Cylinder head installation, head gasket, lifters, cam cover, etc. Volvo 850, S70, V70, etc. - REMIX

Head Installation: 4 to 6 Hours. ($800 / $2,800 / $5,300)
WARNING: These procedures do not apply to vehicle engines that are equipped with VVT hubs (built after 1998). Review the links below for instructions for those engines.
WARNING: The cam cover and cylinder head are a machined pair and one can not be replaced without the other. Do NOT damage the cam cover, then try to find another cam cover to replace the one you damaged. Get another head with its matching cover.
Website tutorial (written instructions): www.atthetipweb...
In this video I installed the head on a Volvo with an inline 5 motor. This directly applies to the Volvo 850 and Volvo S70, V70 cars built before 1999. You would have had the head removed for the following reasons:
- Head gasket replacement, blown head gasket, over heated motor.
- Replace bent valves.
- Replace burnt valves.
- Replace valve stem seals.
- Replace a damaged head.
Here are links to related videos:
Head removal: • How to remove the cyli...
Cleaning and pre-install: • Engine cylinder head r...
Timing installation: • How to replace the tim...
How to rebuild a head yourself: • Video
Will not start after the head is installed: • Common problems that c...
Torque Valves:
- Head bolts, 15 ft lbs, 44 ft lbs, then 130 degrees.
- Cam cover bolts: 18 Nm / 13 Ft Lbs. (I was told that VADIS has this wrong).
- Throttle body bolts: 15 in lbs.
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[@NorthernChev]

Easily the BEST Volvo 5 cylinder head and cam carrier installation video out there.

[@RobertDIY]

thanks for watching and sharing.

[@jacobrush7739]

Hey man. Your videos help me out a lot. I'm a decent mechanic. But I've never messed with a 5cyl or a volvo. I appreciate the time you took to share your knowledge and experience man.

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@uRealReels]

@@RobertDIY so many great comments. no trhread lock. gasket orientation. torque process. much thx! what do you think of GASKET SEALERS like KSEAL or STEEL SEAL rather than a full head seal replacement?

[@rockerpat1085]

I pay for Alldata and not a bit of info on these European cars. Thank you for the cam alignment info. Save me a lot of headache. You're a good man. Thank You.

[@RobertDIY]

+Rocker Pat you are welcome.

[@bigyanko360]

Robert DIY .....I love your vids Rob....but ibhave a question I accidently put a coolant line on a vacuum line and now I have coolant all thru the system.I started it 5 times it was cranking but had white smoke...so we unhooked everything and put the line where they need to be and now the car won't start...could that be from coolant in the engine and how would I fix the problem or is the engine gone???

[@cannabiscountry4171]

@@bigyanko360 Unless you rebuild engines it sounds like you might have done yourself in.

[@tedbrookins]

Coolant in cylinders, possibly. Crank engine with plugs out to eject the coolant.. Add a capful of oil to help seal and crank again. Replace plugs, start car. Better than giving up.

[@addaadollah]

Those little tips and suggestions are very helpful. Nicely done videos. You give a DIY guy like me confidence. Taking time, taking care, and paying attention to details make the job go well. Thanks Robert, you have a pleasant teaching style.

[@RobertDIY]

Glad to help, thanks for sharing.

[@christianyavorsky3320]

Totally invaluable instruction Robert! You are an angel mechanic of KZbin. I'll spare you the whole story but I have a Volvo V50 that ingested the serpentine belt into the timing belt area causing it to skip time (~20 degrees!) and resulting in 20 bent valves. Taking this thing apart and putting it back together would not have been possible without your detailed and easy to follow tutorials. Thank you!

[@RobertDIY]

I hope you seen the P1 video.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching and sharing.

[@donfrommpls778]

Me and my 850 appreciate your video's! Thank you!

[@RobertDIY]

+Don From Mpls you are welcome.

[@ian376]

After watching your videos and reading your instructions I was able to replace a burnt head gasket on my v70(learned my lesson, no hot piping a turbo) I appreciate you taking to time to put this info up.

[@RobertDIY]

Good deal. Glad they helped.

