How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 1.6 D2 Volvo V40 Estate
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When to replace the Brake Pads on your VOLVO V40
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T4, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T3 GTDi, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T4 GTDi, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) D2, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) D3, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) D4, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T5, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T2 GTDi, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) D4, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T5, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T4, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T2, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T3, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) D2, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T2, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T3, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) D3, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T4, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) D4 Polestar, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T5 Drive-E Polestar, VOLVO V40 Hatchback (525, 526) T5 … View more

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Replacement: brake pads – VOLVO V40 Hatchback. Tools you might need:
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
HEX bit no.H7.
Wheel impact socket #19
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – VOLVO V40 Hatchback. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pads – VOLVO V40 Hatchback. Take the following steps:
  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.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VOLVO V40 Hatchback
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  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 pads – VOLVO V40 Hatchback. AUTODOC experts 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. 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.
    Replacement: brake pads – VOLVO V40 Hatchback. Tip:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  12. Step 13
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    Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.
  13. Step 14
    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – VOLVO V40 Hatchback. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
    Step 15
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
    Replacement: brake pads – VOLVO V40 Hatchback. Professionals recommend:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  14. Step 16
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    Install new brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – VOLVO V40 Hatchback. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
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