Mi Made in Japan. I replaced my shocks yesterday....it took less than 1 hr per wheel. FYI, on this model they are not Nivomats, just plain Sachs shocks (CAN $140 ea. @Autopartsway.ca) . I found a website with step by step photos of how to replace the shocks on this model - very helpful!; see the ...

Hi MadeInJapan,

Thanks for your excellent response. The PDF file is very helpful. Can you provide the torque specs for the bolts on the bottom and top of the shocks. Thanks very much!

I need new rear shocks on my 2002 S60 AWD ( 190,000 km) Is replacing the shocks a DIY job? Will I need a coil spring compressor to do this job? Can anyone provide tips on the procedure to do this job?

Thanks,

Tom H
Ontario, Canada
2002 S60 AWD
190,000 km

Hi,

It could be that your angle gear (bevel Gear) is shot, or it could be a problem with the Haldex AWD control unit.

To test the Angle gear, get the car on a hoist with all four wheels off the ground. Spin the front wheels manually, and check whether the driveshaft leading to the rear wheels is ...

I'm just recovering from the shock of the estimate I got from my local Volvo dealer for repairs on my S60 with 132,000km. I decided that I can get my hands dirty and save some money by doing some of the work myself, since the parts seem cheap. Can anyone help me with the following?
Q1. Can the front ...

Recently my s60 AWD with 132,00km has develoed a starting problem. Occaissionally when I turn the key, the engine doesn't turn over, and the following message appears in the information display: "Start Prevented, Try Again". Usually the car starts after 2 or 3 tries, but sometimes I have to wait 10 ...