Replacing the handbrake cable on a VAZ 2114 useful tips

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The VAZ 2114 car has good performance, reliability and maintainability. But this does not allow you to completely insure yourself against possible breakdowns.

Considering the state of domestic roads, it is not surprising that most often car owners turn to service stations with problems in the braking system or suspension.

A striking example of a breakdown is problems with the handbrake. More precisely, with cables that are responsible for blocking the rear wheels and do not allow the car to move until the handbrake is returned to its original position.

Whether you use a handbrake or not, sooner or later you will need to use the system. And if the handbrake has to survive regularly, then there is no debate at all regarding the need to urgently solve the problem.

Handbrake cable

How to replace the hand brake cable on a VAZ 2114

One of the main causes of malfunctions in the brake system is a failed parking brake cable. In addition to deformation, this part is also subject to frequent ruptures, which leads to the need to replace it. You can purchase a cable at any auto parts store, but we will look at how to change the parking brake cable on a VAZ 2114 in detail.

Handbrake cable

HANDBRAKE CABLE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE

The moving parts of the brake system tend to wear out. The working condition of such parts must be diligently monitored, since brakes are an extremely important part of the car. Timely repairs and diagnostics will help protect yourself and your car from unforeseen situations. The most unpleasant breakdown is a broken parking brake cable.

If the cable breaks, it must be replaced immediately. We'll look at how to replace the handbrake cable below.

As in any other case, DIY repairs require some tools. First, you need to find a car overpass or a hole (as a last resort, you can use a jack, which we will need anyway). You also need to prepare certain tools, such as thirteen wrenches (preferably 2), pliers, a hammer, plastic clamps and gloves. And the actual new hand brake cable for the VAZ.

When everything you need is prepared, you can start working. Replacing the handbrake of a vase takes place in stages:

First of all, we put the car on an overpass or a pit, or jack it up and climb under the car;
By removing the muffler can from the mounts, we will greatly simplify our work. If this is not done, it will be difficult to unscrew the cable tension nut;
Unscrew the locknut and the adjusting nut of the handbrake. This concludes the work on the overpass for now;
We drive the car onto a flat surface and jack up the rear;
Remove the wheels;
We knock down the locking pins from the pads;
Remove the brake pads;
Now you need to disconnect the cable ends from the equalizer. This is where pliers come in handy; you can use them to remove the clamps;
You need to remove the cable loops from the hooks of the spacer lever;
Unscrew the bolt securing the cable sheath and remove it;
You can pull out the parking brake cable of the VAZ 2114.

Pulling a new cable will no longer be a problem. Similar to the removal procedure, we do everything in reverse order. We start by pulling through the washers and loops on the hooks of the lever, and finish by tightening the handbrake in the cabin. The cable sheath also needs to be replaced sometimes, as it is also subject to wear. You can secure it after replacement with ordinary plastic clamps. This is how the VAZ 2114 parking brake cable is replaced.

Replacement is carried out in a similar way on VAZ 2115 and VAZ 2113 cars. These models have an absolutely identical brake system, so there can be no differences in repairs. An exception may be “amateur tuning” or unscrupulous repairs inherited from the previous owner.

HOW TO ADJUST THE HANDBRAKE

Sometimes, after replacing the cable, it becomes necessary to adjust the brake. It's easy to check whether adjustments are needed. We put the car on the handbrake down the slope. If it moves, then it needs to be adjusted.

Incorrect operation of the handbrake is expressed not only in poor fixation of the car when using the parking brake. A creaking sound near the rear wheels also indicates that the cable tension needs to be loosened.

Adjusting the hand brake of the VAZ 2114 is quite simple:

It is necessary to remove the muffler from its mountings
Unscrew the parking brake lock nut
Tighten or loosen the nut, depending on the situation (if it doesn’t hold, tighten it, if it creaks, then loosen it).

The lever travel should be in the range of two to four clicks until it is completely locked. After this procedure, you need to check the car again on a hill.

REPLACEMENT AT CAR SERVICE

Why shouldn't you contact a car service? The answer is simple - not economically, and not always of high quality. It seems that the procedure is not complicated, but the cost of the work is daunting. In addition, at most service stations they try to slip in their own cable, which is also not cheap. The average price in a store will be 200 rubles, while the service can rip off 500 just for a part. The cost of the handbrake cable varies depending on the manufacturer.

