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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for S80 II (124) and other VOLVO models
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Remove the clips of the plastic cowl grille. Use a clip removal tool.
  2. Step 4
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    Move the cowl grille aside to access the fasteners of the suspension strut mount.
  3. Step 5
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 6
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    Loosen the upper fasteners of the suspension strut. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 7
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  6. Step 8
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    Loosen the fastener of the driveshaft. Use a drive socket #13. Use a tap wrench.
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