Volvo XC70 Timing Belt Or Timing Chain (2003 - 2016)

Engine timing belt and timing chain components

From the model year 2003 to 2016 the Volvo XC70 has various engines with either a timing belt or a timing chain. However, all of its engines are interference.

Scroll down to see specific data for your model year below.

The timing belt (or chain) maintains the proper synchronization between the various engine components in a combustion engine.

If the belt or chain stretches or breaks, it can lead to catastrophic engine damage.

Timing belts have a recommended replacement interval, while timing chains are generally rated for the engines lifetime, although they need to be inspected occasionally.

Volvo XC70 Timing Belt Or Chain (2003 - 2016)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2016 2.0L Timing Belt Interference 90k miles
2016 2.5L Timing Belt Interference 90k miles
2015 2.0L Timing Belt Interference 90k miles
2015 3.0L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2015 3.2L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2014 3.0L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2014 3.2L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2013 3.0L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2013 3.2L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2012 3.0L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2012 3.2L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2011 3.0L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2011 3.2L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2010 3.0L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2010 3.2L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2009 3.0L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2009 3.2L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2008 3.2L Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2007 2.5L Timing Belt Interference 90k miles
2006 2.5L Timing Belt Interference 90k miles
2005 2.5L Timing Belt Interference 90k miles
2004 2.5L Timing Belt Interference 90k miles
2003 2.5L Timing Belt Interference 90k miles