Replacing Brake Fluid, Rear

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Fig 1: Using Special Tool 9995782

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION

Remove the brake caliper. See BRAKE PADS REAR .

Press the piston into the brake caliper. Use see 9995782 replace 5782-1 with see 9997091 .

Remove the protective cap from the bleed nipple.

Install the plastic hose on the nipple. Open the bleed nipple.

Collect the brake fluid in a container.

Alternative 1:

Connect the bleeding unit. See BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING .

Open the bleed nipple on the caliper. Wait until there is new oil in the plastic hose.

Close the bleed nipple.

Alternative 2:

Press down the brake pedal to the limit position. Keep it pressed down for approximately 2 seconds before releasing it.

Repeat until there is new brake fluid in the plastic hose.

Close the bleed nipple when the brake pedal is fully depressed.

Remove the hose and install the protective cap.

Remove the tool.

Install the brake caliper. See BRAKE PADS REAR . Repeat the process on the other rear wheel.

Install the wheel. See WHEELS .