Remove 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.

Fig 1: Gearbox Screws

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove all 7 screws for the transmission / engine.

Pull the transmission straight out in relation to the engine.

NOTE:

Lower the transmission slightly when it is being removed so that it will go past the side member.

Continue pulling the transmission straight out.

NOTE:

It is vital that the above instructions are followed when removing the transmission from the engine. Otherwise the center of the clutch driven plate may buckle.