Installing the sealing ring

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

CAUTION: Only Volvo approved engine oil may be used. Grease must not be used at all. It attracts dirt and results in the build up of coke.

Lubricate the sealing ring mating surface against the cylinder block and the lips of the seal.

Fig 1: Identifying Sealing Ring Special Tool 999 7174

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Ring Special Tool 999 7174

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Thread the seal onto the beveled section of the inner section of tool 9997174 with the felt side of the seal outwards. Install the drift on the crankshaft, 2x screws, for the flywheel. Pull in the seal using the outer section of the drift: 9997174 using the screw in the center of the tool. The seal is in position when the outer drift bottoms out against the inner drift. Remove the tool: 9997174 . Discard the old screws for the flywheel.