Left Drive Shaft

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: Checking Drive Shafts

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Fit the left-hand drive shaft.
Ensure that the ABS sensor pulse wheel on the drive shaft is free of dirt.
Press in the drive shaft firmly so that the snap ring engages in its groove in the differential gear. Carefully pull the drive shaft constant velocity joint to check that the drive shaft is secure.

NOTE: Ensure that the seal ring in the transmission and the boot on the drive shaft are not damaged.