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2001 - 2007 V70
2001 - 2004 V70 XC (Cross Country)
2004 - 2007 XC70 (Cross Country)
2001 - 2009 S60
2003 - 2007 S60 R
2004 - 2007 V70 R

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jeffp
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Ceramic brake pads

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I need to replace the brakes front and rear on my 2004 S60 T5, has anyone had any problems with ceramic brake pads either with noise or lack of effectiveness in braking.I wanted to use the ceramic to cut down on the brake dust on the wheels.And the brake squeal.
Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks Jeff

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Post by MadeInJapan »

If you're going to ceramics. let me recommend the Euro- Akebono pads available at www.fcpgroton.com Use plenty of brake grease on the back of the pads and on the caliper pins after cleaning everything.
'98 S70 T5 Emrld Grn Met/Beige Tons of Upgrades Mobil-1
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The ceramics over the standard are great. The ceramics when wet and hot are the best, and no dust.
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Post by MadeInJapan »

Be aware that they are not so good when it's cold and haven't warmed up...so punch your brakes a couple of times if there are no stop signs or lights before getting on the highway...that is usually enough to get them warm where they'll work right.
'98 S70 T5 Emrld Grn Met/Beige Tons of Upgrades Mobil-1
'04 V70 2.5T Red/Taupe Some Upgrades Mobil-1
'07 S40 T5 AWD 6 speed manual! Silver/Black Stage1 Heico & Elevate
'07 S60 2.5T Blue/Taupe- my kid's Volvo

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