Valve clearance, checking: Preparation

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.

Fig 1: Ignition Coil Connectors

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Remove:

the cover over the intake camshaft
the upper timing cover
the cover over the ignition coils.

Fig 2: Ignition Coil Connectors

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Remove:

the ignition coils without removing the connectors.
NOTE: Mark up before removal
the two ground connections
the connector for the variable valve timing solenoid
the right front wheel.