Disconnecting the drive shaft from the transmission
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 drive shaft from transmission enough to free the snap ring in the differential drive. Use jimmy tool 9995633 .
NOTE:
Grind the jimmy tool so that it moves free from the bracket. See arrow as shown.