150S
- Saildrive for larger engines
- Heavier-duty leg than the 130S
Volvo Penta 150S
- Diesel
Drive specs
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Type | Saildrive |
| Gear ratios | 2.19:1 |
|---|---|
| Oil type | Engine oil SAE 15W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 3.01 l |
| Propeller system | Single propeller |
Volvo Penta replaced the earlier ATF with SAE 15W-40 (May 2011).
Lower unit variants
| Variant | Gear ratio | Year | Identification | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150S-A, 150SR-A, 150S-B, 150SR-B | 2.19:1 | — | 3.01 l | Volvo Penta Workshop Manual Saildrive 130S/150S 7742984 (via bavariayacht.org) (external link) |
Service points
- Saildrive seal (diaphragm) against the hull
- Drive oil: changing it and checking for water in the oil
- Sacrificial anode on the drive
Troubleshooting
Cooling and temperature
Drive, gearbox and trim
How to identify the drive
The drive has its own plate, separate from the engine's: on the upper gear housing or the transom shield. Saildrive: plate on the gear housing; read the model, product number and serial number.
Compare all drives →Official identification charts
- Volvo Penta SternDrive Models – publication 7738236-4 (12-2006)
Manuals
Spare parts
| Part | Part number | Note | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Propeller shaft seal | 3593663 | Two required | Poseidon Marine: saildrive seal kit MS25/120S/130S/150S (3593663) (external link) |
| Bearing housing O-ring | 889672 | Poseidon Marine: saildrive seal kit MS25/120S/130S/150S (3593663) (external link) | |
| Drain plug O-ring | 3855081 | Poseidon Marine: saildrive seal kit MS25/120S/130S/150S (3593663) (external link) | |
| Rubber diaphragm kit (hull seal) | 21389074 | FYB Marine: rubber diaphragm kit for all saildrives 21389074 Marine Parts Express: The One List 150S-A | |
| Sacrificial anode, zinc | 3888305 | Anode kit, zinc | Marine Parts Express: The One List 150S-A |
| Sacrificial anode, magnesium | 3888306 | Anode kit, magnesium | Marine Parts Express: The One List 150S-A |
Exploded views & parts catalogs
- ShopParts catalog (exploded views) 150S-A/B, 150SR-A/B
- ShopMarine Parts Express – exploded views, Volvo Penta diesel
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Frequently asked questions about 150S
Where can I find the owner's manual for 150S?
Links to owner's manuals and workshop manuals are available under Manuals.
What fuel does the 150S use?
Volvo Penta 150S runs on diesel.
Sources
- Marine Diesel Engine Manuals – Volvo Penta (external link)
- Marine Parts Express: Volvo Penta outdrive specifications (oil, capacity, gear ratio)
- Volvo Penta workshop manual saildrive 130S/150S (7742984) (external link)
- Marine Parts Express: Volvo Penta oils (drive oils by drive)
- Volvo Penta – marine engines (external link)
- Volvo Penta – instruction manual (history: marine engines since 1907) (external link)
- Wikipedia: Volvo Penta (en) (external link)
- Wikipedia: Volvo Penta (sv) (external link)
- Poseidon Marine: saildrive seal kit MS25/120S/130S/150S (3593663) (external link)
- FYB Marine: rubber diaphragm kit for all saildrives 21389074
- Marine Parts Express: The One List 150S-A
- Volvo Penta: Find the serial number (external link)