Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO V70 II (285) T5, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 T, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 TDI, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4, VOLVO V70 II (285) D5, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 Bifuel (CNG), VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.0 T, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 T AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 D, VOLVO V70 II (285) R 2,5 T AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 T AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) D5 AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 T, VOLVO V70 II (285) T5, VOLVO V70 II (285) D5, VOLVO V70 II (285) D5 AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 D, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.3 AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.3, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 AWD View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Suspension Ball Joint for V70 II (285) and other VOLVO models
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Tools
Replacement: ball joint – VOLVO V70 II (SW). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Hammer
Flat chisel
Rubber mallet
Ball joint puller
Wheel chock
Replacement: ball joint – VOLVO V70 II (SW). Tip:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right ball joints.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ball joint – VOLVO V70 II (SW). Take the following 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:
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  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the suspension control arm. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
    Remove the fastening bolts.
    Step 10
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 11
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    Disconnect the spherical joint from the arm. Use a ball joint puller.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the ball joint. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the ball joint mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 14
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    Install a new ball joint. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: ball joint – VOLVO V70 II (SW). Professionals recommend:
    Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  13. Step 15
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    Attach the ball joint to the control arm. Use a crowbar.
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