Dismantling 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.
- Remove brake pipe from brake caliper.
- Remove brake caliper mounting bolts (1) and let caliper down.
- Drain remaining brake fluid.
WARNING:
Take care not to get fingers caught when piston is pushed out.
- Remove dirt guard (3).
- Put a block of wood in front of pistons (4) and press out carefully with compressed air.
- Remove pistons. If one piston comes out but the other will not, use clamp 9992809 and rubber insert as a counterhold in place of the removed piston.