Removing ignition coils

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Coils

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Mark up the ignition coils so that their original positions can be established

Remove the mounting screws for the ignition coils and the screws at the two ground terminals

Disconnect the connector for the variable valve timing solenoid

Lift up and place the ignition coils with wiring to one side.

Remove: 

• the crankcase ventilation hose from the top of the camshaft cover
• the camshaft position sensor (CMP) housing and trigger wheel.