Removing the front cross member

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Fig 1: Identifying Front Cross Member

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Drill out the pop rivets for the heat deflector.

Remove:

the 4 screws by the front cross member
the screws for the exhaust pipe mounting in the front cross member
the brake pipe from its holder in the member.