By making the replacement yourself, you will know exactly how well the work was done. Replacing the handbrake cable of a VAZ 2114 is a responsible matter. If you do everything according to the instructions, then there should be no problems. The main thing is not to forget about safety precautions.

Replacing the handbrake cable with your own hands is not a difficult task

WHICH CABLE TO CHOOSE

When choosing any car part, you must first of all be guided by its compatibility with your specific brand. Obviously, the cable from Chevrolet will not fit the Zhiguli. But there are times when people purchase unsuitable cables.

In our case, it is difficult to confuse anything. The handbrake cable of the VAZ 2114 is exactly the same as that of similar models of the domestic manufacturer. It can be found at any auto parts store. Several manufacturers produce cables, and all are usually of the same quality. This is understandable, the detail is not complicated.

There shouldn't be any problems when choosing. The prices are quite reasonable and there is not much difference. The only thing worth doing is to read on the packaging about compatibility with your car, just in case.

After following all the instructions, you can replace the handbrake cable on VAZ cars yourself. This will have to be done quite often, due to the design features of the brake system and its fragility. Having such skills is always useful. Now you know how to change the parking brake cable on a VAZ 2114.

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› Logbook › 067: Replacing handbrake (parking brake) cables Part 1

First, a little digression))

If I had known how much nerves and effort it would take me to replace the cables, then I would certainly have trusted it to the servicemen)) I think, first of all, this applies to those who have not climbed for 100 years, neither tightened the cable, nor removed the rear drums and who has this whole thing quite sour)) Well, or if you, like your plumbing skills, are zero))) Okay, I couldn’t help but say)) Otherwise, God knows how much blood I’ve had from these cables and rear drums))

Something else. I divided the entry into two parts, because everything fits into one entry in a very compressed form, and I would like to describe in more detail all the stages of the replacement, maybe it will be useful for someone)) I myself did it according to vague instructions found on the Internet, I will say right away that it helped she's not enough for me))

So, first of all, I recommend to everyone that before purchasing cables, make sure that it will not cost you the usual tightening of the handbrake rod, and also, before purchasing cables, be sure to find out which cables you have on your car)) I also highly recommend having WD-40 in stock))

I didn't know about this and bought the cables in advance. Parking brake cable VAZ 2109, price 270 rub. for a couple.

And when I reached under the car to unscrew the handbrake linkage, I realized that I had a linkage not for these cables, but from a VAZ 2110)) As a result, I had to go back to the city (fortunately not very far) to buy this evil linkage))

Here it is, the VAZ-2108 hand brake drive rod. Price: 120 rub.

Having finished with all this fuss and running around, I crawled under the car to unscrew the old handbrake rod)) The handbrake must be completely lowered before this.

There is one nut and one lock nut, both 13, it takes a very long time to unscrew, about 1/16 of a turn) Also, the place is not very convenient, right above the muffler pipe) It would be nice if there was a ratchet with a long head for 13)

Unscrew the nuts and remove the cables.

Then we remove the cable from each fastening along the way to the rear drums)

Carefully unscrew the nut by 10 (to be honest, I forgot, maybe by 8...=), after having generously sprinkled it with VDeshka.

In my particular case, this did not help and one of the two studs broke off almost immediately))

However, on the other wheel everything turned out fine.

We remove the eye that was pressed by the nut, and pull out the cable.

Then, jack up the car and remove the rear wheel.

Now I had to remove the drum)) And I admit, I’ve never done anything like that in my life and in general, even who knows how it’s removed in general))

In short, I walked around the bush, thought about it and called a more experienced friend who explained to me as best he could what I needed to do))

To begin with, again, generously spray the guides for the disk with VDashka, and onto the central hole itself.

Then you need to somehow stop the drum. Your assistant can do this by pressing the brake pedal)) In my case, I hammered a flat-head screwdriver into the slot at the back of the drum between it and the hub, clamped it and only then unscrewed it with a 12-way wrench.

Then I slowly and gradually screwed these same guides into the other two holes located nearby, this should help “squeeze” the drum from the hub, I provide a photo below for clarity.

