LADA Granta brake pads: replacement, which ones are better, Top 5

Articles of brake pads Lada Granta

Let's denote that the Granta's brake circuit is presented in a classic style: front disc and rear drum pads. This type/scheme was borrowed from Kalina, Priora, and earlier models.

*Prices are current as of September 18, 2018.

The list presented is not exhaustive and is for informational purposes only. The manufacturer allows the purchase and subsequent installation of components not listed in the list. The main requirement for parts is quality workmanship and professional installation. Among foreign analogues, Lada Granta liftback brake pads are in high demand:

• BOSCH 0 986491700, 0 986495214;
• ICER 181308;
• Lucas – Girling E9 90R-01111/479;
• LYNXauto BD-4601, LYNXauto BD-4605;
• FENOX BP40005O7;
• FERODO FDB527;
• TRW 21170.

Which VAZ brake pads are better to choose?

In 2021, there are a large number of companies on the market selling components and consumables for Lada cars. Depending on the car model and the store’s assortment, the choice of brake pads can reach 4-5 varieties. The main division is based on brands and production materials. The list of the best manufacturers includes:

• EzATI;
• VATI;
• MARCON
• ROSDOT
• STS

These companies have held leading positions in the list of the most popular brands for several years in a row and guarantee high quality products.

Also, some motorists prefer original spare parts. AvtoVAZ brake pads differ from analogues in their moderate cost and optimal efficiency. At the same time, the manufacturer does not recommend the use of serial versions for aggressive use for other purposes. Such actions can overheat the linings, which will cause the brake fluid to boil and cause the module to fail.

Material selection

The material of the brake pads also differs. A large selection of organic, ceramic and semi-metallic mixtures often confuses the motorist, which provokes him to make the wrong choice.

The modification is the oldest variety. The first pads were made from organic material. The modification is designed to work under moderate loads. Typically, this variety is used on production vehicles for daily use in urban environments. The advantages are moderate cost and sufficient prevalence. Disadvantages include rapid wear and low efficiency at high loads.

The next subtype is used primarily on modified cars and is intended for more aggressive use under increased loads or high speeds.

Among the advantages of this subtype are stability of operation during overheating and during prolonged braking at high speed. The disadvantages include low prevalence in certain regions and high price.

The next subtype is used in 95% of cases on racing units specially prepared for competitions. Usually, replacing VAZ brake pads with similar ones is carried out in a comprehensive manner. In this case, the entire brake system, without exception, is subject to modification. Pads, discs, calipers, lines and working pistons are changed. If this option is installed on a standard car, the effect will be small and there is a risk of severe wear of the discs.

Users consider high efficiency and durability as advantages. The disadvantages include the need for complex rework, which is fraught with significant financial costs.

What you need to know about Granta Sport pads

In the Sport modification, all four calipers are disc type. Friction linings are metallic and semi-metallic. Ceramic and organic friction linings are not installed on the Lada model. The difference between the last two types is the presence of ceramic and Kevlar fiber.

There is no need to mention the advantages of organics and ceramics, since everyone knows that they are developed using the most modern technologies and provide maximum braking effect. The exorbitant cost is a significant drawback, which for many becomes a stumbling block.

Diagnostics of friction lining wear level

Most modern cars are equipped with special digital wear sensors. When the programmed level is reached, an indicator light is activated on the central instrument panel, indicating a breakdown of the brake circuit.

Unfortunately, the Lada is not yet equipped with digital sensors; you need to navigate by the actual thickness of the body of the lining. The maximum permissible threshold for using the body is 1.5 mm. Above the specified limit, the operation of the technical device is not safe. The degree of wear can be determined by removing each wheel and measuring the thickness with a caliper.

Alternative option: turn the steering wheel to the extreme left/right position, visually assess the thickness without resorting to dismantling work. The above recommendation only applies to the front circuit. For rear wheels, unconditional removal of discs.

Typical causes of wear on brake system components

1. Long-term operation without intermediate prevention;
2. Mechanical damage to the caliper or steering knuckle, resulting in deformation of the lining;
3. Deformation, and as a result, creaking of brake pads on Grant;
4. Purchase and subsequent installation of low quality parts;
5. Violation of installation technology;
6. Aggressive driving style of a vehicle;
7. Insufficient amount of fluid in the expansion tank of the master cylinder;
8. Damage to the supply line DOT – 4;
9. Working cylinder jammed.

Replacement process

First of all, you need to find the plate on which the bend is located. It is recommended to bend the bottom plate, then it will be convenient to lift the brake mechanism up and replace the pad. The purpose of this plate is to stop the fixing bolt of the brake cylinder and the lower pin. Using pliers, the edges are moved apart slightly to allow access to the bolt.

Next, the guide pin is fixed with a 17 key, and the bolt is removed using a spanner.

The completed manipulations allow you to dismantle the plate. The bracket rises and the pads open.

Worn elements are removed, all dirt from the seat is carefully removed with a brush with stiff bristles; even special metal brushes can be used.

New pads are installed. To put the bracket back in place, the piston is pushed into the cylinder all the way; this can be done with pliers or a screwdriver.

All processes are repeated in reverse order. Don't forget to form a bend on the plate to ensure a tight fit on the bolt.

