Lowering the engine/transmission unit

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, Washer, And Sub-Frame Bracket

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

NOTE:

Place the engine wiring and engine coolant hoses over the engine when it is being lowered.

Position a lifting table under the sub-frame.

Remove the screws holding the sub-frame brackets to the bodywork on both sides.

Remove the four sub-frame screws.

Carefully lower the sub-frame approximately 15 cm. At the same time, check that the steering shaft is free of the steering gear.

Fold out the spring struts on the left and right-hand sides and release them at the same time from the drive shafts and control arms.

Place a spacer between the spring struts and the wheel arch to keep the spring struts bent outwards.

Cars with air conditioning (A/C) only

Lower the sub-frame so that the A/C compressor can be removed from the engine.

Hang the A/C compressor up with a piece of wire.

Lower the engine and transmission unit carefully.