My 01 v70 2.3 t5 has been sitting under a tarp for about 3.5 years now. I just fired it up and it started right up. Going to flush all the fluids etc. My main question would be.
Should I replace the calipers all the way around as I'm concerned about them possibly seizing? Or should I just run it up and down my driveway a few times and if the brakes grab and release will it be ok?
Also is there anywhere to get the replacement front windshield window trim.
v70 back on the road
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johnrapier
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examine the rotor faces thru the wheel spokes, run it and brake until the rust is gone.
check the temps of the disks, any that are sizzling hot i would clean the slide pins and lube, or do them all anyway.
check the temps of the disks, any that are sizzling hot i would clean the slide pins and lube, or do them all anyway.
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volvolugnut
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Of all of the cars I have moved after being parked for years, only one had brakes locked. If everything checks out with the rest of the car, then flush the brake fluid at each caliper. If they will not flush, you know you have a problem.
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Volvo: 2001 V70 T5, 1986 244DL, 1983 245DL, 1975 245DL, 1959 PV544, multiple Volvo parts cars.
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2009 Smart Passion
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