Volvo Serpentine Belt and Tensioner Replacement - (S40, S60, S80, V70, XC90)

►Replacing the Serpentine Belt and & Tensioner on a P2 chassis Volvo is an easy job to complete requiring about an hour of your time and a little bit of patience. Jason shows you how to replace your worn out serpentine belt, which can be identified by either cracking belt ribs or the bearing on the serpentine belt tensioner is worn out and noisy. Both can harm other parts on your Volvo if failure were to occur.
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[@fcpeuro]

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[@gotredeemed]

Does this procedure work for the 2.9l engine?

[@alfredocalpito9439]

This video is very helpful and thank you... I just replaced my timing belt and water pump. I noticed that the video is as well ok but I can add a few tips and simple not able to loose the cam timing off.

[@CherryACR]

Thank you for posting this! I'm going in for a power steering pump replacement, and a new belt because it looks pretty worn anyway.

[@fcpeuro]

You're welcome!

[@redentorcuyugan6138]

Excellent video! Just what I was looking for to repair my old XC90. My serpentine belt just popped off and later noticed that the tensioner pulley broke off.

[@philcross7315]

Very good video thanks. Nice and clear, with plenty of light so we can see what you are actually doing unlike a lot of other videos on youtube.

[@domingorodriguez2443]

good thing, to have seen this videos have tech me new ways to fix my Volvo. Thanks guys!

[@richardjones3112]

Excellent video,well explained.

[@jeroen3673]

Excellent video. Thanks!

[@karimh.6843]

Superbe vidéo très pro !

[@willk3807]

Tensioner on mine was bad...the new belt wouldn't go on to save my life. After 2 hrs of trying to get the new belt on. I used the old belt...it wasn't cracked so yeah I'm back on the road. Thanks this video was helpful

[@torstivuorma2905]

Thanks, good video👍

[@CrackBerryAddict]

About to do this job on my buddy's 2002 V70 Cross Country. It has 105,000 miles and is running with the original drive belt and tensioner. That's what the Volvo dealer that has done all of its servicing since new told me. I'm surprised that neither the belt nor the tensioner have failed yet.

[@SPAZTICCYTOPLASM]

105k is nothing my guy, my v70 has originals on 345 thousand KM, which is about 215 thousand miles. Replaced it today finally after it threw a belt.

[@blakslee720]

No mechanic would have given the green light to start mounting engines transversely

[@donchinnici]

Thanks tons for these, and all the FCP videos. On this job, however, my Torx 60 is too long to get into place. It's made for a 3/8", but that, plus the wrench is too long. I think I need to find one perhaps as yours, that fits into a socket.

[@jperrod1979]

I specifically ordered a t60 for a 3/8 ratchet, works perfectly

[@stevehoulihan726]

Good video. Clear, plain and detailed. My tensioner wobbles as the belt goes round. But it does it rhythmically, not randomly. If you get what I mean. Hold your hand "karate chop style" in line with the front of the car, then kinda move your fingers left like you're tapping something. At idle my tensioner does this about every second. Umm, it's not meant to is it?!

[@kishmick]

Hi! Great video! What is the sound of a bad tensioner pulley? CCa hisses 3 times in one second at idle? Thanx.

[@salvadorhernandez3638]

Muchas gracias me ayudo bastante

[@lindacox3535]

Thanks and great video

[@lancecluster]

Nice, parts from you arriving today. Doing this along with alternator. If you have a 2006 XC90 the Serpentine belt length is different based upon the chassis number, ask me how I found out, 11/16 of an inch longer for the early chassis number cars. Love these videos. Thanks for making them.

[@niblik2]

Thanks for the useful videos. Looking forward to more, What is the mileage interval for changing? Or is it wait for noise from tensioner? Thanks

[@fcpeuro]

You'll want to check the belt for signs of cracking at 75k mile intervals. Any noise from the tensioner is usually an indication that the bearing is worn.

[@looqash7251]

Dzięki, sub leci.

[@TheWesternGrind]

Any tips on a 2017 xc60?? Just replaced the tensioner pulley that I bought from you guys and cannot get the serpentine belt back on….is there a special tool?? Haven’t seen a tensioner quite like this one before!

[@vitorsmgomes]

how do you do with the tensioner double pulleys? do you use the spindle in the old tensioner to retract the pulley to see the hole and take the bolt out?!

[@keithsloate9719]

Thanks you revealed what Spot missed on tensioner.

