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Fig 1: Removing/Installing Longitudinal Member
Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.
Remove:
the heat deflector plate
the nuts for the engine pads
the front and rear screws
the two screws from the engine pads. Lift the front-rear member down from the car.