Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO S40 II (544) D3, VOLVO S40 II (544) D4, VOLVO S40 II (544) D2, VOLVO S40 II (544) 2.0 F, VOLVO S40 II (544) 2.4, VOLVO S40 II (544) 2.4, VOLVO S40 II (544) T5, VOLVO S40 II (544) 2.0 D, VOLVO S40 II (544) T5 AWD, VOLVO S40 II (544) 1.8, VOLVO S40 II (544) 1.6, VOLVO S40 II (544) 1.6 D, VOLVO S40 II (544) 2.0, VOLVO S40 II (544) D5, VOLVO S40 II (544) T5, VOLVO S40 II (544) T5 AWD, VOLVO S40 II (544) 1.8 FlexFuel, VOLVO S40 II (544) D4, VOLVO S40 II (544) 2.0 CDI, VOLVO S40 II (544) 2.4 CDI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

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Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – VOLVO S40 II (MS). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Impact socket №15
Combination spanner #15
Combination spanner #17
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on VOLVO S40 II (MS) in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: anti roll bar links – VOLVO S40 II (MS). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VOLVO S40 II (MS)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a combination spanner #17.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
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    Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
  10. Step 11
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    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 12
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    Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners.
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