Front Subframe: Service and Repair

2013 Volvo XC60 FWD L6-3.2L VIN 94 B6324S4SECTION Service and Repair





Front subframe






Removal

Note! Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.





Caution! Make sure that the steering column lock is engaged.

Note! Make sure that the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.




Torque: steering column to steering gear (steering shaft joint), 25 Nm

Remove control arm front Refer to: Front control arm, B6304T4, TF-80SC AWD, B6324S5, TF-80SC AWD, B6324S5, TF-80SC, B6324S4, TF-80SC AWD, B6324S4, TF-80SC Front Control Arm

Remove front collision member Refer to: Collision member Service and Repair

Remove the following items:
- Engine Rear Lower Support Insulator LH Refer to: Engine Rear Lower Support Insulator LH, B6324S5, TF-80SC, B6324S4, TF-80SC, B6304T4, TF-80SC AWD, B6324S5, TF-80SC AWD, B6324S4, TF-80SC AWD Engine Rear Lower Support Insulator LH
- Engine Rear Lower Support Insulator RH Refer to: Engine Rear Lower Support Insulator RH, B6304T4, TF-80SC AWD, B6324S5, TF-80SC AWD, B6324S5, TF-80SC, B6324S4, TF-80SC AWD, B6324S4, TF-80SC Engine Rear Lower Support Insulator RH




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Caution! Make sure that the ball joint ball does not rotate.

Torque: Front stabilizer bar link to stabilizer bar, 70 Nm





Caution! Make sure that the exhaust flexible pipe is not forcibly bent.








Use: Transmission jack.





Remove the following items:
1. Torque: M8, 24 Nm

2. Torque: Subframe to chassis (Rear screws) Stage 1: 150 Nm Stage 2: 90 degree





Note! This step requires the aid of another technician.

Torque: Subframe to chassis (Front screws) Stage 1: 150 Nm Stage 2: 90 degree




Torque: Steering gear to subframe, 140 Nm

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.




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Fill container oil power steering

Perform power steering system, bleeding air

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.