Abscate: It wasn't cheap and it was installed by a Volvo mechanic who either used Volvo parts or sometimes an aftermarket part but only if he had experience with the brand. But that was rare. Of course, I can't go back to him on the parts or labor because I'm the one who removed the angle gear and d...

Hi, I removed the drive shaft and right angle gear (the gear box in the front) of my 2004 xc70. Following advice on several forums, I used a hose clamp to hold the pass. side cv joint in place where it enters the tranny (see image attached...picture isn't mine but from a forum where I learned how to...

VTL: Never, but I've just pulled the angle gear, hoping to leave it out altogether.

Hi, Is it safe to remove the angle gear and leave it out on our 2004 Volvo XC70? I see others do it on other models, but can't find an example of anyone doing it on ours. We have the Geartronic transmission if that matters... Thanks!

Hi! On the road and developed a vibration. I have the model with a Geartronic (auto with manual mode) transmission. Four different shops said it must be the drive shaft, so I just yanked it out, not being able to afford a new one. Online sites indicated this shouldn't be a problem. I also pulled the...