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Brakes, Brake Pads, etc
Brake Pad Theory
“Semi-metallic pads actually gain grip as they reach their operating temperature” Continue reading
ABS Module Torx Bolts
MVS contributor CN90 made a discovery: if you can’t get your Volvo P80 model ABS module out, try an E6 socket. CN90 writes: Exact same issue for me, three (3) out of four (4) E5 bolts came off, but the … Continue reading
You Just Bought an XC90. Now What?
This is one of the most broad Stage 0s I’ve seen of the XC90 model. MVS Forum user XVTer spent a good deal of time and money baselining his new 2004 XC90 T6. Really interesting read. Continue reading
FCP’s How-To Video Tutorials
FCP’s S60 Timing Belt Replacement Video Tutorial FCP’s S60 Power Steering Repair Video Tutorial FCP’s S60, S80, V70, XC70 Rear Brake Replacement Video Tutorial Brake Upgrade to 302mm
Parking Brake Cable & Disc Replacement XC70
Well, I hate to say it, but the parking brake cables were a huge PITA! It took me a few hours to battle through them. I will try to explain the steps I took for now. I can try to … Continue reading
Change Brake Pads, Rotors XC90
A wealth of information on changing brake pads and rotors on your XC90 “So I am going to replace the pads/rotors on my XC90, I am pretty excited that they are original and I have 56K on the car. With … Continue reading
No Brakes When Cold, Volvo V70
No Brakes Symptoms After a startup when engine is cold there is no brake assist, the brake pedal feels very hard, braking efficiency is very low and for some reason it feels worse when driving in reverse. No Brakes Solution Vacuum … Continue reading
XC90 Needs New Front Brake Rotors at 40k Miles: Normal?
My wife has a 2006 XC90 with V8 and 18 inch wheels; we took it in for inspection and service today and the dealer called to let us know that the car needs new front rotors. We bought the car … Continue reading
DIY: Flaring your Brake Lines
[Apologies to Volvo Forum Member and Contributor Vjaneczko for not getting this in the Repair Database until a year after he wrote it. -- Matt] This started as a 10-minute job to replace the flex hoses for my front brakes … Continue reading