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How to change the spark plugs on a 2000 Volvo S40 S40-V40 2000

I've got the spark plugs, and I think I see how to do it, but I'd love to hear from some people who actually know what they're doing first. I've taken out the two screws that hold the metal piece over the spark plugs in place, and I've removed the plastic cover to the right of the piece of metal. As far as I can see, the piece of metal over the spark plugs is attached to them somehow, but I'm not just going to put my feet on the bumper and start yanking - not yet, anyway. If anyone knows how to do this or can point me to an online guide I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks,
Harold Williams








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How to change the spark plugs on a 2000 Volvo S40 S40-V40 2000

Harold,

Did you ever figure this out? I know it was some time ago but I'm in exactly in the same position with this plastic cover in my hand wondering whether to yank on this metal cover over the top of the spark plugs or not. Would love to hear the next step before I do something foolish!

Rusty








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How to change the spark plugs on a 2000 Volvo S40 S40-V40 2000

I changed my plugs last summer. As I recall, you need to take off the plastic covers using a torx socket. Don't mistake the fuel injectors for the spark plugs. Each spark plug has a small coil on top of it. They need to be removed.
Just follow your spark plug wires and do one plug at a time. Remember to gap the plugs and to use anti-seize on the threads. Don't force anything. If the plugs won't come out easily, spray some PB Blaster down the hole and give it some time to work. Good luck and let us know how it works out.
Jerry







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