Fitting the ball joint to the stub axle

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: Identifying Screw For Ball-Joint, Anti-Roll Bar Link And Track Rod With Nut

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Clean the ball joint and stub axle, removing all rust.

Lubricate the ball joint stud and stub axle.

Fit the ball joint in the stub axle.

NOTE:

Press the ball joint up until the tapered top is visible above the bolted joint on the stub axle.

Fit:

the ball joint bolt. Use a new nut. Tighten to 50 Nm
the anti-roll bar link. Use a new nut. Tighten to 50 Nm
tie rod with a new nut. Tighten to 70 Nm .