Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

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Old Jul 11, 2009 | 10:31 PM
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Is there a step-by-step guide for replacing the spring seats in my 850?
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Old Jul 11, 2009 | 10:36 PM
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Not exactly sure, but I basically know how.

remove wheel, and unbolt strut from body

Compress spring

Remove bearing top

uncompress spring

Remove spring seat

redo in reverse order
 
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Old Jul 11, 2009 | 11:07 PM
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yep thats basicly it.

if you would like i could put in the effort to make a decent write up
 
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Old Jul 12, 2009 | 12:52 AM
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I haven't done it myself myself, so I couldn't make that in depth of a write up. I just know the basics, which isn't that great. I saw it get done at my HS, but thats about it
 
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Old Jul 12, 2009 | 05:04 AM
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Here's a good guide:http://members.shaw.ca/heeeeee/strut/index.htm
 
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