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by mower1
30 Nov 2010, 11:15
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: knocking noise V40 1999
Replies: 4
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Re: knocking noise V40 1999

sorted. i replaced the anti roll bar links (short bar with the 2 ball joints). the ones supplied had a flat on the shaft to put a spanner on to stop the ball rotating when tightening the nut. i used this but did not realise that i had tightened the nut up to the spanner - one extra turn stopped the ...
by mower1
27 Oct 2010, 06:09
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: knocking noise V40 1999
Replies: 4
Views: 1430

Re: knocking noise V40 1999

i have now checked the engine mounts and they seem fine, the knocking does not occur on hard acceleration or deceleration. anyone got any other ideas - i have not replaced the etrut top mounts could this be a problem.
by mower1
22 Oct 2010, 09:21
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: knocking noise V40 1999
Replies: 4
Views: 1430

knocking noise V40 1999

england, i have a 1999 S40, i have just replaced the front struts and springs, one tie rod end, both tie rod connecting links and the passenger side driveshaft. Whilst i was waiting for the driveshaft to be overhauled i replaced the timing belt and drive belt and tensioner. The car has been back on ...