2008 VOLVO XC70 D5244T10/B5244S5 (BZ)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• Timing belt wear (replacement recommended at 120,000 km)
• Turbocharger issues on diesel engines in high mileage vehicles
• Suspension bushings wear

First checks

• Verify timing belt condition and service history
• Check turbocharger operation for diesel versions
• Inspect maintenance records for transmission fluid changes

Avant de remplacer des pièces

• Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
• Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
• Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

• The XC70 is a ruggedized V70 wagon with higher ground clearance and body cladding.
• Market engines vary mainly between petrol turbocharged I5 and diesel turbocharged I5 units.
• North America models mostly use the 2.5L turbo I5 petrol B5254T8, Europe mostly offers diesels D5244T10/15 and naturally aspirated petrol B5244S5.