How to change rear brake pads on Volvo XC90 1 – replacement guide
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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- 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.
- Please note: all work on the car – Volvo XC90 1 – should be done with the engine switched off.
- Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
- Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
- Step 4

Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
- Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.
AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Volvo XC90 1
- Step 6

Remove the wheel.
- Step 7

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 8

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 9
Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 10
Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 11
Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 12
Remove the brake caliper. Use a flat screwdriver.
Replacement: brake pads – Volvo XC90 1. 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.
- Step 13

Remove the brake pads.
Replacement: brake pads – Volvo XC90 1. Professionals recommend:Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
- Step 14

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: brake pads – Volvo XC90 1. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
- Step 15

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
- Step 16

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