How to pack the bearing with grease and fit the axle shaft into the axle casing on 1988 Volvo 245?

Pack the bearing with grease and fit the axle shaft into the axle casing holding it in a horizontal position and turning it slightly in both directions until the splines at its inner end match those of the differential side gears. Refit the bolts holding the backplate and retaining ring, tightening them to the correct torque. Refit the brake mechanism and bleed the brakes.

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1988 Volvo 245 Axle Shaft Part Number: 8250145
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- Other Name: Axle Shaft, External; Axle Shaft, Axle Shafts
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 8250145
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volvo's factory warranty.
Fits the following 1988 Volvo 245 Submodels:
- Base, DL, GL | 4 Cyl 2.1 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.4 L DIESEL
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1988 Volvo 245 Axle Shaft Part Number: 3502336
$428.83 MSRP: $549.78
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- Other Name: Drive Shaft 2602
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 3502336
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volvo's factory warranty.
Fits the following 1988 Volvo 245 Submodels:
- DL, GL | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS

1988 Volvo 245 Axle Shaft Parts and Q&A

Q: How to pack the bearing with grease and fit the axle shaft into the axle casing on 1988 Volvo 245?
A: Pack the bearing with grease and fit the axle shaft into the axle casing holding it in a horizontal position and turning it slightly in both directions until the splines at its inner end match those of the differential side gears. Refit the bolts holding the backplate and retaining ring, tightening them to the correct torque. Refit the brake mechanism and bleed the brakes.