Removing the drive shaft from the wheel hub

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Fig 1: Identifying Drive Shaft And Wheel Hub

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Work out the spring strut. Detach the drive shaft from the wheel hub. Hold the spring strut to one side using a retaining strap to obtain more space when removing the transmission.