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Procedure For Locking Hub

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Fig 1: Identifying Nut Staked By Tapping Outer Flange Into Drive Shaft Groove
GLL147779Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Clean splines and groove in shaft thoroughly. Remove all oil, anti-rust agent and dirt.

Apply 3-4 mm (3/16" - 1/4") wide bead of metal adhesive, P/N 1161370-0. Apply bead around shaft covering approx. 1/3 of splined length (as illustrated).

NOTE: Apply adhesive around complete shaft just before installing hub.

Install hub and new nut.

Tighten nut to 120 Nm  (89 ft. lbs) + 60° as specified in service information.

Lock the nut (stake the nut) by tapping outer flange into drive shaft groove, using suitable tool (as illustrated).

Fig 2: Identifying New Nut
GLL125422Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.
NOTE: From chassis no:s. 854: 219646, 855: 121429  a new drive shaft nut has been introduced on all versions of the 850, which means the following changes should be noted:
NOTE: The nut must be oiled before use.

The new nut must be tightened to the same torque and protractor angle as previously, 120 Nm (89 ft.lbs) + 60°.