Remove the Drive Shaft From the Transmission

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: Removing Left Drive Shaft From Gearbox Using Jimmy Bar

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Use jimmy tool when removing the drive shaft.

NOTE: Pull the constant velocity joint , not the drive shaft joints, when removing the drive shaft. There is no axial pinion.

NOTE: Take care not to damage the drive shaft when removing it from the transmission.

Fig 2: Identifying Rubber Seal On 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.