[@jaydee2559]

Wow, great video! I'm now at the stage of reinstallation of a Volvo 850 head in a renault safrane which has almost no tech details from renault and it's slightly modified from the volvo variant. Your video has been incredibly helpful. I appreciate your tip on the hydraullic lifters too - pressing the middle bit while in oil - invaluable.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@kimkerr917]

Wow! I'm a gal with only a bit of experience on auto repair but this video is so good, if I had the right set up, I just may be able to do it! I love how meticulous you are because that's one of the first lessons I'm learning is that to fix things correctly, you have to have PATIENCE. I think that's the reason we acquired our 2000 Volvo v40?! I need to work on my patience! LOL

[@RobertDIY]

LOL Thanks for watching.

[@rayoliver6807]

It's a W pattern same as tractor engine,which a Volvo is a cousin,that's why they last up to 450,000 to 550,000 if you service them to the TEE!!

[@RobertDIY]

Nice

[@juliotorres512]

When I am doing My final torque I always paint a spot on the 12 O'clock position The I adjust to the 5:30 position to set up My 130° degree AND if you have to do multiple torque steps the paint keeps you orientated in case you get called away or distracted while torquing your cylinder head the paint is a good backup.

[@RobertDIY]

I don't get distracted when torquing down a cylinder head.

[@juliotorres512]

@@RobertDIY for someone who works at a shop AND gets constant distraction from customers and pH calls or drops tool's or even bosses and coworkers or just things that happen The paint on the bolts let's you know where you left off AND I have seen techs loose their spot AND go to tighten up a bolt that it has had its final pass and strip out the threads especially when you're doing a torque angel.

[@AudioFreqx]

Just noting: 135° is actually halfway between 90 and 180. Compass heading of perfect SE. The heater hose/ ptc fix is still working wonders, btw. I have burnt ~1 qt in 6000 miles and she just ticked to over 282k miles. Love the vids and am considering replacing my gal's 5 speed N/A head gasket. My only prior twin cam head experience was on the 1988 16v GTi.. she still fires right up.

[@RobertDIY]

Good deal.

[@iuriigolovchenko1220]

Really nice video, and step by step explanation, just really fills like you making career out of it.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@robertgarza8741]

Cake

[@jamesmcqueen2618]

Looks like to me you know cars and how to service them right. I liked your video sir, very good training video.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@sitatt]

Thank you again for taking the time to put this vid together! really helpful and full of great tips! Cheers.

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@TyphoonVstrom]

Thanks for all the excellent videos Robert. I'm an experienced backyard mechanic and use the videos for any tips and as a recon if you will for the job I'm about to do. Bought a $300 850 T5 wagon not running a couple of months ago, suspected blown head gasket. Sure enough my diagnosis was confirmed when I got the car home and put the compression tester on the engine. Fortunately, no obvious failures, just a tired old gasket someone had been nursing with head gasket in a bottle. Just treated the old girl to a machined head, all new gaskets and seals on the top end and all new timing components. Now I have an oil cooler line to replace and the exhaust manifold has to come off to be machined, it's to warped to seal and I plain forgot to check if it was flat before I bolted it to the head. The engine did fire up and run very well, just sounded like a tractor. You guys in the states are lucky when working on the back of the head and exhaust, your brake booster is on the other side of the firewall. On right hand drive cars, the booster and master cylinder is right in the middle of the cam cover! I resort to removing the front two cross member bolts and rotating the cross member down at the front about six inches or so. Provides just enough clearance to get the manifold out from behind the head.

[@RobertDIY]

Ouch! I recently learned that exhaust manifolds can be warped. Yikes! These head gaskets just don't wear out, they blow because people fail to keep coolant, etc in them.

[@tunergaines8448]

This Helped a lot buddy😥 I'm a Audi and BMW Tech with a Customer with the same Car lol..and had a massive oil leak on the Cover...missions man lol

[@RobertDIY]

thanks for watching.

[@tunergaines8448]

@@RobertDIY Rob you wouldn't Believe The condition of this motor..every single nut and bolt was incorrect and stripped..all the way thought. Don't get me started on the electrical side..every single cable is stripped open and covered in oil. Advised the customer to let it go..

[@28jsexton]

Working on mine today and through the weekend. Thanks for making this video. Great information and tips!

