Lowering Sub-Frame

Fig 1: Identifying Bolts, Washers And Brackets In Sub-Frame

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Slacken off the subframe screws. Lower the sub-frame slightly.

Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) bracket on the reverse of the sub-frame.

Unscrew the screws for the sub-frame approximately 2.5 cm on the right-hand side.

Fully remove the screws on the left-hand side.

Angle the sub-frame down on the left-hand side.

Ensure that the screws for the steering gear release from the frame.