Is the timing belt on my Volvo S80 changed?
Doesn’t look like the timing belt has been changed as its not mentioned on the service history and the engine looks remarkably untouched around that area (though its admittedly hard to tell for someone as mechanically clueless as me). Does anyone know at what mileage I should have the belt changed?
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What kind of timing tool do I need for Volvo S40?
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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 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’s the best way to clean a Volvo S80?
If you own a 2007-2010 Volvo S80 or 2005-2011 Volvo XC90 equipped with the B8444S, do yourself and your wallet a favor and be careful cleaning the engine bay. Don’t use a hose under the hood; instead, wipe down the engine cover with a damp microfiber and never spray water directly at the engine or accessory components.