How to replace timing belt & water pump on P2 Volvo S60, V70, XC90, S80, V50, S40, V40, etc. - VOTD

[@morganvarner76]

You and Peppermint make the best Volvo DIY content on KZbin. This video was excellent. Thank you.

[@RobertDIY]

you are welcome.

[@samgoodley]

Hi Robert. I am a 32-year-old guy just getting into working on my own cars. I love Volvo and I can't imagine working on my P2 S80 and V70R without your videos. Thank you so much for doing what you do.

[@RobertDIY]

Thank you for watching.

[@terrynobles8820]

Robert DIY best Volvo technician mechanic on KZbin

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@radkodimitrov3246]

@@RobertDIY Hello Robert I have one ? I make the timing belt job. Everything is ok marks and everything but when I start to spin the engine only on starter the belt starts to move and wants to go out . Any suggestions ? Thanks in advance 👍

[@SpecOpsGear]

This video is legit. people don't know how much time it takes to make a video like this that shows all the little steps involved, so thank you. i've done many tbelts but wanted to see the 2.5t marks as i'm new to volvo. Liked and subscribed.

[@RobertDIY]

+Richard's Action-Sports thanks Rich

[@ripperoniracing]

This is the only video I found that best describes how to set the newer style tensioners, even AllData only shows the old ones with holes you can line up

[@RobertDIY]

thanks for watching.

[@kyngsymbadadreadhead6306]

I found out that the water pump needed to be replaced, along with the head gasket. I'm very excited and blessed that my mechanic will be taking care of this soon enough so I can go back on the road in no time!

[@RobertDIY]

ouch

[@kyngsymbadadreadhead6306]

Robert DIY I have faith

[@5555555gus]

Nice presentation Robert. I'm staring down a nineteen year old Volvo that needs everything done to it. Your videos are coming in handy, thank you very much!

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@newton5651]

Brilliant video as always. I'm doing my 850 TB this morning. Nothing could have be done without your advice and videos. Thanks so much Roby !

[@RobertDIY]

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[@ProtoFalcon07]

Got this, and the water pump done on my 2001 non-turbo, which was almost 40K overdue---first timing belt job ever, and took me over 7 hours. The old belt looked good, but the pulleys were definitely going; a good amount of grease was coming out of those bearings. My near-245K S60 is definitely happier. This video especially helped with the water pump segment! Thanks!

[@RobertDIY]

+Blue Falcon good deal, you are welcome.

[@bennyl.5899]

Outstanding advice you give here. I have commented on other videos of yours. I did the timing belt yesterday on my 2005 XC70 2.5T dual VVT, the engine on this video is identical to mine so it was a great help! I was about to reach out on the usage of the camshaft locking tool because I saw the hubs moved forward when I loosened the part providing the reading for the Camshaft position sensors, but they didn't rotate, and I tightened the bolts again and came back so I went ahead and did it. The car runs like a charm and the time didn't move. Water pump was nice and dry, not a single seal leaking. I wish I would have had a front sprocket locking tool, the most tricky part was to get the belt on while keeping the VVT hubs loaded forward. Oh man good parts on this car aren't cheap (FCP Euro gave me the best prices and availability compared to eEuro and other retailers) but they last a long time and this Viking machines are incredibly well built. Cheers brother!!!

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for sharing

[@bennyl.5899]

@user-jt2zv7ni5o you don't usually see belts breaking, that is usually a seized tensioner. I'm down to my third belt since I wrote that comment with other cars in the family and learned a few lessons on those. I would not give up on the engine just yet. Try rotating the crank with a ratchet and a 30mm socket. Do it by hand and carefully feel for interference between pistons and valves. Once the belt is removed you can certainly move the hubs by hand but I advise to reserve this for final adjustment only. Feel free to reach out by private and I'll be happy to help you out. Best of luck 🙏

[@bennyl.5899]

@user-jt2zv7ni5o one thing I would recommend though... If your belt broke, hopefully the engine stalled right away. However, if you have access to a good scanner book it up to get data from your crank position sensors and your camshaft position sensors, remember your crank will rotate 360 degrees for every 180 in your camshafts (I bought an iCarSoft specific to Volvo and Saab and it's quite capable)

[@Izzy_Havoc]

Thank you very much for this video. The step by step videos like this are ALWAYS better when it’s done by somebody that does all there own work. Again thank you.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@danp7463]

Thank you for taking the time to show us how to do this. Straight to the point, not an hour of rambling on, like some other video's.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@thinman8621]

Well thought out and very helpful. Clearly shows key information and skips all the nut running and idle chatter.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@vogeltron9816]

Thanks Robert!!! The more videos I see from different people regarding this procedure the more comfortable I feel with it. Just replaced an Alternator Pulley on my 02 s60 with 230k miles on it thanks in part to all your Videos!!! Much appreciated!!!!!

