New brake pads must "get used to", and therefore, for about the first 200 km, they do not yet have the optimal friction force. A slightly reduced braking effect can be compensated for by pressing the brake pedal harder.
On a slope, the braking action of the engine can be used by timely switching to the lower gear stage. Due to this, the load is removed from the braking system If additional braking is required, then this should not happen in a prolonged mode, but at intervals
Under certain operating conditions, for example, after crossing water obstacles, in heavy rain or washing the car due to wet or icy brake discs and linings in winter, the brakes may be delayed.
When driving on salted roads, the full braking effect may also be delayed if the brakes have not been applied for a long time - the salt layer on the brake discs and brake linings must first be ground off when braking.
Brake lining wear depends to a large extent on operating conditions and control method. Therefore, especially in vehicles that frequently travel around the city and for short distances, or which are managed very correctly, it may be necessary to check the reliability of the brake linings between the intervals indicated in the maintenance work plan.
If the pedal travel suddenly increases, it means that the brake drive circuit of the brake system with a dual-circuit drive has failed.
The signal about failure of a contour of a brake drive moves ignition of a control lamp of braking.
The brake fluid level must be checked regularly - see below.
Power brake booster
The hydraulic booster works with the vacuum that is created when the engine is running.
Attention! Therefore, in no case should the car be allowed to roll with the engine turned off.
If the hydraulic booster does not work, press the brake pedal harder accordingly.
Checking the brake fluid level
The correct fluid level is essential for the perfect functioning of the brake system. The fluid level must always be between the marks "Max." And "Min."
A slight drop in the fluid level appears during the operation of the car as a result of wear and automatic adjustment of the brake linings. This is normal.
If the liquid supply drops noticeably in a short time or falls below the mark "Min", which means that the tightness of the brake system is possibly broken. You should immediately contact the service company.
The signal about failure of a contour of a drive of brakes moves ignition of a control lamp of braking.
Brake fluid
Brake fluid attracts moisture. Since an excessively high water content in the brake fluid can damage the entire brake system for a long time, the brake fluid should be changed every two years. Then the brake system should be vented again.
Use only branded brake fluid Fluid must be new and unused.
Warning! Brake fluid is poisonous! Therefore, it should only be stored in the original container and out of the reach of children, especially.
In addition, brake fluid destroys car paintwork and instrument panel plastics. Therefore, when adding brake fluid, care must be taken not to spill it. If necessary, cover the space around the hydraulic brake reservoir accordingly.