Timing Belt Replacement
 

Where can I find instructions for a 2000 VolvoS80 timing Belt Replacement? My tensioner broke and I Have replaced it, I have a new timing belt and I want to know where the timing marks should be when I replace it. The other option is to direct me to a good service manual for this vehicle.

Thanks in advance for your help
Maga

RE: Timing Belt Replacement
 

If the tensioer broke most likely the valves are bent.

RE: Timing Belt Replacement
 

Maga, just out of curiosity how many miles did you have on your car when the belt broke?

RE: Timing Belt Replacement
 

The tensioner disintegrated, the belt did not break and the car was still running, though poorly. I discovered the broken tensioner while invetigating the poor running. That's why I want to change the timing belt as well, I suspect it probably skipped a notch or two. No loud clangs or chings, no sign of engine damage.

RE: Timing Belt Replacement
 

I just love positive people like yourself.

RE: Timing Belt Replacement
 

In reply to this "tech" is a genuine technician at a Volvo dealership and really knows his stuff. 99.9% of the time, when a tensioner gives and the belt "slips" the valves will get bent and require extensive engine work. If you are the exception than that's cool, but I assure you that tech is a "positive" individual.

RE: Timing Belt Replacement
 

You will have a hard time trying to set the timing.
The VVT valve has to be set a certain way.
You would also need a special tool to align everything back properly.
If not you will get a check engine light and it will be out of time.