[@RobertDIY]

+VOGELTRON good deal, thanks for watching.

[@mikaeljansz]

Thanks so much! Saved me $500 for doing it myself. Very detailed video with all information you need, took me 6hours. /Mikael in Sweden

[@RobertDIY]

Very nice

[@PaneInTheGlass]

getting ready to do the timing on my 06 xc70. I managed to do the whole pcv system by myself so I know I can do this.. It is just a little nerve racking lol. I got the car at 193k and I am now 400 miles from 200k. the sticker says I don't need to till 240k but after putting this much effort into the car I want to just get all I can up to date. Thank you for the tips and info! definitely makes life easier!!

[@RobertDIY]

You can do it!

[@carpetmedics2010]

Thank you so much for a detailed video on timing belt/ water pump replacement. Excellent and helpful information.

[@RobertDIY]

glad you found it.

[@ProtoFalcon07]

SUPER happy seeing you getting to the P2 platform now! Thanks, for sharing! Keep up the great work! :)

[@RobertDIY]

LOL, I need to find one for my daughter. Preferably one with a blown head.

[@lamarabercrombie9008]

Thanks Robert, you are a very detailed individual, and I truly appreciate your videos as I am a Volvo enthusiast too. Thanks again for your dedication, Lamar Abercrombie Gainesville Ga.

[@RobertDIY]

Glad to help

[@AoiRozlin]

Oh my goodness! I didn't know you worked on P2 models! This is the project I'm working on right now and man is it a pain at times. I wanna say thank you for putting your camera waaayyyyy down next to the crank to show where that mark is on the block, no other video here on youtube shows it like you did and when I go to finish this up tomorrow, I'm going at it with renewed confidence :D

[@RobertDIY]

+BlueZomig good deal. Thanks for watching.

[@glasshammer291]

Such a great service you provide to the Volvo owner community. Thank you so much.

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@envisionelectronics]

Really really good! I am looking at an S60 that likely needs this done. I tackled an Acura years ago - was pretty hard. This looks like a walk in the park! Thank you!

[@RobertDIY]

Much easier.

[@cbkidd]

Hello Robert, I have a 2004 xc90 t6 and was driving when the engine just shut off. Would not start up. Codes came back saying it was the camshaft sensor. Anyway replaced it still no start? Someone said to replace the timing belt. I have never worked on a Volvo. I am so grateful and glad you made this video. I can't thank you enough.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@htspeed8832]

Thank you so much for this video! Replaced the timing belt on my 2004 S60R last weekend and I couldn't have done it without this video.

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@baronvonfritz]

Just got an 09' and need to do this. Good editing, concise information, super helpful protip on lifting the engine an inch for the water pump. I'll letcha know how it goes.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@geraldspeis3622]

robert i have used your videos a lot.. i like you giving the car away .. good person for sure

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@Jacko5340]

Robert thanks for the great real world video, not selling just a good honest video. I have done the replacement and have a intake code back. I see by your video I missed what is actually the timing mark. By the way Mitchel does not even tell you what is the timing mark on the crank gear....Thanks again Robert solved my problem sir. Be Blessed Jack Shelton

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for sharing and watching.

[@seankenney3788]

Fantastic video. About to dig in to mine. As always, thank you Robert. You’re the greatest

[@RobertDIY]

you are welcome.

[@canadaoutlaw]

Honestly well done!!!! Simple to the point and very helpful!

[@RobertDIY]

thanks for watching.

[@The_Car_Gods_7814]

Top video Robert, extremely helpful so thank you very much. Hope life is treating you well. God Bless.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@NinaYo401]

Thanks for the in-depth on the tensioner.