[@RobertDIY]

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[@DavidGeorge-wp1kz]

Very good video, thanks. I know it takes longer to explain things but was very well done and helpful

[@RobertDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jamiekessler424]

Huh. Didn't know what those angle gauges are for, Thanks for the free lesson.

[@RobertDIY]

Happy to help!

[@BobbyHittel-gd6lf]

Yea loved ur video helped explain alot to me without how most try to look more intelligent using technical words time u figure out what their saying u forgot half what they tring to explain!Need more videos with u showing how to get it done without tring to win a Oscar!😂

[@RobertDIY]

I understand. Some people spend to much time trying to sound smart.

[@robertm8742]

Nice to see someone who knows what they are doing. The dental floss is a great idea.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@stefanhoffmann8417]

7:47 I used a Pringles can cover, drilled a hole in mid of it, measured the angles on paper with some algebra which then used to paint dots on that plastic cover then used a zip tie around my socket and cut the tail of it to be about an inch long so it would work as the indicator between those dots on that plastic Pringles Chips cover---- Ufff.... to tighten those head bolts down on my mothers Opel which had a blown head gasket. And has worked for atleast the past 4 years since.

[@RobertDIY]

Interesting

[@AL1-53]

Hi. My torque wrench is starts 20nm. İt is too much for valve cover? Thanks.

[@RobertDIY]

Yes, it is

[@edwardmieres]

Hello, I would like you to help me with some information: the oil meter rod of my car (Volvo V40 2002) is made of plastic and it broke in half, leaving one half inside. I would like to know if it ends up in the crankcase? Is it advisable to move the car like this? If it can cause serious damage? Your guidance would be of great help to me, please 😢

[@RobertDIY]

Keep driving until you purchase another one. Just the stick. Then pull the entire tube and you will be able to get the broken piece out of the tube or it will be sticking out of the oil pan hole where you took the tube loose.

[@bgee461]

I love your videos, thank you for putting in the effort to film your wrenching

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching!

[@BriarHood]

95 850 with 330k miles and still going strong. Probably gonna do this and a timing kit soon!

[@RobertDIY]

cool

[@SA-di5ws]

I overtightened some of the head bolts by a few degrees due to the angle gauge being inaccurate. Will this be a problem?

[@RobertDIY]

No

[@dougtredy856]

My craftsman socket, craftsman adapter, and angle gauge is a little short to reaching the head bolt. Any suggestions?

[@RobertDIY]

Deeper socket. I have a socket just for those head bolts.

[@rezaq1]

From the UK Robert, outstanding my man

[@RobertDIY]

thanks for watching.

[@cruzanbum3108]

Did you hone your cylinders while you had the head off. If not, why?

[@RobertDIY]

Do you repack the grease in the wheel hubs when you change a CV axle?

[@diegososa-dias3765]

I have put my hands on my Volvo many times following your videos, pcv valve, and what not, I just pulled the head took it to the machine shop and next week I'm expecting to install the head and fire up hopefully, I had all I take valves bent and I'm hoping with your amazing videos to get the car started again omgPlease let me know how to align the valves on s70 , God bless. And never quit posting your cool videos, cheers

[@RobertDIY]

+DIEGO SOSA-DIAS this video shows how. Did you remove the cam sprockets?

[@diegososa-dias3765]

Robert DIY yes I did, was wondering if you see.the marks on the end where distributor goes like the video you showed, however you didn't mention Volvo s70 that was my concern..

[@RobertDIY]

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[@DavidLavallee-lu6iy]

Great video!!! Glad I found you. I have an 04 xc70 2.5T

[@RobertDIY]

Cool

[@estamnar6092]

Maybe I missed it, but I dont recall anywhere in these prep, removal, or install videos, anything about the fact that the head and valve cover are machined together to match for the cams. You must use the valve cover for the head you are installing, or the cams can bind/gall/break ect. I guess the video assumes you will reinstall the head you removed, which is fair enough. But this small bit of info wouldve been invaluable for me to avoid having to now grind a cam journal and cam...

[@RobertDIY]

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[@RobertDIY]

What did you do with the cam cover?

[@estamnar6092]

@@RobertDIY i had a head warp from over heat. Replaced the head with a good straight one from a pull yard, had it cleaned and resurfaced. I used the valve cover from my old warped head, as it was level, and didnt know they are meant to be kept together. I was able to go back to the pull yard and get the valve cover for this head, but I dont know if its too late for it. The cam journal has a pretty good gouge in it, and the cam has aluminum stuck to it.

