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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

V6-240, V6-280

V8-300, V8-350

Summary of Contents for V6-240

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Page 3: ...rols 15 Optional 57 Starting 64 Operation 71 Engine Shutdown 90 Fault Handling 96 Fault Code Register 98 In Case of Emergency 106 Troubleshooting 110 Maintenance Schedule 127 Maintenance 132 Storage 157 Technical Data 161 Alphabetical index 171 47706354 08 2015 AB VOLVO PENTA 1 ...

Page 4: ...mers employees and the community By embracing care of the environment as a core value Volvo demon strates its understanding of the environmental impact its products have upon nature and the shared urban and rural surroundings Volvo Penta continually commits a considerable part of its development resources toward minimizing the environmental impact of its products Examples of areas where we are alw...

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Page 6: ...s DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious personal injury CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate personal injury Look for the safety alert symbol and Danger Warning and Caution messages in th...

Page 7: ... is legally required to know and follow the current navigation and safety laws Make sure you know the laws that apply to you and the waters in which you are boating Contact the relevant authorities for specifics We strongly recommend you take a course in safe boating Contact your local boating organization to find available courses Always observe the following minimum precau tions while boating In...

Page 8: ...operate the engine compartment bilge blower as recommended by the boat manufacturer before starting the engine Do not operate the engine without a fully functioning bilge blower Safety messages covering gasoline and fuel vapors encountered while working on your boat or engine are provided in the appropraite locations throughout the manual Look for the saftey alert symbol triangle DANGER A rotating...

Page 9: ...ese hazards are covered in the procedures look for the safety alert symbol triangle A key component of safety on a boat is the condition of the boat and its systems including the power pack age A boat that has not been regularly maintained or that has neglected mechanical problems is more likely to break down potentially leaving its passengers in dangerous situations P0018155 P0018148 Safety Infor...

Page 10: ... odorless and tasteless gas that weighs about the same as air It cannot be expected to rise or fall like some other gases because it will distribute itself throughout the space Do not rely on the sense of smell or sight of other gases to detect CO as it diffuses in the air much more rapidly than easily detectable vapors i e visible and aromatic vapors What Makes Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide is ...

Page 11: ... is not breathing perform rescue breathing or approved cardiopul monary resuscitation CPR as appropriate until medical help arrives Prompt action can make the difference between life and death Evacuate the area and move affected per son s to a fresh air environment Observe the victim s Administer oxygen if available Investigate the source of CO and take corrective action Marine CO Detection System...

Page 12: ... swim platform Do not swim in the vicinity of exhaust outlet s Since carbon monoxide production is greater when engines are cold versus when they are warm a boat operator should minimize the time spent on getting underway In order to minimize CO buildup do not warm up or run propulsion engine s for extended peri ods while the vessel is stationary A boat operator should be aware that carbon monoxid...

Page 13: ...s and under certain operating conditions the low pressure area may form in other regions and permit carbon monoxide to enter the hull through openings that are not at the back of the boat Other factors during boat operation which may affect carbon monoxide concentration include Adding or removing canvas may raise or lower CO levels Image 51618 illustrates desired air flow through the boat As shown...

Page 14: ...l systems for altitude conditions may cause an increase in CO Reduced power resulting from increased altitude may require adjustments to propeller size Heavy seas or out of trim conditions tend to load engines resulting in reduced performance and increased CO pro duction Portable Generator Sets Do not use this equip ment on boats Gasoline powered portable gen erator sets produce CO These sets disc...

Page 15: ... parts or mechanic the VAS coordinator will make all arrangements necessary to get you back underway as soon as possible A service charge may apply in some situations Membership to Volvo Action Service is provided auto matically to all Volvo Penta engine owners As long as your Volvo Penta engine is under factory warranty this service covers Volvo Penta related repairs Refer to the accompanying war...

Page 16: ... site see below Customers in the US can also call toll free 1 800 522 1959 Volvo Penta on the Internet www volvopenta com Whether you re trying to replace a lost operator s man ual searching for updated service information about your engine looking for parts information or simply attempting to locate the nearest authorized Volvo Penta dealer Volvo Penta on the Internet is the web site to visit Add...

Page 17: ...approved standard configurations These configurations consist of control units comput ers and cabling connected to optional gauges control panels shift and throttle controls displays and joy sticks As you read through this manual remember that an item that is covered in a section may not be installed on your boat The integrity of the system is critical to system per formance Never cut or modify co...

Page 18: ...sor on the panel The twin panel only requires one key to activate the panel and start both engines The ignition is activated when the system is unlocked The LED on the Ignition button I turns on when the ignition is activated Pressing the Ignition button I turns the ignition on or off With the ignition on press the Start Stop button S to start the engine The Led on Start Stop turns on when the eng...