[@RobertDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TheTarrMan]

I must say this is an excellent tutorial. Good job!

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@Driftdavillian]

Very good video Robert. I've done this job a few times but for some reason I keep getting camshaft codes on the intake on my XC90 T5.. Shifted the inlet hub a few degrees fwd now the exhaust cam codes and I can't find the sweet spot with the hub limits so I figure I'm a tooth off on one of these.. I'm going to start over again. It's a Pita because I'm disabled and have to pick my days. Never had this happen. Thanks for the video.. Much needed especially with the dual VVT hubs.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@RobertDIY]

Could have a bad sensor or hub.

[@Driftdavillian]

Yeah.. You're absolutely right

[@sbesmith31]

Excellent video Robert, very informative and covers all the concerns I had. Thank you!

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@magnoooz]

Thanks for all your tips! You're the best! Keep doing what you do sir!

[@RobertDIY]

thanks for watching.

[@jpitt32]

Thank you for the video. Looked over it before starting the job on my 2.5t S60.

[@RobertDIY]

Good deal.

[@squidben5780]

Excellent video. I did not see the timing mark on the left cam wheel, otherwise excellent !!!

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@anwiyayoukhanna]

I have two remaining codes on my S40, one being the cat system. I replaced the lower one, and the upper one is getting replaced next week. The other is a p0017, which I'm guessing now is either the timing belt or cam sensor. I had the crank sensor replaced, but I'm hoping it's not the timing belt, which I had replaced already only a couple years ago. It might be off a perfect alignment, but I'm hoping the code clears easier than having to do that again.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for sharing.

[@anwiyayoukhanna]

@@RobertDIY Where are you located? I live in Michigan but am moving to Buffalo this fall.

[@anwiyayoukhanna]

@@RobertDIY Ok looking back now on my repairs, I had the whole timing belt replaced, the kit which was 7 parts, seals, tensioner, and water pump. But I didn't do the VVT solenoid, which I can do myself. I'm going to try that myself and hopefully that's the last thing I need to do to clear that code.

[@dougsmith1622]

Thanks for this very helpful video, Mr. Spinner. Every step is well explained and well lit. There are also helpful tricks, like lifting the engine mount to make more room to access the water pump. Is it necessary, or simply prudent, to replace the water pump on a 105,000 mile car? A Volvo service manager told me the water pump is a 200’000 mile part.

[@RobertDIY]

Every 10 years. I've seen them run 500,000 miles.

[@kjadfhgioaudbfvilaeu]

Any time you're in there, you might as well replace everything in the area that you're going to access so you don't have to touch it again. I'd rather know that everything was replaced in that area rather than have to worry about x, y, or z later down the road if you didn't replace them.

[@wesleydunn3286]

I love the tip about the mount. However, I have had one of these mounts horribly fail to where I had to cut the rubber away to get the bolts out. To keep from putting extra stress on that mount, maybe try a block of wood to support the engine there. I always use you're videos for reference. On a side note, if you happen to get another dual vvt car, could you snap a picture of the back of the cams with both front marks aligned? I recently bought a used head, and someone took off the exhaust hub so I'm not sure if I've got the exhaust cam right or 180* off. Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@RobertDIY]

Did you look at my timing demo video? They are all the same on the back, the locking tool only works one way.

[@wesleydunn3286]

Do you have a link to said video? I'm having a hard time finding it using mobile. On the vvt heads, the rear of the cams has 3 slots missing for each cam. Two tool sits in two slots on each cam. I was curious about the position of the third notch. Since the hub was removed the timing marks aren't lining up. I want to get the cam locked in the right position, then loosen the hub and make the marks align, than tighten it all down. Thabks

[@RobertDIY]

I do NOT have a video showing how to properly set up the hubs from scratch. So, I really can't help you there. You can take it to a mechanic and get it set properly. I did a video in Brimmington WA showing the back of the cams with the tool installed.

[@wesleydunn3286]

Ok. I'm sure I'll be able to find it. Looking at the valves, I'm 99% sure I've got it right, but with these cars that's not good enough as you know. Btw, are you over on volvospeed?

[@RobertDIY]

Nope. If the timing is off, it will likely toss a code.

