How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 2.4 D5 AWD Volvo XC70 Estate
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How to change rear shock absorbers on VOLVO XC70 II Estate (136) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – VOLVO XC70 II. 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 XC70 II. 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 XC70 II – 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
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – VOLVO XC70 II. 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 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Support the rear knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock absorber upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the shock absorber mount fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. 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.
  8. Step 11
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    Unscrew the lower fasteners of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  11. Step 14
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush.
  12. Step 15
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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  13. Step 16
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    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. 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.
  15. Step 18
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, dust boot, and bump stop.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – VOLVO XC70 II. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Τhoroughly examine the shock absorber mount, dust boot, and bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  16. 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.
  17. 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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