Service and repair manuals for 12 model years of the Volvo V40, 1999 to 2019. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Volvo published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 1.9L I4 — 113 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 1.9L I4 — 119 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 1.6L I4 — 95 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.0L I4 — 120 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.0L I5 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 1.5L I4 — 92 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 8 recalls, 92 owner complaints and 295 technical service bulletins are logged for the V40. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your V40 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $49.99 | — | 2.0L I4; 1.5L I4 | T4 Sport Hatchback 4-Door · T3 Addition Hatchback 4-Door | select |
| 2018 | $49.99 | — | 2.0L I4; 1.5L I4 | T5 R-Design Hatchback 4-Door · T4 Sport Hatchback 4-Door · T3 Addition Hatchback 4-Door | select |
| 2017 | $49.99 | — | 2.0L I4; 1.5L I4 | T5 R-Design Hatchback 4-Door · T4 Sport Hatchback 4-Door · T3 Addition Hatchback 4-Door | select |
| 2016 | $49.99 | — | 2.0L I4; 1.5L I4 | First Edition Hatchback 4-Door · Addition Hatchback 4-Door · R-Design Hatchback 4-Door · Sport Hatchback 4-Door | select |
| 2015 | $49.99 | — | 1.6L I4; 2.0L I4; 1.6L I4 | First Edition Hatchback 4-Door · Addition Hatchback 4-Door · Momentum Hatchback 4-Door · R-Design Hatchback 4-Door | select |
| 2014 | $49.99 | — | 1.6L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.0L I5 | First Edition Hatchback 4-Door · Addition Hatchback 4-Door · Momentum Hatchback 4-Door · R-Design Hatchback 4-Door | select |
| 2004 | $29.99 | 3 | 1.9L I4 | LSE Wagon 4-Door · 2.0T Wagon 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door | details → |
| 2003 | $29.99 | 2 | 1.9L I4 | T4 Wagon 4-Door · 2.0T Wagon 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door | details → |
| 2002 | $29.99 | 1 | 1.9L I4 | T4 Wagon 4-Door · 2.0T Wagon 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door | details → |
| 2001 | $29.99 | 1 | 1.9L I4 | T4 Wagon 4-Door · 2.0T Wagon 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door | details → |
| 2000 | $29.99 | 1 | 1.9L I4 | T4 Wagon 4-Door · 2.0T Wagon 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door | details → |
| 1999 | $29.99 | — | 1.9L I4 | T4 Wagon 4-Door | select |
Related Volvo models: Volvo V40 Cross Country 2013–2018
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2004 V40 manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 151
- General Information 1,449
- Accessories & Equipment 5,846
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 1,898
- Body & Frame 4,056
- Maintenance 45
- Brakes 1,815
- Restraints 1,846
- Drivelines & Axles 181
- Steering 500
- Electrical 3,387
- Suspension 1,192
- Engine Mechanical 1,994
- Transmission 2,276
- Engine Performance 7,539
- Torque 177
04 / Other yearsOther V40 years
2019 Volvo V40 · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 120 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: T4 Sport Hatchback 4-Door · T3 Addition Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2019 V40.
2018 Volvo V40 · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 120 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: T5 R-Design Hatchback 4-Door · T4 Sport Hatchback 4-Door · T3 Addition Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2018 V40.
2017 Volvo V40 · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 120 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: T5 R-Design Hatchback 4-Door · T4 Sport Hatchback 4-Door · T3 Addition Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2017 V40.
2016 Volvo V40 · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 120 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 1.5L I4 — 92 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: First Edition Hatchback 4-Door · Addition Hatchback 4-Door · R-Design Hatchback 4-Door · Sport Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2016 V40.
2015 Volvo V40 · $49.99 select →
Engines: 1.6L I4 — 95 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 2.0L I4 — 120 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: First Edition Hatchback 4-Door · Addition Hatchback 4-Door · Momentum Hatchback 4-Door · R-Design Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2015 V40.
2014 Volvo V40 · $49.99 select →
Engines: 1.6L I4 — 95 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 2.0L I4 — 120 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 2.0L I5 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: First Edition Hatchback 4-Door · Addition Hatchback 4-Door · Momentum Hatchback 4-Door · R-Design Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2014 V40.
1999 Volvo V40 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 1.9L I4 — 113 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: T4 Wagon 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1999 V40.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore V40 manual | $29.99–$49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the V40 manual
Which V40 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1999 to 2019 — 12 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Volvo V40 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Volvo published for the V40, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include V40 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every V40 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover V40 recalls?
8 recalls are on federal record across the 1999–2019 V40, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Volvo dealers.
Why do some V40 years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 1999–2004 at $29.99, 2014–2019 at $49.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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