How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 2.4 VOLVO S70 (LS)
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When to replace the Brake Discs on your VOLVO S70
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – VOLVO S70 (LS). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
HEX bit No.H7.
Impact socket №10
Impact socket №15
Wheel impact socket #19
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – VOLVO S70 (LS). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car VOLVO S70 (LS) in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
  • When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake discs – VOLVO S70 (LS). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  4. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake discs – VOLVO S70 (LS). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – VOLVO S70 (LS). AUTODOC recommends:
    Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 14
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #15. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  15. Step 16
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    Clean the brake disk surface. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 17
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 18
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    Remove the brake disc.
  18. Step 19
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  19. Step 20
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    Install the brake disc.
  20. Step 21
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use a drive socket #10. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 9 Nm torque.
  21. Step 22
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake discs – VOLVO S70 (LS). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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