Remove the Suspension Components

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 Air Baffle And Splash Guard Under Engine

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Raise the car

NOTE: Position the front lift arms so that they do not obstruct the sub-frame support plates.

Remove:

the front wheels
both the screws for the front splash guard. Remove the cover: Press in the catches at the front edge of the cover. Pull the cover backwards.
the splash guard under the engine. See Slacken Off the Nut On the Return Line For the Oil Pipe Bracket A Few Turns .