Detaching oil pipes
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.
Drain the transmission fluid as described in Oil, changing .
Detach oil pipe connections on the transmission and move them aside.
Detach the bracket of the upper pipe.
Detach the clamp holding the pipes together.
Make sure that no contaminants enter the transmission and hoses.
Seal all connections with plastic plugs.