How do I know what Volvo Penta engine I have?
The information decal is usually located on the engine cover or other flat surface that is easy to see. It lists the identification numbers for the engine and also for the drive unit or reverse gear. The appearance may vary depending on the engine model and year of production.
What oil does a Volvo Penta engine take?
SAE 30 Synthetic Engine Oil (SAE 10W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil) Volvo Penta has discontinued the straight 30 weight oil and now recommends SAE 10W-40 synthetic. Volvo Penta states that the straight 30 weight oil and the new 10W-40 multi-grade can be used together with no issues.
How much oil does a Volvo Penta take?
Volvo Penta Outdrive and Water Jet Specifications
| Drive Type | Oil: Type | Oil: Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| SP-E | Synthetic gear oil API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | 2.6 liters |
| DP-A | Gear oil, API GL-5, SAE 90 | 2.7 liters |
| DP-A1 | Gear oil, API GL-5, SAE 90 | 2.7 liters |
| DP-A2, DP-B, DP-B1, DP-C, DP-C1, DP-D | Synthetic gear oil, API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | 2.7 liters |
What gear oil goes in a Volvo Penta outdrive?
75W 90 Synthetic GL-5 Gear Oil Lubricant, is designed specifically for Volvo Penta sterndrives. This 100% synthetic oil reduces friction for longer gear life, higher torque and sustained horsepower. For late-model Volvo Penta sterndrives, including SX, DP-S, DP-SM, XDP, DPX and IPS units.
What kind of engine does Volvo Penta tamd71 have?
Volvo Penta TAMD71 service parts and spare parts Technical Specification: TAMD71A, TAMD71B series diesel range. Manufactured from 1996 to 2000. Inline 6-cylinder, 218- 357 hp. Oil capacity approximately 20 litres of VDS3 oil dependant on inclination. The Volvo Penta TAMD71A, TAMD71B is an in-line 6-cylinder, fresh water-cooled diesel engine.
How much oil does a tamd71a take?
Technical Specification: TAMD71A, TAMD71B series diesel range. Manufactured from 1996 to 2000. Inline 6-cylinder, 218- 357 hp. Oil capacity approximately 20 litres of VDS3 oil dependant on inclination.
What is the weight/power ratio of the TAMD 61 and 71a?
New technical developments have made it possible to achieve an extremely low weight/power ratio— 2.2 kg/hp for the TAMD 61A and 2.3 kg/hp for the TAMD 71A with the output set for light duty operation.
What kind of coolant for a tamd71?
The heat exchanger and air cooler on any TAMD71 should be cleaned and all the “O” rings changed, every 5 years to prevent overheating. A TAMD71 diesel should run on Volvo green coolant.