Remove the drive shaft from the gearbox

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Fig 1: Identifying Right-Hand Drive Shaft & Gearbox

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the splash guard under the engine. See Remove the splash guard under the engine
the cover for the drive shaft pilot bearing.

Pull the drive shaft straight out from the gearbox.

NOTE: Do not damage the drive shaft when removing it from the transmission.

Fig 2: Identifying Rubber Seal & Constant Velocity Joint

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

CAUTION: Later models have a rubber seal on the constant velocity joint. Do not damage the seal. It will be needed for installation.