How to Remove the Intake manifold Volvo 3.2L engine SI6 LR2 

I just had my alternator replaced in my 2012 Volvo XC60 3.2 non turbo. This was a great video. Excellent explanation and video close ups. No crappy music in the background. Again we’ll done kudos to you sir. Thank you.

Such a good video with great detail. People sometimes forget the effort it takes to convey this information...good job young man. Thank you and looking forward to more time permitting.

You have been an absolute godsend! Had a blown head gasket in a 2007 freelander 2. Cheapest quote I got was $8000. Did it all myself with your help. Fantastic videos. Keep doing what you're doing

I used this video when replacing a leaking coolant hose. Reading through some of the comments, I notice how you provide help to us DIY’ers. Thanks for taking the time to make our lives a little easier and less costly.

Amazing information, very well explained and articulated videos, your videos have help me immensely; I am in the process of finishing a cylinder head complete job on my Volvo XC90 3.2l, without the related videos of DIY I would had been at lost and junk my car. Thank you, continue the great work of sharing your knowledge.

This video was very useful. Not to many videos about how to work on a Volvo out there. Plz make more videos. As a new Volvo owner I have a lot to learn about my 2010 t6 Xc60 and I find your videos to be very helpful. Thanks a million

Fantastic video. Really on point and helpful. I had a 10mm rod that worked perfectly to send the inserts home. Thanks for putting this together

Just want to say thanks for these 2 videos. I followed them both to replace the alternator on a s80 with same engine. The manifold was a bit tricky to take out and put back in but after much fiddling its all back together and running again. What failed on my car was the alternator pulley clutch was locked up and not free spinning so it backed that pulley bolt out. Thanks again I followed these 2 videos exactly and car is good for another 160k hopefully. sub'd

I’ve been looking for a vid to help replace the MAP sensor for my 08 LR2. This is the most helpful one I’ve found

Best video on this topic I have seen! Thanks as always for detailed explanations. Super helpful, very practical and informative! Absolutely love all your videos. Thanks again!

You just saved me alot of guess work with this video and the video of you rolling the alternator coupling with a pry bar. Saved me a ton of time.

Answered my question here about the gaskets, I asked on your other video. Much appreciated for posting these. Going to tackle this as soon as my auto parts store gets an alternator in stock.

Excellent video and very timely (for me). Your calming manner and voice is a welcome change from many of the hyped up YT posters.

Thank you for making this video. You are a good instructor. Very detailed.

Such a great step by step detailed video, thanks for tutoring! ❤

Just a minor point to remove the dip-stick so as not to break off the top. Other than that...great job explain the finer points of intake manifold removal on the 3.2 motor.

Subscribed, and thanks! Gna try and get into this this weekend to replace the oil cooler but it’s so COLD!!

That was a good video, because I needed to know how to remove the intake to change the engine temperature sensor although I’ve been told some people are able to do it without removing the manifold

Great video. You show everything and explain well.

You make it look easy. Great work.

Helped me chaning the alternator! thanks!

Thanks, just about to do this job tomorrow to replace my alternator.

Saved me hundreds of pounds.. Thanks so much for your post. 👍

Appreciate this video ❤ us s80 owners thank you 🙏

Excellent tutorial video. thanks for posting.🤩

I really enjoyed the video on replacing the alternator. Hope you will do a video on electronic parking brakes from start to finishing.Thank you very much.

Great video. Thank you very much

Sweet thanks alot man. Ur the best. I'll let u know how I come out

A great detailed video!!!

Hey. Thank you for taking the time to film this. I just got an '08 XC70 for my wife (her last car was a v60 and it likely saved her from some serious injuries when she got t-boned). Anyway, it's got a hell of a vacuum leak on banks 1 & 2, and it doesn't seem to be on the upper portion of the manifold or immediately behind the MAS.... Regardless, your video has already been super helpful in regards to detailing what's out of my sight and I'm excited to get underneath the vehicle now - again, thank you - I don't feel like I'm flying blind, now. You don't suck!

very educative. thank you regards

Doing gods work thank you

Very helpful thanks alot keep the good work

Thank you!

Love your videos. I appreciate the work you do. I am interested in purchasing the air intake gaskets. You mentioned that it would be a good idea to have the gaskets ready bcs they dry up from the oil burning.

Thanks for noting the LR2 applicability of this video. I find it annoying when Volvo specialist shops refuse to work on my 2012 LR2 3.2 engine and just refer me to the land rover dealer. I guess they have their reasons. :(

Great video. Through.

Love your videos, they are pure gold. Quick question. Did you clean the intake openings with anything before putting it back? What did you use, if so?

Very good video my brother the best

Great video thank you. You gave me the information need to get to my car thermostat. 👍 Do you have any videos on waterpump replacement on the same engine?

