Specifications

1979 Volvo 264 265
special light alloy wheel rims must be used in conjunction with the air dam. (See page 70).
Moisture on brake discs and brake pads affects braking.
Driving in rain and slush or passing through a normal 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.
This will remove the water from the brakes.
This should also be done after washing or starting in very damp weather.
If the brake power assist does not function-
The power assist to the brakes functions only when the engine is running. When the car is moving
without the engine running the brake pedal pressure required to stop the car is increased 3 - 4 times.
The brake pedal feels stiff and hard.
Failure in one of the brake circuits
The brake failure warning light goes on
The pedal stroke increases slightly and the pedal feels softer but the pedal pressure required does not
increase noticeably.
Drive cautiously to a Volvo dealer or Service Station to have the brake system checked.
Breaking in parking brakes
To obtain best parking brake performance, the brake linings should be broken in.
Stop 5-7 times from 30 mph (50 km/h), transmission in neutral. Apply the parking brake lever, release
button pressed in during the stop. The force must not lock the rear wheels. If this happens, release the
brake enough to let the wheels rotate. Drive a mile between each stop to cool the brakes. Check for
proper parking brake operation.
NOTE:
The brake lights are not illuminated when applying the parking brake. To warn traffic from behind it is
therefore advisable to depress the brake pedal slightly to illuminate the stop lights.
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 brake 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 uphill. For vehicles with automatic transmission use position 2 or in
some cases 1.
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