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.
Partly remove the floor carpet. Remove the tie strap from the intermediate plate.
Turn the steering wheel and remove the screw from the pinion shaft.
Align the car wheels so that they are straight ahead. Lock the steering wheel lock.
Mark the position of the pinion shaft and the steering gear housing.