Removing drive shaft from knuckle

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Fig 1: Removing Drive Shaft From Knuckle

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Turn the steering wheel to the left.

Push the shaft out of the knuckle.

Remove the nut from the drive shaft.

Remove the two shock absorber bolts.

Push the knuckle and drive shaft down.

Push the shaft out of the knuckle.