Removing the Torque Control Arm

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 Torque Control Arm/Torque Rod Screws And Transmission/Engine Screws

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the screws for the torque control arm/torque rod
the torque control arm from the transmission and the mountings for the manifold and the crankcase ventilation pipe
the two screws for the transmission/engine.

Slacken off the nut for the rear engine pad/splash guard a few turns.