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 understeer when braking. Due to low tire pressure, the tread wears out faster and more fuel is consumed.
2. Inspect the parking area under the vehicle. If there are oil or operating fluid leaks, check the tightness of the vehicle's units and systems, and if possible, eliminate the leak before leaving.
3. Check engine oil level and, if necessary, top up the oil to the required level.
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 and the parking brake system does not hold the car on a 25% slope, you need to adjust the parking brake.
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 door glass (on VAZ-2113, VAZ-2114 cars).
10. Before driving a parked car, be sure to check the operation of the brake system by pressing the brake pedal. If the pedal "falls" to the floor without resistance, then the brake system is faulty. Operation of such a car is prohibited.
Notes: Before a long trip, as well as after a long break in operation, check the condition of the spare wheel and equip the car with tools and accessories.
If a malfunction is detected, make a decision (taking into account the requirements of the Traffic Regulations) about the start of a trip or car repairs.