Full review of brake pads for VAZ 2114. Brake pads for VAZ 2114

It is impossible to imagine driving a car without reliable and effective brakes. Vehicle safety and people's lives depend on them.

Recently, the number of sales of VAZ cars has been increasing, which leads to an increase in demand for consumables, including brake pads. For VAZ cars, the car market offers a wide range of elements for brake systems. They are divided according to the materials used in production, their methods of fixation and brands.

In our rating, we will help highlight the Top leading brands of brake pad manufacturers for VAZ cars, guaranteeing their quality.

AC Delco

The brand is registered in the USA (a division of General Motors). One of the best brake pads used in many car models, including VAZ cars. They are reliable, last a long time, and are easy to install. Efficiency, safety, reliability, heat removal from the rotor, ensures the use of advanced technologies in the production process. Specialists have created a special semi-metallic composite mixture using steel fibers.

ACDelco has been tested to SAE J2784 standards and is proven to provide high friction braking performance. The pads have slots and chamfers that suppress noise, vibration and harshness when braking.

The drum pads are reliably protected with an anti-corrosion coating. The environmentally friendly production process does not use heavy metals or asbestos. They are similar in shape to the original brake system components and no adjustment is required during installation.

Advantages:

• reliability;
• strength;
• durability;

Flaws:

• high price.

Choosing new pads

When purchasing new front brake pads, it is important to pay attention to a few key points.

1. Quality. Examine the part visually, check the assembly level. Some details even outwardly indicate that they are not worth buying.
2. Certificates and packaging. Packaging can often say much more than the part itself. Study it to see if it matches the original. Nowadays, it’s not difficult to find manufacturers’ websites online and study how their products are packaged and certified. Never be afraid to ask sellers for documents for a particular spare part.
3. Price. Good pads cannot be cheap.
4. Manufacturer.

Brake lining kit

As for manufacturers, a certain group of leaders has now formed who produce high-quality brake pads that are suitable just for the VAZ 2114.

• High-quality fibers are used for the linings, which makes the structure more technologically advanced and lighter;
• An anti-noise plate is used to make the pads, preventing squeaks when triggered

• A special groove is provided to prevent contamination;
• The design includes a lining wear sensor

To work on replacing the front brake pads on a VAZ 2114 you will need:

• Balloon wrench;
• Jack;
• A set of keys;
• Support stand;
• Flat screwdriver;
• New brake pads;
• WD40 product.

Now let's proceed directly to the procedure for replacing the pads.

1. Place the car on a level surface, place supports under the wheels to prevent the car from moving, and be sure to turn on the handbrake.
2. Loosen the fastenings on the rims, lift the car on a jack, and place a support stand. This will prevent the car from falling if the jack accidentally falls off.
3. Remove the wheel from the car.
4. The brake mechanism must be thoroughly cleaned and all dirt accumulated on it must be removed. If there are traces of oil, use warm water and detergent.
5. When cleaning is finished, wait a while to allow all the moisture to dry.
6. Under no circumstances should you wash it with gasoline or other caustic substances. This will cause the seals and gaskets to deteriorate and will have to be replaced. And this is not the easiest thing. Don't create problems for yourself.
7. Remove the brake hose from the bracket. It is attached to the shock absorber strut.
8. Check the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir. If the tank is completely full, use a syringe to remove some of the liquid.
9. Using a flathead screwdriver, pry the brake pads away from the brake rotor. For this you will need a viewing window.
10. On the other side of the caliper there is a bolt connecting the caliper to the bracket. You will need to bend the locking plate and remove the bolt using a 13mm wrench. At the same time, be sure to hold the pin so that it does not turn. You need to hold the element by the hex head.
11. Lift the caliper up and lock it in this position.
12. Get rid of the old front brake pads.
13. Before replacing, be sure to measure the thickness of the brake disc itself. The working thickness should be 10.8 millimeters or more. If the thickness is less than recommended, you will have to change the disk itself.
14. If everything is fine with the disk, proceed to cleaning the seats. This is necessary in order to prevent the slightest distortions and unevenness when installing new brake pads. If this is not done, the decks will be produced unevenly.
15. Before installing the caliper, examine the condition of the fastening. In some cases it may require replacement. Even if the condition is good, be sure to lubricate the element.
16. Check the stroke of the piston rod. If the stroke is maximum, this indicates wear of the element.
17. Return the rod to its place, only carefully. If you do not pump out the brake fluid first, it will begin to flow into the reservoir. Let's hope you followed the replacement sequence.
18. Replace the new efficient brake pads, replace the caliper and reassemble the unit in reverse order.
19. Carry out a similar procedure with the second wheel. It is strictly forbidden to change the pads on only one of the front brakes. This will cause the system to work unevenly. The pads are always changed on two wheels at the same time, regardless of the degree of wear of one of them.