[@andreifilip8427]

Hi Robert, thank you for the amazing videos. I am attempting to replace the front crankshaft seal on my S60 2.0T 2005 (EU model). In the vida manual I see that the 9995433 tool is required to remove the harmonic balancer. I do not have an impact tool, only a breaker bar for the center nut. I wanted to ask, do I really need the 9995433 tool, or do I need a cam locking tool, I am overwhelmed. Thank you.

[@RobertDIY]

I wouldn't try to hold the cams and break that nut loose. Find somebody with an impact gun to break it loose for you.

[@daniellisztwan1082]

Hi Robert. Really appreciate the video. Everything is fine except I can’t get he timing belt rapped around the two cams and everything else for the life of me, even after pulling the tensioner all the way to the right. I double checked belt and it’s the same length as the original. What am I messing up??

[@RobertDIY]

Do you have it tucked under the knob under the crank?

[@TheLORDsArmy1]

Hey Robert; good video. I did exactly and followed your video step by step on my son’s car 2007 S60). Fired the car; it ran smoothly with no issue. Added the fluid, plugged the coal ant connector back and the car cranks but wouldn’t start, no fault codes, but it displays Engine performance reduced on the dash. After few attempts to start the car, the radiator fan goes on High and it shuts off automatically. My son took the battery negative terminal off and put it back but the car wouldn’t start. Please advise. Really appreciated

[@RobertDIY]

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[@barnoluk9272]

Great video Robert. Do you have a video on a timing belt replacement with a mechanical tensioner on a 1998 v70? It’s a uk 10v 2.5 ns, b5252s engine

[@RobertDIY]

It's the same process as this video.

[@Xshouserecommends]

Hey Robert, just did my timing belt last weekend. Thanks to you and some other people on KZbin I got through it. One thing though, a couple of times my car shook a little bit when I took off from a red light. Only happened twice, same circumstance, taking off from a red light. Do you know why it's doing that. No shaking at all other then those two times. I have a 2003 Volvo s80 non turbo.

[@RobertDIY]

Codes?

[@Xshouserecommends]

There are no engine lights coming on, if that's what you mean. While we are chatting, I also have a problem with my cooling fan staying on for 5 minutes after a long drive. I'm thinking thermostat, what you think. It's not reading hot at any time on my gauges.

[@RobertDIY]

Probably the throttle body (ETM) going bad. Likely the ECT is bad.

[@Xshouserecommends]

Thanks, will be checking into that

[@wilvels]

very clever and so well done....God bless

[@RobertDIY]

+wilvels thanks for watching.

[@vernonbosshard9317]

Why do a lot of people say you need the cam locking tool? Just for T belt? The tool is for the VVT adjustment right? IF you break loose the 3 gear bolts or center hub bolt, the one behind the front plug, not to confuse them.

[@RobertDIY]

Correct

[@Paddan1000]

Hello Robert. The marks on your cam sprockets are aligned slightly to the right of the notches on the timing belt cover. On my car the marks instead line up slightly to the left of the notches. Does it mean my crank is off by one tooth? I've only checked the timing marks in winter with a cold engine and a garage temperature of 32F in case that makes a difference (thermal expansion, etc).

[@RobertDIY]

Temp doesn't matter. You need to set/view the crank.

[@bartewald2441]

What is that compound on the water pump bolts? Anti-sieze? Thread locker? Also you said 15, or 50, for the torque specs on the water pump bolts? Thanks.

[@RobertDIY]

Thread sealer

[@RobertDIY]

Huh? Did you check the comments?

[@bartewald2441]

Yeah, I did. If the torque specs are there, then I missed them, sorry. I'm fairly certain you said 15 pounds in the vid. Just want to get it right. All your vids are well done, thanks.@@RobertDIY

[@toisetoise165]

Hi Robert! After installing the timing belt and removing the camshaft locking tool, I rotated the engine UNTICLOCKWISE instead of CLOCKWISE. How can I fix this mess?

[@RobertDIY]

What mess?

[@toisetoise165]

@@RobertDIY the timing marks are not aligned and someone says I can ONLY rotate CLOCKWISE. Is this something that can be fixed?

