How to Replace Sway Bar Link 98-00 Volvo S70
Difficulty: Beginner · About 45 min · Volvo S70
Replace a front sway-bar link on a 1998–2000 Volvo S70, counterholding each stud during removal and torquing the wheel fasteners after reassembly.
Tools you will need
- A Piece of Pipe (for leverage)
- 6mm Hex Wrench
- Torque Wrench
- 17mm Wrench
- Rust Penetrant
- 17mm Socket
- Jack Stands
- 19mm Socket
- Ratchet
- Floor Jack
- 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar
Parts and supplies
- Front sway-bar link
Steps
Check the link for play
Turn the front wheels for access and move the sway-bar link by hand. Replace it if the joints rattle, bind, or have visible looseness.
Raise the vehicle and remove the wheel
Loosen the wheel nuts, raise and support the vehicle securely, then remove the wheel to expose the upper and lower link fasteners.
Remove the old sway-bar link
Apply penetrant to the link nuts. Insert a hex key into each stud to keep it from spinning while loosening the nuts, then remove the link from the bar and strut.
Install the replacement link
Position the new link with its joints oriented like the original. Start both nuts by hand and counterhold the studs while tightening to the vehicle's specification.
Reinstall the wheel and test
Refit the wheel and torque its nuts to specification in a star pattern. Lower the vehicle and drive over a small bump to check for clunks or looseness.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.