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Replacing the Timing Belt on the Volvo C30

Model: Volvo C30 MK 1 - Years 2006-2013
Part: Timing belt

In this guide, follow the instructions necessary for removing and replacing the timing belt on the Volvo C30. First, lift the vehicle and loosen the tensioner with a socket spanner to remove the serpentine belt; then, remove the timing cover to access the engine's timing components, as shown in the video. At this point, use the reference points on the engine cover to replace the timing belt, ensuring it is fitted in the correct direction, following the video to the end!

Updated on 14 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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