[@michaelsaba6547]

Thank you for all your videos, going to attempt this same procedure, water pump/timing belt this weekend. I do have a question for you, is it necessary to remove the harmonic balancer? There are other videos where they do not take the harmonic balancer off to remove the timing belt, I notice that they remove that lower bracket instead, but in that particular video, they did not change the water pump, which I am. I do not mind doing the extra work, but I was just wondering because: 1. I do not have an impact gun and afraid to move the lower crank when removing the crankshaft bolts 2. I do not have new replacement bolts for the balancer (Are they necessary?) I picked up the parts at Volvo and their parts guy told me that it is not necessary to replace the bolts (with new ones) on the water pump, your thoughts? Lots of questions, I thank you for your time. Your videos are thorough and well versed. Fantastic Work.

[@michaelsaba6547]

BTW It is on a 2004 Volvo V70R with 197,000 miles

[@RobertDIY]

I usually DO NOT remove the harmonic balancer. I remove the bracket from under the crank, two 10mm screws. You may need to replace the water pump bolts if the water pump housing is thinner, which is common for the new pumps vs the older ones.

[@chayes954r]

Michael Saba... I just replaced my T- belt, water pump, tensioner, idler and lower main seal. I always replace the lower main seal when I do timing belts. I figure, if the seal survived 105,000 miles, might as well change it and it'll probably go another 105,000 miles without leaking. Not much additional work for this insurance. After I removed the harmonic balancer, I used a 2 jaw puller to remove the crankshaft timing belt sprocket. It was too tight to remove by hand. Yes, the crankshaft did move a little during this procedure, but I didn't have any valve contact or anything like that. After removing the sprocket, I used the lisle seal removal tool to easily pull the seal. I put a little white lithium grease on the lip of the new seal, then I (carefully!!) worked it on the crankshaft and into position. I used properly sized deep socket to drive the seal in the rest of the way. I cleaned the sprocket spline of any rust or debris with a small wire brush, then I re-installed it. It went on fairly easy, just tapping it with a brass hammer. Next I re-aligned the crankshaft timing marks, as they did move a little bit, not much though, no valve contact or anything like that. Then after the timing kit was installed I replaced the harmonic balancer, and torqued the crank nut to spec. That was it.

[@michaelsaba6547]

Man, little too late for, wish I would have thought of it then. I was intimidated to take the balancer off because I didn't want it to move, but in hindsight it would have been alright. Hopefully the seal won't fail on me. Thanks for the description though, next time I have to get in there I'll look into replacing.

[@chillsgo805]

Hi Michael, I'm looking into buying the same year or older model, anything i should look out for . thanks

[@jameskuminecz4043]

Great now I feel confident about doing this myself.

[@RobertDIY]

Awesome! Thanks for watching.

[@BubbaMobile90]

You said if cam does move because of spring too simply turn in "proper position" to get belt back on....what is proper position, clockwise? Or do i simply give it a small counter clockwise turn to rehit my mark?

[@RobertDIY]

If the crank is on the mark it doesn't matter which way you turn the cams.

[@krabbypatty3644]

Thank you for doing what you do. This video is great however my timing belt broke, the 2 cams have the timing marks, is there a timing mark on the crank? And if so do i just align all the marks? Will it gauranty the timing will be correct? Lmk thanks!

[@RobertDIY]

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[@alta9823]

Hi Mr Robert, please I have a V50, 220 cv, changed the pump assembly, the old fuel sensor burn and a I noted, the new one can happen the same. ? Is it normal the Sensor Level lift to the righ position simply introducing the start key in "0" position or at the position "3". This fact also happen when disconect the negative cable from the batterie. Tanks for your help.

[@RobertDIY]

When the key is turned to any position the fuel gauge should register. It could be a problem with the instrument cluster.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@gerardjones7881]

didn't show pre-loading the cvvt cam sprockets. ? Did you do that ? They tend to move after the belt is pulled off, mine are spring loaded .

[@RobertDIY]

just turn it back to the marks. as long as you didn't pull the hub you'll be fine.

[@stephennicholls6003]

Hello Robert: thanks once more for a great video.I have just bought an XC 60 T 6- I thought that volvo would stick to a game plan but things seem different!? Have you done any cam belt replacements on XC 60s? I can only find 1 video on youtube- it was called cam belt replacement but the guy was actually replacing the serpentine belt driving the alternator and air conditioner.Hope he's not in for a nasty surprise. I have done all the fluids myself but hear a rev related "swoosh swosh" coming from the front R ( R hand drive vehicle) The vehicle has only 138,000 km and was born in 2011.It should not be ready for a cam belt/water pump/tensioner replacement yet but that front end does sound suspicious. Thanks for any ideas. ps if you get a cx 60 T6 they move very well!......and will probably give you another lifetime of videos to make!

