How to remove and replace the rear shock absorber on Volvo S40?

To remove the rear shock absorber, firstly, slacken the rear roadwheel nuts, chock the front wheels, jack up the rear of the vehicle and support on axle stands before removing the rear wheels. Next, put a trolley jack under the hub carrier and lift the suspension a bit to take some of the weight off the shock absorber. Then, undo the two bolts which hold the upper end of the shock absorber to the body of the car, and the lower mounting bolt, and you can pull the shock absorber out of the hub carrier. Undo the nut if necessary and remove the top mounting from the shock absorber. Check the condition of the shock absorber, and replace it if necessary. For refitting, do the reverse of the removal process, making sure that all nuts and bolts are tightened to the given torques.

How to properly remove and inspect a front shock absorber from a car strut on Volvo V40?

With the strut taken off of the car, clean off all external dirt and place it upright in a vice. Fit spring compressor and compress coil spring until tension is removed from spring seats. Remove the dust cap from the centre of the upper mounting and unscrew the shock absorber piston nut, using a peg spanner to keep the piston from rotating if necessary. Lift the upper mounting, the upper spring seat and spring rubber, and then take off the coil spring (be sure to note its direction) and remove the bump stop and dust sleeve from the piston of the shock absorber. Inspect the shock absorber for any leakage of the fluid, the piston for any pitting, and the shock body for any damage. Test the operation of the shock absorber by making the piston operate in full and short strokes, it should be a smooth and continuous resistance; otherwise, it will be jerky and uneven, then it needs renewal, and shock absorbers need to be renewed in pairs. Inspect all other parts for damage or deterioration and renew suspect parts and if the upper mounting bearing is worn the complete mounting assembly has to be replaced. Clip the dust sleeve onto the bump stop, lubricate with petroleum jelly and fit to the piston. Refit the coil spring to the strut base with the flatter surface on the top, with the end of the coil spring fitted against the spring seat stop. Fasten the spring rubber and upper spring seat at the top of the coil spring. For all models other than later Sport models or Dynamic models, make sure the spring seat holes are aligned with the three bolts on the strut lower spring seat. For 2000-on Sport or Dynamic models, rotate the reference hole in the upper spring seat clockwise to sit at 20deg to corresponding bolt in the lower spring seat, rotate both left and right hand strut upper seats clockwise. Make sure that the spring seat is properly engaged on the strut piston afterwards, re-fit the upper mounting assembly and screw on the piston nut holding the spring seat and tightening the piston nut to set torque. Make sure the coil spring lower end is in contact with the spring seat stop and the upper and lower seats are aligned before carefully releasing the spring compressor and removing it from the strut before refitting the strut to the car.

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Volvo Shock Absorber Part Number: 9173851
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber 2604; Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock, Shock Absorber
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- 850 | 1993-1997 | Base, GLT, R, T-5, T-5R, Turbo | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- C70 | 1998-2004 | Base | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- S70 | 1998-2000 | AWD, Base, GLT, GLT SE, T5 | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- V70 | 1998-2000 | AWD, Base, GLT, GLT SE, R AWD, T5, X/C AWD, X/C AWD SE | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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- S60 | 2011-2018 | Polestar, T5, T5 Dynamic, T5 Inscription, T5 Inscription Platinum, T5 Inscription Premier, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T5 R-Design Special Edition, T6, T6 Platinum, T6 Polestar, T6 Premier Plus, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- S60 Cross Country | 2016-2018 | T5, T5 Platinum | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- V60 | 2015-2016 | T5, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T6 Polestar, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- V60 Cross Country | 2015-2016 | T5, T5 Platinum | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volvo Shock Absorber Part Number: 31340701
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- V60 | 2015-2018 | Polestar, T5, T5 Dynamic, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T6 Polestar, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- V60 Cross Country | 2015-2016 | T5, T5 Platinum | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volvo Shock Absorber, Driver Side Part Number: 32221535
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- XC40 | 2019-2022 | T4 Inscription, T4 Momentum, T4 R-Design, T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- XC40 Recharge | 2021-2022 | Base, Core, Plus, Ultimate | BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)
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Volvo Shock Part Number: 31434958
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- S90 | 2018-2019 | T5 Momentum, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T8 Inscription, T8 Momentum | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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- Other Name: Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
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- XC40 | 2019-2022 | T4 Inscription, T4 Momentum, T4 R-Design, T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- XC40 Recharge | 2021-2022 | Base, Core, Plus, Ultimate | BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)
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Volvo Strut, Passenger Side Part Number: 30748856
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Strut
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- C30 | 2008 | T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- Other Name: Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
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- S60 | 2001-2009 | 2.4, 2.4T, 2.5T, 2.5T AWD, AWD, Base, R, T5 | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- V70 | 2001-2005 | 2.4, 2.4T, 2.5T, 2.5T AWD, AWD, Base, T5 | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- S60 | 2001-2002 | 2.4T, AWD, Base, T5 | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- S80 | 1999-2006 | 2.5T, 2.5T AWD, 2.9, T6, T6 Premier | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.9 L GAS
- V70 | 2005-2007 | 2.4, 2.5T, T5 | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- XC70 | 2005-2007 | Base, Ocean Race | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- S60 | 2003 | 2.4T, AWD, Base, T5 | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- S40 | 2005-2010 | 2.4i, i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- V50 | 2005-2010 | 2.4i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- S60 | 2008-2009 | 2.5T, T5 | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- C30 | 2008-2013 | T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- C30 | 2008-2013 | T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- S40 | 2004-2011 | 2.4i, i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- V50 | 2005-2011 | 2.4i, i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- Other Name: Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
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- S40 | 2004-2011 | 2.4i, i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- V50 | 2005-2011 | 2.4i, i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- Other Name: Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
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- C30 | 2008-2013 | T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volvo Shock Absorber Part Number: 31212943
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- Other Name: Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
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- C70 | 2006-2007 | T5 | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- S40 | 2004-2011 | 2.4i, i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- V50 | 2005-2011 | 2.4i, i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volvo Shock Absorber Part Number: 31340694
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- Other Name: Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
Fits the following Volvo Models:
- S60 | 2011-2018 | Polestar, T5, T5 Dynamic, T5 Inscription, T5 Inscription Platinum, T5 Inscription Premier, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T5 R-Design Special Edition, T6, T6 Platinum, T6 Polestar, T6 Premier Plus, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- S60 Cross Country | 2016-2018 | T5, T5 Platinum | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- V60 | 2015-2016 | T5, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T6 Polestar, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- V60 Cross Country | 2015-2016 | T5, T5 Platinum | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volvo Shock Absorber Part Number: 31340700
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- Other Name: Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
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- V60 | 2015-2017 | Polestar, T5, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T6 Polestar, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- V60 Cross Country | 2015-2016 | T5, T5 Platinum | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS

