Installing the Drive Shaft In 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.
Lubricate the mating surface at the end of the drive shaft. Use oil. See Lubrication Transmission
Press the drive shaft into the transmission.
CAUTION:
Check that the catch goes into the groove by pulling the drive shaft's joint housing, not the drive shaft. There is no axial stop in the inner joint.