FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Front Brake Caliper






Front brake caliper

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work




Remove the wheel.
Secure the pedal in the depressed position. Use a pedal jack.
Remove the protective cap from the bleed nipple.
Install a plastic hose on the nipple.
Open the bleed nipple. Collect the brake fluid in a container.
Shut the bleed nipple.

Removing the brake caliper




Slacken off the brake hose half a turn.

Remove:
- the brake pads. Brake Pads, Front
- the brake caliper.
Unscrew the caliper from the brake hose.

Note! Collect the brake fluid.

Installing the brake caliper

Note! For tightening torques, see Specifications. Tightening Torque.

Install:
- the brake hose in the brake caliper. Do not tighten the hose fully yet
- the brake pads. Brake Pads, Front
Tighten the brake hose.
Tighten, see: Tightening torque Tightening Torque.

Note! Ensure that the brake hose is not twisted. If the brake hose is twisted, there is a risk of circuit failure.

Finishing

Fill and bleed the brake system
Remove the pedal jack.
To bleed the brake system, see: Brake system bleeding Brake System Bleeding.

Note! Use only Volvo Genuine parts brake fluid, Volvo DOT 4+.

Check:
The function of the brakes after bleeding. Check that there is no leakage
The brake fluid level.
Depress the brake pedal a few times.
Check the level of the brake fluid reservoir. Top up if necessary.
Install the wheel. See: Wheels Service and Repair.