Removing the Steering Gear Housing From the Steering Column

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: Removing/Installing Steering Gear Housing At Steering Column

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the floor carpet on the driver's side
the tie strap from the intermediate plate
the screw from the pinion shaft.

Align the car wheels so that they are straight. Lock the steering wheel lock.