Sequence of actions when replacing pads on Granta yourself

Front

• We place the car within the perimeter of the repair zone, squeeze the parking brake, and engage first gear. We fix the rear row of wheels with wheel chocks;
• Jack up the side and remove the wheel;
• We unscrew the upper and lower guides, move the caliper to the side, do not unscrew the line;
• Carefully pry up the anti-squeak plates with a screwdriver and remove the pads;
• We troubleshoot the caliper, clean it, and blow it out if necessary;
• We install new linings.

After replacing the front pads, check the level in the tank. It is located in the engine compartment. We carry out a similar procedure with the second wheel. Service center technicians recommend replacing the circuits at the same time. For example: front / rear, all four calipers. Subsequent replacement after 30,000 km.

Rear So, to change the rear brake pads on a Grant, do the following:

• fix the front wheels, do not release the parking brake;
• jack up the rear side, remove the wheel;
• tapping the rim evenly with a hammer to knock it off its seat;
• remove the pressure plate, spacer bar;
• unpin the base of the fixation, the ear of the handbrake cable;
• remove the old ones and install new friction linings;
• The mechanism is pinned in the reverse order.

Be sure to check the fluid level in the expansion tank and replenish the missing amount.

Replacing rear pads on a Lada Granta with ABS

Replacing brake pads in Lada Granta drum brakes, it would seem, should not cause any difficulties. Nevertheless, there are cases when inept handling of the brake mechanism ends in damage to the brake drum, friction linings of brake pads or brake cylinder boots. To avoid such disgrace, we will find out the secrets that the Lada Grant with ABS has related to drum brakes.

How to check brake pad wear on a Grant

No one will bother replacing brake pads right away. There are reasons for this, and mileage does not play a major role here. The service life of VAZ pads is quite difficult to predict. The level of wear on the rear drum brake pads greatly depends on the quality of the friction linings and their composition, as well as on the driving style.

First of all, poor performance of the handbrake will indicate wear of the rear pads. When braking under normal conditions, it is difficult to feel the wear of the rear pads, since 75% of the braking force falls on the front wheels.

But Granta has one clue - this is a hatch in the brake shield, closed with a rubber plug. It can be found if you pick up the dirt on the back of the shield.

If you open the hatch, the wear of the front pad will be clearly visible, and the front pad wears out much faster than the rear one.

If you replace the pads on only one side, the car may pull to the side when braking, especially on slippery roads.

Changing brake pads on a Grant with ABS

The process of replacing pads on a Grant with and without ABS differs only in small details. Firstly, a drive disc is installed behind the brake drum. Secondly, there is an ABS sensor installed in the brake shield on the rear side, which will need to be removed. Thirdly, the pads for cars with ABS have technological holes for this sensor.

First of all, you need to release the handbrake cables. If we still have the factory heat protection installed above the muffler, it will have to be removed by unscrewing 4 nuts.

Then we simply unscrew the handbrake tensioner locknut with a 13 mm wrench, and loosen the second nut until it stops.

We get to the brake mechanism. We fix the car with wheel chocks, jack up the right or left rear part, having previously removed the wheel bolts. We remove the wheel.

Using a socket or 7 mm spanner, unscrew the guide pins that secure the drum to the hub.

How to remove a brake drum on a Grant

To remove the brake drum without any problems, we use the civilized “impactless” method. We look carefully at the brake drum holes, located at the same diameter as the guide holes. They are diametrically opposite and have threads cut into them.

In order to remove the drum from the hub without effort and a hammer, we screw two bolts 50-60 mm long with the same threads as on the guide pins into these holes.

We screw the bolts evenly, 15.-2 turns on each side.

As a result, the drum will overcome the resistance of the pads even if a groove has formed on the working surface, and will be removed like clockwork.

Now the entire brake mechanism is within reach. First of all, we remove the master disk; nothing else holds it.

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Features of original LADA Granta brake pads

The supply of pads to the AvtoVAZ conveyor is carried out by JSC TIIR, Russia’s leading manufacturer of friction products for cars and trucks.

21100-3501800-83

The peculiarity of the markings of brake pads from “TIIR” is that the pads themselves have an internal factory number, and are supplied to the market with “VAZ” numbers. For example, components intended for the retail market under the Lada Sport brand are marked 21100-3501800-83, while the serial number 2108-3501080-05 is stamped on the pads themselves.

It is important to note that since 2012, TIIR JSC began producing front brake pads 1118-3501090 from the TIIR-295 composite material for Grant, Priora and Kalina cars. These pads, as mentioned above, do not have anti-squeak plates; a special mastic is applied to the back of the pads, designed to level out noise and vibration during braking.

Many car enthusiasts note that such “cheapening” of products does not bring the desired result; moreover, with frequent intense braking, the surface of the lining “glazes over”. This leads to an excessive increase in the coefficient of friction in the disc/pad pair and, accordingly, to accelerated wear of the brake disc.

But in 2013, the company improved the technology and began producing front brake pads 2192-3501090-10 from the TIIR-299 composite material with multilayer Nulok anti-squeak plates, for Lada Granta 2192/2194 and their modifications.