How to Replace Front Strut Assembly 98-00 Volvo S70

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[@philm2603]

I bought complete, fully loaded struts as a replacement. You can buy a pair online for reasonable prices. This video was such a valuable guide. I found that removing the caliper is a good idea to reach the bottom 18mm bolt on the bottom of the strut. Also, when you remove your old strut you will see a plastic L shaped tab that clips onto the ABS wire. I removed it with a screwdriver and drilled out 2 small holes in the plastic and used 2 small nuts and bolts to reattach it to the new strut. My new strut didn't come with that tab. That gold stabilizer link. It might be a little stubborn to reattach. I used a floor jack under my rotor to raise and lower the strut to make it fit. My 99 S70 had a 4mm allen wrench in the middle of that stabilizer link bolt. Not that hard to do. If your brake pads are getting low, replace them when you do this job. It only takes a few extra minutes. Worth it!

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[@1AAuto]

An alignment after installing complete strut assemblies would not be a bad idea because the car might sit slightly different from the spring being new. If you are removing the entire strut like it was shown in the video, you will not have to compress the spring to get it out.

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[@1AAuto]

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[@donc8302]

Thanks very much for this! Between this and another video, I know how to do this job -- and will tackle this first-ever area of my car.

[@1AAuto]

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[@1AAuto]

Unfortunately at this time we do not have the entire strut available to us, only the mounts and the bellows. You can view everything through the link below: 1aauto.com/1A/-/Volvo/V70/-/-/2000

[@DKLGalactus5]

Don't forget to mention if your doing the strut you need the strut spring compressor or it may lead to a serious injury or possible death.

[@PsyckoSama]

Do you have a video for replacing the rear suspension?

[@1AAuto]

@jbenayad2 We currently do not have an auto repair video that shows you how to make this particular repair. We may have a Haynes manual for it (depending on the model) on our website 1aauto.com

[@jbenayad2]

Hi do you have any video about how to install and replace 97 saab front shocks thank you

[@schuckles]

Heya, I own a very well cared for 98' V70 XC (cross country). I had basically the tie rod assemble, sway bar redone, and new strut mounts. However, I'm still getting excessive noise while traveling over San Francisco's horridly paved streets. Any suggestions?

[@watsonzou3059]

any difference when installation between S80 and s70? i would like to replace my s80 front shocks. and you have that parts?

[@RyanHorikoshi]

What other associated parts in this general area should be looked at to replace at the same time? I like working on my car, but not THAT much. lol

[@1AAuto]

+Ryan Horikoshi You may want to change the brake rotors and pads if they are worn and while you are already in there. We carry the NAKAMO brake line which are of OE quality. Here is a link to them if you would like to see what we have to offer. www.1aauto.com/nakamoto-parts/b/64#KZbin&CTA%20Comment&

[@RyanHorikoshi]

Thanks for the response! I really meant suspension related components, though. I see places selling front suspension kits with control arms and outer tie rod ends included. I think I am just going to have to end up opening everything up and look to see if it needs replacing. bushings, ball joints, lines, etc.

[@Poffan92]

Ryan Horikoshi The rubber bushings called "spring seats" wouldnt hurt to be replaced if u tear down the struts. They are like 10 bucks ea :) Its the lower one thats all black, not the mount with the 3 bolts, they are always ok.. Your gonna need a spring compressor. And also the stabilisier end links ofc!!! The rust kills them making them impossible to get off

[@stephenszewczuk7671]

hi, can you provide a link to a kit that will replace that whole unit from your site for a volvo v70se, year 2000, (b5244s) 2.4L

[@djbigtrill]

do you need a coil compressor when installing the struts on this make and model...thinking of doing this job on the exact same model..

[@1AAuto]

You shouldn't need one, you should be able to service them as shown in this video. We also carry the replacement struts and shocks on our website for this vehicle with FREE SHIPPING in the lower 48 states. Here's a link to them on our website. www.1aauto.com/1A/shocks_struts/Volvo/V70?VideoReply&VideoReply&ATony

[@djbigtrill]

i did have to use a coil compressor to remove the strut to put new one in...what is the heavy rubber piece call that the spring fits in that is right under the mounting bracket...the car i replaced the struts on that rubber piece is worn...how much is that?

[@1AAuto]

djbigtrill It sounds like you're referring to the spring seat. If you click on the link above, we carry them on our website, where you can also view current pricing. Hope this helps you out.

[@hamishriley-watson4312]

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