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How to change rear shock absorbers on Volvo V70 SW – 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) 2.4 D, 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, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 T AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 T AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) D5 AWD … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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) 2.4 D, 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, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 T AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 T AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) D5 AWD … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change rear shock absorber on VOLVO V70 2 (SW) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for V70 II (285) and other VOLVO models
Shock absorber
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #18
Torx bit T30
Impact socket №18
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Locking pliers
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo V70 SW. Professionals recommend:
- 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.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo V70 SW. Take the following steps:
- Step 1Open the boot lid.
- Step 2Move the folding shelf and detach it from the retainers. By doing this, you will get access to the side trim plastic panels.
- Step 3Raise the lower lining of the boot.
- Step 4Remove the boot front lower lining.
- Step 5Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 6Loosen the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #18. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 7Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 8Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
- Step 9Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
- Step 10Unscrew the wheel bolts.Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo V70 SW. AUTODOC recommends:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
- Step 11Remove the wheel.
- Step 12Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
- Step 13Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 14Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
- Step 15Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Volvo V70 SW
- Step 16Remove the fastening bolt.
- Step 17Remove the shock absorber. Use a crowbar.Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo V70 SW. Tip from AUTODOC experts:Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
- Step 18Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 19Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo V70 SW. Tip from AUTODOC:To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber cautiously tight when screwing in the fastening bolts.
- Step 20Install the fastening bolt.
- Step 21Screw in the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #18.
- Step 22Tighten the top shock absorber fastening. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use locking pliers. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 60 Nm torque.
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