Camshaft cover and cylinder head, removing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove:
- VVT-valve.
- spark plugs from cylinder 1 and 4.
Install tool 9995454 (2 pcs.) with 2-3 mm clearance to camshaft cover. Make sure that the screws in the spark plug thread is tightened all the way in.
Remove all the screws securing the camshaft cover to the cylinder head.
Use pliers 9995670 to lift the cover from the cylinder head. Use the pliers at the pry lugs. Begin at cylinder and move alternately backwards.
Loosen the wing nuts a few turns and repeat the procedure.
Carefully press out the front and rear camshaft seals.
CAUTION:
Be very careful so that the sealing faces on the camshafts are not damaged.
Remove:
- tools 9995454 .
- the camshaft cover
- the camshafts
Lift out the depressors. Use suction cup. Not magnet.
CAUTION:
Mark up and position the lifters so that their original positions can be established.
Remove the screws holding the cylinder head on the cylinder block. Start at the sides and work alternately towards the center.
Get help to lift off the cylinder head.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the mating surfaces.