It is important that you change the timing belt (also called a cambelt) in time on your Volvo XC90. On this page you will find more information about the timing belt replacement intervals on a Volvo XC90.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from 1997 to 2016.
You will also find information about which engines in Volvo XC90 that have a timing chain instead of a timing belt.
When should the timing belt be changed on a Volvo XC90?
The timing belt replacement intervals are different depending on what model year and engine you have in your Volvo XC90.
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 XC90 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 XC90 2003 – 2006
Here you will find intervals for the Volvo XC90 between the years 2003 and 2006.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Volvo XC90 2.5T AWD 2003 – 2006 | 210 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 T6 AWD 2003 – 2006 | 272 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 4.4 V8 AWD 2003 – 2006 | 315 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Volvo XC90 D5 AWD 2003 – 2006 | 163 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 D5 AWD 2003 – 2006 | 185 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 10 years |
Volvo XC90 2007 – 2014
Here you will find intervals for the Volvo XC90 between the years 2007 and 2014.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Volvo XC90 3.2 AWD 2007 – 2014 | 238 hp | ? | ? |
| Volvo XC90 4.4 V8 AWD 2007 – 2014 | 315 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Volvo XC90 D3 2007 – 2014 | 163 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 D4 2007 – 2014 | 163 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 D5 AWD 2007 – 2014 | 185 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 D5 AWD 2007 – 2014 | 200 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
Volvo XC90 2015 – 2020
Here you will find intervals for the Volvo XC90 between the years 2015 and 2020.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Volvo XC90 T5 AWD 2015 – 2020 | 250 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Volvo XC90 T5 AWD 2015 – 2020 | 254 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 T6 AWD 2015 – 2020 | 310 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 T6 AWD 2015 – 2020 | 320 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Volvo XC90 D4 2015 – 2020 | 190 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 D4 AWD 2015 – 2020 | 190 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 D5 AWD 2015 – 2020 | 225 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 D5 AWD 2015 – 2020 | 235 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Volvo XC90 T8 TwEn AWD 2015 – 2020 | 392 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
Does a Volvo XC90 have a timing belt?
Yes, most Volvo XC90 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 XC90 engines.
What happens if a timing belt breaks on a Volvo XC90?
If the timing belt breaks on your Volvo XC90, 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.