1998 S70 GLT HEAD GASKET LEAK

Sons car (160,xxx m.) has developed a head gasket leak. Special tools ? Good mechanic or Volvo specialist ? Cost ? Thanks.

Reply to
Ray Fehrenbacher
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This is a tricky job - there is a special tool that is needed to lift the upper half of the head off. If it's not lifted straight up, then the shoulder at one end will crack off. This same tool is used to push the upper half of the head back down, but at least this is possible with careful tightening of the bolts. Also, there is no gasket between the upper and lower halves, so a special sealant is applied with a roller, similar to a paint roller. If you put too much on, oil passages are blocked. If you use too little, then you get oil leaks.

This job is best left to someone who's experienced.

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Mike F

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