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Note:  Do not use cleaning solution for greasing hoses. Use brake fluid or glycerine.

Install:

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Brake fluid reservoir from directly above.

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Bolt on underside of brake fluid reservoir.
Tighten to 3.5 Nm.

Fill brake fluid reservoir with new brake fluid.
In cars with manual transmission:
Connect hose to brake fluid reservoir. Remove hose pliers.
Bleed clutch if necessary and check level in brake fluid reservoir. Use genuine Volvo DOT 4+ brake fluid when topping up.

Finishing

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Connect connector to brake fluid level sensor.

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Check that there are no leaks.
Clean up any brake fluid spillage with lukewarm water and car-wash shampoo.

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