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DIY 2005 XC90 2.5T Rear Brake (Parking Brake) Overhaul

MVS Volvo Forums writeup expert CN90 demonstrates how to DIY your 2005 XC90 2.5T rear brake (parking brake) overhaul, with many photos to illustrate his steps. 2005 XC90…

Post categories In Brakes, Pads and Rotors, Volvo Repair Documentation, Volvo XC90

Parking Brake Shoe Making Noise

MrAl, MVS Volvo Forum member, asks about brake noise while driving his 1998 Volvo V70. Neil, MVS Moderator abscate, Erik and many others show him how to diagnose…

Post categories In Brakes, Pads and Rotors, Volvo 850, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

DIY 1998 Volvo S70 Parking Brake Tips/Tricks

– Brake Shoe friction material fell off, parking brake was useless.
– Parking Brake Cables were somewhat seized at the rear areas (from cracked areas), and since replacing the cables is a PITA, I elected to save them, read on for the tricks! BTW, each cable is $50, so I saved $100.

Post categories In Brakes, Pads and Rotors, Volvo 850, Volvo Repair Documentation, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000

Parking Brake System Tuneup 1993-2000 S70, V70, XC-70, 850

Need for parking brake system inspection. OEM components are prone to various degrees of failure due to age, exposure to elements, and heat which could affect drive-ability and control.

Post categories In Brakes, Pads and Rotors, Volvo 850, Volvo C70, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

Parking Brake Cable & Disc Replacement XC70

XVTer » 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…

Post categories In Brakes, Pads and Rotors, Volvo 850, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000, Volvo V70 R 1998-2000, Volvo XC70 & V70XC

1998 Volvo V70 Brake Hydraulics Overhaul

Ready For A Brake Hydraulics Overhaul? Brake Hoses, Caliper Seals/Dust Boots Rebuild Tutorial MVS Contributor and Member CN90 documented his thorough brake hydraulics overhaul and posted it in…

Post categories In Brakes, Pads and Rotors, Volvo Fluids, Volvo Repair Documentation, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000