Removing The Camshaft Seal

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Fig 1: Engine Compartment Components

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

NOTE:

Crankshaft and camshafts must not be turned more than is stated in the method description

If the shafts are turned in any other way the valves may be damaged.

Remove:

the cable from the battery negative terminal.
First read Battery, disconnecting .
the cross stay between the suspension turrets
the air intake hose for the turbocharger (TC) from the air cleaner (ACL) cover. Put to one side
the upper timing belt cover
the cover over the ignition coils
the upper engine stabilizer brace
the camshaft position (CMP) sensor housing
the trigger wheel
the servo reservoir and the expansion tank. Lift up and place on top of the engine.
WARNING:
Ensure that no power steering fluid is spilled. Extremely flammable.
the auxiliaries belt
the front timing belt cover.