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: Identifying Relay Box In Passenger Compartment/Cargo Compartment
Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.
Expose the relevant relay box.
Remove the relevant relays, noting their position.