Remove 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: Gearbox Screws

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove all 7 screws for the transmission/engine.

Pull the transmission straight out in relation to the engine.

NOTE: Lower the transmission slightly when it is being removed so that it will go past the side member.

Continue pulling the transmission straight out.

NOTE: It is vital that the above instructions are followed when removing the transmission from the engine. Otherwise the center of the clutch driven plate may buckle.