How to replace the cylinder head gasket P1 5 cylinder Volvo S40, V50, C70, C30, Ford Focus, - REMIX

[@scottshadoan513]

I truly appreciate you taking the time to make this video. After watching this video, I confidently completed the teardown and reassembly of my S40 T5 engine for a valve job. Previous owner had work done to it, and evidently it jumped time and burnt 2 valves. A "reputable" European import shop near me diagnosed it as needing an engine replacement when I was having keys programmed at their shop. Quoted $6k-$7k for the replacement. I thanked them and left with the car on a trailer. In my own shop I was able to determine that it very likely just needed a couple of valves replaced, and I was right. Anyway I had the head professionally machined and cleaned. I also replaced timing belt, tensioner, idler, water pump, camshaft seals, radiator hoses, etc. while I had everything disassembled. Today I took it out for a test drive, and it runs great. Thanks so much!!

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@frostshock13]

Robert, I just wanted to say thank you for this video. I ended up doing this process in my driveway and used this video religiously. The first start was nerve racking, but after following all the steps it started just fine.

[@RobertDIY]

Awesome

[@raddad3455]

I need to do this I'm scared. Coolant was leaking into the exhaust ports (can smell in exhaust), no mixture of fluids or exhaust gases in the tank. No compression to start now. This video inspires me to try but it's a lot to do. When you say "rotate the crank a tooth or two " are you removing the belt or does everything move forward but the cam sprockets?

[@Passportsandprofits]

Im getting ready to do this to replace the piston rings, how did it turn out for you?

[@frostshock13]

@@Passportsandprofits I didn't go so far as do the piston rings, but as far as replacing the head. It's been running fine ever since.

[@Passportsandprofits]

@@frostshock13 how long did the whole job take you?

[@joeylamping7123]

My 2014 P3 just dropped a valve @130k so it looks like a head and piston replacement. Hoping the cylinder isn’t too far gone. Thank you for taking the time to document your entire process

[@RobertDIY]

Usually just the valve/head.

[@expletivesandether]

Maaaaaaaaan, I gotta say. Amazing video! Secondly, you have a little of that Fred Sanford rasp going! Makes me love it even more!

[@RobertDIY]

Wow, thanks! LOLOLOL

[@arthagner4235]

Hi Robert Thanks so much for your video I took me a couple of days with getting the head resurfaced but it’s all back together and running like new again. I’m not sure I would had done this without your video

[@RobertDIY]

Glad it helped

[@MRBACKHAND]

thanks Robert im from Auckland NZ i own and daily drive a 2002 volvo C70 Black Convertible.... your videos have been a great help to me

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@davyarthurs]

Glad you spotted the air con pump issue before all your hardwork went up in smoke for a 3rd time!

[@RobertDIY]

LOL

[@DavidMartin916]

great video appreciate the step by step process

[@RobertDIY]

you are welcome.

[@jefferyryan7232]

You’re amazing dude! Thanks Robert!!!

[@RobertDIY]

thanks for watching.

[@MarkSmith-wf4jj]

Great video. Going to be replacing head gasket on my wife's C70 T5. She bought this car a year ago and messed up the motor in the convertible by stopping top half way. Fixed that but was a headache. The crazy 5 connection radiator hose blew. Replaced that but now I'm leaking by head hasket. I know enough to be dangerous and going to replace this myself. Still confused/scared about cams and timing when/if I get it back together. Going to watch you video a couple.more times before starting. Thanks again for posting this on you tube. Mark

[@RobertDIY]

Cool, thanks for watching.

[@juangaravito9052]

Great video 👏👏👏

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@justinian5736]

Removing the head with no locking tool needed means to just set it to TDC marks, then begin removal and install back to the marks/cam position correct?

[@RobertDIY]

Marks, stop saying TDC, it's NOT TDC.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@justinian5736]

I see now. Thanks brutha ✊

[@foosyfiend]

Thanks for this excellent video- I will be doing this tomorrow--the Mahle gasket set I ordered came with 6 brass/copper? washers --I can't see what these are for. 2 of the washers are smaller than the other 4--any idea?

[@RobertDIY]

I have no idea. Maybe water pipe crush washers.

[@DI_Wy]

How do the intake and exhaust valve solenoids get oil fed to them? As I’m looking at my valve cover, there’s no ports to allow oil to them. I’m curious if you have the answer? Does the glue prevent oil from going to valve solenoids and then prevent oil from getting to the cam journals?

