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Volvo Penta MD5A

  • Diesel

Engine data

Specifications for Volvo Penta MD5A
FuelDiesel
TypeInboard
DriveReverse gear or 110S saildrive

Autumn and spring plan for Volvo Penta MD5A

Here's what to do when hauling out and launching. Always follow the instruction book for your engine.

Autumn

  • Change the engine oilOil filter 22057107 · 2.1 l API CD (DS); SAE 20W-30 above +10 °C, SAE 10W below +10 °C · First change after 20 h. · every 50 hoursBuy: Marinshopen · Benns
  • Change the reverse gear oilevery 50 hours
  • Check and adjust the valve clearanceevery 50 hours
  • Change the oil filterOil filter 22057107 · 2.1 l API CD (DS); SAE 20W-30 above +10 °C, SAE 10W below +10 °C · every 100 hours or annuallyBuy: Marinshopen · Benns
  • Check the fuel system: filter, strainer and injectorsevery 100 hours or annually
  • Replace the fuel filter and water separatorFuel filter (fine) 829913 · Fill the tank to reduce condensation.Buy: Marinshopen · Watski
  • Remove the impeller and store it dryImpeller kit 21951342Buy: Marinshopen · Benns
  • Winterise the raw water systemLet the engine draw in antifreeze until it comes out of the exhaust, or drain the system as described in the owner's manual.

Spring

  • Check the drive beltevery 100 hours or annually
  • Check the cooling systemevery 100 hours or annually
  • Fit the impellerImpeller kit 21951342 · Replace it if it is stiff or cracked.Buy: Marinshopen · Benns
  • Check belts, hoses, oil level and coolant
  • Check through-hulls, seacocks and hose clamps
  • Charge and connect the batteries, clean the terminals
  • After launching, check that nothing is leakingStart the engine and check that cooling water flows out evenly.
Add to calendarTick off in the service bookTwo reminders a year: in April and in October.

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Service data

Troubleshooting

Starting problems

Runs rough, stalls or loses power

Smoke and exhaust

Cooling and temperature

Oil, water and fuel

Electrics, alarms and fault codes

Drive, gearbox and trim

Manuals

Spare parts

Spare parts for Volvo Penta MD5A
PartPart numberNoteSource
Impeller kit219513421 pcsBuy (6)Alternatives: 5replaces 3586496Volvo Penta Shop – 21951342 (external link)
Oil filter8343371 pcsBuy (7)Alternatives: 1older number, superseded by 22057107Volvo Penta Shop – 834337 (external link)
Fuel filter (fine)8299131 pcsBuy (4)Alternatives: 1listed as 'filter' in the VP catalog; replaces 877195Volvo Penta Shop – 829913 (external link)
Sacrificial anode 110S saildrive (lower gear housing)8758121 pcsBuy (4)Alternatives: 1if the engine has a 110S saildrive; replaces 850073Volvo Penta Shop – 875812 (external link)
FYB Marine – 110S saildrive zinc ring anode (fybmarine.shop)
Oil filter220571071 pcsBuy (7)Alternatives: 1current number; replaces 834337Volvo Penta Shop – 22057107 (external link)
Thermostat kit8757831 pcsBuy (2)Alternatives: 1replaces 838286Volvo Penta Shop – 875783 (external link)

Exploded views & parts catalogs

  • Shop
    Parts catalog (exploded diagrams) (legacy.marinepartsexpress.com)
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  • Shop
    Marine Parts Express – exploded views, Volvo Penta diesel (legacy.marinepartsexpress.com)

    Spare parts diagrams by engine model, free to browse.

  • Shop
    Marine-diesel-engine-manuals.com: Volvo Penta (external link)

    Workshop and instruction manuals for AQ, GL/GXi and drives. Some pages can be previewed for free; the full manual must be purchased.

Parts shared with

  • MD7A 5 shared part numbers
  • MD11C 5 shared part numbers
  • MD17C 5 shared part numbers
  • 2001 4 shared part numbers
  • 2002 4 shared part numbers
  • 2003 4 shared part numbers

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Service guides

Replacing the impeller →Winterize a boat engine →Find the engine number →

Frequently asked questions about MD5A

How much oil does the MD5A take?

MD5A takes about 2.1 litres of engine oil including the filter.

What is the valve clearance on the MD5A?

Intake 0.3 mm and exhaust 0.35 mm, warm engine.

Where can I find the owner's manual for MD5A?

Links to owner's manuals and workshop manuals are available under Manuals.

What fuel does the MD5A use?

Volvo Penta MD5A runs on diesel.

Which impeller fits the MD5A?

Part number 21951342 is listed for this model.

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