Cleaning And Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Clean the components in denatured alcohol.
Check the components for wear, damage, cracks and rust. Replace components if necessary.
Remove the sealing ring. Use weatherstrip tool 9814071 or similar so as not to damage the edges of the groove.
Remove the rubber sleeves.
Check the rubber sleeves of the locating pins. Replace if necessary.
Always replace the sealing ring and dust boot when installing. Take particular care to clean the ducts and the grooves for the O-ring and dust boot.
If the cylinder is badly marked, scratched etc., replace the complete caliper.
Remove minor rust deposits using fine sandpaper.
Check the bleed nipple, replace as necessary.