Removing the ball bearings

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: Identifying Inner Joint Ring And Ball Holder

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the ball bearings.

Turn the inner joint ring and ball holder.

Remove the ball bearings clockwise one by one. Use the marking as the starting point for removal.

Place the ball bearings in order so that they can be reinstalled in the same positions.