Volvo XC90 Rear Shock Replacement DIY (2003-2014 Volvo P2 XC90 T5, 4.4L V8, 3.2 SI6)

►Replacing your Volvo XC90's rear shocks is a DIY job. The rear shocks are put under stress every time you drive as they work with the springs to help absorb harsh bumps and deliver a smooth and composed suspension feel. However, they'll wear out with regular use and age, leading to a sloppy, clunky, and bouncy ride. While annoying, the lack of damping is also a safety hazard, so ensure you replace them as soon as possible.
A rear shock replacement is a very straightforward job. It requires only a few tools and a couple of new parts. Replacing them yourself will also save you money, as dealerships and independents will charge for the labor and more for the parts.
In this video, Mike Hidalgo, FCP Euro's Professional DIY'er, replaces the rear shocks on a P2 Volvo XC90.
00:00 - Intro & Tools Needed
02:46 - Volvo XC90 P2 Rear Wheel Removal
03:55 - Volvo XC90 P2 Rear Shock Replacement
11:36 - Volvo XC90 P2 Rear Wheel Install
12:31 - Wrap-up
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This video applies to the following vehicles:
XC90 Volvo P2 Chassis (Gen 1)
2003 Volvo XC90 Base
2003 Volvo XC90 T6
2004 Volvo XC90 2.5T
2004 Volvo XC90 T6
2005 Volvo XC90 2.5T
2005 Volvo XC90 T6
2005 Volvo XC90 V8 Sport Utility
2006 Volvo XC90 2.5T
2006 Volvo XC90 V8
2006 Volvo XC90 V8 Ocean Race
2007 Volvo XC90 V8
2007 Volvo XC90 V8 Sport
2007 Volvo XC90 3.2
2008 Volvo XC90 3.2
2008 Volvo XC90 V8
2008 Volvo XC90 V8 Sport
2009 Volvo XC90 3.2
2009 Volvo XC90 V8
2010 Volvo XC90 3.2
2010 Volvo XC90 V8
2011 Volvo XC90 3.2
2011 Volvo XC90 V8
2012 Volvo XC90 3.2
2013 Volvo XC90 3.2
2013 Volvo XC90 3.2 R-Design
2014 Volvo XC90 3.2
2014 Volvo XC90 3.2 R-Design
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[@asherkimball8349]

These will be used for years! Keep making these!!

[@jotighe2]

this was great. do another one.

[@Setright]

I would suggest raising the suspension with a gearbox jack or similar, before torquing the lower shock bolt. That way, the bushing is unstressed at normal ride height.
You can also torque it up once the car is back on the ground.
Torquing it at full droop, like you did, the bushing is stressed constantly and will wear out faster.

[@brandonphan]

btw on the video you guys list the tool set as cta7066 but the mechanics said it is cta 7466 set...

[@fcpeuro]

Thank you for pointing that out, Brandon!

[@yamahaevo]

Do you have any experience with brand who makes the suspension softer then standard? The most cheap you could find does this often but might dont hold up that well. Any ideas with soft and still a normal brandn(not china junk)

[@jamdc2000]

Ohllins or Sachs maybe, contact the manufacturer, and ask for advice

[@yamahaevo]

@jamdc2000 They are to hard all premium brands seems to be to hard sadly. People don't care but I want soft suspension