Removing the camshaft cover and cylinder head
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:
- the variable valve timing valve
- the spark plugs from cylinders 1 and 4.
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.
Use pliers 9995670 to lift the cover from the cylinder head. Install the pliers at the stop lugs. Start at the cylinder and work alternately backward.
Slacken off the wing nuts a few turns. Repeat the procedure.
Carefully press out the front and rear camshaft seals.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the sealing surfaces on the camshafts.
Remove:
- tools 9995454
- the camshaft cover
- the camshafts.
Lift out the valve lifters. Use suction pads. Do not use magnets.
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.