It is quite possible to replace the front brake pads on a VAZ 2114. Follow the instructions and purchase only high-quality spare parts.

Bosch BC905 Quiet Cast

The German brand Bosch is famous for its quality products. This brand produces ceramic and semi-metallic brake pads with effective braking capabilities. The manufacturer uses cast pad technology, which protects the nozzles, provides stability, strength, and noise reduction. Slots and chamfers with original design ensure good fit and performance.

The gasket with a rubber core has good insulating properties and provides quiet and soft braking. The kit includes fasteners and synthetic lubricant. These parts are suitable for cars whose drivers prefer ceramics, but do not want to lose speed in extreme conditions.

Advantages:

• low dust levels;
• use of aerospace alloy;
• reliable protective layer.

Flaws:

• high price.

STS

The Russian company “STS Company” produces good quality products for the low-price niche.

They have good friction properties and thermal stability. Together with the Friction Materials Group company (monitoring compliance with norms and standards), a unique friction composition of 15 components was created. “STS Company” produces a large line of brake pads for rear and front discs, suitable for the entire model range of VAZ cars. Based on the test results, it was found that at a speed of 100 km/h, with cold brakes, it showed good friction coefficients of 0.48.

ROSDOT

A team of experienced professionals and JSC TIIR, with the participation of European specialists, create elements of brake systems for VAZ cars from harmless friction materials. The raw materials for the friction composite do not contain asbestos, nickel, or copper; they are purchased in Austria and Germany, some of which have no analogues in Russia.

Considering their low cost, ROSDOT brake pads have good wear-resistant characteristics and heat dissipation. Thanks to the use of Italian mastic, the pads do not emit extraneous noise at low temperatures and when they get wet. In terms of price-quality ratio, Rosdot front and rear brake pads have no equal. The products maintain stability of the friction coefficient over the entire operating range of temperatures, speeds and pressures;

Advantages:

• high braking efficiency;
• ergonomics;
• disc-saving properties;
• reasonable price.

Flaws:

• wear out quickly.

Article number and cost of good front brake pads for VAZ 2114 from third-party manufacturers

The quality of the original front pads is rated below average by car owners. They often rattle and squeak. Therefore, it is better to give preference to analogues of the original products, which are shown in the table below.

Table - Good analogues of the original front pads

EzATI

Manufacturer: Yegoryevsk plant of asbestos technical products. The range of pads competes with Western similar products, with prices 30% lower. E55 code pads are made without the use of asbestos in the friction material, using expensive organic elements. Such pads are recommended for use in cars whose drivers love fast and aggressive driving (friction coefficient 0.46). With this driving style, their service life is 40-45 thousand km.

Pads with code T266 with stable performance characteristics and effective braking (friction coefficient 0.37). The manufacturer declares in the documentation a service life of 20-25 thousand km with a calm driving style, without constant overloads and emergency braking.

When installed, these products do not require adjustment and ensure performance for the entire declared service life. The products meet the requirements of AvtoVAZ and are supplied to its conveyors. Considering multiple counterfeits, the company, as part of product protection, began to paint metal frames using triboelectric spraying with blue polymer materials. In addition to protection against counterfeiting, this method creates mechanical and corrosion resistance, as well as a beautiful appearance.