[@fcpeuro]

👍

[@jonarnar]

Thanks for a great video. Just about to do the same to my car. I was thinking as there are two guide pulleys as well, wouldn't it be a good idea to change them at the same time as the belt and tensioner?

[@fcpeuro]

You're welcome! You can replace the guide pulleys as well if there's play in the bearings.

[@nelsonudeh4473]

Please at what mileage is it ideal to replace a serpentine belt and tensioner? I drive a Volvo S40 2008 turbo

[@gossipgaming5077]

THANK YOU!

[@josephvellan6094]

Jason thanks for all the great video's. My question is a little off the subject. I have two volvo s60's. An 03 and an 04 one is a turbo.I can't find the fuel filter anywhere.its not by the rear passenger wheel .where could it be.

[@thomasbailey5269]

Joseph Vellan I’d think it’s in the gas tank like my S40!?

[@nogra1234]

I just did my .great video :) thanks

[@Akasuper]

Thanks for the video - I assume it’s a similar process for the P3 chassis?

[@marcmonge3704]

Did you ever find out if this works on p3's? I've got a 2012 s60 t5 I need to do it on

[@howardwillis7146]

Thank you

[@fcpeuro]

You're welcome, Howard!

[@ohlays9187]

What are the torque specs for the tensioner?

[@terrymcbroom7303]

Ok, so, I replaced the tensioner and tried to install a new belt per the instructions in the video. I used a T-60 wrench to pivot the tensioner clockwise as far as it would go. I spent the next hour trying to slip the belt onto the P/S pump, no luck. The problem was getting the belt to slide across the grooves in the pully (impossible), simply not enough clearance. It occurred to me that maybe that's why there are no, -0-, grooves on the tensioner pully. I wrapped the belt around everything except the tensioner pully, pivoted the tensioner as far as possible, and 5 minutes later, with a bit of effort, the belt was ON!!!!!

[@gotredeemed]

Does this procedure work for the 2.9l engine?

[@TheOneJPtv]

Thanks

[@tommartella8431]

Three hours, start to finish. I suspect my NAPA belt was a half inch too short!

[@markhatcher1825]

Would really like to see a newer Volvo serpentine belt Changed. Say in the 2011- 2015 range. The serpentine belt is on the other side of the engine compartment and Certainly has a few More obstacles to work around. Thank You

[@fcpeuro]

Hi Mark, we just did one on the 3.2, it should be up soon!

[@markhatcher1825]

@@fcpeuro Okay look forward to seeing it…. Could you notify me when it posted. Thank You

[@leod6590]

Hi, I have a XC90 T6 (petrol 6 cylinder) - I'm curious how different are aux / timing belt set up on T6 - vs D5 (which I think is the same as shown in this video)? Would be very grateful for any advice. Many thanks. Namo Amituofo

[@gotredeemed]

Were you able to remove the tensioner. I'm doing the job now. Thanks!

[@davidweatherr]

does this apply to the 850 model ?

[@duposflies2621]

Nice video as always, but is there any better video to see the position of the belt? I can´t see it.

[@donmoore7785]

He gave you a diagram, and pointed out everything he did. I remember it by heart. Start around the bottom pulley on right, up and around the alternator, then down to the crankshaft bottom left, up and around the tensioner, and lastly around the power steering pump as you flex the tensioner with the T60.

[@robertthomas7343]

I have rust colored dust on the serpentine belt and various covers...S80 AWD automatic 2006 153K

[@bluebox212]

Cool video. I am about to replace my serpentine belt and tensioner assembly. I am getting a faint sound that area but someone told me it was the alternator bearings. It charges fine and the diodes are good. The xc90 t5 has 94k so I think it is more likely the tensioner. Would that be the more likely cause of the whining sound?

[@fcpeuro]

Hi, yes that sound is likely the tensioner, specifically the idler pulley bearing on the tensioner starting to fail. Another thing to note, a whining sound in gear could also mean your transmission fluid is low. -Jacob

[@bluebox212]

Transmission fluid good to go. I bought one of those mechanical stethoscopes and listened around the the tensioner and alternator. They both were loud of course and not knowing what is the standard loud for each I wasn't sure which it was. So that is when a friend told me he though it was the alternator. In either case I will know later today when I replace the serpentine belt and tensioner assembly. While I am at it and give the alternator wheel a few turns is there anything I should pay particular attention to which could indicate trouble. Just thinking out of the box here but it could be both the tensioner and the altetnator bearings. I buy some replacement bearings for the altetnator last week. The alternator is (Bosch)Volvo 30667787 and the replacement bearings I was told to get are:SKF6303-2RS1 and SKF6203-2RSH. I may not need the bearings upon inspection but are they the ones I will need later at some point? Thanks and let me say that I hope my replacement later today goes as smoothly as I have envisioned after studying your video.

