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Volvo Penta D2-40

  • 4 cyl
  • 1.51 l
  • 37.4 hp
  • Diesel

Engine data

Specifications for Volvo Penta D2-40
Power37.4 hp (27.5 kW)
Cylinders4
Displacement1.51 l
FuelDiesel
TypeInboard

Autumn and spring plan for Volvo Penta D2-40

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

Autumn

  • Change the engine oil and oil filterOil filter 3840525 · 6.5 l VDS-2 + ACEA E7 / Global DHD-1 / API CH-4 / API CI-4 (minimum VDS-3 rating per table); SAE 15W-40 or 20W-50 · every 500 hours or annuallyBuy: Marinshopen · Benns
  • Replace the fuel filter and pre-filterFuel filter (fine) 861477 · every 500 hours or annuallyBuy: Marinshopen · Benns
  • Change the reverse gear oilevery 200 hours or annually
  • Lubricate the propeller shaft seal (gearbox)every 200 hours or annually
  • Change the S-drive oilevery 200 hours or annually
  • Remove the impeller and store it dryImpeller kit 22222936Buy: 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.
  • Check anodes, belts and hoses

Spring

  • Check the raw water pump impellerImpeller kit 22222936 · every 500 hours or annuallyBuy: Marinshopen · Benns
  • Clean the vacuum valveevery 500 hours or annually
  • 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

Engine oil

Specification
VDS-2 + ACEA E7 / Global DHD-1 / API CH-4 / API CI-4 (minimum VDS-3 rating per table); SAE 15W-40 or 20W-50
Volume
6.5 l
Capacity including filter
6.5 l
Note
Max oil capacity excl. filter per the technical data sheet; capacity incl. filter per the owner's manual.

Coolant

Specification
Volvo Penta Coolant VCS (yellow, OAT) or Volvo Penta Coolant (green)
Volume
6.4 l
Note
Engine coolant capacity incl. heat exchanger.

Thermostat & RPM

Thermostat
90 °C
Note
Opens at 90 ± 2 °C, fully open at 102 °C.
Idle
850 ± 25 rpm
Max RPM
3200 rpm

Good to know

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 D2-40
PartPart numberNoteSource
Impeller kit35936591 pcsBuy (6)Alternatives: 8older number, superseded by 22222936; supersedes 3586497Volvo Penta Shop – 3593659 (external link)
Oil filter38405251 pcsBuy (7)Alternatives: 1replaces 3589316Volvo Penta Shop – 3840525 (external link)
FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – D2-40 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Fuel filter (fine)8614771 pcsBuy (7)Alternatives: 3replaces 21190113, 3580096, 3841080Volvo Penta Shop – 861477 (external link)
FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – D2-40 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Pre-filter element (water separator 877767)35810781 pcsBuy (4)Alternatives: 2replaces 858202, 858201Volvo Penta Shop – 3581078 (external link)
FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – D2-40 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Impeller kit222229361 pcsBuy (6)Alternatives: 8current number; replaces 3593659, 21951344FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – D2-40 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Volvo Penta Shop – 22222936 (external link)
Drive belt213146841 pcsBuy (2)FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – D2-40 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Air filter (intake silencer)38099241 pcsBuy (1)Alternatives: 1Volvo Penta: 'intake silencer'; replaces 3840471FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – D2-40 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Volvo Penta Shop – 3809924 (external link)
Fuel filter element (pre-filter, 10 micron)8610141 pcsBuy (4)Alternatives: 1replaces 828897FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – D2-40 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Volvo Penta Shop – 861014 (external link)
Sacrificial anode 130S/150S saildrive (magnesium)226512471 pcsBuy (2)Alternatives: 1if the engine is fitted to a 130S/150S saildrive; replaces 3888306FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – 130S service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Volvo Penta Shop – Anode for S-drive 130S, 150S, lower gear (external link)
Power Products Systems (Volvo Penta dealer) – Maintenance Parts 120S, 130S, 150S, MS25S (powerproductsystems.com)
Sacrificial anode 130S/150S saildrive (aluminium, ring)236156361 pcsBuy (6)Alternatives: 2if the engine is fitted to an MS25S/130S/150S saildrive; replaces 22651246FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – 130S service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Volvo Penta Shop – 23615636 (external link)
Zinc anode 130S/150S saildrive226512461 pcsBuy (6)Alternatives: 2if the engine is fitted with a 130S/150S saildrive (salt water); replaces 3888305Power Products Systems (Volvo Penta dealer) – Maintenance Parts 120S, 130S, 150S, MS25S (powerproductsystems.com)
Volvo Penta Shop – 22651246 (external link)
Drive belt219511881 pcsBuy (2)Alternatives: 1replaces 3812159Volvo Penta Shop – 21951188 (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

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  • D1-13 8 shared part numbers
  • D1-20 8 shared part numbers
  • D2-55 6 shared part numbers
  • D2-75 6 shared part numbers
  • MD2030 5 shared part numbers
  • MD2040 5 shared part numbers
  • MD2010 4 shared part numbers
  • MD2020 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 D2-40

How much oil does the D2-40 take?

D2-40 takes about 6.5 litres of engine oil including the filter. Max oil capacity excl. filter per the technical data sheet; capacity incl. filter per the owner's manual.

Where can I find the owner's manual for D2-40?

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

How many cylinders does D2-40 have?

Volvo Penta D2-40 has 4 cylinders.

What fuel does the D2-40 use?

Volvo Penta D2-40 runs on diesel.

Which impeller fits the D2-40?

Part number 22222936 is listed for this model.

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