S40 II · 2004–2009

Volvo S40 1.8 S40 II · 125 hp (2004 to 2009)

The Volvo S40 1.8 of the S40 II generation uses the Duratec HE 1.8 petrol engine with 125 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 125 PS / 92 kW
Displacement: 1 798 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: Duratec HE 1.8
Period covered: 2004–2009
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

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This version

125 hp (92 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2004 to 2009.

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In the range

It is the only petrol version of this generation. The Duratec HE 1.8 engine is also fitted to: Volvo V50 (V50).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 30,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

30 000 km

12 months

ACEA A5/B5 / Volvo VCC RBS0-2AE — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Volvo S40 1.8 S40 II?

The Duratec HE 1.8 petrol engine (1 798 cc), 125 hp (92 kW).

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Which oil for the Volvo S40 1.8?

A ACEA A5/B5 / Volvo VCC RBS0-2AE-approved oil suited to the Duratec HE 1.8 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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