Align Front Wheels

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 Battery Negative Lead

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Align the front wheels to point straight ahead

Connect battery negative lead.

Fig 2: Identifying Front Wheels Pointing Straight Ahead

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Drive the car on a level surface so that the front wheels point straight ahead.

CAUTION: Work that requires the removal of the steering wheel/contact reel should be carried out with the front wheels pointing straight ahead.

WARNING: Do not drive the car further than necessary to align the front wheels. The steering wheel is not properly tightened and the steering wheel module has been removed.