How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber D5 AWD Volvo XC90 Mk1
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How to change rear shock absorbers on Volvo XC90 1 – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO XC90 I (275) D5 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 3.2 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 2.5 T AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) T6 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) D5 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) V8 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) D5 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 3.2 AWD, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 3.2, VOLVO XC90 I (275) 3.2 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo XC90 1. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 15
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Hydraulic transmission jack
Rubber mallet
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo XC90 1. AUTODOC experts 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Volvo XC90 1 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Volvo XC90 1
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  7. Step 7
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
    Raise the hydraulic transmission jack by 10-15 cm.
    Step 10
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 11
    Detach the lower part of the shock absorber. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Step 12
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    Remove the support from under the arm.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo XC90 1. Lower the transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging components and mechanisms.
  11. Step 13
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    Lower the car.
  12. Step 14
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    Open the rear door.
  13. Step 15
    Lower the rear seat.
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    Raise the lower lining of the boot.
  14. Step 17
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    Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
  15. Step 18
    Clean the fasteners of the shock absorber upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 19
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Volvo XC90 1 – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  16. Step 20
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  17. Step 21
    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Volvo XC90 1. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
    Step 22
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Volvo XC90 1 – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts.
  18. Step 23
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    Tighten the top shock absorber fastening. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 60 Nm torque.
  19. Step 24
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    Install the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
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