Volvo S40 Timing Belt Replacement Cost And Schedule

How much does a timing belt replacement cost?

The cost to replace a timing belt for a Volvo S40 varies between $611 and $933 based on your model year and whether you get it done at a local mechanic or at the dealership.


Volvo S40
Model YearsLocal Mechanic Cost (Belt + Tensioner + Idlers + Seals + Water Pump)Dealership Cost
1995 - 1997$614 - $677$861 - $924
1998 - 2000$623 - $686$854 - $920
2001 - 2002$632 - $681$858 - $914
2003$628 - $686$861 - $918
2004 - 2006$622 - $678$853 - $926
2007 - 2008$616 - $672$856 - $920
2009$611 - $669$847 - $917
2010$620 - $663$854 - $924
2011 - 2012$617 - $667$861 - $933

How much does it cost at the dealership?

The average cost at the dealership varies between $847 and $933 including parts and labor.


How much does it cost at a local mechanic?

At a local mechanic, the cost would average between $611 and $686 including parts and labor.


How much do the parts cost?

For a Volvo S40, a timing belt kit should cost between $97 and $212.


How much is the labor?

Labor cost should be between $514 and $589 at a local mechanic and $750 and $836 at a dealership.


What is the interval/schedule?

The schedule to change the timing belt on a Volvo S40 is at an interval of 108,000 miles or every 120 months. This is not applicable to Volvo S40's with the 1.8L mazda engine as they are chain driven.