When should you change the timing belt on a Volvo S40?
Volvo recommend changing the belt at 80,000 miles or 8 years on my 1.6, it’s similar for the other engines. Personally I’d rather change it sooner, only because if it does go, you’d be faced with a wrecked engine! 72,000 miles would be a good time.
How much does it cost to replace a timing belt on a Volvo S40?
The average cost for a Volvo S40 timing belt replacement is between $694 and $830. Labor costs are estimated between $312 and $394 while parts are priced between $382 and $436.
Do Volvos have timing belts or chains?
The majority of the Volvo models will use a timing belt but some of the newer Volvo engines utilize a timing chain.
When do you replace timing belt on Volvo?
This bulletin contains information relating to the timing belt replacement interval for model year 1999 to model year 2015 Volvo vehicles. Continue on to the next page to see the interval listing base on year, engine and model beginning with model year 2015 and continuing down to model year 1999. Page 2 of 8 2014-01-15
How often should I Change my cam belt?
The Volvo service sheet advises cam belt change at something like 140,000, or 10 years. My independent Volvo service agent reports no probs, as the belt is very substantial. It does seem a lot of miles though; what is your view?
When to replace timing belt on VW Passat?
If an engine is equipped with a timing belt, the timing belt must be replaced at the service interval specified by the vehicle manufacturer regardless of whether or not any problem is visible, typically in the range of 60,000 to 90,000 miles. Your vehicle owner’s manual should state the specific service interval.
How often should I change the oil in my Volvo S40?
Check and adjust the antifreeze/corrosion protection Egnine coolant 11. Replace the Air cleaner (ACL) passenger compartment air filter 12. Reset the service reminder indicator to zero. 1. Replace the brakes oil fluid Additionally every three years or 60.000 kms / 37.500 miles, you should: 1.