What kind of spark plugs do I need for my Volvo T5 V50?
On my Volvo T5 V50, which is completely stock, I opted for NGK Iridium spark plugs in the same temperature range as the Volvo plugs. When purchasing any aftermarket brand plugs, be prepared to gap them prior to install. While most Volvo plugs come pre-gapped, it is always worthwhile to double check spark plug gap.
How to change spark plugs on Volvo S70?
Get the various tools and spark plugs assembled and make sure you’ve got everything you need laid out. There is nothing time sensitive about this, so take your time. Use the Torx bit to remove the six bolts as shown below. Then remove the black cover. This is what the head looks like with the black cover off. You can see the five plugs.
What to do if your Volvo doesn’t start?
Even after you add fuel, your Volvo may not start. To get the car started, you may have to crank the engine quite a few times. Don’t crank the engine for more than 3 to 4 seconds at a time. Make sure to wait a couple of minutes between cranks. Volvo won’t start after an accident. Your Volvo may not start after an accident.
What should the gap be on a Volvo spark plug?
While most Volvo plugs come pre-gapped, it is always worthwhile to double check spark plug gap. Gapping the plugs requires adjusting the gap between the electrode and the ground to the specified range for your vehicle. A simple spark plug gap tool can be purchased from FCP Euro. Volvo recommends a gap of .026-.028 inches.
When to replace the spark plugs in a Volvo?
If fuel economy starts to decrease, the vehicle looses a bit of peppiness, or you get the occasional misfire, it is definitely time to replace the spark plugs. Volvo suggests replacing the spark plugs every 60 thousand miles.
How do you replace a tensioner on a Volvo S60?
Now, route in the new tensioner up through the front passenger wheel well and set it into place. From up top, thread in the top tensioner bolt. Route the new belt onto the pulleys using the method shown in the below video. All other steps are the reverse of the removal steps indicated above.
Do you need to replace the serpentine belt on a Volvo S60?
Replacing the Serpentine Belt and & Tensioner on a P2 chassis Volvo S60 is an easy job to complete requiring about an hour of your time and a little bit of patience. Typically this repair is required because of two main reasons: