Do you need a timing belt on a Volvo S80?
Both the 2.8 liter and 2.9 liter are interference engines so you’re overdue for a timing belt. Volvos are expensive to keep going so budget appropriately. Shop around for quotes, you don’t need the dealer.
What is the interval for the timing belt?
Generally cars have like 7 year/70K miles change interval. I don’t know for sure what your interval is, but I’d bet it’s similar. The timing belt controls the valves in your engine, among other things.
What kind of problems does the Volvo S80 have?
At first, the S80 was a bit of a service/maintenance problem. Nothing major, just nagging trips to the dealer for this or that. But once I inherited it from my wife and now drive it myself it has developed into a pain-free and reliable means of transportation. I intend to drive it as long as I can.
What is the engine code of a Volvo?
Engine Code/MY Engine Version Replacement Mileage Vehicle and Regulatory Description Notes 59 B5254T2 120,000 miles / 10 years w tensioner & idler pulley 61 B5244S 105,000 miles / 10 years w tensioner 62 B5234T9 105,000 miles / 10 years w tensioner 63 B5244T7 105]
When is it time to replace the timing belt?
Yep, it’s time to replace the timing belt. Generally cars have like 7 year/70K miles change interval. I don’t know for sure what your interval is, but I’d bet it’s similar. The timing belt controls the valves in your engine, among other things. If the belt breaks, the engine will not run.
What kind of engine does the new Volvo S80 have?
The new S80 features a new 3.2-litre straight-six engine or 4.4-litre V8 engine, in combination with available four-wheel drive.
What kind of safety rating does the Volvo S80 have?
It has an estate version, the third generation of the Volvo V70. In June 2007, the S80 scored the highest “good” rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crash test performance for frontal, side, and rear impacts, earning it the IIHS Top Safety Pick.
What kind of wipeers does the 2013 Volvo S80 have?
The 2013 Volvo S80 now features standard headlight washers, rain sensing wipers, and push button start ignition. The Premium Plus edition adds xenon headlamps.