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Removing And Installing Stub Axle: Remove

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Raise the car.

Fig 1: ABS Line And Anti-Roll Bar Link From The Spring Strut
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Remove 

Fig 2: Brake Caliper And Limiter Mounting Screws
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Fig 3: Slackening Drive Shaft Hub
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Slacken off end of the drive shaft in the hub by knocking the drive shaft into the hub approximately 10-15 mm  . Use a rubber or copper mallet.

Fig 4: Removing Tie Rod Ends From Steering Arm Using Puller 999 5259
GLL126331Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.
Fig 5: Identifying Screws Retaining Spring Strut In Stub Axle
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Fig 6: Drive Shaft Hanging From Hook 999 5045
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Prize out the stub axle.

Pull out the drive shaft and fold to one side. Hang up drive shaft on a hook 9995045 .

NOTE: Take care not to damage the drive shaft boot.
Fig 7: Removing/Installing Nut On Ball Joint
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