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Lifting The Sub-Frame

Fig 1: Identifying Lifting Table, Sub-Frame Brackets, Screws And Washers
GLL102220Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Lift the sub-frame up completely.

At the same time locate the mounting screws for the steering gear on the sub-frame.

Install the sub-frame brackets loosely  together with the washers.

Install the four screws for the sub-frame. Use new screws. Do not tighten yet  .

First tighten the screws on the left side of the sub-frame. Tighten to 105 Nm  . Angle tighten 120°  . Then tighten the right-hand side to the same values as the left side.

Finally tighten the screws for the brackets on both sides. Tighten to 50 Nm  .

Install the engine block heater (if applicable) on the left front mounting for the sub-frame.

CAUTION:

Tighten the left-hand side first. The sub-frame guides are on the left-hand side.