Installing the propeller shaft, front

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Fig 1: Identifying Front Propeller Shaft And Special Tool 999 7057

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Check carefully that the mating surfaces on the propeller shaft and flange are clean.

NOTE: If the same propeller shaft is to be reinstalled, install the propeller shaft using the marking made earlier. See Removing the front propeller shaft .

Tightening the propeller shaft CV joint

Use new screws.

Tighten the screws. See Summary of tightening torques for specific components .