Cleaning the brake caliper

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.

Fig 1: Brake Caliper And Dust Cover

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Clean and check the brake caliper and dust cover.

Clean and check the brake pad mating surfaces in the brake caliper and caliper holder.

Clean the sliding pins using a steel brush.

Check piston dust boot.

NOTE: If the dust boot is damaged dirt may have penetrated the cylinder. If this is the case the caliper must be replaced.