Simultaneously with the gradual tightening of the guides, I tried to press the back side with a screwdriver and also tapped the back of the drum with a hammer))

Apparently he “tapped” quite hard, because soon a piece of the drum ended up in my hand))

One way or another, after about 20 minutes the damn drum gave in to me))

Having removed it, we observe the hub and the bars and pads)) I circled the parking brake cable in red.

It is attached to the hook of the so-called parking brake lever, and in my case, to remove it I had to forcefully press this lever with a screwdriver, while I pulled the cable off with pliers.

Pull the cable out through the hole in the back of the drum.

I cleaned the hub itself and the insides with a stiff iron brush.

We take a new cable and thread it through the hole in the back of the drum.

When is it necessary to replace the handbrake cable?

VAZ 2114 parking brake cable - it is with its help that we interact with the rear wheel brakes (brake drums). Another name for the handbrake is the parking brake. Many people think that they can live well without it, they say, who even puts the handbrake on their feet these days? But don’t forget that the fourteenth is a manual transmission, with our downhill traffic jams the handbrake is very useful, and also, in the parking lot, the chance of the car being stolen is sharply reduced, plus you can take turns in the winter effectively! Anyone who has ever jacked up a car themselves knows about the need to put the handbrake on. If you come up with a hand brake for your car, it should work properly. But it doesn't always work.

Handbrake cable

Hint of replacement

Elementary wear of a part - the handbrake cable may rust, break or become loose so that it cannot be tightened - this is the most common reason for replacement. The two rear wheels seem to hint that the parking brake is connected to the wheels in the form of two cables. Almost always one of the cables fails. This does not mean that one needs to be changed. Buy a set and change both. The price for a VAZ 2114 parking brake cable varies from 200 to 1000 rubles (depending on the manufacturer and place of purchase). Otherwise, the cable that turns out to be older will definitely fly in the near future, and you will simply pay double the price.

Symptoms of a cable failure are usually as follows:

The handbrake does not hold the required traction
brake drums get hot
when pulling the handbrake, the cable may not respond to the action
the cable sheath is worn out

It’s easy to check if something is wrong with the cable: put the car on the handbrake, get out of it and try to give it a good push – it will roll a little if the cable is dead.

How to remove the handbrake cable on the fourteenth?

Before changing the handbrake cable on a VAZ 2114, it must be removed. Fortunately, it is clearly visible and cannot be confused with anything. You need to work in a hole or on an overpass under the bottom of the car. It’s good if the car is clean, because all the nuts and fasteners need to be found and unscrewed (you can also spray them with WD for a smooth fastening movement); dirty ones will take longer to work with. Before replacing, move the handbrake all the way down.

We start with the locknut and the adjusting nut, loosen them and remove them from the handbrake rod (now you can remove the washers and cable leveler, or you can do this after jacking up the car, before removing the wheels).
Jack up the rear of the car, unscrew the wheel bolts and remove the wheels.
To remove the brake drums, tap the locking pins to dislodge them from the shoes.
Remove the brake pad.
We disconnect the tip of the first and second cables from the equalizer (the clamps can be removed with simple pliers).
Remove the cable loop from the hook of the shifted spacer lever of each wheel.
We remove the cable sheath from the entire rear suspension, having first unscrewed the fastening bolt.
Pull the cable out of the holes in the brake flaps.

Adjusting the handbrake tension
Replacing the handbrake cable of a VAZ 2114, the process is similar to removal, only in reverse order. We start by threading the new cables into the washers, attaching the loops (many people make special clamps at the end of the loop - bosses - so that the cable sits even more tightly in place), and assembling the entire wheel hub. They laid each cable along the suspension and secured it. In the end, you will need to tighten the handbrake in the cabin itself.

By the way, the parking brake is the cause of the unpleasant squeaking sound in the rear of the cabin. Replacing the VAZ 2114 parking brake cable is a good reason to get rid of it for one thing: you should come up with a rubber seal for attaching the cable to the body frames.

After replacing the old cable with a new one, we check how it works. Just put your fourteenth on the hill on the handbrake, if it moves, you need to adjust it:

We loosen the lock nut of the tension device in the handbrake, and tighten the adjusting nut, then pull the cable with a lever.
The lever should move 2-4 strokes (this is the working stroke of the handbrake), if it works, tighten the lock nut.
We drive up the hill again, put the handbrake on, check how it holds.

