1991 Volvo 240 Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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  • 1991 Volvo 240 2.3 L4 GAS, CC:2316, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 1991 Volvo 240 SE 2.3 L4 GAS, CC:2316, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:8

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volvo 240 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volvo 240 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

VOLVO, HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS -> DESCRIPTION
Vehicle: 1991 Volvo 240 SE 2.3 L4 GAS

The function of hydraulic brake system is to transmit pressure from the master cylinder to caliper pistons. The system will operate properly if fluid is tight and brake fluid cannot be compressed. Normally, brake fluid cannot be compressed. If however the fluid overheats sufficiently it can partially change to a vapor form. Vapor can be compressed and since the master cylinder has a specific volume with which to build up pressure, the compression of vapor can result in excess brake pedal travel before the system has time to develop adequate braking pressure.

Brake fluid is h...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volvo 240 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volvo 240 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

VOLVO, ANTI-LOCK BRAKES -> DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> COMPONENT FAULT TRACING
Vehicle: 1991 Volvo 240 2.3 L4 GAS

The control unit contains a monitoring circuit to detect any internal faults in the control unit and any electrical faults in the sensors, hydraulic modulator or signaling system.

If a fault occurs, the control unit disengages the ABS and illuminates a warning light. When the warning light comes on, a complete fault tracing procedure should be followed. The fault tracing procedure assumes that the standard braking system is fully operational.

COMPONENT FAULT TRACING

All procedures must be completed to avoid damaging the control unit.

Refer to Figs through when performing the f...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volvo 240 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volvo 240 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

VOLVO, DISC BRAKES -> REAR DISC BRAKE SERVICE -> BRAKE PADS, REPLACE -> CALIPER REMOVAL & OVERHAUL -> PARKING BRAKE SHOES, REPLACE
Vehicle: 1991 Volvo 240 2.3 L4 GAS

The following procedures are applicable to all models. Some models may use either Girling or ATE type rear caliper assemblies, Figs. and .

BRAKE PADS, REPLACE

  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove rear wheels and tires.
  • Using a suitable punch, remove lockpins and spring clips, then remove pads.
  • Using a suitable clamp, press pistons back into bore.
  • Install new pads, then replace lockpins and spring clips.
  • Install wheels and lower vehicle. After replacing pads on any disc brake system, caliper pistons will be retracted in their bores and will require at least one full...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volvo 240 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volvo 240 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

VOLVO, DISC BRAKES -> PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Vehicle: 1991 Volvo 240 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Remove rear ashtray.
  • Working through ashtray hole, tighten adjust...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volvo 240 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volvo 240 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

VOLVO, POWER BRAKE UNITS -> SYSTEM SERVICE -> CHECK VALVE, REPLACE -> POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, REPLACE
Vehicle: 1991 Volvo 240 2.3 L4 GAS

POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, REPLACE

  • Remove master cylinder, then disconnect vacuum hose from power brake unit.
  • Disconnect link arm from brake pedal, then remove bracket with clutch pedal stop.
  • Remove nuts attaching power brake unit to dash panel.
  • Pull power brake unit forward, then disconnect fork from link arm and remove brake unit.

CHECK VALVE, R...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volvo 240 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volvo 240 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

VOLVO, DISC BRAKES -> REAR DISC BRAKE SERVICE -> BRAKE PADS, REPLACE -> CALIPER REMOVAL & OVERHAUL -> PARKING BRAKE SHOES, REPLACE
Vehicle: 1991 Volvo 240 SE 2.3 L4 GAS

The following procedures are applicable to all models. Some models may use either Girling or ATE type rear caliper assemblies, Figs. and .

BRAKE PADS, REPLACE

  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove rear wheels and tires.
  • Using a suitable punch, remove lockpins and spring clips, then remove pads.
  • Using a suitable clamp, press pistons back into bore.
  • Install new pads, then replace lockpins and spring clips.
  • Install wheels and lower vehicle. After replacing pads on any disc brake system, caliper pistons will be retracted in their bores and will require at least one full...

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