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Replace passenger side tail light 2005 S40

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Replace passenger side tail light 2005 S40

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My daughter cracked the right tail light on her S40. Bought used one in great condition.
Can anyone describe a few steps needed to remove the old one and install the replacement?
I see 4 bolts on back of the new tail light.
Thanks,
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Welcome to Matthew's Volvo Site.

This should help:
S40 rear light replace.pdf
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The tightening torque is 10nm.

Bill.
Work was good - retirement is better.

1996 850GLT 2.5 20v Estate Manual.
1995 Peugeot Boxer 2.5Tdi Autosleeper.
Previously:
1984 244DL, Manual, Beige.
1987 744GLE, Manual, Green.
1991 960 3.0 24v, Auto, Silver.
1994 940T Wentworth, Auto, Blue.

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Post by volvo-fp »

billofdurham wrote:Welcome to Matthew's Volvo Site.

This should help:
S40 rear light replace.pdf
The tightening torque is 10nm.

Bill.

Thanks billdurham. This site is terrific! Youe schematic and instructions will make the job go much smoother.
Thanks again,
Volvo-fp

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You're welcome. Let us know the result, please.

Bill.
Work was good - retirement is better.

1996 850GLT 2.5 20v Estate Manual.
1995 Peugeot Boxer 2.5Tdi Autosleeper.
Previously:
1984 244DL, Manual, Beige.
1987 744GLE, Manual, Green.
1991 960 3.0 24v, Auto, Silver.
1994 940T Wentworth, Auto, Blue.

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