Before frost, you should always remove and lubricate the handbrake cable; you will increase its service life, protecting it from the adverse effects of low temperatures. Thus, you will ensure stable operation of the entire brake system of the car. It is worth lubricating the axle itself, the tips and the equalizer rod.

One more point: the handbrake cable does not always need to be changed, excluding, of course, an obvious rupture or wear of the mechanism. Most often it just needs to be tightened. And your handbrake will be back to normal. Tightening also means that the cable gradually becomes unusable, and it will soon have to be replaced with a new one. Also, the brake pads may be acting up. Very often, especially after tightening, drivers sin on the handbrake cable, buy a new one, change it, but there is zero effect. Look at the pads, they also tend to run out.

Functionality check

After replacing the cable, check its operation.

Place the car on a hill and turn on the handbrake. If the car starts to roll, the new cable needs adjustment.
Loosen the parking brake lock nut in the handbrake, tighten the adjusting nut, and then pull the cable using the lever.
The optimal lever stroke should include 2-4 strokes. If this happens, tighten the locknut and check it again.
We drive up a hill and turn on the handbrake. Now the car should definitely stand still. Unless the cable turned out to be fake or an error was made during the assembly stage.

Disassembled handbrake

Before frost, it is recommended to lubricate the parking cable, which will significantly extend its service life. Under the influence of negative temperatures, the cable breaks down faster. The tips, axle and rod of the equalizer should be lubricated.

Tightening and replacing the handbrake cable is not a difficult task. Even if you don't have a lot of experience working on cars, you will be able to do this job.

But if you are not confident in your own abilities or simply do not have time to do such things on your own, contact a service station. A lift will cost about 500-700 rubles, but for a replacement they will ask for at least 1,500 rubles

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Replacing the handbrake cable on a VAZ-2113, 2114, 2115

The parking brake cable is the device that interacts with the brakes of the rear wheels. The well-known handbrake is now little used when stopping at an intersection, but on a manual VAZ-2114, for example, it is very convenient to use it on a steep descent.

When making turns, using the handbrake correctly can significantly reduce the turning radius. And if you have to jack up the car, it’s hard without a handbrake.

The handbrake should keep the car on the slope. To check, you need to park the car on level ground, put it on the handbrake and push it hard. If it starts to roll, then it’s time to change the cable.

Preparatory activities

Replacing the cable Beginner VAZ 2114 drivers usually do not risk starting to repair the cable unit on their own, preferring the services of auto repair shops, and, it must be said, in vain. Finding the handbrake drive under the bottom of the car is not difficult, and with minimal skills and a small set of tools, the issue will be resolved within 3-4 hours. For repair you will need:

Overpass or inspection hole.
Open-end wrench set to "10".
Two keys for "13".
Pliers.
Plastic clamps.
Large flathead screwdriver.
WD-40 lubricant.

To make your work more comfortable, you should clean the bottom of the car from dirt and lubricate all threaded units with WD-40.

Cable faults

Over time, the cable stretches. Doesn't hold the car even after being pulled up.
The cable threads begin to break.
The cable itself broke.
Even after lubrication, the cable has difficulty moving in the sheath.
The cable becomes sour.

The parking brake can often be restored to normal function by lubricating the cable. If you carry out this procedure regularly once a year (usually this is done before frost), then you can forget about situations when the handbrake fails.

The cable will last longer as it will be well protected from freezing. The brake system will work stably. You need to lubricate the axle, equalizer rod and tips.

Please note that there are two cables going to the wheels; it is recommended to replace them at the same time. Otherwise, the old one will fail earlier and you will have to do double work, which we will discuss below.

Why change

If you notice problems with the handbrake but continue to use it, you may be in for an unpleasant surprise when the car suddenly rolls downhill.
It is also possible that the pads will not return to their original position. This already threatens to heat up the brake discs and wear out the pads. As a result, the wheel may jam. The effect will be the same as driving with a handbrake.

Rope price

The cable itself costs from 200 to 1000 rubles. The price depends on the manufacturer and place of purchase. Replacement at a car service center will cost on average from 400 to 1000 rubles, depending on the region.