[@RobertDIY]

Sad to say, I have no experience with that engine or belt system.

[@stephennicholls6003]

@@RobertDIY Thanks for your reply.May be worth treating your self to a challenge? They are going cheap because they are expensive to service....and I may live to regret it! However I have the time and my good old reliable 850 SE wagon with 187,000 kms to fall back on! I'll start by accessing the innards by front wheel removal and arch covers to see the lie of the land. Much of the trouble is Volvo's high handed approach to the public.The Vovo Vida stuff is almost impossible to install on the computer( I've still no success) ,never the less Volvo's engineers seem reasonable- its the head office policies. Sorry for the rant! I don't know whether Merc,Audi and BMW are any different (their cars are certainly no better!).Am staying with the devil I know in the mean time! Keep up the good work.I learn from your vids even on other models.

[@soylentgreen2065]

very well done video and very helpful. Thanks, Robert.

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@steveromeocars]

Hey. Thanks for the Info. I´m about to do the same work on my Focus ST. It is so hard to find the oem marks on the cam shafts. Crank shaft is obwious...

[@RobertDIY]

Yes those marks are small.

[@Peppermint1]

Every single water pump failure on this engine was due to using an aftermarket pump. Use only Aisin or an original pump from the main dealer. By the way, the original pump is good for 200k miles, check the forums. The Volvo dealer will replace the pump only at the second timing belt, unlike a Honda or a Bmw for example.

[@RobertDIY]

+Royale with cheese interesting.

[@Peppermint1]

I wonder, would you share which camera are you using on your videos? It has a very clear image and good stabilization.

[@RobertDIY]

I use my phone. Lots of shots and practice.

[@RobertDIY]

Oh, I have had OEM Volvo water pumps fail in 86,000 miles and others last 258,000. I give them 10 years no matter the miles.

[@Peppermint1]

Thanks Robert

[@cynthiasmith1040]

Curious, probably dumb question. When you reinstalled the water pump with it's new gasket which side do you put the gasket sealer on? Thanks

[@RobertDIY]

I don't use gasket sealer.

[@tdubfpv3380]

I had to do a head replacement and im trying to put timing belt on and cannot find the crank mark...06 xc70. I notice in this video i also dont see anything on the crank sprocket

[@RobertDIY]

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[@tdubfpv3380]

Thank you for quick reply😀 I have already watched your video on this which was great as usual, i just cant seem to find em but ill keep tryin! Thank you Robert🙏

[@GRUMPY656799]

very nice work... excellent info

[@RobertDIY]

Glad you liked it

[@gpzjeffrey7974]

Everything is great info, except I wouldn't fire up the motor without coolant and serpentine belt back on. There's no need, as hand rotation will show if the timing is properly aligned. Running the engine without coolant is really bad for the water pump seal, which needs the coolant to lubricate it.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for sharing

[@brentnearhood8874]

Thanks! Robert Very Good Video!

[@RobertDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Surf_killa]

Not sure if youstill answer these omments buuut trying to align this p2 (with old belt still on, doing bad water pump and belt cause its off) and my cam timing marks are about 180 off from each other and when one of the cams are aligned the crank is 180 out (both do this) car has no codes whatsoever..... no idea what to do

[@RobertDIY]

If the car runs well, you put the crank on it's mark and make 2 new marks on the cams.

[@يعقوبالصالح-ث2ج]

please how to align cranckshaft with cams after timing belt is cutting please my car is v70 2001

[@RobertDIY]

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[@notny411]

Thanks for the video Robert! Very nice job - I will be doing mine soon and this helps out a lot. Can you tell me how you get the crank pulley nut tightened up? Do you need a special tool to hold the crankshaft while tightening that huge bolt?

[@RobertDIY]

+notny411 they just tighten it on with the impact gun.

[@j3andme998]

Thank you for the share Robert. To be correct this does apply to a Volvo v70 2008 ?

