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Let me ask you, what do you usually look for in a car? Is it performance, style or quality? Is it its ability to accelerate or corner or brake? You’ll probably answer all of those features. Of course, a killer acceleration is thrilling and a high powered cornering is fun. But oftentimes, the capability of your car to stop is the most vital. Take note that good quality performance is not all about speed; it is about the manner you control this speed. How fast your car stops after stepping on the brake pedal will decide whether or not you and your vehicle will come to a messy end.

If you own a Volvo, it is essential that you keep your brake system in tip top shape. Among the brake components that you have to seriously look after are the brake pads. When you step on your brakes, the pad comes in contact with another pad on the side of the brake disc and generates a semi-fluid friction boundary that allows your Volvo to stop. Because the brake pads are the hardiest among the brake components and because they are always exposed to heat and friction, they wear out frequently and needs to be replaced more often than the other parts.

When brake fade occurs, the brake system looses its ability to slow your vehicle. This can be potentially dangerous to you. Hence, immediately replacement of worn out brake pads is crucial. Common signs of worn out brake pads include squeaking, grabbing, pumping brake pedal and pulling to one side among others. To prevent serious danger in your brake pads, have them checked every time you have the tires removed or replaced. This way visual inspection of the pads is much easier. Although most service centers check the pads as a standard procedure when they do your tires, be sure to ask them to check the pads in case they forget to do so.

If the brake pads seem to have worn out unevenly, adjust them quickly or better yet replace them right away. Do not wait till the brake system fail out completely before replacing the pads. This would only cause more serious problems to your car. If you do not know how to replace the brake pads yourself, bring your car to your mechanic. This way, you are sure that the pads are installed properly. While you are at the task of replacing your brake pads, consider checking the rest of the brake system as well. A thorough inspection will show you what else needs to be replaced.

Shopping for Volvo brake pads here at Parts Train is easy and simple. We carry quality brake pads that will surely fit your Volvo’s make. Order from us today and we will have the brake pads on its way to you in an instant.

Featured Products Ultimax Brake Pad Set - Semi-metallic EBC ULTIMAX BRAKE PAD SET -- R90 tested and approved; Made from premium quality friction material with part metallic content to greatly reduce chances of brake vibration and improve braking performance; Features EBC Brake-In surface coating that provides instant brake efficiency on installation, eliminates the need for installer to bed-in the brakes after fitment and conditions rotor surface to remove glaze and scale; Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted to prevent heat expansion cracks and to reduce brake noise; With unique powdercoated finish on both pad and back plate giving lifetime resistance to corrosion and preventing moisture ingress; Produces minimal dust and is the perfect choice for the urban or daily driver; Recommended for sedans, light trucks and SUVs; With EBC's limited 1-year or 10,000-mile warranty. Brand: EBC Location: Rear P_condition: Install These Brake Pads With The Help Of EBC's Instructional Video P/N E35DVD083 - Sold Separately Material: Semi-metallic Series: Ultimax Price: $29.16 Ultimax Brake Pad Set - Semi-metallic EBC ULTIMAX BRAKE PAD SET -- R90 tested and approved; Made from premium quality friction material with part metallic content to greatly reduce chances of brake vibration and improve braking performance; Features EBC Brake-In surface coating that provides instant brake efficiency on installation, eliminates the need for installer to bed-in the brakes after fitment and conditions rotor surface to remove glaze and scale; Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted to prevent heat expansion cracks and to reduce brake noise; With unique powdercoated finish on both pad and back plate giving lifetime resistance to corrosion and preventing moisture ingress; Produces minimal dust and is the perfect choice for the urban or daily driver; Recommended for sedans, light trucks and SUVs; With EBC's limited 1-year or 10,000-mile warranty. Brand: EBC Location: Front P_condition: Install These Brake Pads With The Help Of EBC's Instructional Video P/N E35DVD083 - Sold Separately Material: Semi-metallic Series: Ultimax Price: $50.04 Redstuff Ceramic 3000 Brake Pad Set - Ceramic EBC REDSTUFF CERAMIC 3000 SERIES BRAKE PAD SET -- Made from high quality Kevlar fiber-based compound that is enhanced with ceramic particles; Features EBC Brake-In surface coating that provides instant brake efficiency on installation, eliminates the need for installer to bed-in the brakes after fitment and conditions rotor surface to remove glaze and scale; Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted to prevent heat expansion cracks and to reduce brake noise; Strong resistant to fade under load and totally resistant to rotor vibration; Reduces dust by 60 to 90 percent and can be removed easily; Superb brake effect from cold up to race temperature; Engineered for highly tuned vehicles and best for high-speed spirited street driving; With EBC's limited 1-year or 10,000-mile warranty. Brand: EBC Location: Front P_condition: Install These Brake Pads With The Help Of EBC's Instructional Video P/N E35DVD083 - Sold Separately Material: Ceramic Series: Redstuff Ceramic 3000 Price: $126.98 Redstuff Ceramic 3000 Brake Pad Set - Ceramic EBC REDSTUFF CERAMIC 3000 SERIES BRAKE PAD SET -- Made from high quality Kevlar fiber-based compound that is enhanced with ceramic particles; Features EBC Brake-In surface coating that provides instant brake efficiency on installation, eliminates the need for installer to bed-in the brakes after fitment and conditions rotor surface to remove glaze and scale; Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted to prevent heat expansion cracks and to reduce brake noise; Strong resistant to fade under load and totally resistant to rotor vibration; Reduces dust by 60 to 90 percent and can be removed easily; Superb brake effect from cold up to race temperature; Engineered for highly tuned vehicles and best for high-speed spirited street driving; With EBC's limited 1-year or 10,000-mile warranty. Brand: EBC Location: Rear P_condition: Install These Brake Pads With The Help Of EBC's Instructional Video P/N E35DVD083 - Sold Separately Material: Ceramic Series: Redstuff Ceramic 3000 Price: $62.96 Redstuff Ceramic 3000 Brake Pad Set - Ceramic EBC REDSTUFF CERAMIC 3000 SERIES BRAKE PAD SET -- Made from high quality Kevlar fiber-based compound that is enhanced with ceramic particles; Features EBC Brake-In surface coating that provides instant brake efficiency on installation, eliminates the need for installer to bed-in the brakes after fitment and conditions rotor surface to remove glaze and scale; Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted to prevent heat expansion cracks and to reduce brake noise; Strong resistant to fade under load and totally resistant to rotor vibration; Reduces dust by 60 to 90 percent and can be removed easily; Superb brake effect from cold up to race temperature; Engineered for highly tuned vehicles and best for high-speed spirited street driving; With EBC's limited 1-year or 10,000-mile warranty. Brand: EBC Location: Front P_condition: Install These Brake Pads With The Help Of EBC's Instructional Video P/N E35DVD083 - Sold Separately Material: Ceramic Series: Redstuff Ceramic 3000 Price: $84.30