[@RobertDIY]

The engine does not have a "valve cover". I don't know the engineering, just how to fix it.

[@DI_Wy]

@@RobertDIY sorry I meant cylinder head cover. But great vid, thanks.

[@rogerdinarte6863]

Awesome video, definitely will be a fun and frustrating job but now it should be easier to do after watching your video. Lol about the octopus lines. About how much was the rebuild on the cylinder head?

[@RobertDIY]

The head was purchased from vendor.

[@arthagner4235]

Have you changed the cam seals without taking the cam sprockets off? When tightening down the cam cover down do you have the cams locked together?

[@RobertDIY]

If the cams are out you can slide them over the back end. It is best to use the tool, especially if the cam sprockets/hubs are off.

[@brandintinsman4011]

Im lost on the cam locking tool. The only reason I see that it would be needed if you were removing the hubs to replace the seals but not removing the cam cover or cams them selves. Is the tool needed on a complete tear down of the cam cover?

[@RobertDIY]

Only if the cams don't have marks or you are removing the hubs.

[@luiscamacho06]

I can’t remove the harmonic balancer bolt! It’s super tight. I tried impact gun. Nothing. I tried locking bolt down and turning crank. Nothing. Got some tips ?

[@RobertDIY]

Stronger impact gun. It may take 5+ minutes of hammering away.

[@tedwu9354]

I used starter bump method. Removing the harmonic balancer is the first step before you remove everything else. I have not seen Robert used a tool. Everything just came off by itself.

[@flipflopyup]

I always wondered if I should scrap the paint off where the ground wires should go.

[@RobertDIY]

Probably a good idea.

[@AwakeDude911]

a 9mm gun clean out wire brush end on the metal rod that goes down the barrel works excellent for cleaning grounds and hole in the metal to ground ....paint stops the grounding process so the better the metal to metal connection the better the ground

[@donovansaucedo1244]

Hey Robert. I’ve been using this video to tear down my 2007 Volvo V50 T5 AWD, as it skipped timing a while back due to a snapped accessory belt. All 20 valves are bent, but no pistons seem cracked or otherwise damaged, other than small scuffs from valve contact. Is it still safe to just replace or rebuild the cylinder head, instead of the whole motor?

[@RobertDIY]

Yes

[@christianhudspeth3338]

Just rebuild the whole thing if you have it out of the car already

[@JimmyJinIA]

Hey Robert, what a super awesome video. I love the detail! I haven't any experience with Volvo's, but plenty with other brands. I'm looking at a 2011 S40 T5 that a friend is going to give away. They were told the engine needs to be replaced (a shop says it has a cracked block but I don't see how they determined that), I'm thinking it's just a head gasket. I see some overheating issues (cracked coolant expansion tank) and assume it's just a head gasket. I suppose if the block was cracked it could over pressurize the cooling system and burst the coolant reservoir. Big Question: Are these engines typically known for cracking the block or the head when overheated?

[@RobertDIY]

Nope, just warp the head and over pressurize the system and crack the coolant reservoir, hoses, etc.

[@JimmyJinIA]

@@RobertDIY 1000 thanks Robert!

[@christianhudspeth3338]

@@RobertDIY dang I didn't know this. I'm doing the same thing and was wondering the same. I can rest now knowing that there's a low possibility of my recently purchased c30 doesn't have a cracked block. I'd probably be really annoyed if the head was cracked tho.

[@andrewtoombs3867]

is it possible to send you an engine b5254t engine for a full rebuild then have it sent back?

[@RobertDIY]

No sir.

[@jeromelucas4387]

Hi Robert,can one use the old headbolds again?

[@RobertDIY]

Some do once, I'm to afraid. $50 Piece of mind.

[@BryantJamari]

Question you think when the head is off it’s a good idea I do a piston job? By dropping the oil pan or do you prefer pulling the engine ? And is it even possible I know if I take it to a shop it’ll cost me $$$$

[@RobertDIY]

No.

[@jaybutler6012]

Good info

[@RobertDIY]

Glad you think so!

[@relapsekitty13]

Bought an engine out of a 2012 C30 R type. Wondering if anyone knows where I can find the specifications to engine so I can buy a proper rebuild kit.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@user-nw7kf6nl2y]

Is Victor Reinz gaskets on par with Genuine Volvo gaskets?

[@RobertDIY]

that's what Volvo sent us. Other than that, I only use Volvo head gaskets.