Make sure your engine is cold when you pull the bleeder hose off. I just got a pretty bad burn by making that mistake.

Thanks

Gracias!!!

What a weird engine setup. Great tutorial. Seems like a pain in the ass, but doable.

Great Video, do you think you can undo the exhaust manifold bolts then slide the head off forward?, leaving the ext manifold in place, I need to remove the head.

Thanks for this detailed video. Am trying to replace my intake gaskets. I want to know if if can get some if the gaskets to buy from you buy.

Thanks for these great videos! I have a 2012 XC60 that I've owned for 2 years. Have you done a video on change the fuel filter? All the videos online for a for the diesel and I have the 3.2. and it's in a different location.

Hi, thanks for the video. I removed the bleeder hose and spilled coolant inside the manifold. After reasembly i noticed white smoke. Is it safe to say the coolant will evaporate? Thanks

Thank you so much for the great videos. Very helpful. Quick question: Can the thermostat housing be replaced WITHOUT removing the intake manifold? It seems a bit accessible (2007 XC90 3.2 liter). Thanks again

Well put together video. Do you know where I can buy the retainer clip for the coolant sensor? Besides the dealer?

Your video is very informative. I drove over a deep area of water during the heavy rains we had here in NY and my car stalled after driving a mile or so. I had it towed to my home and I removed the intake filter which was saturated with water and shredded. Now when I turn my car on it shut off. I am thinking some of the filter might have got into intake and clogged the throttle. I would like to know your opinion on my stituation

Hey great info I've used ur video for great resource and help on how to do Certain things on my volvo xc90 3.2l thx for that But I have a question I took off the Intake manifold to rebuild the alternator when I put it back together I did not replace the intake seals they weren't that bad but I realized after I was finished it started running rich so I bought new sales I put them in and now it barely idols I wonder if there's a leak or something I missed somewhere engine code says it's the map Sensor bad But I don't think it's that I checked the manifold seals to make sure they were seated correctly any Suggestions

Thanks for the excellent video @the volvo Guy, what are your thoughts on running CRC direct injection cleaner on the 3.2L volvo/lr2 engine?

Hi I definitely need some of those intake gasket or rubber garments for a 2007 xc90 volvo 3.2 v6

Can you please do a video or how to remove the radiator I would really appreciate it, thanks 🙏🏽

Can you do a video on replacing all the rear end suspension components? I have a 09 XC90 SI6/ P2 Chassis. Jeff

Thanks for the video. I was able to remove the intake. But one connector lock mechanism broke. The one you reached from bottom. There is no place to zip tie it. Do I need new connecor? Where can I buy it? Thanks

Thanks for sharing the vdo. I’m almost done removing the intake manifold except for one connector sitting at the bottom left of the manifold below the dipstick. How do I disconnect that one? There is no clip to push on the side. Thanks. Paul

Can you do a video on replacing the thermostat on a 3.2

Excellent video. Thanks for posting. I have a '13 XC60 with the T6 (3.0L) engine. Volvo replaced the bottom end of the engine in 2018 to rectify an issue with the timing chain system. At the time, they also replaced the accessory belt and associated pulleys. It seems that one of the pulleys is now failing because I can now hear a squealing noise coming from that area of the engine. I'm having a tough time finding any DYI instructional info on how to replace the belt/pulleys/water pump on this engine. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Great video...just purchased a land rovet LR2 with a volvo engine...does not start and diagnostics says throttle body not working...will replace but do I have to remove intake?

OK. I have a 2008 LR2 and the intake manifold cant get past the overflow bleeder valve (see 3:35) I see you put a light blue cap to protect yours. What is this? The LR2 looks like it can be removed with a hex key. I was hoping it could be removed...what am I missing?

Hi great video. 2013 xc60 3.2 has a terrible rattle when cold that sounds like it's coming from the intake area. Could it be something to do with the throttle? Any ideas are greatly appreciated.

Thank you I guess it's about same procedure to get the throttle board out for cleaning/servicing Or can it be done solely without removing the manifold system?

Good video. I just picked up a 2011 xc60 with the 3.2 that makes a terrible squealing sound from pass side rear of the engine at start and on acceleration until warm. Any idea what It could be? I see some sort of belt driven pump with a steel line that has 2 connections onthe rear of the block under the exhaust manifold. Could that be it and what is it? Vacuum pump? Also have a slipping transmission but do not want to chase that until I figure out the noise! Any help is appreciated!

I am about to try and fix the charging problem (high voltage warning) on a 2007 XC90 3.2L AWD. I've tried to research that model and it looks like the intake removal will be similar to what you show here. Does that sound right? If I do this, would a Bosch alternator work as a replacement, instead of the really expensive Volvo part? Also, I don't know if it's 150 amp, or 180 alternator? Thanks for any help you can offer. Outstanding video, you are a master at conveying information on this process!

