How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount 2.4 Volvo V70 Mk2
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How to change front strut mount on VOLVO V70 II (285) – replacement guide

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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, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 Bifuel (LPG), VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 T, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 CDI … View more

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – VOLVO V70 II (SW). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 21
Combination spanner #18
Combination spanner #21
Torx bit T40
Torx bit T50
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Pin punch
Hammer
Flat Screwdriver
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Fender cover
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – VOLVO V70 II (SW). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • All mounts of the front shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VOLVO V70 II (SW) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VOLVO V70 II (SW)
  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 shock strut. Use a combination spanner #18. Use Torx T40. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  8. Step 9
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the suspension strut to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Strut Mount on Volvo V70 Mk2 1999 2.4 by yourself
    Remove the fastening bolts.
  12. Step 13
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    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut.
  13. Step 14
    Lower the car.
    Step 15
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 16
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 17
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 18
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    Unscrew the upper fasteners of the shock strut. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    VOLVO V70 II (SW) – To avoid injury, hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  15. Step 19
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  16. Step 20
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – VOLVO V70 II (SW). Professionals recommend:
    Note that when using a spring compressor, spring coils need to be securely gripped, compressing the spring on the opposite sides.Ensure the correct position of the spring in the retainer.Make sure that the spring coils tightly entered the lock handles.
  17. Step 21
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    Compress the spring.
  18. Step 22
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    Remove the suspension strut mount cap. Use a flat screwdriver.
  19. Step 23
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 24
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a combination spanner #21. Use Torx T50. Use a ratchet wrench.
  20. Step 25
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    Remove the top strut mount.
    Replacement: strut mount – VOLVO V70 II (SW). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  21. Step 26
    Clean the mounting seat of the shock strut mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 27
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    Install a new top shock strut mount.
  22. Step 28
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    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a combination spanner #21. Use Torx T50. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 70 Nm torque.
    Replacement: strut mount – VOLVO V70 II (SW). Tip:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  23. Step 29
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use copper grease.
    Step 30
    Decompress the spring.
    Step 31
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    Install the suspesion strut mount cap.
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