When to replace the Spark Plug on your VOLVO V70
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 3 year / 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VOLVO V70 II (285) T5, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 T, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.4 T AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 T AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 T, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.3 AWD, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.3, VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 AWD View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change spark plug on VOLVO V70 2 (SW) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – Volvo V70 SW. Tools you need:
Electronic spray
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Drive socket # 7
Drive socket # 10
Torx bit T20
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – Volvo V70 SW. AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – Volvo V70 SW. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the engine cover.
    Replacement: spark plugs – Volvo V70 SW. Tip:
    Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.
  5. Step 5
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    Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils.
  6. Step 6
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    Disconnect the air intake pipe fastening. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 7
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    Detach the air intake hose clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the air intake pipe.
  9. Step 9
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use a drive socket #10.
  11. Step 11
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    Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
    Replacement: spark plugs – Volvo V70 SW. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  12. Step 12
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  13. Step 13
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 14
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    Take out the spark plugs.
  15. Step 15
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    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.
  16. Step 16
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
  17. Step 17
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    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 V70 SW. 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.
  18. Step 18
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    Treat the ignition coil tips. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  19. Step 19
    Changing Spark Plug on VOLVO V70 II (285) 2.5 T 2002 by yourself
    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 V70 SW. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Follow the installation sequence.
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