Removal and Replacement

Replacing the coolant pump

Note! As the illustrations in the information are used for different model years and / or models, certain variations may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removing the coolant pump





Note! Remove the ignition key.

Remove the expansion tank cap.
Position a container under engine drain cock. Drain the engine coolant. Avoid skin contact with the coolant.
Transfer the container to the radiator draining tap. Drain off the remaining coolant.
Close the nipples.

Position the engine according to the marking




Remove the servo reservoir and the expansion tank. Place them on top of engine.

Caution! Ensure that no power steering fluid is spilled. It is extremely flammable!

Remove the auxiliaries belt.
Remove the front camshaft belt cover.
Raise the car.

Remove:
- the right front wheel.
- the nuts for the cover in the right fender liner.
Turn the crankshaft clockwise until the markings on the crankshaft and camshaft pulley correspond.
Turn the crankshaft a further 1/4 of a turn clockwise, then back counter-clockwise until the markings correspond.
Remove the upper camshaft belt cover.

Removing the timing belt




Slacken off the belt tensioner.
Slacken off the belt tensioner center screw slightly.
Hold the center screw still and turn the tensioner eccentric clockwise with a 6 mm (15/64") Allen key to "10 o'clock".
Unhook the camshaft belt

Remove the coolant pump





Remove the screws
- Tap the pump wheel with the shaft of a hammer and remove the pump.
- Clean the gasket faces thoroughly.

Replace the coolant pump





Install:
- a new gasket.
- a new pump.
Tighten the screws crosswise to 17 Nm (12 lb.ft) .

Installing the camshaft belt





Install the belt in the following order:
- 1. crankshaft.
- 2. idler pulley.
- 3. intake camshaft pulley.
- 4. exhaust camshaft pulley.
- 5. water pump.
- 6. belt tensioner.

Tension the timing belt




This adjustment is to be made with a cold engine.
A suitable temperature is approximately 20°C/68°F.
At a higher temperature, for example with a warm engine or a higher ambient temperature, the needle is further to the right.
The illustration shows the indicator position when adjusting the camshaft belt tensioner at different engine temperatures.





Tension the timing belt as follows
- Carefully turn the crankshaft clockwise until the camshaft belt is tensioned.
The belt should be tight between intake camshaft pulley, the idler pulley and the crankshaft.
- Hold the belt tensioner center screw secure and turn the belt tensioner eccentric counter-clockwise until the tensioner indicator passes the marked position.
Then turn the eccentric back so that the indicator reaches the marked position in the center of the window.
- Hold the eccentric secure and tighten the center screw to 20 Nm (15 lb.ft) .
Check that the indicator is in the correct position.

Check





Checking markings:
- press the belt to check that the indicator on the tensioner moves easily.
- install the upper timing belt cover.
- turn the crankshaft 2 turns and check that the markings on the crankshaft and camshaft pulley correspond.
- also check that the indicator on the belt tensioner is within the marked area.

Reinstall





Reinstall the removed components:
- Upper timing belt cover.
Tighten to 8 Nm (6 lb.ft) .
- Front timing belt cover.
Tighten to 12 Nm (8.8 lb.ft) .
- Install the auxiliaries belt.
- Reinstall the servo reservoir and the expansion tank.
- Ensure that the hoses are correctly positioned.
- The cover in the fender liner.
- The wheel according to Installing wheels Removal and Replacement.
Fill the cooling system with Volvo original coolant.
Wipe clean and check the engine compartment.

Checking work

Function test
- Start the engine and run it until the thermostat opens.
- Top up the cooling system if necessary.
Check for leaks.
Wipe the steering wheel and gear selector lever clean.