Removing shock absorbers, lateral links and anti-roll bar links (both sides)

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Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorbers, Lateral Links & Anti-Roll Bar Links

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the guard for the shock absorber mounting (not shown in the graphic)
the shock absorber from the control arm
the screw for the lateral link mounting in the wheel bearing housing
the anti-roll bar link from the anti-roll bar.

CAUTION: For certain versions, remove the levers for the level sensor from the control arm(s).

NOTE: The level sensor may be installed on both the right and left side.