Vati

JSC "VATI-AVTO" produces good environmentally friendly pads for domestic cars, this positions the products as safe for the environment, thereby satisfying European standards and safety requirements.

Friction properties in cold conditions and high temperatures after warming up show good results. Test results: at a speed of 100 km/h, with cold brakes, the friction coefficient is 0.35, when they are heated to 250 degrees, the coefficient increases to 0.37. During the mountain test cycle, the braking coefficient is 0.40, and during cooling – 0.47. The products are characterized by good wear resistance, no dust formation, and a gentle effect on brake discs.

Advantages:

• good quality/price ratio;
• durability;
• work without squeaks and noises;

Flaws:

• limited model range.

How to choose pads?

The appearance and markings of the pad can say a lot about them. In particular, the marking contains an indication of the friction coefficient, indicated by two letters (averaged during heating - the first letter, averaged after cooling - the second). Unfortunately, it can not always be found:

Attention! If the second letter does not match the first (for example, GE), it is best to refrain from purchasing.

Excessively large inclusions of reinforcing particles should also be of concern: this is a crude technology (as a rule, in the manufacture of cheap pads, chips are produced on a lathe, minimally crushing them).

Friction coefficient marking

Bosch BP976

Like all Bosch products, brake pads guarantee quality. They provide braking power, sound insulation, reliability and durability. For production, special ceramics, organic, non-asbestos, semi-metallic and NAO materials are used. They guarantee safety and durability.

A rubber gasket with a core is installed on the pads. The slots and chamfers ensure a good fit. Designed for a relaxed driving style. Tests showed the following indicators: at a speed of 100 km/h, with cold brakes, friction coefficients are 0.48. When they were heated to 250 degrees, the coefficient decreased significantly, to 0.3. During the mountain test cycle the braking coefficient was 0.36, and during cooling it was 0.46.

Advantages:

• the pads are effective in braking on the mountain cycle;
• low level of wear;

Flaws:

• reduction in the efficiency of characteristics at elevated temperatures.

ATE

The manufacturer Continental Teves produces front and rear ceramic pads with good braking performance, low wear resistance, disc-saving, silent, and soft braking. The products belong to the upper price category.

Test results showed that at a speed of 100 km/h, with cold brakes, friction coefficients are 0.58. When they were heated to 250 degrees, the coefficient decreased slightly, to 0.47. During the mountain test cycle the braking coefficient was 0.43, and during cooling it was 0.48. The friction coefficient turned out to be one of the highest among the pads for VAZ cars.

Products do not lose their performance qualities until maximum wear. This is achieved through the use of innovative manufacturing technologies and friction composite materials. They use non-ferrous metals (chrome, nickel, titanium), this classifies these ceramic products as “luxury”. Thanks to the large assortment, ATE products can be used in all VAZ car models.

Advantages:

• proven quality;
• wear resistance;
• stability of characteristics.

Signs of rear pad wear

Unlike the front pads, where wear can be determined visually, the rear pads are covered by a drum. To inspect the mechanism inside, you will have to remove the wheel and the drum itself. Few car owners would want to do something like this just for the sake of diagnostics.

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Of the obvious signs by sensation, only two can be identified:

1. Weak handbrake. This does not always happen due to a cable that has been stretched over time, since when the pads are worn, the travel of the parking brake lever increases, because more force is required to lock the wheel.
2. Poor responsiveness to the brake pedal. The car will stop less effectively during braking, since only the front ones will work fully. If the rear pad lining is worn down to metal, there will be creaking and vibrations on the body. This can lead to overheating of the drum and boiling of the brakes.

The minimum thickness of the rear pads, as stated by the manufacturer, should be 1.5 mm .

MarKon

MarKon brake pads are considered the best in the budget price segment. The product line is extensive, with over 500 models. The manufacturer uses a soft friction mixture for the pads with more than 20 components in its composition.

