Pulling to one side when braking??

cbv8 · Apr 29th, 2021, 10:42

Hi All,
My XC90 has started to pull to the right when braking which is more apparent at high speeds and damn worrying it started off as a slight squeak when coming to a stop i am about to look today but any pointers as what it could be please before i start? any advice much appreciated

Dancake · Apr 29th, 2021, 10:54

A seized caliper is probably the most common cause.

TruckbusUK · Apr 29th, 2021, 11:11

If disks and calipers etc are all ok, check the condition of the lower wishbone bushes esp the larger rear one ... can cause pulling and vibration if worn.

fordlover · Apr 29th, 2021, 13:05

this was down to worn wishbone bushes on my V70

Tannaton · Apr 29th, 2021, 13:14

My suggestion

Try :

a) Find a quiet road and do 3 to 4 hard stops from appx 30 mph, in between those do a hard stop from a moderate speed in reverse.

Any improvement?

Yes - was likely a sticking caliper and/or glazed disc

No - Try this :

Find a quiet road and then do 3 to 4 hard stops from 60 mph (but not so hard that the ABS kicks in). Wait 5 mins. Both the front wheels should be warm - do they feel approximately the same temperature (don't touch the brake discs)?

Yes - suspect front wishbone bushes (if replacement needed, do both and use only genuine Volvo parts). You might be able to verify this if the steering veers the other way during hard acceleration.

No - strip/clean brake calipers and check discs for rust, glazing and even pad wear

Apr 29th, 2021, 10:42	#1
cbv8 Member Last Online: Apr 16th, 2024 21:56 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hockley Tamworth	Pulling to one side when braking?? Hi All, My XC90 has started to pull to the right when braking which is more apparent at high speeds and damn worrying it started off as a slight squeak when coming to a stop i am about to look today but any pointers as what it could be please before i start? any advice much appreciated __________________ Cheers, Chas. 2010 XC90 200ps 2.4 D5 SE Auto ,1971 Rover 3500 auto.

Apr 29th, 2021, 10:54	#2
Dancake Premier Member Last Online: Today 10:57 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Belfast	A seized caliper is probably the most common cause. __________________ 1996 850 T5 - Sold 2003 S40 1.9d - Sold 2004 S60 D5

Apr 29th, 2021, 11:11	#3
TruckbusUK Petrolhead+Lots of Diesel Last Online: Today 09:48 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Glasgow	If disks and calipers etc are all ok, check the condition of the lower wishbone bushes esp the larger rear one ... can cause pulling and vibration if worn. __________________ BMW X3 Msport MHEV 2020MY & VW Beetle Design 1.2Tsi DSG 2014MY Previous XC90 D5 SELux Geartronic 2009MY

Apr 29th, 2021, 13:05	#4
fordlover Junior Member Last Online: Mar 29th, 2024 13:16 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: stockport	this was down to worn wishbone bushes on my V70 __________________ 2015-XC70 D4(144)-AWD: 46,000 miles

Apr 29th, 2021, 13:14	#5
Tannaton Bungling Amateur Last Online: Today 10:05 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Beverley, East Yorks	My suggestion Try : a) Find a quiet road and do 3 to 4 hard stops from appx 30 mph, in between those do a hard stop from a moderate speed in reverse. Any improvement? Yes - was likely a sticking caliper and/or glazed disc No - Try this : Find a quiet road and then do 3 to 4 hard stops from 60 mph (but not so hard that the ABS kicks in). Wait 5 mins. Both the front wheels should be warm - do they feel approximately the same temperature (don't touch the brake discs)? Yes - suspect front wishbone bushes (if replacement needed, do both and use only genuine Volvo parts). You might be able to verify this if the steering veers the other way during hard acceleration. No - strip/clean brake calipers and check discs for rust, glazing and even pad wear __________________ 2011 XC90 D5 Executive 2003 C70 T5 GT 2012 Ford Ranger XL SC 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1976 Massey Ferguson 135 Last edited by Tannaton; Apr 29th, 2021 at 13:17.

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