Replacement

It is not difficult to independently replace the VAZ-2114 parking brake cable.

To replace you need the following tool:

key to “10”;
two keys to “13”;
a large screwdriver and WD-40 for smooth fastening.

Replacement is carried out on an inspection hole or overpass.

The handbrake must be lowered all the way down.
All parking brake nuts need to be cleaned. Don't forget about the leveling bar.
The locknut must be loosened and removed from the rod. The same is done with the adjusting nut.
Now they begin to remove the wheels. First loosen the wheel bolts. The rear part is lifted with a jack. Don't forget about the supports! Once they are aligned, you can remove the rear wheels.
Remove the brake drums using a hammer and a wooden spacer. You need to knock the locking pins off the pads.
The end of the parking brake cable of a VAZ-2114 car is attached to the rear brake shoe lever. First you need to remove the block, and then the cable end.
Unscrew the fastening bolt and disconnect the cable sheath.
A cable is pulled out from the holes in the brake flaps on each side.
Then they take out the cable sheath from the fastenings on the body.

Bottom line

The cable has been removed. You can replace or lubricate the parking brake cable. Installing a new one is done in reverse order. Afterwards the tension of the handbrake is adjusted.

When is cable drive repair needed?

While operating the vehicle, it is important to determine the moment when replacing the handbrake cable becomes absolutely necessary. When stopped by a traffic police inspector, the defect is equated to a technical malfunction and is punishable by a fine. A simple check of the functionality of the handbrake is to park the car on a slope with the brake applied. If the car rolls, it's time to start repairing it.

The main symptoms of problems with the cable mechanism are as follows:

Excessive heating of brake drums.
Lack of response when tensioning the cable transmission.
Worn cable sheath.
The tension adjustment of the mechanism is broken.

If the last point can be solved with a simple adjustment, then other manifestations of the malfunction require drastic methods. In this case, you need to understand the reasons for the situation:

cable breakage or stretching;
moisture entering the shell, especially in winter;
souring of the cable inside the sheath due to insufficient lubricant.

Sometimes you can do without replacing the cable or other elements of the handbrake - just restore the lubrication. Practice shows that such a procedure, carried out once a year, significantly increases the service life of parts.

How to change the parking brake cable on a VAZ 2114

The parking brake is an important element of the car. The main reason for unit failure is wear of the cables. Some motorists are in no hurry to make repairs, mistakenly believing that the handbrake is a secondary safety measure. Not having a parking brake can be costly. It's not just about money. It’s enough to just imagine what will happen if the car fails to stay on a high rise and rolls out of control onto a busy section of the street. Don't tempt fate. If the parking brake breaks, repair it immediately. We will tell you how to tighten the handbrake on a VAZ-2114.

The main reason for the failure of the VAZ-2114 handbrake is wear of the cables

SIGNS OF BREAKAGE

Structurally, the brake system includes two cables. As a rule, only one of them breaks. However, it is better to buy and replace both products at once. There are two reasons for this:

the second worn cable will also soon fail and will have to be replaced (again returning to the repair problem);
a set is cheaper than buying products one by one.

Depending on the manufacturer and store, purchasing a kit for a VAZ-2114 car will cost you 800–1000 rubles.

Signs that clearly indicate that it is time for repairs:

the parking brake does not hold the required traction;
it is unusual for the brake drums to overheat;
a visual inspection shows that the protective sheath of the cable is clearly frayed;
When the parking brake lever is pulled, the car does not lock. This is easy to check. Push the car while it is on the handbrake. If the car rolls, the breakdown is obvious.

Structurally, the handbrake system includes two cables, but usually only one breaks

REPAIR

Replacing the VAZ-2114 hand brake cable is carried out on an overpass or in a garage pit. Pre-clean the bottom of the car from dirt (it will be much easier to work).

Operation sequence:

remove the rear wheels;
slightly unscrew the adjusting nuts and locknuts and remove them from the rod;
remove the equalizer;
dismantle the block and brake drums;
remove the tips from the equalizer;
remove the loops of the cables from the hook of the spacer lever;
unscrew the fastening bolt and remove the shell;
We take out the cables from the holes in the brake flaps.

Replacing the VAZ-2114 parking brake cable is carried out in the reverse order.

