* Uneven brake pad wear. This is the most common cause of a steering wheel wobble when braking. When your brake pads are worn unevenly, it can cause your wheels to pull to one side when you brake, which can in turn cause your steering wheel to wobble.
* Warped brake rotors. Warped brake rotors can also cause your steering wheel to wobble when braking. When your brake rotors are warped, it can cause your brake pads to vibrate, which in turn can cause your steering wheel to wobble.
* Loose lug nuts. Loose lug nuts can also cause your steering wheel to wobble when braking. When your lug nuts are loose, it can allow your wheels to move around, which can in turn cause your steering wheel to wobble.
* Bad ball joints. Bad ball joints can also cause your steering wheel to wobble when braking. When your ball joints are worn out, it can allow your wheels to move around, which in turn can cause your steering wheel to wobble.
* Worn tie rod ends. Worn tie rod ends can also cause your steering wheel to wobble when braking. When your tie rod ends are worn out, it can allow your wheels to move around, which in turn can cause your steering wheel to wobble.
Diagnosis:
To diagnose the cause of your steering wheel wobble when braking, you should take your Volvo estate to a qualified mechanic. The mechanic will be able to inspect your brake pads, rotors, lug nuts, ball joints, and tie rod ends to determine what is causing the problem.
Repairs:
Once the cause of the problem has been diagnosed, the mechanic will be able to recommend the appropriate repairs. The repairs may include replacing your brake pads, rotors, lug nuts, ball joints, or tie rod ends.
Prevention:
You can help prevent your steering wheel from wobbling when braking by taking the following steps:
* Inspect your brake pads, rotors, and lug nuts regularly.
* Replace your brake pads and rotors when they are worn out.
* Tighten your lug nuts to the proper torque settings.
* Get your ball joints and tie rod ends inspected regularly.