[@andrewtoombs3867]

So you HIGLY reconmend not getting/taking the OEM head to a machine shop. It is possible I have a warped head. I was thinking taking the head to a machine shop to get it resurfaced and ported. but you are saying the lifters, are assigned matched to each valve for cylinder valve location. I want to take advantage to get the head performance spec'd matched for higher flow, and possibly install performance cams. What is your advice on that? I am guessing you advise against that.

[@RobertDIY]

I did NOT say that. I said that you need to make sure the lifters are kept in order.

[@MrRhoneycutt]

Quick question. Will this procedure/video work with 2008 s80 T6?

[@RobertDIY]

No

[@shanejames7182]

As always, Robert, thank you so much for your sharing of knowledge! Your videos have been so helpful in working on my volvos! I have a question re: a head replacement on a 2005 S40 T5. This is the second P1 head replacement I've done (with your video's help), and this one is being a stinker! I replaced the head with an Odessa head, seals, new T belt (and all associated components), and everything according to your instructions. Unfortunately, I keep getting a check-engine light, and when hooked up to VIDA, I get the ECM611B code. (I also have an oil leak, but I think I've traced that to the oil cooler seals. I have replaced the intake camshaft solenoid, and checked current to it. Any suggestions on how to fix this? Again, thank you in advance!

[@RobertDIY]

If everything is plugged in I really have no idea what the issue is. You can Google the code and read the SwedeSpeed results of the search. Hopefully that will get you taken care of and you won't have to take it in to a mechanic.

[@shanejames7182]

@@RobertDIY Thanks again!

[@generalseburi1421]

So if I change temperature switch of Volvo c30 t5 by a temperature switch of Ford st it will work asking please...

[@RobertDIY]

I have no idea.

[@darylrobert3673]

OK thanks, so you dont use the cam locking tool on removal?..or anything to hold the cam shaft in place? Do you install the same way then rotate the cams to alignment? major worry is not damaging the cam cover or head cam journals or have the valve contact the piston.

[@RobertDIY]

Not really, unless I need to remove a cam sprocket/hub.

[@tylerbell8439]

Do you have any videos regarding cylinder head removal for a 2005 xc90 2.5t? I’m confused with all the different names of engines cause I’m not real familiar with volvo

[@RobertDIY]

Not really but these videos should help.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@markveith9468]

Hey, as soon as I’m really hard on my C 30, it loses huge amounts of coolant.. been trying to track down a possible leak and I tightened and changed a few clamps on the hoses.. I replace the PCV oil housing and lines thinking that might of been an issue. No oil and coolant was mixing. Now I’m thinking it’s a bad head gasket or possibly the bottom of my expansion tank is leaking? I replaced thst not to long ago and maybe I was to hard on it when doing a coolant flush.. I’m really thinking it’s the head gasket and I noticed coolant spewed out. Seems like the bottom right and it was all over the side of my car. I don’t think it overheated. do I need the cam locking tool if I’m just replacing the head gasket ?

[@RobertDIY]

What did the video recommend?

[@RobertDIY]

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[@markveith9468]

@@RobertDIY great explanation. I’m pretty sure this is exactly what happen with mine.

[@AP-er6mh]

Nice video!

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks

[@shanejames7182]

Robert, I always appreciate your insight, and videos! I have another S40 2.4i. This one is losing coolant out the right side of the engine (towards the firewall) between block and head. Likely head gasket. A little more background - the heater core coolant line broke, puking much of the coolant, so I'm assuming it overheated. No coolant in oil; no oil in coolant. My question: how often does the head (or block, for that matter) warp on these P1's? Do you see many that just need a new gasket? Or do they more often warp, requiring an entire head replacement? Thanks in advance, Robert!

[@RobertDIY]

Heads warp, blocks, not so much unless you see fluid mixing.

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[@wasswarashid465]

Which piston should be up when timing that engine

[@RobertDIY]

did you watch the video?

[@RobertDIY]

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[@chachiboy2933]

Is this the same for a 2.5T Volvo S60? 2007

[@RobertDIY]

no but not to far off.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@justinian5736]

For some reason, I can't hand turn crankshaft with my breaker bar after installing timing belt. It was turning about 2-3weeks ago when I first set timing to remove the belt. Weird, anyone have any tips? All things are lined up and double checked.

[@RobertDIY]

did you change the head or replace the timing?

[@RobertDIY]

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[@justinian5736]

Same head. I resurfaced it and lapped valves. Just changed timing belt.

