240 power brakes - no power (sometimes)

Discussion in 'Volvo 240' started by B A R, Sep 2, 2005.

  1. B A R

    B A R Guest

    Hello,
    My 1989 240 has been starting to lose power to the
    brakes, during idle (sitting in traffic).
    Pedal is still good, just no power-assist.
    Could it be a vacuum problem? (I haven't had
    time to check the hoses)
    If it is the power booster, how hard is it to replace?
    Any chance you can re-build it yourself?

    Thanks,
    Brett
     
    B A R, Sep 2, 2005
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  2. B A R

    Michael Pardee Guest

    A good place to start is the plastic check valve where the vacuum connects
    to the booster. They are common failures, and the failure is often apparent
    with just a close look.

    Mike
     
    Michael Pardee, Sep 2, 2005
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