[@estamnar6092]

Going to try to use some 800/2000 grit sandpaper and time to polish the almunium off the cam, and get the high spot burrs out of the heads cam journal, and try with the correct valve cover. And test for bent valves, of course. Worst case, I go find *another* head and valve cover(probably the cams too), and redo the job again.

[@RobertDIY]

Clean the metal off of the cam. I would get another head.

[@randolphsloan2263]

I'll watch it again and again. thanks

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@kentonschulze8040]

Comprehensive and clear video. Thanks

[@RobertDIY]

You're welcome!

[@hamzayagan]

Hi robert , I removed the head and I checked for warpage , the head is warped so ill send it to the shop , however the engine block showed around 0.08 mm warpage in the middle between cylinders , is this normal ? The manual does not specify any limitations for the engine block , it does not ask to check it at all !

[@RobertDIY]

Not good. You should have that made true as well. You can ask a real mechanic or the machine shop but I think the limit is 0.035. If they have to take to much off the head, taken some off of the block, it may make everything out of its proper limits. So you'll either need a head spacer or replace the engine.

[@peterfalken2498]

If I wanted to do a RN turbo swap (straight turbo tube newer ver.) to a 97 850 non turbo transmission in car, which models should I pull the engine from?

[@RobertDIY]

One built after 1998.

[@aroneden.]

Hey robbert. Iam helping a buddy to replace a headgasket. We reinstalled the camcover and cams. But when i rotate the cams, the intake cam is VERY hard to rotate. Exhoust side i rotated by hand, but the intake cam i needed a hammer (with wood inbetween so no scratchs). Is this normal or do i need to take the camcover off again? (This is the 10 valve 2.0 s70 from 1998)

[@RobertDIY]

Did you use assembly lube?

[@liveyourdreamsrelax]

good afternoon I have a volvo 960 2.9l the chore of time broke I put it together but I can not get the engine time does not have marks on the camshafts could you help me thank you very much

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[@medtahahalhoul9349]

Hello, I have a problem on the Volvo 136kw engine, the acceleration is weak at the start, it has trouble starting and when the engine heats up well everything works correctly. I want to know why the starting acceleration is slow and if there is a solution to fix the problem?

[@RobertDIY]

Bring it by and I'll check it out.

Hi Robert, greetings. What brand do you recommend for replace the gasket head set for a Volvo 850 1993 GLT

[@RobertDIY]

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[@doddfamilyministry6880]

On the cam cover I have a 96 850 with the 2.4 when I tighten the cam cover the cams lock in place and will not move in the cover now if I loosen all the bolts and just barely snug down it's fine any suggestions

[@RobertDIY]

Did you put assembly grease on the cams?

[@fieldworx]

Hi Robert, head is installed but when I was filling coolant I noticed it was leaking from the coolant tube above the exhaust manifold (the one on the head). I tightend it and broke the bottom bolt. Any idea how to fix that ?

[@RobertDIY]

I guess you need to remove the exhaust manifold and go from there.

[@fieldworx]

@@RobertDIY I think I need to remove the coolant inlet pipe

[@fieldworx]

@@RobertDIY guess I'm gone have to pull the head again

[@fieldworx]

Pulled the head and did it properly this time. The car is running now, thanx Robert for your information, it was very helpful

[@KeyboardThumper]

That was a new head gasket, right? It sounded like you might have been re-using when you said it was partly warped. But first-class tute man, 110% 🤩

[@RobertDIY]

Absolutely new.

[@KeyboardThumper]

@@RobertDIY Silly question, really. Thanks for the confirmation.

[@ThatNiceGTI12]

Old but gold

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@roberthall7427]

Hey Robert this us another Robert. Ur info. Is very valuable. Keep Up the great informing videos. THANKS ALOT.

[@RobertDIY]

You bet

[@Detriuch]

Hey Robert im having an issue reinstalling the cam cover. i pulled it to swap in na cams with new seals. somehow its hangin up in the back right hand corner by the engine mount. what could be causing this? I have the cams facing straight up for the moment and ive moved the sam seals alittle to make sure they where not hanging up on that

[@RobertDIY]

+Detriuch Calhoun you need to watch the video again or call me.

