1999 Volvo S80 T6 Rear shocks replacement

1999 Volvo S80 T6 Rear shocks replacement

I am replacing rear shocks and shock mounts on my 1999 Volvo S80 T6 with 250000Km. It took me about 2.5 hours to do the job.

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medcenman says:

WOW what a difference!!! Job well done. Thank you. How about the front
shocks (struts). Do you have a video for that? Thanks again.

outdoorguy1963 says:

Great video,thanks! I just changed the rear shocks&support plates on my
2002 V70 w/134,000 miles.I followed your steps and it was easy.It took less
than three hours. I used Volvo dealer parts.They charged me $323 with
tax,$240 for the two shocks and $83 for the two support plates.The new
bolts were extra.Before the change,I had the same type of bounce when
pressing the bumper.I also had a loud vibration on passenger side when
hitting small holes.Now,no bounce or vibration.Beer after was perfect!

Truls Björkenrud says:

Excellent videos, thanks for posting, and keep them coming 🙂

Sunnee Shadee says:

did the Sachs get softer over time?

Sunny D says:

So you installed Sachs struts/shocks? How is the ride? As good as new
shocks?

volvosweden says:

I am glad it helps others.

milind says:

i own a volvo s80 1999 2.9, i think i am in need of updating my shocks too.
Nice video and thanks for posting.

Sunnee Shadee says:

Thanks for posting! When you pulled the bolt out from below, the shock
seemed to be extended … did you have to “compress” or force the shock
back in? Also, did you research info on the Sachs shocks? I was looking for
a good replacement all around. Forums claim that KYB is the best but the
Monroe OESpectrum seem to be a good choice … did you do the front struts?

obstinado says:

Clear, consice and to the point. The process was documented very well.
Excellent work!

Mumblix Grumph says:

Big difference! Thanks for posting.

ronin rider says:

thanks for posting this video. it was very helpful. i like the way you
explained everything. well done..:-)

Joshua Davis says:

Thanks for video

volvosweden says:

Use jack to force the shock in and out. I did not research any shocks I
went with original shocks. Yes I did the front struts. That was before I
put videos on youtube.

Dodofan178 says:

So the spring stays in the car…??…

volvosweden says:

Yes, no need to remove the spring.

yuckuJackD says:

Hey, it seems you’ve just done the same repairs that I need to do now.
Great videos so far. They are very helpful and well explained. 10x

2005bluetank says:

Is it gonna be the same procedure if I do it on my S60? I got problem at my
rear shocks too.

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