[@idealfather3547]

I did it today. Get the smallest tools you can because there is absolutely no space in there. I managed to do it anyway but it took 90 min.

[@efrainmarquez5414]

Awesome

[@Walczyk]

my 2005 XC90 T6 doesn't seem to have this T60 torx.... ugh what do i do

[@kenzygirl2023]

Any ideas why ms S40 keeps blowing belts?? On my 5th..

[@seshachary5580]

Thank you could you do on 2011 volvo xc-60 T6 serpentine belt, water pump and alternator pully and seal please. Thx

[@fcpeuro]

We will for sure add that to our DIY que for the future!

[@bruceszymanski3665]

Re. The T60 and the 3/8 vs. 1/2 extended handle socket wrench...you can use a 14mm socket and detension the tensioner using the tensioner pulley bolt. No T60 or 1/2 inch socket wrench required. Solves the lack of depth issue too, and lots of trouble finding specialized tools IMO

[@boozetheKlown]

Thank you for this info.. I hate when they dont give you a full list of tools to do the job

[@julieh4475]

@@boozetheKlownautozone $9.49 for the t60 1/2

[@marcmonge3704]

Does this apply to a 2012 s60 t5?

[@LubaLuba1]

Hi Gordon, is it possible to remove just the tensioner wheel and replace it all do I need to replace whole tensioner??

[@fcpeuro]

Hi Luba, while I recommend you replace the whole tensioner, you can replace just the tensioner pulley, which you can find here: www.fcpeuro.com/products/volvo-drive-belt-tensioner-pulley-gates-8627994

[@korean2194]

Can you guys do a video on how to install a HD TCV on a p2 s60 please.

[@clonetrooper576]

first of all "hd" tcvs are nothing but snake oil. Oem tcvs will work just fine, if you want a better one the piersburg TCV is good for volvos. as for installing it just put the correct vacuum lines on the TCV and youre good.

[@jlagant9]

Be very careful with that power steering pulley. It may as well be made of glass.

[@gotredeemed]

I have the T6. I'm putting on the belt and have the tensioner fully turned. There is not enough slack. I'm not sure how to safely get it on the PS pully as it does look fragile. Any words of advice?

[@CrackBerryAddict]

I've heard stories about the serpentine belt failing and getting caught up with the timing belt, which causes that to fail. How often do you think that happens?

[@fcpeuro]

Not very common but it's important to replace belts at the recommended intervals set by Volvo.

[@arcy1318]

This happened in my XC90. The serpentine belt slapped the timing belt and messed up the whole top end on my motor this happened at 120k miles. It now has a motor that had 79k but odo reads at 260k so about 220k on motor with same belt unless it was replaced before i swapped it in.

[@MXSLICK]

happened to my s40..little strip of serpentine belt was flapping and i thought I'd just drive it to grab a new belt. nope..got under the timing belt crank gear and it slipped about 5 teeth. car went to the crusher.

[@fredaydaybae8450]

@@MXSLICK Dang that sux

[@olowuayoola]

Please what's the belt size of volvo 440 s40

[@ggtaruc2578]

Jay, I have 145k on my 04 xc70. I would like to replace the serpentine belt as you did here. Do you think I should plan on replacing the tensioner too?

[@Hajjat]

No need really unless you got screeching sound from the tensioner. I replaced each individually. I’ve got 04 XC70 with 176k.

[@i3ka754]

Where are you from? Can I come to your service for a few days to specialize? Normally you will be paid for all that! I am from Serbia and I would like to spend a few days with you in the service and learn something from the best. I started a to work Volvo and it would mean a lot to me to improve and learn from the best! Thank you for such explanations. All the best I wishing in yours career!👋👋👋👍👍👍

[@autovlogger4764]

This is a great video. Unfortunately im stuck at step 1, removing the power steering fluid reservoir. It wont Come off, seems stuck on the coolant tank.seems like the edge is caught under the collant tank. Anyone has experience with this? I dont want to bleed the coolant system and remove them all in once. Thanks!