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Volvo Shock Absorber

Volvo Shock Absorber transforms jolting acceleration into smooth predictable movement, allowing all journeys to feel stable and confident. Volvo started its story in Gothenburg in 1927 and has since gained worldwide trust for its rigorous safety focus, Scandinavian clean design, and easy-to-use controls. The company pioneered the three-point seat belt, perfected reliable brakes, and now drives ahead with electric powertrains and plug-in hybrids to prove how Volvo cares as much about people as it does the planet. Spacious cabins, logical dashboards, and consistent build quality provide comfort to families, and strong steel bodies surround occupants with reassurance. Every Volvo model embodies this balanced philosophy of protection, sustainability, and understated style that makes the everyday driving experience a breeze. While the vehicle provides the secure case, the Shock Absorber provides the fine-tuning that is responsible for keeping wheels glued to the asphalt. Each Volvo Shock Absorber is located beside a coil spring and consists of a hydraulic piston that converts kinetic shocks to heat, reducing bounce and increasing grip. Earlier twin-tube layouts work reliably for everyday travel, while mono-tube versions relocate heat out quicker for spirited driving. Advanced options bring gas charges, spool valves, or even magnetorheological fluid changing damping in milliseconds so the car remains composed on rough city lanes or winding countryside roads. No matter the level of technology, a Shock Absorber ensures tire contact, cabin comfort, and is part of the greater safety mission that is central to the entire Volvo range.

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Volvo Shock Absorber Parts and Q&A

Shock
30714390
Q: How to remove and replace the rear shock absorber on Volvo S40?
A:
To remove the rear shock absorber, firstly, slacken the rear roadwheel nuts, chock the front wheels, jack up the rear of the vehicle and support on axle stands before removing the rear wheels. Next, put a trolley jack under the hub carrier and lift the suspension a bit to take some of the weight off the shock absorber. Then, undo the two bolts which hold the upper end of the shock absorber to the body of the car, and the lower mounting bolt, and you can pull the shock absorber out of the hub carrier. Undo the nut if necessary and remove the top mounting from the shock absorber. Check the condition of the shock absorber, and replace it if necessary. For refitting, do the reverse of the removal process, making sure that all nuts and bolts are tightened to the given torques.
Strut, Driver Side
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Q: How to properly remove and inspect a front shock absorber from a car strut on Volvo V40?
A:
With the strut taken off of the car, clean off all external dirt and place it upright in a vice. Fit spring compressor and compress coil spring until tension is removed from spring seats. Remove the dust cap from the centre of the upper mounting and unscrew the shock absorber piston nut, using a peg spanner to keep the piston from rotating if necessary. Lift the upper mounting, the upper spring seat and spring rubber, and then take off the coil spring (be sure to note its direction) and remove the bump stop and dust sleeve from the piston of the shock absorber. Inspect the shock absorber for any leakage of the fluid, the piston for any pitting, and the shock body for any damage. Test the operation of the shock absorber by making the piston operate in full and short strokes, it should be a smooth and continuous resistance; otherwise, it will be jerky and uneven, then it needs renewal, and shock absorbers need to be renewed in pairs. Inspect all other parts for damage or deterioration and renew suspect parts and if the upper mounting bearing is worn the complete mounting assembly has to be replaced. Clip the dust sleeve onto the bump stop, lubricate with petroleum jelly and fit to the piston. Refit the coil spring to the strut base with the flatter surface on the top, with the end of the coil spring fitted against the spring seat stop. Fasten the spring rubber and upper spring seat at the top of the coil spring. For all models other than later Sport models or Dynamic models, make sure the spring seat holes are aligned with the three bolts on the strut lower spring seat. For 2000-on Sport or Dynamic models, rotate the reference hole in the upper spring seat clockwise to sit at 20deg to corresponding bolt in the lower spring seat, rotate both left and right hand strut upper seats clockwise. Make sure that the spring seat is properly engaged on the strut piston afterwards, re-fit the upper mounting assembly and screw on the piston nut holding the spring seat and tightening the piston nut to set torque. Make sure the coil spring lower end is in contact with the spring seat stop and the upper and lower seats are aligned before carefully releasing the spring compressor and removing it from the strut before refitting the strut to the car.