Install and tighten the suspension components (both sides)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Control Arms And The Tie Rod

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Install the nut for the tie rod. Use a new nut. Tighten to 70 Nm .

Tighten the drive shaft screw. Use a new screw. Counterhold using a crow bar in the brake disc. Tighten to 35 Nm + 90° . Use bevel protractor 9512050 .

Install the nut for the anti-roll bar link at the spring strut. Use a new lock nut.

NOTE:

Counterhold the ball joint pinion when tightening the anti-roll bar link so that the ball joint boot cannot turn. Tighten to 50 Nm .