An unpleasant situation when driving a rudderbegins to fight for no reason. Most often this happens while driving at low speeds. However, there are times when the "steering wheel" strongly hits the steering wheel when the car brakes. What is the problem? Why does braking hit the steering wheel and how to be in this situation? You will find answers to these questions from our article.
Brake disk
Most often the steering wheel begins to behave this way because ofbrake discs. Therefore, first of all, study their condition. If the disk is deformed, then the problem of the steering wheel is hiding in it. In this case, it is necessary to make not the repair, but the replacement of the whole mechanism. In this case, after installing a new disk, be sure to pump the brakes and make the wheel alignment-convergence. The last step is best done in a reliable and tested service center. If the brake disc is intact, but is covered with dirt, be sure to clean it.
Pads
Less common source of failure in this situationis the brake shoe. This is due to poor-quality or severely worn friction material. Brake pads should be replaced in this case. And buy them should be a set of one manufacturer. A replacement can be made independently with a jack and a set of spanners. After installing the brake pads, you need to adjust them.
The least likely is the steering wheel when braking due to the wear of the silent blocks or ball bearings, so you can diagnose them last. But forget about them, too, not worth it.
What mechanisms will be required to get rid of this unpleasant problem?
If you hit the steering wheel during braking, you will need the following details:
- Bolt for internal hex.
- Set of front and rear brake pads.
- 4 new brake discs.
- Brake sensors (front left and rear right).
In any case, at least one of the above kits and devices is useful to you in solving this problem.
Surely the cause of all ills is hidden in the runningparts. Therefore, even if you do not hit the steering wheel when braking, and just vibrates, it is worth paying attention to the braking system. If the source was not found, perform a full suspension diagnosis. Failure can take several details, so to acquire them is also better than a kit (like brake pads, for example).
Do I need to brake after replacing the brake system?
Definitely, yes.In any case, the pumping of brakes should be performed at least every year, and this period does not depend on the condition of other units. After the replacement, of course, you need to make a pumping and preferably even camber-toe of the car's wheels.