[@andresescobar3670]

Amazing job, great video. Thank you for making this.

[@RobertDIY]

you are welcome.

[@kyngsymbadadreadhead6306]

Your prices are reasonable. I was told my head gasket repair will be $1500 in my Volvo s40

[@RobertDIY]

If you do it yourself.

[@arnejohnsen4036]

Hello Robert and thank you for wonderful movies! Regards. Arne from Norway.

[@RobertDIY]

Thank you for watching.

[@OO7RX7]

My s70 t5 blew its head gascket. What brand Head gascket would you recommend. Victor Rainz Gates What do you use. Thanks

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[@josebello2707]

hi, good morning. i do not know who to ask the following, thats why i am bothering you. i have a xc70 2003 2.3T, engine is damage the cuetion is: the 2004 engine 2.4 non turbo fits in my xc70 2003 2.3T using my intake and exhust ? greetings from TJ. MEXICO.

[@RobertDIY]

I would only swap in a turbo engine.

[@MohammedMohammed-op3cz]

Thanks alot Robert, i have a 1996 Volvo 960. I had a major oil leak at the head cover ,now i need put new sealant and reinstall the valve cover the problem is that valve cover can't seal completely on the cylinders head due the Cams are slightly sticking out, do you have any tips on how to reinstall the valve cover correctly, thanks brother.

[@RobertDIY]

did you watch the video?

[@jennlynnjewel]

Hey Robert, so I'm reading that the cam cover bolts should be 15inch lbs, 13ft lbs, 15ft lbs, and 10ft lbs..... which one is right ? Really don't want to snap a cam or strip any bolts :/

[@RobertDIY]

If you want to follow me, read what I suggest in the comments section. I don't have control over what other people post...

[@newton5651]

Thanks Robert, this video is very helpful. Manov

[@RobertDIY]

you are welcome.

[@SHAWNPAULCARLSON]

Hello again, at time 25:09, what is that connection called on the other end of the intake manifold. And, what does it do. That connection on my car was originally broke when I stripped my engine down. Was wondering what it is and it's function. I have to replace it now.

[@RobertDIY]

It's a vacuum nipple. It simply gives another port for vacuum to be connected to. If your plug is missing, I'd just get another manifold.

[@deniaz336]

Yo Robert Sir, I really appreciate your tutorial quite detail. I have to reassemble all parts together while I'm not the guy who disassemble it... LOL😂😂. Anyway thanks bro👍👍

[@RobertDIY]

ouch

[@deniaz336]

@@RobertDIY Can I contact you? Just in case I've confusing with the assembly.... This is my first time to handle european car.. please🙏

[@zzxnnyvr]

Whats up Robert hope you're well, just wanted to ask theres no need to retorque head bolts for these engines? Ive heard on some volvo engines you have to run the engine to operating temp, and then retorque the headbolts.

[@RobertDIY]

Wherever you read that information reported as hateful speech.

[@zzxnnyvr]

@@RobertDIY haha sounds good sir!

[@zoranzoran2393]

Hello bro am sorry have you got 1 piston for sal please for my Volvo 850 2.3 T5, the piston is 80.40mm y think 81mm I have D for the head piston thank you

[@RobertDIY]

nope

[@TheGaginator]

Amazing quality thank you

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@stephenchampagne5763]

I have a blown head gasket on a 01 Volvo v70 xc awd is it a tough job

[@RobertDIY]

lol Yes.

[@nathanieltownsend4286]

I've got a 2007 s40 t5 that jumped time. Where is the cheapest and best place to buy new valves?

[@RobertDIY]

I have no idea. I usually get a used replacement head. Besides that, those cars have solid lifters and are extremely complicated when it comes to doing a valve job. Not sure if you want to get into that.

[@free-businesses1863]

Curious, on another site it said to torque head to 20,then 60 ft. lbs and then use 130 degree dial? I have a 2.5T, so is this why you used different ft. lbs.

[@RobertDIY]

I do what the instructions say.