[@MrRhoneycutt]

Will this work on a 2009 s40?

[@RobertDIY]

Yes, it is a P1 vehicle.

[@fadedberserker5728]

Do you recommend a sealer before attempting this job?

[@RobertDIY]

NO

[@fadedberserker5728]

@@RobertDIY even for the non turbo version? And why not? Thanks in advance, I wanna do this job but I've never done a head gasket, just swapped engines and what not.

[@mienquemy847]

thankyou!

[@RobertDIY]

You're welcome!

[@mienquemy847]

@@RobertDIY Hello Sir! I have the 06Volvo c70 .I'm take off all the bolt of cap engine .But i can't take them out.Can you show me,How to do?Thankyou!

[@bencollinz]

Do you recall the casting number for the correct cylinder head that you ended up installing? I briefly saw the numbers go by and it's not either of the casting #s they're telling me should be on mine. Thank you. @25:12

[@bencollinz]

looks like 3139xx07?

[@RobertDIY]

Sad to say, I do not. Have you checked the description area of the video?

[@anthonyiannone7618]

Hello Robert im doing this job on a 2015 s602.5L turbo B5254T12. It has a burnt exhaust valve. I was wondering if you think i will have a problem when installing cam seals before top cover is on? In my past experience with other cars the seal will get pinched at the parting line of the cover and head and get stuck between both. Has this ever happened to you on volvos? I haven't removed sprockets yet but i will if i have too. I figure i will try installing cam seals without cams in cover as a test to confirm they dont get pinched.

[@RobertDIY]

Never

[@anthonyiannone7618]

@@RobertDIY THANKYOU!!!

[@aleskyfinis1025]

Like videos man 😅

[@RobertDIY]

Awesome!

[@dougtredy856]

Will this procedure work on a 2006 Volvo xc70 base model?

[@AwakeDude911]

total different animal....these cars in the vide0 are disposable and unless you can do it will cost the price of the car used...

[@RobertDIY]

Not really, but I have other cylinder head videos that will.

[@dougtredy856]

@@RobertDIY can you refer me to the exact videos on your channel? Thanks again for responding!

[@alexyo0964]

How do I know which cylinder is 1,2,3,4 etc?

[@RobertDIY]

I don't even know what kind of car you have?

[@RobertDIY]

If it is a Volvo with a inline engine, #1 is at the timing belt.

[@alexyo0964]

@@RobertDIY yeah.. sorry for bad explaination, its same as ur working on in the video:)

[@goramiir]

just got quoted $7000 for this job at my local shop is that normal?

[@Japanie2]

No, way too much. My local garage in the Netherlands quoted me €1400, which is $1650.

[@RobertDIY]

Average cost for this type of engine is probably $2,300.

[@gangnen8704]

i got the same quote

[@gangnen8704]

what u do?

[@alloriginaltone]

I would like to make a donation. Is it possible on Patreon to make a one time donation, or is it always a monthly "membership"

[@RobertDIY]

Sad to say, I don't know. You can send a one time donation through PayPal

[@nicholastuel7506]

Go Steelers

[@RobertDIY]

Woot woot!

[@bigwaves2824]

so a focus head will work on a 2007 s40

[@RobertDIY]

probably not.

[@AwakeDude911]

most Volvos after 2009 are not worth this much effort ..what i mean is they are cheap disposable plastic rolling piles ! look at all the fail point in this job .line ,rubber hoses ,caps ,sensors ,brackets 1 thing breaks and it will (TIME AND HEAT) you blow the motor . the average joe or jane has a hard time turning key to start the car now up keep on all these fail points NO WAY !! you wont be seeing these in the 2040 car shows ...

[@RobertDIY]

LOL

[@homesold]

Ha, well said. You read my mind. *A simple "low-coolant" light found on other models would have prevented a lot of this mayhem.

[@Passportsandprofits]

Thanks for the video Robert, I’m doing a piston ring job on my 2013 s60 T5, can i simply reinstall the head or should I replace it with a new one?

[@RobertDIY]

re-install.

[@Passportsandprofits]

Hey robert I have this same engine but the T5 version. I just finished installing the head due to a burned valve so it did not jump timing. When installing the camshafts do I line up with the timing marks on the timing cover or do I install the cam cover and adjust the timing after?

[@RobertDIY]

Put the crank on the mark, install the cam locking tool and go from there. Did you watch the video?