How to change spark plugs on VOLVO S60 I (384) – replacement guide
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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- The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
- Step 1
Open the hood.
Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3
Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 4

Remove the engine cover.
Replacement: spark plugs – VOLVO S60 I. Tip:Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.
- Step 5

Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils.
- Step 6

Disconnect the air intake pipe fastening. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 7

Detach the air intake hose clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8

Remove the air intake pipe.
- Step 9

Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
- Step 10

Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use a drive socket #10.
- Step 11

Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
Replacement: spark plugs – VOLVO S60 I. AUTODOC experts recommend:Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
- Step 12

Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
- Step 13

Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 14

Take out the spark plugs.
- Step 15

Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs. Treat the surface of the terminals of the new spark plugs. Use high-temperature grease.
- Step 16

Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
- Step 17

Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 27 nm torque.
Replacement: spark plugs – VOLVO S60 I. Tip from AUTODOC experts:Don't tighten the plugs with excessive force. Exceeding tightening torque can damage the thread connection. Be careful when working with a spark plug wrench. Its skewing can cause damage to the threaded connection.
- Step 18

Treat the ignition coil tips. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 19

Install the ignition coils to the spark plug wells. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Replacement: spark plugs – VOLVO S60 I. Tip from AUTODOC:Follow the installation sequence.
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