[@chaseroberts6251]

Question! Hopefully you have an answer. I have a 1998 Volvo S70 T5 (2.3L 5cyl Turbo). Just recently the camshaft sensor went out, got chewed and grinded up. Wasn't sure why it happened but it knocked off the magnetic reader piece on the old one and did the same exact thing to the brand new one I just put in! I'm lost as to why it has now destroyed 2 camshaft sensors in a day

[@RobertDIY]

Cam or crank sensors?

[@wyskun]

Hi there:) In my audi a4 b6 2001y 1.8t i need to clean lifters. When i drain oil and clean spring Inside lifter the next step should be to add oil inside lifter or engine refill it automaticly??? And when I put back lifters again into engine I should wait 30-60 min before start engine? (I hear that it can damage engine if I didnt wait 30 or more minutes) waiting for answer:)

[@RobertDIY]

I really don't know about the issue you are asking about. However, if it has hydraulic lifters like my Volvo has, and the lifters are not functioning properly, it is better to replace them. Never heard of cleaning the lifters. As for the process, it would be best to follow the manufacturers repair manual. On my car I simply soak them in oil. If I do pump them up with oil I just put everything together and start the engine. It will take me longer than 30 minutes to get the engine together enough to start it after placing the lifters in.

[@blairlee2008]

u the man, thanks bro.. couldn't of did it without r videos

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@anthonyaltieri9439]

Hey man so I have oil in my coolant rez I was told my oil cooler is leaking would that be the case or do you think it’s a head gasket?

[@RobertDIY]

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[@RobertDIY]

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

[@avengemeeeee]

My 1997 850 base has 300,000 + miles . # 3 & #5 are dead is it worth preforming a head job?

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[@frankruiz6982]

Thank you So kindly for your help

[@RobertDIY]

you are welcome

[@ikuma8291]

Hey I had a lifter ticking noise from one valve on a v70 t5 2001 model I recently got for "cheap". I thought it had the lifters with springs in it, but its non springed lifters or "cups". one of them has gone really bad and the intake camshaft is really roundeded at that valve. I need a new intake camshaft and cups. but I cant see any markings on the cups, and I see no way to check the valve clearance with the vavle cover mounted. so how can I know what dimension my lifter cup needs? reason for the wear is the oil passages where clogged.

[@RobertDIY]

If you don't know how to adjust the valves on that car you should probably just get a head rebuilt from somewhere.

[@RobertDIY]

If there is sludge in the engine I would just replace it.

[@leiffischer4126]

how you snug the bolts from the cover down?i didnt get it really, so you have all bolts in , and then you start loosen them up from the middle?and do it all again ?i have fear breaking the headcover.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@leiffischer4126]

awesome , Thank you !

[@christophermiller1394]

Awesome! We are looking at pulling the head on our 96 R, but it is mainly for lifter noise. Do you have a recommendation on higher quality parts?

[@RobertDIY]

I do not.

[@freddiewatkins2159]

Got a 98 volvo v70 t5 I've changed connecting bearings ,hydraulic lifters and still has a tick it's not a knock tick

[@RobertDIY]

post a video of the sound.

[@zanejohanson5324]

Hey Robert I bought a 99 V70R and I think the head might be warped, can I put an XC head on it or will that loose the R performance

[@RobertDIY]

Yes, but there are 2 heads. Not sure if it matters which one you install.

[@zanejohanson5324]

Alrighty, thank you!

[@mikecook7683]

Hey Robert, is the rear cam alignment the same on the 05 2.5T? Redid the cam seals and I’m getting a cam correlation code. Runs drives good, no pings, ticks, knocks… I’ve tried retiming it three times and ever time the the rear of the cams is misaligned I’ve had to twist the exhaust cam 30 ish degrees to line up to the intake to get the locking tool on. Even the first time I did it it was off, but there were no codes before I did the seals. My only thought is the cams themselves ha e shifted and are out of alignment, the cam gears are dead on. Thank you’.

[@mikecook7683]

With crank in TDC

[@RobertDIY]

sounds like you are doing everything wrong.

