cn90 » The black plastic tabs that hold the spring break frequently. The part is not expensive, about $15 at Volvo dealer.
Replacing it is simple (search youtube for tricks). For me, $15 is not an issue…the issue is why replacing it when it can break again?
- Magnet is a great solution.
- In some posts, some people drill through body metal, I don’t like it b/c of risk of rusting later (may or may not be important).
My solution is very simple:
- Go to your local roofing/gutter company and ask for 2 sheet metal screws, these screws are galvanized and should not rust (or you can paint them with black paint when you are done).
- Drill 2 pilot holes toward the front of the car as shown, this way the screws do not pierce the body work.
- These screws work perfectly b/c once they are about 3-4mm into the plastic, they hold the spring against the plastic frame.
- Note the orientation of the spring: the “short ends” go inward.
- I added a bit of grease where there is movement.
– That is it folks, it is a FREE fix! It works perfectly…and I think it looks fine from a cosmetic standpoint…
