Removing The Camshaft Cover

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Fig 1: Removing Camshaft Cover

GLL103867

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Remove

the variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid
spark plugs for cylinders 1 and 5.

Install 2 tools 9995454 . Leave a 2-3 mm gap to the camshaft cover.

Ensure that the screw in the spark plug well is fully tightened.

Remove all the screws securing the camshaft cover to the cylinder head.

Fig 2: Using Pliers 999 5670 To Lift Cover From Cylinder Head

GLL103868

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Use pliers 9995670 to lift the cover from the cylinder head.

Install the pliers at the stop lugs. Start with cylinder 1 and work alternately backward.

Slacken off the wing nuts approximately 2 turns. Repeat the procedure with the pliers.

Fig 3: Identifying Camshaft Seal Removal

GLL108980

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Carefully press the camshaft seals free.

NOTE:

Take care not to damage the sealing surfaces on the camshafts.

Fig 4: Checking For Wear On Valve Lifters

GLL103908

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove

tool 999 5454
the camshaft cover
the camshafts.

Lift out the valve lifters. Mark up the valve lifters so that the original positions can be established.