Assembling the spring strut

Fig 1: Identifying Control Arms, Tie Rod And Screws

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Install: 

• the tie rods. Use new nuts
• the link rod to the anti-roll bar. Use new nuts. Counterhold using Torx 27
• the bracket for the brake pipe to the body. Tighten
• the ball joint nut and the control arm. Tighten. Counterhold using Torx40
• the center screw for the drive shaft. Tighten.

Install: 

• the lower engine splash guard, only applies to cars with automatic transmissions 
• the front wheels. See Installing wheels