xc90 Parking Brake Pedal Clonks in upright position

BigAl5 · Mar 3rd, 2015, 12:01

Hi, I'm new to this forum having just brought my first Volvo, a 2007 xc90 Executive D5 and its a really lovely car.

However, I've noticed when I disengage the parking break (using the lever on the right, near the headlight switches) the parking break pedal comes up quickly and clonks as it reaches its upward position. Is there meant to be some sort of damper under the dashboard to prevent the clonking noise or is this just how they are on the xc90's?

Your advice would be most appreciated.
Thanks,
Alan

Ducklakeview · Mar 3rd, 2015, 12:07

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Originally Posted by BigAl5

Hi, I'm new to this forum having just brought my first Volvo, a 2007 xc90 Executive D5 and its a really lovely car.

However, I've noticed when I disengage the parking break (using the lever on the right, near the headlight switches) the parking break pedal comes up quickly and clonks as it reaches its upward position. Is there meant to be some sort of damper under the dashboard to prevent the clonking noise or is this just how they are on the xc90's?

Your advice would be most appreciated.
Thanks,
Alan

It's normal, although there is a small buffer, the force with which the pedal is released means it's still noisy - Should be a dull thud though, if it's metallic, then the buffer may have fallen off/perished. You can eliminate the noise by pressing slightly on the pedal as you release it, allowing your foot to control it's movement.

Mike

rich1068 · Mar 3rd, 2015, 12:24

Yep, surprised me too when I first got my XC90. Just get into the habit of covering it with your foot when you release the brake. Quite silent then.

BigAl5 · Mar 3rd, 2015, 13:26

OK thanks for your feedback, much appreciated. I'll get used to it I guess.

Alan

Just Drive · Mar 3rd, 2015, 18:09

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Originally Posted by rich1068

Yep, surprised me too when I first got my XC90. Just get into the habit of covering it with your foot when you release the brake. Quite silent then.

I'll second that!

Biodieselgrandad · Mar 3rd, 2015, 19:24

Treat it like a clutch pedal.....no noise at all then!

Mar 3rd, 2015, 12:01	#1
BigAl5 XC90 Fanatic Last Online: Apr 19th, 2024 18:24 Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: United Kingdom	xc90 Parking Brake Pedal Clonks in upright position Hi, I'm new to this forum having just brought my first Volvo, a 2007 xc90 Executive D5 and its a really lovely car. However, I've noticed when I disengage the parking break (using the lever on the right, near the headlight switches) the parking break pedal comes up quickly and clonks as it reaches its upward position. Is there meant to be some sort of damper under the dashboard to prevent the clonking noise or is this just how they are on the xc90's? Your advice would be most appreciated. Thanks, Alan __________________ Cream Leather & Piano Black Interior Trim, Custom Built Active Bi-Xenon's with Halo Angel Eye DRL’s (and indicators), Custom Steering Wheel, LEGEND media system, Front & Rear Parking Cameras, RSE, Centre Console Fridge, Volvotech, and lots more!

Mar 3rd, 2015, 13:26	#4
BigAl5 XC90 Fanatic Last Online: Apr 19th, 2024 18:24 Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: United Kingdom	OK thanks for your feedback, much appreciated. I'll get used to it I guess. Alan __________________ Cream Leather & Piano Black Interior Trim, Custom Built Active Bi-Xenon's with Halo Angel Eye DRL’s (and indicators), Custom Steering Wheel, LEGEND media system, Front & Rear Parking Cameras, RSE, Centre Console Fridge, Volvotech, and lots more!

Mar 3rd, 2015, 12:24	#3
rich1068 I've Been Banned Last Online: Jun 9th, 2016 11:05 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Sheffield	Yep, surprised me too when I first got my XC90. Just get into the habit of covering it with your foot when you release the brake. Quite silent then.

Mar 3rd, 2015, 19:24	#6
Biodieselgrandad Junior Member Last Online: May 24th, 2019 19:28 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Sheffield	Treat it like a clutch pedal.....no noise at all then!

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