Changing discs on XC90

chrisnjulie · Feb 14th, 2011, 10:42

Hello all, not been on in a while, did you miss me?

Anyway - the time has come to replace the discs & pads on the XC90 (MY2007 D5) because they are all looking rather shabby and the brake performance is not as good as I'd expect it to be. All 4 discs have a margin (about 1cm) around the edge that isn't shiny like a braking surface should be, and the back pads are certainly near the limit.
I'm not one to do things by halves so am planning on replacing the whole lot (I assume that it would be wise to replace the parking brake shoes at the same time while the rear discs are off?)
I did a bit of a search first but couldn't find any answers, so here goes:

1. I've had a price from Rufe for the parts (£312.37 delivered or £286.38 collected) and was toying with the idea of replacing them myself.
2. Are any special tools needed, or are there any special tips/tricks to doing the job (I have done brakes on many different types of cars over the years so am fairly proficient mechanically)

Any help, advice or suggestions (as long as they don't involve sharp objects and nether regions) appreciated as always.

Oh, and Happy Valentines Day to all you lovers

JimG · Feb 14th, 2011, 10:47

Have a look in the XC90 articles section, there is a guide there. I replaced the discs and pads on my V70 with no specialist tools.

400-ascona · Feb 14th, 2011, 12:35

Thats a good price. Easy enough job. I would replace the parking brake retaining springs at the same time too.

chrisnjulie · Feb 15th, 2011, 10:35

Does anyone have an opinion on whether it is better to stick to genuine Volvo parts, or go for Mintex (or similar) which are cheaper? What about the drilled/grooved discs?
I don't want to compromise safety and I don't want to save a few quid now to find that they wear out in no time, but has anyone got experience of the different types and if so, what would your advice be? I must admit that the drilled/grooved ones look pretty smart, but do they perform, and which pads would be best with them?

All advice gratefully received

RoyMacDonald · Feb 15th, 2011, 11:01

GSMGuy recommended Greensuff pads....http://www.ebcbrakesdirect.com/ He thought the braking was better.

FRF are a good source for the original pads....http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showpo...0&postcount=11

chrisnjulie · Feb 15th, 2011, 11:30

Thanks Roy, I've had prices from Simon at FRF for the discs and pads, but just wanted to know opinions of the alternatives and if they were worth considering?

RoyMacDonald · Feb 15th, 2011, 11:32

Certainly worth considering the Greenstuff pads as they do have a very good reputation and far less dust as well.

400-ascona · Feb 15th, 2011, 12:17

I just went with genuine. You will struggle to make a big enough saving with Mintex etc, so it wasn't worth it to me.

chrisnjulie · Feb 18th, 2011, 12:20

Thanks all - just ordered them from Rufe, collect next Sat when I'm down that way. All I've got to do then is try and find time to fit them................

dd1898 · Feb 19th, 2011, 14:31

Hi there Chrisnjulie,
I put new rear pads, discs and brake shoes on mine late last year. Straight forward to do.
Only a couple of things to bear in mind, get some new brake shoe springs(dealer only part) as worn ones break quite easily and be careful that you dont push the hand brake cable too far into its hole as it might become disconnected then it means removing the centre armrest/cup holder stuff to re-connect (again fairly straight forward).
Don't let this put you off though.

My front pads and possibly discs are due for replacement soon.

Regards
dd1898.

Feb 14th, 2011, 10:42	#1
chrisnjulie Volvo & Victory owner Last Online: May 16th, 2014 10:29 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mid Welsh border View Photos By: chrisnjulie	Changing discs on XC90 Hello all, not been on in a while, did you miss me? Anyway - the time has come to replace the discs & pads on the XC90 (MY2007 D5) because they are all looking rather shabby and the brake performance is not as good as I'd expect it to be. All 4 discs have a margin (about 1cm) around the edge that isn't shiny like a braking surface should be, and the back pads are certainly near the limit. I'm not one to do things by halves so am planning on replacing the whole lot (I assume that it would be wise to replace the parking brake shoes at the same time while the rear discs are off?) I did a bit of a search first but couldn't find any answers, so here goes: 1. I've had a price from Rufe for the parts (£312.37 delivered or £286.38 collected) and was toying with the idea of replacing them myself. 2. Are any special tools needed, or are there any special tips/tricks to doing the job (I have done brakes on many different types of cars over the years so am fairly proficient mechanically) Any help, advice or suggestions (as long as they don't involve sharp objects and nether regions) appreciated as always. Oh, and Happy Valentines Day to all you lovers __________________ VOC Member No 23700 Better to be over the hill than under it Current - 2006 XC90 D5 SE Geartronic, 2007 C70 2.0D Sport Past - 480 1.7, V40 1.8

Feb 14th, 2011, 12:35	#3
400-ascona Premier Member Last Online: Apr 19th, 2024 10:05 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Derby	Thats a good price. Easy enough job. I would replace the parking brake retaining springs at the same time too. __________________ 1997 V70R AWD, Saffron, Manual; Lotus Carlton; Ascona 400; Mini Cooper S Works; 4.2 Supercharged Range Rover; Land Rover Discovery 4; Suzuki GSF1200N; BMW R80/7; Velocette Venom; Daimler V8 250.

