It is important that you change the timing belt (also called a cambelt) in time on your Volvo C30. On this page you will find more information about the timing belt replacement intervals on a Volvo C30.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from 2007 to 2013.
You will also find information about which engines in Volvo C30 that have a timing chain instead of a timing belt.
When should the timing belt be changed on a Volvo C30?
The timing belt replacement intervals are different depending on what model year and engine you have in your Volvo C30.
Further down on this page you will find information about the intervals for different years and engines.
Also keep in mind that some motors have a timing chain. These usually do not need to be replaced.
If you hear a rattling sound from a motor with a timing chain, it may be a sign that the chain needs to be replaced.
Consult a mechanic if you hear a strange engine noise, especially if it is a rattling sound.
Volvo C30 Timing Belt Replacement Intervals
Below are some examples of different timing belt replacement intervals. Keep in mind that both years and mileage are important to keep track of.
Even if your car has not traveled many miles, a timing belt still needs to be replaced. The material in the timing belts gets worse with age even if you do not use your car very often.
If you do not find your year model or engine, you can often find the information in your instruction manual or by calling a workshop.
Here you will find information on timing belt replacement for other Volvo models.
Volvo C30 2007 – 2010
Here you will find intervals for the Volvo C30 between the years 2007 and 2010.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Volvo C30 1.6 2007 – 2010 | 100hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 2.0 2007 – 2010 | 145 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Volvo C30 2.4 2007 – 2010 | 170 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 T5 2007 – 2010 | 220 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 T5 2007 – 2010 | 230 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 1.6D DRIVe 2007 – 2010 | 109 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 2.0 D 2007 – 2010 | 136 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 D5 2007 – 2010 | 180 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 1.8 Flexifuel 2007 – 2010 | 125 hp | Timing chain | — |
Volvo C30 2010 – 2013
Here you will find intervals for the Volvo C30 between the years 2010 and 2013.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Volvo C30 T5 2010 – 2013 | 230 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 1.6D DRIVe 2010 – 2013 | 109 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 D2 2010 – 2013 | 115 hp | 140 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 2.0 D 2010 – 2013 | 136 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 D3 2010 – 2013 | 150 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 D4 2010 – 2013 | 177 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 D5 2010 | 180 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo C30 2.0 Flexifuel 2010 – 2013 | 145 hp | Timing chain | — |
Does a Volvo C30 have a timing belt?
Yes, most Volvo C30 engines have timing belts.
There are some engines that have a timing chain instead of a belt, but that is not very common in Volvo C30 engines.
What happens if a timing belt breaks on a Volvo C30?
If the timing belt breaks on your Volvo C30, your car will be stranded. It does not matter if the belt comes off completely, or if some teeth come loose.
You can not drive the car anywhere before you fix it. Neither home or to the nearest workshop.
A broken timing belt means that your car must be towed or taken on a car transport from the site.