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[@ronaldsmith5663]

I have rebuilt my Volvo 1999 v70 awd with vvt, head was re-done by a professional when I locked down my cams I used a cam lock tool. My oil pump timing mark was directly on in between the two timing marks in the valley, my two overhead cams were locked when I torqued down the cover, I reset my timing belt & my vvt that I did not touch when removed, the position of the vvt clutch was 1 and a 1/2 to the left, when I placed my timing belt all marks lined up, the crank stayed stable, I turned the crank two full revolutions clockwise, my marks re-aligned correctly. When I started the car it fired, ran for 5 seconds like it was on 1 piston then stalled. I'm going to do a compression test to see if they're all equal, does this mean my valves are okay & can you tell me how to check to see if there is fuel going through the ejectors to the cylinders, I hear my fuel pump working (I did not disconnect the fuel line at all near the intake manifold). Thank you very much, waiting on your reply from a grateful Canadian.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@jamesreynolds1274]

Hello Robert! I dropped and replaced my oil pan on my 04 Volvo S60. My problem is I can't remember where my mounting bolts go. There are 4 long bolts, 3 medium bolts and about 18 short bolts. Do you have a diagram that shows where the bolts go?

[@RobertDIY]

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[@terrancerocksteadymyers1607]

Hello Robert my head gasket messed up and I took it to the shop to fix the head gasket and they told me the head qas warped what do I do from here it's a 2004 s40 2.5 awd turbo?

[@terrancerocksteadymyers1607]

I bought the car from someone not knowing all that was wrong

[@RobertDIY]

Blown head gasket and warped head is the same thing. 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@AgentOtter710]

Hey Robert, I have a question regarding my 2002 Volvo S60. I have to replace the cam cover due to some broken bolts in the VVT solenoid. Would I use the cam locking tool on my naturally aspirated engine?

[@RobertDIY]

Absolutely. Why would you have to replace a cam?

[@RobertDIY]

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[@josgorissen2350]

Hi Robert, i have a question. Have a V40 from 2002 so with NON hydraulic lifters. I drive LPG now for 200.000 km with no problems. 2.0 liter engine 4 cilinder non turbo. If i want to check the valve clearance i need a special tool to clamp the camshaft in the hearing bedding. Do you now the Volvo nummer of the tool? Love your video.s you are a good mechanic

[@RobertDIY]

I do not.

[@kirklandsig8521]

Ya cambie El turno El adaptador, Un sensor, cambie El anticooler, cambie El aceite y Los filtros y tambien Los filtros del aire falta limpiar Los Para tener todo en fuerza. TIMCO TRUCKING.

[@RobertDIY]

Gracias por compartir.

[@dantaniondb]

FANTASTIC video, as always, Robert!! 16 thumbs down? WTF?

[@RobertDIY]

Lazy people not wanting to do the work. lol

[@blueresonantmonkey3188]

Would it be ok to remove cylinder head to clean? I would just need new gaskets right

[@RobertDIY]

If you want to do it again.

[@undrawilliams909]

Hi Robert, I'm having this problem now, I wish you could help me, are you in TN, thanks

[@RobertDIY]

No

[@johnc.donnelly4725]

What is an alternative to a Aerobic sealant can’t find any at auto stores is permatex copper spray hi temp ok

[@RobertDIY]

No, sounds like you need to order some.

[@johnc.donnelly4725]

I did find It at advanced auto working outside cleaning up as much carbon deposits and other etc applied there was another head gasket replaced before as the timing markers were already made I found a great instruction for the timming belt replacement with the exact instruction to setup the timing from FCP if I had the time aI would have went ahead and replaced the valve guide seals but people can’t accept the benefit of taking your time maybe later with the rope trick.

[@johnc.donnelly4725]

I really appreciate yoyr video and instructions and the quick response anazing!!

[@dawnrobbins5877]

If I could do this inside a shaded garage I would attempt it. But I just couldn't bear the hot California sun long enough to get it done, unless I took a month! By then there would be a half cup of sand and dust covering it.

[@RobertDIY]

you have to do it early and cover it with a towel or something.

[@skydever2742]

I just redid the interior of my 2002 v70 and did a new front end strutts calipers control arms breaks break lines I couldn't find a reasonable mechanic I trusted and think I basically ruined my engine due to a faulty water pump and gauge cluster there is oil in my timing cover and when I hit the key it turns over but blew water out the exhaust . Is it worth saving and rebuilding the engine or buying another one? I see where I can buy the whole car in better condition in some places but I worked hard on this car so I wanna keep it.. please help me

[@RobertDIY]

did you loose coolant or something?

