Removing the propeller shaft, front

Fig 1: Identifying Front Propeller Shaft

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

NOTE:

Only mark the position of the propeller shaft CV joint in relation to the bevel gear's flange if the same bevel gear is to be reused.

Remove the screws from the propeller shaft. Use counterhold 9995743

Press the drive shaft joints together as much as possible.

Remove the screws on left-hand side from the support for the center bearing.

Remove the shaft from the bevel gear and angle it as much as possible.

Leave the end of the shaft resting against the anti-roll bar.

NOTE:

Be careful. Do not damage the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) or its cable.