Installing the ball joint on the stub axle

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 Screw For Ball-Joint, Anti-Roll Bar Link And Track Rod With Nut

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Clean off any rust from the ball joint and stub axle.

Lubricate the ball joint pinion and the stub axle.

Install the ball joint in the stub axle.

NOTE:

Press the ball joint upwards so that the conical top is visible above the screwed joint on the stub axle.

Install the screw and a new nut.

Tighten to 50 Nm .

Install the control arms on the anti-roll bar using new nuts. Tighten to 60 Nm .