After installing the cables, they need to be adjusted, otherwise the handbrake will not fully perform its function.

ADJUSTMENT

After installing a new product, it needs to be adjusted. Otherwise, the handbrake will not fully perform its functions.

Sequence of work:

loosen the locknut, use a lever to tighten the cable;
the working stroke of the parking brake lever is 2–4 strokes (it turns out that we tighten the locknut).

CONCLUSION

Lubricate brake system components, especially when preparing your vehicle for winter. We pay close attention to the axle, equalizer rod and tips. This will protect the products from corrosion, extend their service life and ensure reliable operation of the braking system.

Perhaps you had to tighten the handbrake? Share your experience with our readers in the comments. Any information would be very helpful.

The cost of this work in a car service

Not every car owner wants to do car repairs themselves. Therefore, let's look at approximate prices for the cost of work in car services:

Adjusting the hand brake will cost about 500 rubles;
If, in addition to adjustment, replacement of the mechanism cables is required, the price will be about 900 rubles.

The process does not take much time, but the price of the work includes the occupied space in the service and the work of the master. In addition to the adjustment, as described earlier, additional repairs may be required in the form of replacing the rear pads, then the repair will accordingly become more expensive. By contacting a car service, of course, you will have a guarantee for the work performed, but adjusting the handbrake is a process that does not require investment if you do it yourself. In this case, you will save a decent portion of your budget. And using the information obtained from the article, the question “how to tighten the handbrake of a VAZ 2114” will not be too difficult for you.

Handbrake tension on VAZ 2114

The VAZ 2114 car has good performance, reliability and maintainability. But this does not allow you to completely insure yourself against possible breakdowns.

Considering the state of domestic roads, it is not surprising that most often car owners turn to service stations with problems in the braking system or suspension.

Handbrake cable

How many clicks should the handbrake lift?

The need to tighten the handbrake on a VAZ 2114 arises when the rear brake pads and cable stretch are worn out. If you actively use the mechanism, the cable will become deformed due to constant tension and loosening.

The ideal number of clicks when applying the handbrake is considered to be in the range from 2 to 5. Most often, their number exceeds the permissible value, which requires tightening the handbrake.

You can do the work yourself without special knowledge; just follow the instructions from the next paragraph and have all the necessary tools at hand.

Design

Many people mistakenly believe that the handbrake is a simple lever located near the gearbox, on the right hand of the driver. In fact, it is a whole system of elements that are connected to each other.

When the hand brake fails, in 90% of cases the culprit is a cable or a pair of cables that go to the rear brake pads from the equalizer.

To determine the reasons for the failure of the handbrake, it is necessary to understand the circuit diagram of the device and its components.

Handbrake diagram

The device includes a number of structural elements. Namely:

Lever arm;
Traction;
Springs;
Lever button;
Main cable axis;
Bolts;
Washers;
Drive unit;
Equalizer;
Case;
Locknuts;
Cotter pins;
Right and left lever;
Expansion left and right strip;
Lock washer, etc.

conclusions

High-quality repair of the brake system is possible not only in a car service center, but also in your own garage. This is not only financial savings, but also an understanding of one’s own importance, which novice car enthusiasts so lack.

The fact of taking preventive measures is important. In the pre-winter period, it is recommended to lubricate the cables, which extends their service life and optimizes the operation of the entire system. The axles, tips and rod of the equalizer are also treated with lubricant. Periodic inspection and adjustment will ensure the safety of not only the driver and passengers, but also other road users.

Tension

So, having understood the diagram, you can begin the procedure of tightening the handbrake cables.

Stretch

The tensioning procedure is as follows.