[@dheslip007]

yup

[@RobertDIY]

Yes.

[@raudelvalerio170]

Robert DIY what about a 1999 volvo s70 2.4 base

[@aaronkraemer9887]

Yes, SOME of it applies, but beware of differences in the vehicles that can make it a lot harder. My V50 for example was 10 times more difficult than portrayed on this video. Only a portion of it applied.

[@kjadfhgioaudbfvilaeu]

2008 was the first of the P3 platform so beware. Similar to Aaron Kraemer's issue...V50s are P1. Apples and oranges.

[@alta9823]

Hi Mr Robert or any one, please I have a V50, 220 cv, changed the pump assembly, the old fuel sensor burn and a I noted, the new one can happen the same. ?That´s normal the Sensor Level lift to the righ position simply introducing the start key in "0" position or when disconect the negative cable from the batterie?. Tanks for your help. Nice year 2021.

[@RobertDIY]

I don't understand your question.

[@omarplat334]

Hey Robert, it’s Omar! Do the cams need to be locked from the front or back or not at all? I’m not sure if the cams put tension on the belt and if they turn when the belt is off.

[@RobertDIY]

No, unless you break a hub bolt loose. Yes they will move when you pull the belt, but you simply turn the cams back to the marks when you install the belt.

[@LashaGiorgiEsebua]

Which way should I rotate the pulley bolt to loosen it

[@RobertDIY]

same as all the rest.

[@stigveijalainen]

Very professional and instruktive.

[@RobertDIY]

+Stig Veijalainen thanks for watching.

[@nestorautorepair]

questiom im doing a 2005 xc90, timin broke off driving i know it can be a bad engine , but here is my question i put the new timing belt but dont star now can you tell me for tront cam you line ut up with the nach or dot? also i can tell if you line up tge rear cam with THE dot or small line?

[@RobertDIY]

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[@chrisj8307]

Just did this on same engine but tensioner keeps moving back and forth when engine started. Any idea on that?

[@RobertDIY]

If the tensioner is bouncing back and forth when you start the engine you likely tensioned it in the wrong direction. When you start the car that thing should stay steady and as the car heats up it will slowly move clockwise and just stay steady while the engine's running. The tensioner should have had a small arrow on it showing you which way to adjust the tension. If you keep having issues with it get a Volvo branded one, I hope you're not using aftermarket junk and your timing.

[@chrisj8307]

@@RobertDIY nope Ina branded from Continental. Will look for an but thought the newer/longer always should be clockwise. Thanks for replying 👍 /Chris

[@aaronkraemer9887]

Thanks for the video, it had some good info, but it totally doesn't apply to my 2008 Volvo V50. I don't have near the room for getting at the timing belt side. I had to raise/lower the engine for different panels that needed to be removed and now I don't have the space needed to physically take the water pump out of the car. I'd like to strangle the Volvo engineers for their lack of thought for water pump replacement and clearance for removing anything on that side of the motor. I had to buy longer wrenches, and special adapters to get the right length for the sockets to fit in the narrow spaces. No one has any video on doing this on a 2008 V50, and now I know why...It was designed to keep backyard mechanics from doing the Volvo mechanics' jobs. Totally frustrating. If you have a newer V50, be sure you know what you're getting into...

[@RobertDIY]

Ouch! Thanks for sharing.

[@kjadfhgioaudbfvilaeu]

V50, C30, and S40s are technically P1s. Completely different set ups... Just FYI for anyone that happens to land here looking for info.

[@merlsworld7]

Robert i have been delaying this job on a 2006 volvo xc70 because i dont have a cam lock tool 5 cyl. i can just align the marks and pull the timing belt with out the cam lock tool ???

[@RobertDIY]

Yes

[@merlsworld7]

@@RobertDIY ok its on ! i am gona give it a try and take your word .... ill let u know how it goes

[@myviews469]

Great video one questions do I need to remove crank shaft pulley ?

[@RobertDIY]

No, but it will make the job easier.

[@ruffraff4697]

What is going on with my b5254t2 I have the engine at tdc with crankshaft mark align,also my cam sprockets are align but once I align the tensioner to the right temp out here of 105 Degrees i tighten the tensioner and release the sprocket tool and the timing marks go off by half a tooth I keep getting correlation codes?please help

[@RobertDIY]

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[@tonynicoletti3545]

This was a great vid!! Thank you

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome

[@BENZNUGGA]

Good job man! That is not an easy job.

