Disconnecting 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: Removing Drive Shaft Screw Using Screwdriver As Counter Hold On Brake Disc

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the wheel
the drive shaft screw. Use a screwdriver as a counterhold on the brake disc

Slacken off the drive shaft in the hub by knocking the drive shaft into the hub approximately 10-15 mm.

Use a brass drive punch and copper hammer.

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tools For Driveshaft

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

If the driveshaft is securely attached in the hub, use a press tool together with hole cylinder.

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