Genuine 2004 Volvo V40 Shock Absorber

2004 Volvo V40 Shock Absorber Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to remove the rear shock absorber on 2004 Volvo V40?

  A: To remove the strut from saloon models, start by opening the boot lid and undoing the retaining screws to take out the luggage compartment floor panel. Peel the boot lid sealing strip away and unclip the luggage compartment rear trim panel upwards. Next, remove the rear fasteners of the luggage compartment side trim panel, folding it inwards for access to the strut upper mounting, and remove the front fasteners for better access. With the car on its wheels, slacken and remove the retaining bolts from the rear anti-roll bar mounting clamps. Chock the front wheels, loosen the rear roadwheel nuts, jack up the rear, and support it on axle stands before removing the rear wheels. Unscrew the nut from the lower suspension arm-to-trailing arm bolt and the strut lower mounting bolt, then withdraw both bolts. Have an assistant support the strut, remove the sealing cap from the strut upper mounting, and slacken and remove the upper mounting nuts without loosening the larger central nut, then manoeuvre the strut out. For estate models, begin by removing the luggage compartment floor panel and peeling off the tailgate sealing strip. Unclip and remove the sill trim panel, prise out the luggage compartment courtesy light and disconnect its wiring, then remove the speaker grille and trim panel from the pillar. Fold the rear seat cushion and back forwards to access the side cushion retaining bolt, undo it, and slide the side cushion out. Remove the retaining fasteners and screw from the luggage compartment upper trim panel, then unclip it while freeing it from the side seat belt. Fold the luggage side trim panel inwards to remove the insulation panel and foam for access to the strut upper mounting, and finally, remove the strut. For refitting, position the strut assembly ensuring the lower end of the coil spring faces the rear, have an assistant screw on the new upper mounting nuts, and tighten them to the specified torque before refitting the sealing cap. Engage the lower end of the strut with the lower arm, insert the lower arm bolt and strut lower mounting bolt, and fit new nuts, tightening them lightly. Refit the roadwheel, lower the car, and tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque. Align the anti-roll bar mounting clamps with their mountings, refit the retaining bolts, and tighten them lightly. Rock the car to settle the rear suspension components, then tighten the anti-roll bar mounting clamp bolts, followed by the strut lower mounting bolt and lower arm-to-trailing arm bolt to their specified torque settings, and securely refit all luggage compartment trim panels.