The products adhere well to the discs, thereby preventing them from wearing out prematurely (although their service life is short, 20-30 thousand kilometers). Before grinding in, the pads initially make a squeaking sound, but during operation it disappears. The reason is the mismatch between the geometry of the pads and VAZ discs. When testing on dynamic stands, the friction coefficient turned out to be stable throughout all cycles (0.42-0.44).

Advantages:

• cheap price;
• efficiency;
• maintainability;
• rapid heat removal from the contact zone.

Flaws:

• needs to be changed frequently;
• insufficient strength of the material;
• gathering dust.

Required tools:

• balloon;
• jack;
• flat screwdriver;
• suitable keys for “13” and “17”;
• support stand;
• calipers;
• penetrating fluid WD-40;
• new brake pads for VAZ 2115.

Brake pads on a VAZ 2115 should be replaced in pairs.

The algorithm for replacing brake pads on a VAZ 2115 is as follows:

1. Place the car on a flat surface, secure the wheels with wheel chocks, and tighten the handbrake. Before disassembling, you need to treat all connections with WD-40.
2. Remove the wheel bolts before jacking up the car.
   Otherwise, it will be more difficult to do this, and there will be a possibility of the car falling during sudden jerks.
3. Jack up the side from which the pads will be replaced. Install a stop that will protect you in case of sudden failure of the jack.
4. Unscrew the mounting bolts and remove the wheel.
5. Clean the brake mechanism with water and detergent and dry it.

How to replace brake pads on a VAZ 2115

Be careful!

You should not wash the part with gasoline, diesel fuel or solvent, since then you will have to replace the rubber seals and anthers.

In addition, before replacing the brake pads, you need to check their wear using a caliper (install it in the hole in the brake caliper). If the thickness of the friction linings (not pads) is less than 1.5 millimeters, the pads need to be replaced.

1. Release the brake hose from the bracket located on the shock absorber strut.

Do-it-yourself replacement of brake pads on a VAZ 2115

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1. Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the columns from the brake disc.

How to replace front brake pads on a VAZ 2115 at home

1. Bend back the locking plate of the pin that serves as a caliper guide on the lower bolt. Unscrew the bolt, while holding the pin by the hexagonal part to avoid turning it.

Self-replacement of brake pads on a VAZ 2115

Self-replacement of brake pads on a VAZ 2115

1. Raise the brake caliper and secure it.

Correct replacement of VAZ 2115 brake pads on your own

Remove old pads. Before installing new ones, use a caliper to measure the thickness of the brake disc at 4 opposite points. The minimum thickness, as mentioned earlier, is 10.8 millimeters. If necessary, replace the brake disc. Clean all mechanisms and parts of the brake mechanism, especially carefully inspect the seats of the brake pads. The accumulation of dirt in them can lead to misalignment and subsequent jamming of the pads, their uneven wear

If the removed pin is faulty, it is important to apply graphite lubricant to its surface before installing a new one. Sometimes it is necessary for the piston to be pressed into the caliper, because when the pads wear heavily, it comes out, making it difficult to install new brake pads. You need to be careful with the boot and piston seals

After this, check the brake fluid level. If it is high, when the piston is pressed in, liquid will flow out of the expansion tank of the GTZ. You can solve the problem using a syringe; to do this, unscrew the cap and pull out several cubes of TJ with the syringe. At the end of the process, pour it back. Proceed with installing new brake pads. When installing them, you need to be careful about the location of the pressure springs. Their position is correct if they are parallel to the top edge of the pads.

Correct replacement of VAZ 2115 brake pads on your own

1. Reinstall the brake caliper bracket.

Replacing brake pads on a VAZ 2115 instructions

1. Install the guide pin bolt and tighten it. It is better to use a torque wrench for this (tighten with a torque of 30–40 N*m).
2. Use a screwdriver to bend the locking plate. This will prevent the bolt from turning spontaneously.
3. Return the wheel to its place and tighten the mounting bolts.

Perform similar steps on the other side of the car.

Before driving, depress the brake pedal several times to bring the brake pistons into working position.

In addition, it is important to top up the brake fluid

At first, squeaking may occur due to the grinding of the pads to the brake disc. After some time, these sounds will disappear.

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