Vehicle owner's manual VAZ-2115

Safety regulations
Exhaust gases are toxic! If it is necessary to start the engine in a garage or other area, ensure good ventilation or be sure to open the gate. When starting to repair or service...

Operating recommendations
Maintenance and repair of the car during the warranty period must be carried out only at service stations with a mandatory note on the work in the service book coupons, otherwise...

Recommendations for traffic safety
Driving style and seating comfort of the driver affect the degree of safety, therefore: be sure to fasten your seat belt, even if you drive a car in the city; make sure all...

Must have for daily use
2.1. Tools and accessories 2.1. Tools and accessories Currently, cars at the factory are equipped with the minimum possible set of tools, with which you can only change a wheel or...

A must have when going on a long journey
On a long journey, especially if the route is unfamiliar, you have to rely only on yourself and spare parts in the trunk. Below is a complete list of necessary parts, tools and...

Vehicle operation during the warranty period
The operation of the car during the warranty period is characterized by two main points: 1. Vehicle break-in period (mileage of the first 3000 km). 2. Possibility of elimination...

Vehicle break-in
During car break-in (first 3000 km) there is an intensive running-in of details. The reliability, durability and efficiency of your car will depend on proper operation during this...

Preparing the car for departure
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 that the systems and units are...

Checking car wheels
You will need: pressure gauge, pump, caliper. Recommendations. The air pressure in the tires of the front and rear wheels should be 0.19 MPa (1.9 kgf/cm 2 ). Check tire pressure...

Checking the level and topping up the coolant
You will need: coolant, clean rag. Recommendations: The manufacturer recommends the use of the following coolants: TOSOL AM; TOSOL A-40M; OZHK «LENA»; «LENA-40»; SPECTROL...

Checking the level and topping up the brake fluid
You will need: brake fluid, clean rag. Useful tips. Type of brake fluid - «Tom» or «Dew» class not lower than DOT-4. When the brake fluid level in the reservoir drops below the...

Checking the level and adding oil to the lubrication system
You will need: engine oil, funnel, clean rag. Recommendation. Engine oil type: «LUKOIL-Lux» (5W-40; 10W-40; 15W-40; SJ/CF), «LUKOIL-Super» (5W-30; 5W-40; 10W-40; 15W-40; SG/CD),...

Checking the level and adding oil to the gearbox
You will need: gear oil (see « Fuels and lubricants and operating materials »), a funnel or syringe for filling transmission units, a clean rag. Recommendation. Place the vehicle...

Refilling the car
You will need: a can of gasoline, a funnel. Warnings! Use gasoline with an octane rating of 91-95. The use of gasoline with a lower octane rating may cause engine malfunction. Do...

Using the jack
When using the jack on soft ground, place a block or plank under the base of the jack. Jacking This is how the jack is installed in the socket for the jack paw when the front...

Towing a car
For towing a car (or use it as a towing vehicle) fasten the cable only in the lugs specially designed for this purpose.. Car towing Car towing ... and on the back of the car....

Checking the level and topping up the fluid in the washer reservoir
Checking the level and topping up the liquid in the windshield washer reservoir and tailgate window glass (VAZ-2113, VAZ-2114): You will need: in summer - clean water, in winter -...