If you have a pre-2001 model, you may need to install a suspension update service kit.
There were a lot of front suspension issues with pre-2001 S40 & V40 models. Volvo made some changes to the front suspension in 2001 and offered a service kit for pre-2001 models that updated the strut & spring mounts to the 2001 style.
Cars that have already had this update can simply use the 2001-2004 style strut and spring mounts.
The most obvious way to tell if the update has been done is that updated cars have an accordian style strut bellows
Aftermarket parts are a reasonably priced and good alternative to OE products. We often supply aftermarket products in place of OE parts that are no longer available as well.
Some items will be better than stock or considered an upgrade from the OE design in the aftermarket brand.
Other items will work as a less expensive alternative to stock.
We will not sell a product that we do not believe in, so rest assured you are fine with the aftermarket brand in most applications!
If you have any questions, contact our customer service team to advise on the best aftermarket products for your Volvo.
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