[@RobertDIY]

Not the first time. lol

[@petermotimele9701]

good afternoon pls assist me with the cam settings of this volvo s60 especially where we lock the cams at the back kind regards peter French auto junction

[@RobertDIY]

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[@RobertDIY]

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[@RobertDIY]

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[@grumpyg9350]

Good job👍👍👍👍👍

[@RobertDIY]

thanks.

[@marklarsontube556]

Wow what a great video. Thank you

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@unforseenlaboratories8017]

Very helpful, good on detail. Thanks.

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@chillsgo805]

Robert do you know the size socket fits the crank bolt . thanks

[@chillsgo805]

Its for a 2005 v50 thanks

[@RobertDIY]

They are all the same. Did you watch the video?

[@RobertDIY]

Interesting, 36mm.

[@chillsgo805]

Yes i did , thanks for your dedication .!!!

[@aaronkraemer9887]

For the 2008 V50 it was a 30mm socket...

[@Indalsman]

Is it the same procedure on V40 -01 with B4204T3 engine?

[@RobertDIY]

Pretty much.

[@phillipmalefo6017]

I try to do timing in s40 Volvo but problem surface when in try to line up the crank timing mark piston became level is it ok sir im still a rokkie

[@RobertDIY]

Did you align it before pulling the belt?

[@EarthisnotforSale]

Cool video, I am thinking about buying a 2005 xc70 2.5 t with under 95k, any advice from anyone would be great, as I know NOTHING about them.

[@RobertDIY]

get a Volvo class scanner.

[@robertparke3825]

I have been reading online that you need to “load” the cvvt cams to line up the cam marks. Essentially you turn the engine clockwise past the marks and then counter clockwise to hit the cam marks. Was that something you needed to do or does it apply to a different engine? Thanks

[@RobertDIY]

sure.

[@jpvolvo08]

Hi robert, I got a 2007 volvo v50 t5 awd, and I want to do the timing belt water pump, do I need to lock the cams with the special tool do to the job ?

[@RobertDIY]

Nope, only if you pull a cam sprocket.

[@jpvolvo08]

Great ! Thanks 👍🏻

[@toxinator40]

Is this the same as 2013 s80? what do you think of the last couple years before drive E? I didn't want the stop start cycle when driving

[@RobertDIY]

I have no idea.

[@edwinlop1275]

hi Robert I have an 2007 Volvo XC90 3.2 front weel drive what it comes with? timing belt or timing chain?

[@RobertDIY]

+EDWIN DUBON probably a chain, have you checked your owners manual?

[@stevemazzilli4006]

hey robert. My wife xc70 got totaled. so we are looking at a used vehicle. we are looking at a 2005 volvov50 wagon. do you recommend that car/model or stay away from it. thanks in advance!

[@RobertDIY]

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[@AwakeDude911]

s60 2006 2.5t going to have a shop do this one its my daily and me and timing jobs don't have the best track record ….6/2019 cost with to do the job is $550 with me bring them my new parts... I usually do my own work but 1 slip up and its new motor time and when you adjust that spring it moves the hubs sometimes so this ones for the pros that do them every day. kinda like giving your self a hair cut ,you can do it but sure not going to be like the pros do it...

[@RobertDIY]

I understand.

[@randyeastman4500]

use a link free rag to block the water intake when using scotch brite pad

[@RobertDIY]

I don't like the risk. 😵

[@nestorautorepair]

thanks for the info

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@mikeypops73]

Great vid and info sir, thanks.

[@RobertDIY]

+Mike McKinley you are welcome

[@jesussantos7678]

how can i bleed my engine the right way i try everything and nothing works

[@RobertDIY]

Bleed? What are you bleeding?

[@jesussantos7678]

@@RobertDIY sorry burping my radiator

[@kylemartinez6514]

Is the 30mm bolt on the harmon bal reverse thread?

[@RobertDIY]

No.

[@kylemartinez6514]

Robert DIY thank you

[@kylemartinez6514]

Robert DIY ended up getting it off after 20 minutes of impact wrench