[@autovlogger4764]

A screwdriver and some force did the job

[@hajileserpud9539]

@@autovlogger4764 good to know !!! What brand belt and tensioner did you use ?

[@coolwaterhubby5208]

I have a 2011 xc 60 Volvo with 204k, it was done around 150k. I have a certificate in n auto mechanic and would like to go at next go around.How different is 2004 from 2011

[@trumpetman]

Hi, what could you guys suggest if my tensioner bolt just snapped in half? I can’t believe this. 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️

[@addaadollah]

Hopefully you have enough left to get a vice grip on! Best start getting some penetrating oil on that fastener. Keep it oiled for a few days!

[@gregwestbrook7029]

I just replaced the tensioner on my 2002 S60. It was quiet for a minute or two, then the squeal came back. The old tensioner was definitely the source of the noise before, so it appears that the new FCP tensioner I installed is making the same noise. Thoughts on what may be causing this? The old tensioner had a grooved pulley to match the grooves in the belt, the one you sell is flat...could that be causing the noise?

[@fcpeuro]

Old pulley most likely had wear marks from the belt, not grooves. Before condemning the tensioner pulley, we recommend getting a stethoscope to diagnose further. If it is the tensioner, its covered under our lifetime warranty.

[@francis24]

I'm doing mine right now and it looks like it has grooves as well. Also I didn't see in the video where you mention the size of the bolts used to secure the tensioner. Only the T60 to tighten it. I tried a 13mm socket but i think I'm stripping the bolt. Any suggestions?

[@francis24]

Just pulled the tensioner out with 12mm socket. On closer look, i believe it is just grooves from the belt...

[@i3ka754]

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[@tomchr9]

I have a question regarding drive belt sizes for a 2008 Volvo S60 I (P24,384) 2.4 (103KW/140HK). How do you know whether to use 6DPK1841 vs 6DPK1825 sized belt?

[@gregoliver705]

I spray cleaned (wand car wash) my engine compartment and afterwards noise from serpentine area started. I would describe the noise as moving parts not having lubrication kind of rubbing. I bought the belt and pulley tension-er. The timing belt and water pump was replaced last year. does this sound like replacing will remedy my noise?

[@fcpeuro]

Hi, Greg. It's possible some water got in that area. Maybe you can wait for the water to fully dry out and see if the noise goes away. If it goes away, it shouldn't be a problem! If you still hear the noise even after a few days, you might have to replace your belt tensioner.

[@gregoliver705]

@@fcpeuro I replaced the belt tensioner and the noise is still there. I had the timing belt changed last year and the swaped out the water pump at the same time. What else could be making the noise?

[@gregoliver705]

i noticed when the vehicle is turned off and the belt comes to a complete stop the noise continues for about a second or two.

[@Hajjat]

Hey Greg, did you figure out where the engine noise was coming from (after you spray cleaned it)? I have the same problem and I’m about to replace the tensioner, and do timing belt and water pump next month or so.

[@rulsis]

Nice video, but I need to replace the serpentine belt on my 2013 Volvo S60. Anyone know where I can find info for this? I can’t seem to find anything on my year model online. 😢

[@Coddo11]

rulsis did you find one?

[@amsnare]

I am now replacing the alternator and the serpentine belt and the tensioner pulley on my '03 S60 (130K miles) ! No noise BUT , it is loose , maybe up to one half a millimeter in wobble/play .

[@KavoTheGodd]

Bro put it on for me im tired just installed a new alternator lined up the teeth right and my belt split in half

[@tarickcurges7567]

Xc90 2004 hose hook up for water

[@kevinfitzpatrick2416]

hey jason whats up kevin from boston always with questions how can i get in contact with you personally

[@fcpeuro]

Hello Kevin, you can email - [e-mail]

[@PLANTONE]

Have you seen the condition of my serpentine belt? Head on over!

[@mistermister523]

If my serpentine belt break , do I need to change the tensioner also or I can only put a new belt

[@fcpeuro]

It depends on the condition of your tensioner, if the belt broke because the tensioner failed, you would absolutely want to replace it. It might also be good of mind to replace it anyway while the belt is off so you don't have any issues again.

[@mistermister523]

FCP Euro it breaks again , what can cause that

[@driipz32]

The tensioner doesn’t allow enough play for me to put the belt back on. Any recommendations?

