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Volvo 1991 740 Model
The pedal stroke increases slightly, the pedal feels softer and on cars equipped with ABS, extra pressure
is required for normal braking.
On vehicles not equipped with ABS extra pressure is not generally required for normal braking even if
there is a malfunction in one of the brake circuits.
If the light comes on while driving or braking: stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake
fluid level in the reservoir (see "Brake fluid, power steering" section).
WARNING!
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in either section of the reservoir: Do Not Drive. Tow the car
to a Volvo dealer and have the brake system checked and any leakage repaired.
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in half of the reservoir: Drive carefully to a garage and have the
brake system checked.
Moisture on brake discs and brake pads affects braking.
Driving in rain and slush or passing through an automatic car wash can cause water to collect on the
brake discs and pads. This will cause a delay in braking effect when the pedal is depressed. To avoid
such a delay when the brakes are needed, depress the pedal occasionally when driving through rain,
slush etc. This will remove the water from the brakes. Check that brake application feels normal. This
should also be done after washing or starting in very damp weather.
Severe strain on the brake system
The brakes will be subject to severe strain when driving in mountains or hilly areas. The speed is usually
low which means that the cooling of the brakes is less efficient than when driving on level roads.
To reduce the strain on the brakes it is advisable not to use the brakes excessively.
Instead, shift into a lower gear and let the engine help with the braking. A good rule is to use the same
gear downhill as would be used ascending the same grade. For vehicles with automatic transmission use
position 2 or, in some cases, 1.
Do not forget that, if you are towing a trailer, the brakes will be subjected to greater load than is normal.
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