Place the car on an overpass or pit. If you don’t have a garage and you have the opportunity or desire to carry out the procedure at a service station, use a jack. The rear of the car is raised on a jack. The most extreme option is a curb onto which the car is driven and all you have to do is crawl under it.
Engage the gearbox in first gear and put the car on the handbrake by pulling the lever up.
The ideal number of handbrake clicks is from 2 to 5. If there are fewer or more clicks, it is easier to take appropriate measures to tension the cable.
If there are less than 2 clicks, then the cable will need to be lengthened. If there are more than five clicks, then the cables are shortened.
Lengthening the cable means relaxing it. To do this, unscrew the locknut. When tightening the cable, the locknut must be tightened in reverse.
Before you start looking for the required nut on the bottom of the car, release the handbrake lever all the way.
Take a 13mm wrench under the car and head down.
Find the handbrake cable equalizer. This is the same element from which the main handbrake cable is divided into two cables.
In some cases, it is simply not possible to gain access to the equalizer, since the muffler holders made of rubber are in the way. In such a situation, it is better to remove them. This is not difficult to do, but working with the handbrake will be much easier.
Now there are two nuts in front of you. One is a simple nut and the other is a lock nut. Having two keys in your hands, fix the nut with the first one, and with the second one begin to unscrew or tighten the locking nut. Be careful that the nut does not start to turn.
Taking into account the condition of the handbrake and the need to loosen or tighten the lever, turn the locknut in the appropriate direction. Remember what is the optimal number of clicks.
Tighten or unscrew the locknut to obtain the required degree of tension.

Examination

But if you twisted the nuts there, this is not a guarantee that the handbrake now works perfectly. This needs to be clearly verified.

To do this, it is enough to go through a successive stage of verification activities.

Stage	Explanation
Spin the wheels after tensioning is completed	The wheels are lifted one by one on a jack. When the handbrake lever is turned off, they should rotate freely without obstacles. By squeezing the brake, the wheels should lock.
Drive up a slight slope, stop and engage the handbrake	The fact that the wheels do not spin when suspended is good. But you need to make sure that the handbrake holds the car even when exposed to gravity.

If the check shows that the handbrake still does not hold, even if the cable was tensioned exactly according to the instructions, the handbrake is probably simply worn out and the cable needs to be replaced.

Signs that replacement is needed

It is not uncommon for the VAZ 2114 handbrake cable to rust, as a result of which it breaks or weakens so much that no tightening can restore its previous functionality.

At the first sign of cable wear, you should consider replacing it. This problem may manifest itself as follows:

The handbrake is not able to withstand the required traction;
Drum brakes overheat;
When you pull the parking brake lever, the cable does not respond to your actions;
The cable sheath is seriously worn.

To check the operation of the handbrake, it is enough to perform one simple action. Place the car on a level surface, apply the handbrake, get out of the car and try to push it hard. If movement begins, the cable is dead and needs urgent replacement.

Handbrake tightening process

There is a strip attached to the bottom of the car into which the ends of the left and right drum brake cables are inserted. The bar itself is held on a pin, which, in turn, is attached to the handbrake lever and moves with it, thus tensioning the cables. The process of tightening the parking brake cable occurs according to the following principle:

The vehicle is driven onto an overpass or a pit can be used as an alternative. If there is nothing suitable, then you can jack up one side of the car and install supports under the sill at the front and rear.
We engage first gear. For safety, you can install wheel chocks.
Then we check whether the car is on the handbrake and go under it.
Under the middle part of the muffler on the bottom of the car there will be a mechanism that is responsible for the settings. You can also find it by looking at the bottom of the car under the handbrake handle.
To tighten the handbrake on a VAZ 2114, you will need to remove the muffler from the rubber dampers. This can be done by spraying them with WD-40 and then carefully prying them off with a screwdriver.
We will need two 13mm wrenches. The first one we hold the main adjustment nut, and the second one we loosen the locknut. Otherwise, the mechanism may spin. Since the location of the adjustment is not particularly good and is susceptible to corrosion, it is better to clean the threads of rust using WD-40 before starting the process.
Next we proceed to the adjustment itself. If we have more clicks than needed, then turn the adjusting nut clockwise. If, on the contrary, it is less, then we loosen it by twisting it counterclockwise.
During the setup process, we check from time to time that the result is correct. When we have achieved 3-4 clicks of lever travel, we can hold the main one with a wrench and tighten the lock nut.
Now you need to check the handbrake for functionality. We place the car on a hill and raise the handbrake. Then smoothly release the brake pedal and check. If the car does not hold on and starts to roll, then the rear pads are very worn and need to be replaced.

If all the work is done correctly and the mechanism is working properly, then the handbrake should be able to withstand the car on a hill of 25 degrees without rolling back.

