Water 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 or cold weather.
See also:
Cold weather precautions
If you wish to check your vehicle before the approach of cold weather, the following
advice is worth noting:
Make sure that the engine coolant contains 50 percent antifreeze. Any other
mixtur ...
Safety
Volvo’s Roll Stability Control System employs a gyrosensor. If the rollover
risk reaches a specified threshold, Dynamic Stability Traction Control is
activated. Inflatable side curtain-type airbag ...
Detachable trailer hitch (accessory)
A - Ball holder B - Locking bolt C - Cotter pin D - Hitch assembly E
- Safety wire attachment
Installing the ball holder
1. If necessary, remove the cotter pin from the locking bolt and slid ...
