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Driver DOOR BRAKE Replacement Tips? S70

posted by  someone claiming to be cn on  Tue Mar 13 02:15 CST 2007 [RELATED]

Hi guys,

My driver door, after 9 years of service, and thousands of times opening and closing has decided to swing freely.

The bottom line is the "Door Brake" = "Door Check" = "Door Strap" = "Middle Hinge" (Yes, there are many names for this thing).

It is mentioned here:
http://www.volvospeed.com/Repair/hinge.php

I want to replace the Door Brake. BUT the QUESTION is:
Do I need to remove the INNER door panel? From the picture, it looks like I can get away without removing the INNER door panel but I might be wrong?
Any opinions?

cn
98 V70 76K miles








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    Driver DOOR BRAKE Replacement Tips? S70

    posted by  KlausC on  Tue Mar 13 07:59 CST 2007
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    Removing the door panel is not required. Feel better?
    Depending on what broke, check this write up also:

    http://au.geocities.com/ozbrick850/door-stay_fix.html

    It probably does not apply to your year car, but the pics are nice.

    Klaus
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    1975 164 w/174,800mi (Sold) 1995 850T w/91,000mi, 1998 V70R w/129,000mi








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      Driver DOOR BRAKE Replacement Tips? S70

      posted by  someone claiming to be cn on  Tue Mar 13 14:34 CST 2007 [RELATED]

      Thanks Klaus.....

      Actually for 98 V70, door panel needs to come off (I checked with tech at dealer).
      Part was $50 at dealer (same price on internet).

      Just did it, it took 30 minutes!

      1. Get part from dealer (R is different than L side)

      2. Review this post for loose "door stop"
      http://volvospeed.com/Repair/hinge.php
      Basically Torx 40 and 100mm nuts.

      3. Remove the inner door panel as per:
      http://volvospeed.com/Repair/70_door.php

      The NEW DOOR STOP needs to be turned 90 degree to slide through.
      Also note the orientation of the rubber boot to make sure you put it back the same way.
      If in doubt, check the other side for orientation.

      Again 30 minutes and you are done.

      Thanks all.

      cn







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