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Volvo V40: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2000 - 2004)

Researched By AutoPadre Research Team


All Volvo V40s 1.9L engines have a timing belt and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Volvo V40.

Volvo V40 Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
2000 - 20041.9LTiming BeltInterference

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

Volvo V40 Belt Or Chain

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2004 Volvo V40 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2004 Volvo V40 engines have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2004 Volvo V40 Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.9 L TurboTiming BeltInterference60k

2003 Volvo V40 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2003 Volvo V40 engines have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2003 Volvo V40 Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.9 L TurboTiming BeltInterference60k

2002 Volvo V40 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2002 Volvo V40 engines have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2002 Volvo V40 Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.9 L TurboTiming BeltInterference60k

2001 Volvo V40 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2001 Volvo V40 engines have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2001 Volvo V40 Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.9 L TurboTiming BeltInterference60k

2000 Volvo V40 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2000 Volvo V40 engines have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2000 Volvo V40 Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.9 L TurboTiming BeltInterference60k
Volvo V40 Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre
Volvo V40 Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.

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Volvo V40 Belt Or Chain By Year