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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO V70 III (135) T4, VOLVO V70 III (135) T5, VOLVO V70 III (135) D3 / D4, VOLVO V70 III (135) 1.6 DRIVe / D2, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5, VOLVO V70 III (135) 3.2, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.5 T, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.4 D, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.0, VOLVO V70 III (135) 3.2, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.0 D, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.5 T FlexiFuel, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.4 D, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.5 T FlexiFuel, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5, VOLVO V70 III (135) 1.6 D, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.5 T, VOLVO V70 III (135) 2.0 T, VOLVO V70 III (135) 3.2, VOLVO V70 III (135) 3.2, VOLVO V70 III (135) D3, VOLVO V70 III (135) D4, VOLVO V70 III (135) D2, VOLVO V70 III (135) D3, VOLVO V70 III (135) D5 … View more

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How to change rear shock absorber on VOLVO V70 BW [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 06/12/2022
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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo V70 BW. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #13
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 18
Shock absorber socket #DD5.2
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo V70 BW. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Both shock absorbers of the rear suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Volvo V70 BW – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a tap wrench.
  2. Step 3
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    Raise the car.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo V70 BW. 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.
  3. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Support the rear knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock absorber upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the shock absorber mount fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
    Remove the fastening bolts.
    Step 10
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    Clean the lower shock absorber fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 11
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    Unscrew the lower fasteners of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  12. Step 14
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush.
  13. Step 15
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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  14. Step 16
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    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 17
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    Unscrew the fastener of the shock absorber piston rod. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a shock absorber socket #DD5.2. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 18
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, dust boot, and bump stop.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo V70 BW. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Τhoroughly examine the shock absorber mount, dust boot, and bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  17. Step 19
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    Install the mount, dust boot, and bump stop on a new shock absorber.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it 3–5 times by hand.
  18. Step 20
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    Tighten the shock absorber rod nut. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a shock absorber socket #DD5.2. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
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