Thank you for this video. Is it possible to remove the throttle body without removing the intake on the 3.2 non turbo engine?

I’m currently in the process of removing the intake manifold on my LandRover LR2. Same engine as your Volvo however spacing under the hood seems a bit tighter on the LR2. Looks like we have the same engine mount beside the coolant reservoir too. I removed the mount but now I’m unsure how to push the engine back so I can have enough space to pull out the intake manifold. Any suggestions? I’m really trying to avoid removing coolant/power steering lines I’m at 315,000km and plan on replacing the engine mount arm, alternator, possibly the idler pulley/tensioner, water pump, and power steering pump as well. Since you have to remove half the fricken engine for one part. I figure to get it all done while I’m down there. Any advice on tilting the engine towards the cab would be very helpful for me as I haven’t found a video showing this step. Thanks your vid is super helpful.

If I have wanted to clean my throttlebody on my 2011, Volvo XC 60 would I need to remove the intake or can I just remove the throttlebody from underneath the car

Great video. I'm replacing the alternator on my 2014 XC60 3.2, just like in the video. I'm stuck on getting the last two sensors to be removed, the one on the left passenger side that can be gotten from the bottom side. At the 6:25 mark, you say to push the lever down and you will hear a click then pull back the connector back. The connector goes off screen so I can't see the "lever" and I'm not seeing anything that looks like a lever. Any help here would be appreciated. The other is the throttle body sensor. I seem to have better access from the bottom since there's a plate bracket in the way from the top . I can't get the coolant hose over the throttle body but after removing the bottom two manifold bolts I have a little more wiggle room to just get my hand in there. I've squeezed the tab on the block side but don't get the click so I can't wiggle the connector off. Any tips here? I already watched the alternator video which looks to be huge time saver, especially the trick for the dowel pins. Once I get the alternator removed, the parts store needs the part number so they can tell if it's 150 or 180 amp.

Hi I removed and reinstalled the intake to do an alternator job and now have "reduced engine performance" and getting Throttle Control errors P2106 / P1589. The connector went on fine so I will have to remove everything and re-check that. I wiped inside the throttle control and gently pushed open the valve to clean around the area. Could doing that have possibly damaged something?

Good afternoon Volvo guy. I have a 2011 xc60 Volvo and I was very impressed with your video on removing intake to replace alternator. I did a multimeter test with everything on in car and I got a reading that fluctuated between13.90 to 14.90 and the battery checks out good. However, after the car is not driving for a week I get a low battery light. The battery looks like it is the original battery. I also took my car to the he local Auto zone and another car parts store and they tested both battery and alternator. Was told by both the battery is good and alternator is bad. Is it possible that on my 2011 Volvo that there was a a build in sensor that will show alternator as being bad if battery has a bad cell in it.

I need to change the alt on a 2008 xc90 3.2l. And check the bolt . What’s the best deal on the gaskets for the intake ?

What is the coolant hose below the manifold?

How do you remove the hose from the other side of where you removed the evap connector? This was the hose that you moved to get access to the throttle body clip. On my 08 XC70, the other end of that hose is connected to the other side of the throttle body. In the video, it is already disconnected, when you remove the entire intake assy. NEVER MIND: I now see that removing that one clip allows the whole assy to come out in one piece. Working shade tree style over here in the sleet and rain!

I found those intake gaskets at RMeuropean in Norcross GA. for 6 at $2.21ea for a total of $25.34 including $9.99 in shipping.

please let me know what's torque of the bolt for the loosing one holding for alternator belt. Thank you so much.

Thank you for very helpful video. Recently I got 2008 xc70. But I had some problem removing fuel rail and fuel injector. There is no connector between rail and fuel line. So I don’t know how to disconnect it. And another problem is that injectors seem to be stucked in there so they won’t come off. I am DIY mechanic. I need your help. Thanks.

Thank You for this video. If you see this... Is it necessary to remove the manifold to replace the alternator (or just do serpentine/pulley replacement) ? -

Do you still sell the intrake gaskets? I have a 3.3 I6...2009 XC90 with 240K miles

