S40 L5-2.4L VIN 38 B5244S4 (2004)
Variable Valve Timing Actuator: Service and Repair
Camshaft Seal/Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Unit, Replacing
Camshaft seal/variable valve timing (VVT) unit, replacing
Special tools: 999 7103 999 5185 999 5433, 999 5452, 999 5651, 999 5718, 999 5719, 999 7109
Note: The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential
information in the illustrations is always correct.
Preparatory work
Removing components
Note: Crankshaft and camshafts must not be turned more than is stated in the method description. If the shafts are turned in any other way the valves
may be damaged. Disconnect the battery negative lead. See: Note when disconnecting/connecting the battery lead.
Remove the air cleaner (ACL) module. See: Air cleaner (ACL) module, replacing.
Removal
Removing upper intake manifold
Caution: Seal the openings in the lower part of the intake manifold. Use tape or similar.
Remove:
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the 6 screws for the upper intake manifold, closest to the front cover plate, and the 2 screws against the firewall
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the EVAP canister hose on the intake manifold
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the brake vacuum pipe. Press in the red catch. Pull out the pipe. Disconnect the throttle body (TB) connector and the pressure sensor on the intake
manifold. Cut the tie strap. Lift up the intake manifold and put it to one side.
Removing components from the rear edge of the engine
Remove:
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the 2 screws for the lifting eyelet at the rear edge of the cylinder head
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the screw for the clamp for the fuel pressure pipe in the lifting eyelet. Unhook the evaporative emission system (EVAP) valve from the lifting eye.
Disconnect the connector for the heated oxygen sensors (HO2S). Move the lifting eyelet to one side.
Removing the rotor on the camshaft
