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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for S80 II (124) and other VOLVO models

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Shock absorber

Step 1

Open the bonnet.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Remove the clips of the plastic cowl grille. Use a clip removal tool.
Step 4

Move the cowl grille aside to access the fasteners of the suspension strut mount.
Step 5

Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 6

Loosen the upper fasteners of the suspension strut. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 7

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 8

Loosen the fastener of the driveshaft. Use a drive socket #13. Use a tap wrench.
Step 9

Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a tap wrench.
Step 10

Raise the car.

Replacement: suspension strut – VOLVO S80 II (AS). Tip:
If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 11

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VOLVO S80 II (AS)
Step 12

Remove the wheel.
Step 13

Detach the brake hose from the shock strut.
Step 14

Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring.

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