Hey I’m having some issues with our 2007 xc90! Please help. It’s the 3.2 Liter Non-turbo. I’ve replaced the alternator decoupled pulley and coupler belt, also the thermostat, in the process , obviously I had to remove air intake, well I did not know until later that I should have replaced the intake gaskets! Now it has gone into limp mode , I’m assuming it’s detected an air leak in manifold gaskets somewhere. Idles real rough and will not go above 2,000 rpm. Am I correct in my assumption in what’s going on?? It idled and ran correctly before and I know I did everything correctly w the exception of replacing manifold gaskets. Ik this is a lot of info but I’m trying to give all details. All of this started bc of a loud pulley/bearing noise coming from engine. I’ve replaced....idler pulley, water pump, alternator coupler pulley and coupler belt, also thermostat just bc I was there, but the whining,bearing noise is still there but more of a whining now. The water pump was worn, the alternator coupler bearing was also throwing grease out, plus idler pulley was bad, I really am stumped now. Could it possibly be this big PCV valve/plastic cover on top of the engine making all this noise, the whining? One mechanic told me water pump, then he said alternator coupler, well ive eliminated all that, what else could I be missing here. Obviously this Volvo was neglected on service on these parts and was just traded in at 115,000 mi. And unfortunately bought by my better half bc she “really liked it”. Lol ahhhhhh. Any thoughts?

great video man is there any way you can advise me aliitle on replacing the Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor on a LR2 it looks like the same engine you are working on is it necessary to remove the fuel rail to replace the sensor or can you do it without removing the rail any help you be great thanks

I’m really surprised at how much that engine looks like my sons 2008 Land Rover LR2. Has lots of the same looking parts & everything. By the way great video you make it look so easy. Anyways do you k ow where the thermostat is on his Land Rover?

Can you please do a detailed video on removing the front and rear hub assemblies for my 2017 VOLVO XC60 T-6 R-design? It was raining when I drove to Mississippi for my brothers funeral and I was only doing 25 mph and hit a pot hole that slightly bent my wheels on the right/passenger side. I hear a grinding noise since then. I’m back in New Mexico and the VOLVO dealer says all looks great but the driving sensation isn’t the same. Before this the VOLVO felt free and power was smooth and quiet. Now, all I hear is grinding from the front and rear hub assemblies. It’s a faint grinding noise. Before there was no noise. Just a smooth, quiet ride. Jose Duran Jr. PO Box 2807 Espanola. N. M. 87532

Great video after replacing all intake gaskets and everything and putting back together. I drove it for 60 miles and the lights came on saying that there was a leak in the intake manifold throttle body or maf sensor fault. I've redone the intakes checked the mass air flow sensor all responding perfectly On scan tool But well driving will suddenly losses all power have to get off the gas pedal for it to stop I can drive about a mile more an it well start doing it a again any Any idea what may cause it

2011 XC90 3.2… replaced headers, cats, sensors, smoke tested and starter fluid tested all around manifold no leaks. Replaced mass air flow. No issue w oil trap (tried that fix too) Still running rough and popping immediate 171 and 174… Any thoughts?

I have been watching your videos and found them very informative, but have yet to find one on replacing the injectors in a 3.2L Volvo Engine. I have a 2012 Land Rover LR2 with a 3.2L Volvo, Can the injectors be replaced without removing the intake and are there any special tools required?

What should I pay attention in order to remove the intake pipe, after I loosened the screw ring? Thank you!

Awesome video! Looked very easy an decided to fix 2007 XC90 myself. Now I’m stuck SMH. Bottom two bolts are removed. The top clamp of the intake hose loosened and hose came off. However, the bottom part of the hose is not coming off. Any ideas of what I may be missing? Also, fluid will not stop coming out when removing bleeder hose. Appreciate your help.

Hi'...is it necessary to add adhesive to the manifold after replacing new gaskets ?

Do you know where the booster pressure sensor/air tank pressure sensor is I have a 06 XC90 2.5 5T I have part on the way and my code scanner saying that’s what the problem is

Which tool can I use to remove the intake on the bottom? It’s very hard to get to it without a tool. I have a flexible extender bit holder but still having trouble.

How in the world did you get those connectors off? I’m fighting to get this intake out on my LR2. It’s getting stuck between the fuel rail and fan just an all around PITA. The Volvo looks like it has more room I can’t get my hand under the intake from above having to do it all from below. The Land Rover service manual shows everything done exactly as you did here

Volvoguy do the new intake gaskets require any type of lubricant.

Thanks for the Vid. The gaskets are expensive. I found Victor Reinz gaskets for $18.00 each. Do you recommend any Brand? I’m trying not to spend $30.00 if I do not have to but I want quality gaskets. Thanks for your time.

Hey Volvo guy, I just tore it all down, replaced the alternator and put it all back together. I started it up and it sputtered and died. Sounds like it was choking itself. I started it again and it started up and did the same thing. Any idea on where to start?

hey when i removed the bleeder valve coolant started coming out of the line do you know what this means?

Do you know the Part Number for the isolator grommet that you dropped? I'm missing one and can't find it in any parts catalog.

So the throttle body doesn't need reprogramming after disconnecting?

If the screw is backed out do you have to buy a new gear or can you just replace the old one and what is the special tool to replace it