Installing the drive shaft
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.
Remove the seal plug.
Install the drive shaft in the transmission.
CAUTION:
Take care not to damage the boot and sealing ring in the transmission. Press in the drive shaft properly. Check that the drive shaft is locked into place in the differential drive: Pull the drive shaft constant velocity joint carefully.