Checking the condition of the rear brake pads and drums (60000 km) Remove the brake drums as described in section « Brake system ». Inspect drums for excessive wear, scratches, cracks. Brake pads must be free of oil and wear. Replace all pads if necessary. Check that the brake...
Checking the angles of the front wheels (60000 km) Checking the angles of the front wheels is carried out only on special stands in the conditions of service stations. Independent attempts by the car owner to perform these operations, as a rule, lead to an increase in...
Replacement of the timing belt (60000 km) Replacing the belt is very important, even if it appears to be in good working order. A broken belt while the engine is running usually results in very expensive repairs involving the replacement of valves, pistons,...
Checking the oil level in a manual transmission (60000 km) Checking order: put the car on a horizontal platform. You can use a lift, overpass, ditch; remove the protective cover of the power unit; remove the dirt near the filler hole, then unscrew the plug; Figure 2.36. Cork...
Checking the operation of vehicle units on the road Drive the car, during which check the reliability of starting the engine with a starter, the ability of the car to quickly accelerate when shifting gears, and the absence of extraneous noise during the operation of the...
Replacing the working fluid in the brake system (120000 km) Attention! Brake fluid used in brake and clutch drives is hygroscopic. It absorbs moisture from the air through the vent in the tank lid and gradually loses its working qualities. Therefore, it is necessary to replace...
Changing the liquid in the engine cooling system (120000 km) Attention! Coolant (antifreeze) It is irritating to the skin and mucous membranes, so if it comes into contact with the body, wash it off with plenty of water. In addition, antifreeze destroys the paintwork of the body....
Winter car operation All the tips and recommendations below do not have to be done on your own. If there is no desire to mess around, there are service stations and professional masters. But you have to imagine what exactly needs to be done...
Tire operation Tires on any car wear out differently and unevenly. This is due to its design (for example, leading and controlled are loaded more), the technical condition of the suspension (silent blocks, springs, shock absorbers)...
If the engine does not start Your technical equipment must be impeccable - after all, the time you have is the same money that we hope you also have. Don't lose either one. If a missing tie or a pant leg burned with an iron can cause a disruption...
Clogged fuel system Let's try to explain why the circulatory system of a car is sometimes affected «atherosclerosis». Gasoline is the blood of the car. And the blood must be pure and run through clean vessels. And in the fact that in the...
A trip to a car service In relations, on which, as we know, the quality of repair and its price often depend. It's no secret that the same master does the same work with completely different quality. And the point here is not the evil will or...