Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO V70 III (135) T4, VOLVO V70 III (135) T5, VOLVO V70 III (135) D3 / D4, VOLVO V70 III (135) 1.6 DRIVe / D2, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5 AWD, VOLVO V70 III (135) 3.2, VOLVO V70 III (135) T4F, VOLVO V70 III (135) 3.2 AWD, VOLVO V70 III (135) T6 AWD, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.5 T, VOLVO V70 III (135) 3.2 AWD, VOLVO V70 III (135) T6 AWD, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.4 D, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.0, VOLVO V70 III (135) 3.2, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.0 D, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5 AWD, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.0 BiFuel, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.5 T FlexiFuel, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.0 FlexiFuel, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.4 D, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.5 T FlexiFuel, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5 AWD, VOLVO V70 III (135) 1.6 D, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.5 T, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.0 T, VOLVO V70 III (135) D4 AWD, VOLVO V70 III (135) D3, VOLVO V70 III (135) D4, VOLVO V70 III (135) D4 AWD, VOLVO V70 III (135) T5, VOLVO V70 III (135) D2, VOLVO V70 III (135) D3, VOLVO V70 III (135) T4 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake disc and pads set on VOLVO V70 BW [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: brake discs – Volvo V70 BW. Tools you need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon cleaning brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Ceramic grease
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Drive socket # 18
                    
                      HEX bit No.H7
                    
                      Torx bit T50
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #19
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Tap wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Hammer
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Impact screwdriver
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake discs – Volvo V70 BW. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Replace the brake disks on the car Volvo V70 BW in pairs on an axle, regardless of the condition of the 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 V70 BW. Take the following steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.
Step 2

Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 3

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 4

Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a tap wrench.
Step 5

Raise the car.

AUTODOC recommends:
If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 6

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Volvo V70 BW
Step 7

Remove the wheel.
Step 8

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 9

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Remove the caps from the brake caliper guide pin boots. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake discs – Volvo V70 BW. Professionals recommend:
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.
Step 13

Remove the brake pads.
Step 14

Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 15

Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 16

Remove the fastening bolts.
Step 17

Remove the brake caliper bracket.
Step 18

Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 19

Unscrew the brake disc fasteners. Use Torx T50. Use an impact screwdriver. Use a hammer.
Step 20

Remove the fastening bolt.
Step 21

Remove the brake disc.
Step 22

Clean the wheel hub. Use a wire brush.

Step 23

Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.

Step 24

Install a new brake disc.
Step 25

Install the fastening bolt.
Step 26

Tighten the brake disc fasteners. Use Torx T50. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 15 Nm torque.
Step 27

Clean the brake caliper bracket of dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 28

Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 29

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 30

Tighten the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 150 Nm torque.
Step 31

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 32

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 33

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 34

Install the brake pads.
Step 35

Install the brake caliper and fasten it.
Step 36

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 28 Nm torque.
Step 37

Install the caps on the brake caliper guide pin boots.
Step 38

Install the brake pad retaining clip.
Step 39

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.

Step 40

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 41

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake discs – Volvo V70 BW. AUTODOC experts recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 42

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 43

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 140 Nm torque.
Step 44

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Volvo V70 BW – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and top up if necessary.
Step 45

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 46

Close the bonnet.

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