V70R AWD front brakes

Aug 6th, 2006, 12:27

I need some help please as everyone including volvo seem confused.

I am replacing the front disks/pads on my V70R AWD. The disks are 302mm so seem to be the correct ones. The pads however are a problem. Normal V70R pads will not fit in the caliper. EBC redstuff ones will. As replacing disks garage wants to replace pads.

The garage sent the EBC pads to local volvo dealer as pattern.

Local dealer says - never stocked these pads and has to do special order to get them.

New VOLVO pads will fit in caliper but are not correct for disk (the pads overhang by about 5mm on INSIDE edge of disk). The pads are 61mm accross.

Volvo thinks the car may have uprated front disks (police spec etc) but cannot confirm on build.

The disks are ATI.

Any ideas please?

Karl

Simon J · Aug 10th, 2006, 12:23

Karl,

I just noticed this thread and wondered if you'd resolved the problem and if so, how?

Oli · Aug 10th, 2006, 23:55

I've noticed Stuart from SW Autos mention Police spec pads for sale. Give him a call, I expect he'll be gald to confirm the sizes. Then you may find out if the dealer is right about the discs/pads being upgraded. Also, if the dealer has your VIN number, the VADIS type system they have should be able to identify exactly the right pads. You can get them, as my discs and pads were done last year. The VIN number was essential in getting the right parts ordered.

Oli

Aug 11th, 2006, 03:28

If you (or the dealer) enter the VIN into VADIS (or VIDA isn't it called now?) it should be able to identify if yours is "police" and then show compatible part numbers. With the right part numbers I am sure volvo will be able to order, although it could take a little time if they have to come from sweden or something daft in which case S W Autos could be your best bet.

Pete

Simon J · Aug 11th, 2006, 07:32

Are the 'police spec' discs any different from standard 302mm ones? If not, then presumably the pads are simply a different material and not a different size. All very strange. It would be interesting to know how it was finally resolved.

Aug 6th, 2006, 12:27	#1
karlp Guest Location:	V70R AWD front brakes I need some help please as everyone including volvo seem confused. I am replacing the front disks/pads on my V70R AWD. The disks are 302mm so seem to be the correct ones. The pads however are a problem. Normal V70R pads will not fit in the caliper. EBC redstuff ones will. As replacing disks garage wants to replace pads. The garage sent the EBC pads to local volvo dealer as pattern. Local dealer says - never stocked these pads and has to do special order to get them. New VOLVO pads will fit in caliper but are not correct for disk (the pads overhang by about 5mm on INSIDE edge of disk). The pads are 61mm accross. Volvo thinks the car may have uprated front disks (police spec etc) but cannot confirm on build. The disks are ATI. Any ideas please? Karl

Aug 10th, 2006, 12:23	#2
Simon J Premier Member Last Online: Feb 15th, 2022 07:50 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Back home in 'Norn Iron'	Karl, I just noticed this thread and wondered if you'd resolved the problem and if so, how? __________________ Simon J

Aug 10th, 2006, 23:55	#3
Oli VOC Member Last Online: Mar 8th, 2016 14:28 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Sevenoaks View Photos By: Oli	I've noticed Stuart from SW Autos mention Police spec pads for sale. Give him a call, I expect he'll be gald to confirm the sizes. Then you may find out if the dealer is right about the discs/pads being upgraded. Also, if the dealer has your VIN number, the VADIS type system they have should be able to identify exactly the right pads. You can get them, as my discs and pads were done last year. The VIN number was essential in getting the right parts ordered. Oli __________________ V70R AWD Phase III (pure and simple, but now with OEM Strutbrace!) - Sadly broken. Needed replacement engine (B5244T2) - Almost fixed :-)! 850 2.5 10v CD (home for lost toys - brilliant and trusty car) XC90 T6 AWD - boy it was fun in the snow...

Aug 11th, 2006, 07:32	#5
Simon J Premier Member Last Online: Feb 15th, 2022 07:50 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Back home in 'Norn Iron'	Are the 'police spec' discs any different from standard 302mm ones? If not, then presumably the pads are simply a different material and not a different size. All very strange. It would be interesting to know how it was finally resolved. __________________ Simon J

Aug 11th, 2006, 03:28	#4
peteS40 Guest Location:	If you (or the dealer) enter the VIN into VADIS (or VIDA isn't it called now?) it should be able to identify if yours is "police" and then show compatible part numbers. With the right part numbers I am sure volvo will be able to order, although it could take a little time if they have to come from sweden or something daft in which case S W Autos could be your best bet. Pete

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