Remove the longitudinal member

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: Removing/Installing Longitudinal Member

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the heat shield by undoing the two bolts for the rear bracket.
two bolts (A) from the engine pads.
four bolts (B) from the front-rear member.

Pull out the two bolts from the engine pads.

Remove the front rear member.