Dismantling and replacement

It is difficult to confuse the cable from the handbrake with anything else under the bottom of your VAZ 2114, which greatly simplifies the repair and replacement procedure.

Dismantling works

We provide detailed instructions for replacement, and additionally recommend watching the video.

We advise you to get the car in order in terms of cleanliness in advance. This will make it easier for you to find all the nuts and fasteners.
Additionally, treat the nuts with the almighty WD40. This will make it much easier for you to unscrew the sometimes sticking and rusting nuts.
Place the handbrake lever all the way down.
Start with the adjusting nut and locknut that you used recently to try to tighten a loose cable. In this situation, you should loosen the nuts and remove them from the handbrake rod.
Remove the washers and cable equalizer. Although this can be done after you jack up the car. But be sure to do it before removing the wheels.
Raise the rear of the car with a jack, unscrew the wheel bolts and remove them.
Tap the brake drum locking pins. This will allow them to be removed from the brake pads.
Remove the block.
You now need to disconnect the ends of the two cables from the equalizer. The fasteners can be removed from their places with the simplest pliers, so don’t bother.
The shifted spacer lever has hooks from which the cable loop can be removed.
The cable sheath must be removed from the entire suspension of the rear of the car. To do this, the mounting bolts are first unscrewed.
Pull the cable out of the holes through the brake flaps.
We got rid of the old cable, so all that remains is to replace the old one with a new element. The procedure is performed exactly in reverse order.
Thread the new cables through the washers and hook the loops. You can additionally make bosses - this is a special clamp that allows you to fix the cable even more tightly.
Reassemble the entire disassembled wheel structure.
Route the cable along the suspension through the sheath and secure the bolts.
Pull the handbrake in the cabin.
Check the correct tension and operation of the new hand brake, or rather the cable.

It is not uncommon for the parking brake to cause an unpleasant squeaking noise from the rear. By changing the cable, you can get rid of this problem at the same time. To do this, rubber seals are installed under the cable fasteners on the body frames.

Malfunctions and their symptoms

Determining that a cable needs adjustment or replacement is quite simple. Signs of a faulty mechanism appear as follows:

The handbrake is pressed effortlessly - the cable is loose, you need to tighten it.
The mechanism does not respond to pressing the lever - the drive is torn or flew out, or the reason may be the wear of the rear pads.
If the handbrake is stuck, the drive is damaged and needs to be replaced.

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Having taken out the main element, you can visually determine its condition. Replacement is required in the following cases:

Up to 2% are damaged or torn.
The cable moves with difficulty even after applying lubricant.
The drive tips have grooves.

Removing the parking brake lever

Remove the cable equalizer.
Remove the protective cover from the adjusting rod.
Remove the floor tunnel cover.
Unscrew the self-tapping screw of the front fastening of the parking brake warning lamp switch bracket.
Using a 10 mm socket wrench, unscrew the two rear mounting bolts of the parking brake indicator switch bracket.
Remove the bracket and disconnect the wire tip from the switch terminal.
Using a 10 mm socket wrench, unscrew the two remaining bolts securing the parking brake lever bracket.
Remove the parking brake lever assembly with bracket and adjusting rod.
To remove the adjusting rod, use pliers to remove the cotter pin from the axial pin. Remove the washer and rod from the finger.

Pro Tips

If you do not want to waste your time and energy on mastering a fairly simple handbrake design and tightening the handbrake yourself, you can contact a car service center. The price of the issue is at least 400 rubles, depending on the region of the country, but the event is not a one-time event. After a certain time, you will need to adjust the handbrake cable again, for which you will have to go to a car service center again. It is worth noting that the cost of the procedure will increase with each new visit.

After a tightening, it often happens that a strong cracking sound appears. It is possible that a cable or two cables were not installed correctly during tightening. Make sure that the cable does not catch on the fasteners or anything else. You can unscrew the bolts that hold the cable and see what condition they are in. If there are signs of rubbing, it is necessary to lay the cable correctly. In addition, the cable may crack because it is overtightened (even when the parking brake clicks fall within the required interval).

You have to tighten the handbrake quite often. This is due to the design of the parking brake. In addition, you will have to adjust the parking brake when replacing brake pads, repairing the handbrake, repairing the cable, and replacing the rear brake cylinder.