Slacken off the nut for the rear engine pad / splash guard a few turns

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Starter Motor To Transmission Screws And Cable Duct

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Remove the five screws securing the starter motor to the transmission.

Remove the cable duct above the transmission.