Brake Fluid Reservoir, Remove/Install: Preparations

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Clean the engine space around the master cylinder.

Place cleaning rags around the master cylinder.

Drain the brake fluid reservoir.

LHD: Remove the connector support protective cap.

Diesel: Remove the engine cover.

NOTE: Try to avoid bleeding the brake system if it is not necessary to change the brake fluid.