V50 General : D2 1.6D D4162T Correct Timing Belt Interval is 87.5K miles

[paulwtech]

Originally Posted by paulwtech

I have it confirmed from Volvo that the timing belt change interval is 87,500 miles & not 150,000 miles as some may believe it to be! There is an advisory that Volvo brought the interval forward towards the end of April 2014 here: http://workshopsupportguide.volvocar..._41en37_ir.pdf
(Also attached as PDF).
Quote: "Replacement interval for timing belt kit
The replacement interval for timing belt kit on D4162T (84) has been changed to 140 000 km.
This affects the following variants: C30, S40 (04-), V40 (13-), V40 Cross Country, V50, S60
(11-), V60, S80 (07-) and V70 (08-) from model year 2011 and forward, which have adapted
service programs."

Just thought I should make you aware; apparently Volvo haven't issued a recall, but rather are including the timing belt replacement when your vehicle goes in for it's next service! This of course would only take place if you are having the vehicle serviced at Volvo dealerships! So be warned & be aware ;-)

Update:
My 2011 v50 1.6 DRIVe had done 113k miles & just missed the timing belt change on last service! I've recently had it replaced; full timing belt kit, water pump & auxiliary belt. The old belt & components definitely showed that it needed replacing; belt was cracking at base of teeth & water pump bearing was tight & whining when cold!
For those interested, the timing belt kit can be purchased from Volvo parts for £117 all inc. part number: 31339888 (NB this does not include water pump!). I had my garage man who I trust implicitly to do my work; £295 all inc. Alternatively, Volvo will do all this for £450+!
I hope this helps anyone who reads this post. Last thing you want is timing belt failure!
Timing Belt: C30, S40, V40, V40 XC, V50, S60, V60, S80, V70

[paulwtech]

Originally Posted by Clan

1.6D badged cars are NOT the D2 they are the D4164T which is still on 150000 or 10 years

The D4162T is the D2 which is now on 87500 miles or 10 years ..

I wouldnt worry too much these engines have been on volvos for 10 years now and no particular problems with cam belt life .. We need to know WHY volvo have gone to 87500 miles for the D4162T ( D2) cam belt

Update:
My 2011 v50 1.6 DRIVe had done 113k miles & just missed the timing belt change on last service! I've recently had it replaced; full timing belt kit, water pump & auxiliary belt. The old belt & components definitely showed that it needed replacing; belt was cracking at base of teeth & water pump bearing was tight & whining when cold!
For those interested, the timing belt kit can be purchased from Volvo parts for £117 all inc. part number: 31339888 (NB this does not include water pump!). I had my garage man who I trust implicitly to do my work; £295 all inc. Alternatively, Volvo will do all this for £450+!
I hope this helps anyone who reads this post. Last thing you want is timing belt failure!
Timing Belt: C30, S40, V40, V40 XC, V50, S60, V60, S80, V70

[Pete-V70 D5 2003]

Originally Posted by paulwtech

Update:
My 2011 v50 1.6 DRIVe had done 113k miles & just missed the timing belt change on last service! I've recently had it replaced; full timing belt kit, water pump & auxiliary belt. The old belt & components definitely showed that it needed replacing; belt was cracking at base of teeth & water pump bearing was tight & whining when cold!
For those interested, the timing belt kit can be purchased from Volvo parts for £117 all inc. part number: 31339888 (NB this does not include water pump!).

Shouldn't the water pump have been changed anyway as a matter of course as it suggests elsewhere and if not why not?

[Clan]

Originally Posted by Pete-V70 D5 2003

Shouldn't the water pump have been changed anyway as a matter of course as it suggests elsewhere and if not why not?

No the water pump is not changed for no reason , It will be checked for leaks and the bearing checked for excessive play and roughness , the vast majority are fine , These pumps are not known for any particular problems . ( The same pump on the later D2 can be prone to weeping but nothing detrimental .)

[Pete-V70 D5 2003]

Great thanks

[rem1858]

I'm a bit late to the party, but I've just completed this cam belt job and thought this guide would be very helpful for others looking to do the same:
https://www.spannerrash.com/how-to-c...2016-d2-drive/

Hope that's helpful, cheers!