[@skydever2742]

@@RobertDIY I'm not entirely sure exactly what happened I've been depressed for 3 days over it input a lot in it and worked extremely hard to pay for it so my kids would enjoy it haven been able to afford a car since 2010 I'm heartbroken

[@RobertDIY]

If it's cheaper to replace the car I guess that would be the wise decision.

[@philhan9643]

Robert, I completed the headgasket replacement and the car won't start any suggestions? Is it normal for the timing mark on the non- spring loaded vvt hub to be in a different position from the other hub after installing the belt and cranking the engine?

[@philhan9643]

What about marks on the timing belt?

[@RobertDIY]

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[@philhan9643]

Robert, I put it together and tried starting it but it wouldn't start. My VVt gear does not have a timing mark, just a scratch someone scratched into it as one. Does it matter how this VVT gear goes on the camshaft?

[@otis277]

Hey brother Robert, does these cam writing apply to all the Volvos? I have a 2001 s40 that blow head gasket but I don’t remember how the cam shafts was set when I first took it off, that’s my only fear of not setting them right please let me know

[@RobertDIY]

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[@RobertDIY]

Oh my. Call if you need to. I have about 40 timing videos so I don't know where you want to go with this.

[@lyndonhicks5715]

Thank you for the information

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@philromer6497]

I need help cuz volvo 2007 v50 2.4 b5244s putting cams back in timing thanks watch a lot of your videos still have know idea thanks

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[@philromer6497]

Robert thanks for taking the time to reply on..This Volvo it doesn’t have a hub thanks appreciate your time

[@81mrlz]

Robert DIY Hi are the camcaver bolts M7?

[@RobertDIY]

I don't know my bolt sizes.

[@fabiodias3538]

Hello my friend, my name is Fabio, i'm from Brazil, this procedure is the same to the volvo 850 20v non turbo? the position of camshaft numbers is the same? thank you and god bless you ** sorry for my english, i'm learning to speak

[@RobertDIY]

Yes

[@ELPATRON839]

I wish you were in california,man great video .

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@Passportsandprofits]

Excuse the stupid question but I’m a novice. My spark plug ignition coil bolt was stripped when doing a spark plug change. I can’t get the remaining part of the bolt out so can I simply replace the engine cover or do I need to replace the head gasket etc?

[@RobertDIY]

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

[@Passportsandprofits]

@@RobertDIY sorry I have a 2013 s60

[@RobertDIY]

I really would not worry about it. You can stick a slightly larger wood screw in there, use an extractor to get the broken bolt out (you said stripped and broken so I don't know which you are dealing with) or you can install a time sert which is what I would probably do.

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[@juliendevnew6085]

Hi robert, my 850 t5r is having a ticking/clicking sound coming from the top of the motor. Should I go ahead and buy a whole new lifter set? Have you ever heard of it being because of some oil pan seals? You seem very experienced with these cars and I would very much appreciate your opinion. I am going to be doing a headgasket/pcv/timing belt replacement coming up this week and I'm wondering if i should put it all back together and see if the clicking persists before replacing any lifters. Thank you for any info and opinion you can share with me :)

[@RobertDIY]

I have heard some say that oil pan seals cause lifter tick. I would check oil pressure before I drop the oil pan. The older 850's have older style lifters that are prone to failure. You can get newer lifters, I would get them made for '98 cars. New or used should be fine.

[@silviovalencia5174]

Robert thank you for your videos, i am a retire person from the car industry yet found a 97 850 SW and started restoring as best a could did a complete sustention and is ready to a full paint job to me is a matter of joy yet the engine with a compression even of 210 your recommended test for head failure did not pass any other advise apart of the emission test??

[@RobertDIY]

I don't understand what you are saying.

[@Waltazhaar]

The number on the distributor cap does not correspond to the cylinder number, but to the firing order. :)

[@RobertDIY]

Cylinder numbers.

[@bigwaves2824]

good video im working on a s40 this week

[@RobertDIY]

What year S40?

[@bigwaves2824]

@@RobertDIY 2006

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[@bigwaves2824]

@@RobertDIY thanks for video / one of the cam wheels is solid with a torx connection in middle u know what size that would be it looks pretty big