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Chassis, steering and brakes
Excellent driving dynamics was a priority for the new Volvo C70. Convertible cars are renowned for poor structural rigidity - which hurts handling response, refinement and safety. By contrast, the ...

Brake pad inspection
On vehicles equipped with a jack, the condition of the brake pads can be checked by raising the vehicle (see page 190 for information about using the jack and removing a wheel) and performing a vi ...

Steering, brakes and transmission
The Volvo XC90 is as easy, responsive and rewarding to drive as a regular Volvo saloon or estate model. Its torsionally rigid body, transverse engines and All Wheel Drive combine to create almost ...