Preparing the car for departure (VAZ-21099)

Before you hit the road, check the technical condition of the car. It will take no more than 15 minutes, but during the trip you will be sure of the serviceability of the systems and units.

1. Be sure to check the air pressure in the tires and, if necessary, bring it up to the recommended pressure for this type of tires. A pressure difference of 0.2–0.3 kgf/cm² can worsen the handling parameters, smoothness of the car and lead to unwanted skidding or drifting when braking. Due to low tire pressure, the tread wears out faster and more fuel is consumed.

2. Inspect the parking space under the vehicle. If there are oil or operating fluid leaks, check the tightness of the vehicle's units and systems. If possible, eliminate the leak before leaving.

3. Check the oil level in the engine crankcase and top up the oil to the required level if necessary.

4. Check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir and the coolant level in the expansion tank. If necessary, top up the fluid to the norm.

5. We recommend checking the oil level in the gearbox and topping it up if necessary.

6. Check the operation of the parking brake. To do this, lift the lever to the stop and count the number of clicks. If there are more than eight clicks, the parking brake needs to be adjusted.

7. Check the sound signal.

8. Check the operation of the headlights, taillights and turn signals.

9. Check the operation of the control and measuring instruments, as well as the windshield wipers and washers and the rear window glass.

10. Before driving a parked car, be sure to check the brake system by pressing the brake pedal. If the pedal "falls" to the floor without resistance, the brake system is faulty. Operation of such a car is prohibited.