It is important that you change the timing belt (also called a cambelt) in time on your Volvo S40. On this page you will find more information about the timing belt replacement intervals on a Volvo S40.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from 1996 to 2012.
You will also find information about which engines in Volvo S40 that have a timing chain instead of a timing belt.
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When should the timing belt be changed on a Volvo S40?
The timing belt replacement intervals are different depending on what model year and engine you have in your Volvo S40.
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 S40 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.
Volvo S40 1996 – 2000
Here you will find intervals for the Volvo S40 between the years 1996 and 2000.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Volvo S40 1.6 1996 – 2000 | 105 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Volvo S40 1.8 1996 – 2000 | 115 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Volvo S40 1.8i 1996 – 2000 | 125 hp | 90 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Volvo S40 2.0 1996 – 2000 | 140 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Volvo S40 2.0T 1996 – 2000 | 160 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Volvo S40 T4 1996 – 2000 | 200 hp | 120 000 kilometres | ? |
| Volvo S40 T4 1996 – 2000 | 200 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 8 years |
Volvo S40 2000 – 2004
Here you will find intervals for the Volvo S40 between the years 2000 and 2004.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Volvo S40 1.6 2000 – 2004 | 109 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Volvo S40 1.8 2000 – 2004 | 122 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Volvo S40 1.8i 2000 – 2004 | 125 hp | 90 000 kilometres | ? |
| Volvo S40 2.0 2000 – 2004 | 136 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 2.0T 2000 – 2004 | 160 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Volvo S40 2.0T 2000 – 2004 | 163 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 2.0T 2000 – 2004 | 165 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Volvo S40 T4 2000 – 2004 | 200 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 8 years |
Volvo S40 2004 – 2007
Here you will find intervals for the Volvo S40 between the years 2004 and 2007.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Volvo S40 1.6 2004 – 2007 | 100 hp | 140 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 1.8 2004 – 2007 | 125 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Volvo S40 2.4 2004 – 2007 | 140 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 2.0 2007 | 145 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Volvo S40 2.4 2004 – 2007 | 170 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 T5 2004 – 2007 | 220 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 1.6 D 2004 – 2007 | 109 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 2.0 D 2004 – 2007 | 136 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 1.8 Flexifuel 2004 – 2007 | 125 hp | Timing chain | — |
Volvo S40 2008 – 2012
Here you will find intervals for the Volvo S40 between the years 2008 and 2012.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Volvo S40 1.6 2008 – 2012 | 100 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 2.4 2008 – 2012 | 140 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 2.0 2008 – 2012 | 145 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Volvo S40 2.4 2008 – 2012 | 170 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 T5 2008 – 2012 | 230 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 1.6 D 2008 – 2012 | 109 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 D2 2008 – 2012 | 115 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 2.0 D 2008 – 2012 | 136 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 D3 2008 – 2012 | 150 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 D4 2008 – 2012 | 177 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 D5 2008 – 2012 | 180 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo S40 1.8 Flexifuel 2008 – 2012 | 125 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Volvo S40 2.0 Flexifuel 2008 – 2012 | 145 hp | Timing chain | — |