Feb 15th, 2011, 10:35	#4
chrisnjulie Volvo & Victory owner Last Online: May 16th, 2014 10:29 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mid Welsh border View Photos By: chrisnjulie	Does anyone have an opinion on whether it is better to stick to genuine Volvo parts, or go for Mintex (or similar) which are cheaper? What about the drilled/grooved discs? I don't want to compromise safety and I don't want to save a few quid now to find that they wear out in no time, but has anyone got experience of the different types and if so, what would your advice be? I must admit that the drilled/grooved ones look pretty smart, but do they perform, and which pads would be best with them? All advice gratefully received __________________ VOC Member No 23700 Better to be over the hill than under it Current - 2006 XC90 D5 SE Geartronic, 2007 C70 2.0D Sport Past - 480 1.7, V40 1.8

Feb 15th, 2011, 11:01	#5
RoyMacDonald VOC Member Last Online: Feb 1st, 2023 11:27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rye, East Sussex View Photos By: RoyMacDonald	GSMGuy recommended Greensuff pads....http://www.ebcbrakesdirect.com/ He thought the braking was better. FRF are a good source for the original pads....http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showpo...0&postcount=11 __________________ 1984 245 SE 1986 345 SE Auto 1991 940 TD Auto 2003 XC90 D5 SE AWD Geartronic2002 V70 D5 SE Auto 2014 V40 D2 SE Tiptronic Cross Country 2017 V40 D2 Cross Country Geartronic Pro 2015 XC60 D5 Polestar SE Lux Nav AWD Geartronic Last edited by RoyMacDonald; Feb 15th, 2011 at 11:09.

Feb 15th, 2011, 11:30	#6
chrisnjulie Volvo & Victory owner Last Online: May 16th, 2014 10:29 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mid Welsh border View Photos By: chrisnjulie	Thanks Roy, I've had prices from Simon at FRF for the discs and pads, but just wanted to know opinions of the alternatives and if they were worth considering? __________________ VOC Member No 23700 Better to be over the hill than under it Current - 2006 XC90 D5 SE Geartronic, 2007 C70 2.0D Sport Past - 480 1.7, V40 1.8

Feb 14th, 2011, 10:47	#2
JimG Premier Member Last Online: Apr 1st, 2021 09:00 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Kent	Have a look in the XC90 articles section, there is a guide there. I replaced the discs and pads on my V70 with no specialist tools.

Feb 15th, 2011, 11:32	#7
RoyMacDonald VOC Member Last Online: Feb 1st, 2023 11:27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rye, East Sussex View Photos By: RoyMacDonald	Certainly worth considering the Greenstuff pads as they do have a very good reputation and far less dust as well. __________________ 1984 245 SE 1986 345 SE Auto 1991 940 TD Auto 2003 XC90 D5 SE AWD Geartronic2002 V70 D5 SE Auto 2014 V40 D2 SE Tiptronic Cross Country 2017 V40 D2 Cross Country Geartronic Pro 2015 XC60 D5 Polestar SE Lux Nav AWD Geartronic

Feb 15th, 2011, 12:17	#8
400-ascona Premier Member Last Online: Apr 19th, 2024 10:05 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Derby	I just went with genuine. You will struggle to make a big enough saving with Mintex etc, so it wasn't worth it to me. __________________ 1997 V70R AWD, Saffron, Manual; Lotus Carlton; Ascona 400; Mini Cooper S Works; 4.2 Supercharged Range Rover; Land Rover Discovery 4; Suzuki GSF1200N; BMW R80/7; Velocette Venom; Daimler V8 250.

Feb 18th, 2011, 12:20	#9
chrisnjulie Volvo & Victory owner Last Online: May 16th, 2014 10:29 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mid Welsh border View Photos By: chrisnjulie	Thanks all - just ordered them from Rufe, collect next Sat when I'm down that way. All I've got to do then is try and find time to fit them................ __________________ VOC Member No 23700 Better to be over the hill than under it Current - 2006 XC90 D5 SE Geartronic, 2007 C70 2.0D Sport Past - 480 1.7, V40 1.8

Feb 19th, 2011, 14:31	#10
dd1898 Member Last Online: Feb 17th, 2024 10:52 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Stockton on Tees	Hi there Chrisnjulie, I put new rear pads, discs and brake shoes on mine late last year. Straight forward to do. Only a couple of things to bear in mind, get some new brake shoe springs(dealer only part) as worn ones break quite easily and be careful that you dont push the hand brake cable too far into its hole as it might become disconnected then it means removing the centre armrest/cup holder stuff to re-connect (again fairly straight forward). Don't let this put you off though. My front pads and possibly discs are due for replacement soon. Regards dd1898.

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