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Volvo Penta MD2020

  • 3 cyl
  • 0.68 l
  • 19 hp
  • Diesel

Engine data

Specifications for Volvo Penta MD2020
Power19 hp (13.8 kW)
Cylinders3
Displacement0.68 l
FuelDiesel
TypeInboard
DriveMS2 reverse gear or 120S saildrive

Autumn and spring plan for Volvo Penta MD2020

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 861473 · 3.4 l API CD, SAE 15W-40 (alt. SAE 20W-50) · every 100 hours or annuallyBuy: Marinshopen · Benns
  • Replace the fuel filter and pre-filterFuel filter (fine) 861477 · every 200 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 200 hours or annuallyBuy: Marinshopen · Benns
  • Clean the vacuum valveevery 200 hours or annually
  • Check the air filterevery 400 hours or every two years
  • 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
API CD, SAE 15W-40 (alt. SAE 20W-50)
Capacity including filter
3.4 l
Note
Approx. capacity incl. oil filter, engine not tilted.

Valve clearance

Intake
0.2 mm
Exhaust
0.2 mm
Measurement ratio
cold, stationary engine

Thermostat & RPM

Thermostat
75 °C
Note
Starts opening at 75 ± 2 °C, fully open at 87 °C.
Idle
850 ± 25 rpm

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 MD2020
PartPart numberNoteSource
Oil filter8614731 pcsBuy (7)replaces 3808605, 861826Volvo Penta Shop – maintenance parts MD2010–MD2040 (external link)
Volvo Penta Shop – 861473 (external link)
FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – MD2020 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Fuel filter (fine)8614771 pcsBuy (7)replaces 21190113, 3580096, 3841080Volvo Penta Shop – maintenance parts MD2010–MD2040 (external link)
Volvo Penta Shop – 861477 (external link)
FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – MD2020 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Fuel filter element (pre-filter, 10 micron)8610141 pcsBuy (4)for separate water separator; replaces 828897Volvo Penta Shop – maintenance parts MD2010–MD2040 (external link)
Volvo Penta Shop – 861014 (external link)
FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – MD2020 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
V-belt9735341 pcsBuy (2)replaces 966898Volvo Penta Shop – maintenance parts MD2010–MD2040 (external link)
Volvo Penta Shop – 973534 (external link)
FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – MD2020 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Impeller kit35936591 pcsBuy (6)older number, superseded by 22222936; supersedes 3586497Volvo Penta Shop – maintenance parts MD2010–MD2040 (external link)
Volvo Penta Shop – 3593659 (external link)
Impeller kit222229361 pcsBuy (6)current number; replaces 3593659, 21951344FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – MD2020 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Volvo Penta Shop – 22222936 (external link)
Thermostat8619111 pcsBuy (3)MD2010, MD2020FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – MD2020 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Volvo Penta Shop – 861911 (external link)
Oil filter215495441 pcsBuy (5)newer numbers per FYB (MD2020–MD2040)FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – MD2020 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Air filter35805091 pcsBuy (2)FYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – MD2020 service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Volvo Penta Shop – 3580509 (external link)
Sacrificial anode 120S/MS25S saildrive (aluminium)239739781 pcsBuy (3)if the engine is fitted to a 120S/MS25S saildriveFYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – 120S service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Sacrificial anode 120S/MS25S saildrive (magnesium, fresh water)8766041 pcsBuy (1)if the engine is fitted to a 120S/MS25S saildriveFYB Marine (Volvo Penta dealer) – 120S service parts (fybmarine.shop)
Power Products Systems (Volvo Penta dealer) – Maintenance Parts 120S, 130S, 150S, MS25S (powerproductsystems.com)
Zinc ring 120S/MS25S saildrive8762861 pcsBuy (4)if the engine is fitted with a 120S/MS25S saildrive (salt water)Power Products Systems (Volvo Penta dealer) – Maintenance Parts 120S, 130S, 150S, MS25S (powerproductsystems.com)

Exploded views & parts catalogs

  • Official
    Exploded view (official) (external link)

    Volvo Penta Shop – maintenance parts MD2010–MD2040

  • Shop
    Parts catalog (exploded diagrams) (MD2010A MD2020A MD2030A MD2040A) (legacy.marinepartsexpress.com)
    EN · HTML
  • Shop
    Parts catalog (exploded diagrams) (MD2010B MD2020B MD2030B MD2040B…) (legacy.marinepartsexpress.com)
    EN · HTML
  • Shop
    Parts catalog (exploded diagrams) (MD2010C-D MD2020C-D MD2030C-D…) (legacy.marinepartsexpress.com)
    EN · HTML
  • Shop
    Product sheet (Volvo Penta, copy) (sra-moteur.com)
    EN · PDF
  • 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

  • MD2010 11 shared part numbers
  • MD2030 9 shared part numbers
  • MD2040 9 shared part numbers
  • D1-13 4 shared part numbers
  • D1-20 4 shared part numbers
  • D2-40 4 shared part numbers
  • D1-30 3 shared part numbers
  • D2-55 3 shared part numbers
  • D2-75 3 shared part numbers
  • 120S 2 shared part numbers

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Service guides

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

Frequently asked questions about MD2020

How much oil does the MD2020 take?

MD2020 takes about 3.4 litres of engine oil including the filter. Approx. capacity incl. oil filter, engine not tilted.

What is the valve clearance on the MD2020?

Intake 0.2 mm and exhaust 0.2 mm, cold, stationary engine.

Where can I find the owner's manual for MD2020?

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

How many cylinders does MD2020 have?

Volvo Penta MD2020 has 3 cylinders.

What fuel does the MD2020 use?

Volvo Penta MD2020 runs on diesel.

Which impeller fits the MD2020?

Part number 22222936 is listed for this model.

Sources

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