Remove the screws from the sub-frame support plates (both sides)
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.
Preparations for removal of the wheel spindle
- position fixture 9985972 (light contact) under the right-hand side of the sub-frame
- slacken off both the sub-frame screws completely. Screw the screws back in approximately 5 turns
- lower the sub-frame so that it rests against the screws and the mobile jack.