[@henrikloiske8572]

Are you shure that you have the correct size of belt ??

[@SPAZTICCYTOPLASM]

There's 2 sizes of belt for this generation of V70s, you probably need the longer one.

[@noelopez7710]

I have same problem with the new tensioner and new belt on a 2004 XC90 2.5T did you find a solution?

[@nikolaydelibozov]

My Contitech belt has something like a textile on the underside ribs. Is that normal?

[@fcpeuro]

Yes, that should be normal. You can send us an email with a picture at [e-mail] and we'll check it out for you.

[@nikolaydelibozov]

Thank you, my mechanic already installed it and confirmed that it is OK

[@barryrobinson8403]

doesnt look like bad job but im stuck and totally frustrated before i even get the the mechanics---i've spent 45 minutes after looking at this and other vids and havent found that T60 adjuster yet---fed up before i barely get into it

[@theeffindip6162]

did you have to take the crank shaft pully out i have 03 xc90 and can't pull it out from top or bottom. way too tight. i just bought this car and the bolts weren't even tight seen it vibrating and then the belt shredded off luckily no timing belt damage.

[@fcpeuro]

Hello, the crankshaft pulley was not removed.

[@reallyhappenings5597]

Working on the front of the engine on P2 Volvos is all about access, everything gets really easy if you take care of that first.

[@juliocesarramosjr6253]

Does it mess up the timing if i replace it

[@marcmonge3704]

No. Two completely different things

[@breezy_basil]

Is this the same as a timing belt?

[@Walczyk]

no dude

[@scientist100]

Try to change a turbo on this thing.

[@marcodeluca4068]

What how do I know the tension I should have on the belt without having it too tight??

[@fcpeuro]

Hi Marco, if you press down on the belt with your thumb, generally there should be about a half-inch of deflection. If it doesn't move at all, the belt is too tight.

[@marcodeluca4068]

Thanks so much and you please confirm tensioner T size because none of the auto stores has T60 ??

[@fcpeuro]

@@marcodeluca4068 Yes, it is a T60 Torx bit/socket

[@marcodeluca4068]

So only t60 torx bit I could find was with a 1/2 drive and all I have is 3/8 so I will need extension will I have enough room ?

[@marcodeluca4068]

Jason you have been a huge help I notice the new tensioner wheel does not spin freely when like when you spin wheel on a bike Is this normal ??

[@marcodeluca4068]

Jason please confirm tensioner T size because non of the auto store has T60

[@homesteadhustlerz7660]

Marco Deluca Harbor freight sells a set of torx bits that comes with t60

[@marcodeluca4068]

Its very tight to loosen belt need shorter one

[@homesteadhustlerz7660]

Marco Deluca I ended up just unbolting oem tensioner and new tensioner just took regular socket to adjust tension.

[@marcodeluca4068]

If you can share your ratchet and socket size would be greatly appreciated or where can I buy 3/8 drive t60 ratchet because I could only find 1/2 and that makes it so longer

[@marcodeluca4068]

OK now putting in second one today and when I removed the return hose "black hose" it was under pressure because fluid sprayed out is this suppose to happen? I am so confused with this.

[@julieh4475]

I have a 2004 XC 90 T6 2.9 L and just to let y’all know you can’t just slip the belt on you have to take the crankshaft/harmonic balancer plate off in order to put the belt on and the T 55 Works Way better than a T 60

[@neildixon5131]

90% sure the belt is inside out...as in the smooth side is in contat with the pulleys instead of the serrated side....could be wrong though...

[@cetanzahn8773]

It’s grooved on both sides

[@Tater4200]

my dam t60 with my rathet wont fit between the engine and the dam frame

[@AndrewSmarowsky]

Take a grinder and shave down the t60

[@Hajjat]

The T60 is really absurd and stupid. My Volvo had the standard 14mm but now the new one came with the star. Most annoying thing.

[@tommartella8431]

"Go ahead and finish installing the belt". The hardest part of the entire process. Just make sure you use OEM parts - not NAPA, AutoZone, etc.

[@bobbyperu8414]

everything looks easy on youtube I can't even separate the reservoir from expansion tank...

[@julieh4475]

It’s FAR from that easy to put on gets stuck on the crankshaft lip!

[@jvespinoza100]

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[@BroadHeadedAK]

Thank you

[@fcpeuro]

You're welcome!