From 1995 to 1999, the Swedish company produced the 1.6-liter Volvo B4164S engine, which was fitted to the basic modifications of the first generation of the S40 model or the V40 station wagon. A more potent version of this device with a phase regulator is available under the B4164S2 index.
B4164S, B4164S2, B4184S, B4184S2, and B4194T are members of the 2.0-liter modular engine family.
The engine was mounted on:
- Volvo S40 I (644) in 1995 – 1999;
- Volvo V40 I (645) in 1995 – 1999.
Specifications
| Production years | 1995-1999 |
| Displacement, cc | 1587 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 105 |
| Torque output, Nm | 143 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 81 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 77 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.4 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Volvo S40 1997) — city — highway — combined |
10.2 5.9 7.8 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
Disadvantages of the B4164S engine
There isn’t even a phase regulator in this version of the straightforward and dependable gasoline engine.
Lubricant consumption as a result of clogged crankcase ventilation is the main issue.
The valves bend when the timing belt breaks because it frequently travels less than the recommended 90,000 kilometers.
A broken ribbed belt and the water pump’s backlash can also harm it.
A damaged camshaft position sensor rotor can occasionally be the reason for engine failure.