Volvo Penta — Cylinder head, removing

Repair & overhaul

From a Volvo Penta service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. Turn off power and check no current supplied.
2. Remove air cleaner and turbocharger clamp.
3. Remove charge air pipes as applicable (TAD/TWD).
4. Remove rear protective plate and front heat shield.
5. Remove oil pipes from turbocharger.
6. Remove exhaust manifold.
7. Remove thermostat housing and thermostat.
8. Remove water pipe and overflow valve.
9. Remove sensors and inlet manifold.
10. Remove radiator assembly.
11. Remove valve cover.
12. Fit turning tool 9993590 and rotate to TDC cylinder 1.
13. Remove camshaft gear, upper timing cover, camshaft, rocker arm bridge.
14. Remove unit injectors one at a time.
15. Remove cylinder head bolts and lift away cylinder head.

Source: Volvo Penta service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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