Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO XC90 I (275) D5 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 2.5 T AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) T6 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) D5 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) V8 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) D5 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 3.2 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 3.2 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 3.2, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 3.2, VOLVO XC90 I (275) V8 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 2.5 T AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) D5 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 2.5, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 2.5 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) D5 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 XC90 I (275) and other VOLVO models
Tools
Replacement: ball joint – Volvo XC90 1. 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 XC90 1. 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 XC90 1. 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
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
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  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. 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.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. 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.
  10. Step 11
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    Disconnect the spherical joint from the arm. Use a ball joint puller.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the ball joint. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 13
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    Clean the ball joint mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 14
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    Install a new ball joint. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: ball joint – Volvo XC90 1. Professionals recommend:
    Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  14. Step 15
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    Attach the ball joint to the control arm. Use a crowbar.
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