Replacing the Cross Member: Preparations

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.

Raise the car so that both wheels are unimpeded.

Remove

the heat deflector plate in front of the output shaft
the front splashguard for the engine.