Any one can list tools neded to change brakes on '05 XC90 V8?

I want to know what I need to remove the caliper bolts -torx or allen and what size.
I am going to do both front and rear brakes.

PS
I just ordered Akebono ceramic brake pads -can't stand the dust on 18" Atlantis wheels -those are not easy to clean.

Thx

 

You will need a 6 or 7 MM allen wrench socket. (Forget the exact side I know my socket and just grab it)
Also a straight screw driver,Pliers,Something to push the caliper back(Big pair of channel locks)
And some silicon grease.

 

Thanks a lot.

 

Well my 2006 is now just two days old and 145 miles and the front Atlantis Chrome wheels are now black... I guess this is going to be a chronic problem? Oh no its the new body style Expedition all over again!!

 

yes, volvo makes pads that will color your rims.
I will update after I change to ceramic stuff.
Wonder, what a volvo tech (tech -where are u?) would say about using aftermarket ceramic pads, or anyone else who already used them.

 

EDIT it is a 7MM allen socket.

Me I like the OEM pads.

 

First, thanks for update.
Yes, I realized it from your previous posts (OEM parts are the best replacement-you cannot go wrong).

If you had to clean the wheels on Volvo cars, would you still recommend OEM pads?

PS
I am using Rybestos ceramic pads on my 850, they do not feel as "good" as OEM -takes more effort/pressure on the pedal, but-NO RIM CLEANING!

PSS
You would not remember if same socket is good for rear calipers on XC90?

Thanks again

 

I believe it is the same socket.

Yes I would clean my rims rather than using the ceramic pads.

I always buy the softest pads I can find for my cars. (Which are not Volvo's but would use OEM on a Volvo.)

 

Akebono claims that their EURO pads are very gentle on rotors wear -is it an idication of the soft material?

They do feel "soft" -pedal does not need much pressure at all, and brakes feel no different from OEM. Maybe, the Rybestos pads are made of harder material - I did not even know about Akebono when I put Rybestos on my 850.

PS
Just checked -Akebono pads are available for 850 too, a bit more money then Rybestos.

 

I would say yes Softer pads.