Page 19: ...s as the standard e Key system However it uses wireless Wi Fi key fobs that can remotely activate the panels ON unlocks the system OFF locks the system 1 and 2 are for control of future accessories and options One key is standard see a Volvo Penta dealer to add additional keys up to four total Battery The battery for the key is CR2032 Access the battery by removing the battery cover If the remote ...

Page 20: ...Penta ignition keys are marked with a code for use when ordering extra keys Record the code so that replacement keys can be ordered Start Stop Panel The start stop panel is situated on stations other than the main station NOTICE Please refer to the chapters entitled Start ing and Operation before attempting to start the engines The ignition key s on the main station must be in the ON or RUN positi...

Page 21: ...ltmeter 3 Oil Pressure 4 Coolant Temperature 5 Rudder Indicator 6 Fuel Level 7 Fresh Water Level 8 Analog Trim 9 Digital Trim Gauges may not be Volvo Penta parts The dash lay out and which gauges are used are determined by the boatbuilder If your boat is equipped with gauges not described here or you are not sure about their func tionality please refer to the manual for your boat or contact your d...

Page 22: ...s a serious fault has occur red Reduce speed to idle investigate immediately Amber Warning Indication Fault An amber lamp means a lesser fault has occurred Investigate as soon as possible Oil Pressure Red Indicator The oil pressure lamp means that the engine oil pres sure is too low Reduce speed to idle investigate immediately See Fault Code Register page 101 Battery Amber Indicator The battery la...

Page 23: ...ation Button Push the helm station activation button to activate and lock unlock the station The helm station is active Press button again to lock the helm station The helm station is locked Start Stop Buttons P0001308 Push the Start Stop buttons to start or stop both engines The dots above the engine symbol shows which engines are running A white dot means an engine is running Contrast Backlighti...

Page 24: ...e Register EVC System Display There are five possible displays Glass Cockpit displays 8 inches and larger are cov ered by separate manuals that come with the displays Refer to those manuals for complete details on the dis plays and their functionality 7 Color Display A larger color LCD display It pro vides a variety of information in a larger easier to read format Additional information about this...

Page 25: ...to strong sunlight can damage the screen Use the cover to protect the screen whenever the display is not in use There is a status field on the right of the screen that displays the current view active functions and repaired faults This status field will also indicate whether the safety lanyard is connected SLY or disconnected SLY Pop up A number of functions can be switched on and off in a pop up ...

Page 26: ... made under the Customize menu Information for up to three engines can be displayed on the same screen in boats with multiple engine installations they are dis tinguished by different color dials in the instruments Customize Press OK so that the Customize menu is displayed Press OK to access the submenus Add Remove Modify and Return to basic setting Use the knob to browse between menus 1 Pop up me...

Page 27: ...t that is to be removed and con firm with OK Changing Instruments Turn to the Modify menu and press OK Select the instrument that is to be changed and press OK Choose between Remove removes the instrument Replace changes one instrument for another Turn to the desired instrument and press OK Analogue Numeric specify whether the instrument will be displayed as analog or digital P0001188 P0001184 P00...

Page 28: ...d Instant Fuel Rate current fuel consumption per hour Average Fuel Rate average fuel consumption since the last trip computer zero reset Instant Fuel Economy based on current fuel con sumption Average Fuel Economy average since the last trip computer zero reset Time to Empty operating time with fuel remaining in the tank based on current fuel consumption Distance Remaining trip distance with fuel ...

Page 29: ...o connect a camera to the screen e g for monitoring the engine compartment or swim plat form If a camera is installed images will be displayed in this view SETTINGS Screen settings and different function settings are made in this view Turn to the desired menu and press OK to access the submenus Mode Choose between the modes Day dark text on a white background or Night light text on a dark backgrou...

Page 30: ...ill be displayed and the type of installation the engines is part of Units setting of units metric U S and distance km Nm or miles Language selecting the screen language Gauge Range setting instrument maximum display range Boat Speed 10 100 knots in steps of 10 knots Engine Speed 2500 3000 4000 5000 6000 rpm Propeller Speed 1000 2000 3000 rpm EVC Information this information cannot be changed Feat...

Page 31: ...e to strong sunlight can damage the screen and cause malfunctions The Volvo Penta 4 color display is controlled by means of buttons on the panel Return to the previous menu by pressing the BACK button P0001101 Press the CONTRAST button to adjust the dis play contrast The image reverts automatically a short while after the button is released Menu button functions are shown on the dis play Scroll ba...

Page 32: ...yard system SLY indicates the safety lanyard is connected SLY indi cates it is disconnected See Safety Lanyard page 74 Engine View Information concerning the engine and its transmission is shown in Engine View The information is shown in two windows switch between the windows by pressing the arrow buttons Up to six different pieces of operations data can be shown on the display The information sho...

Page 33: ...tion Average Fuel Average Fuel Rate Average fuel consumption since the last trip computer zero reset Average Fuel Economy Average since the last trip computer zero reset Trip Distance Average fuel consumption per unit of distance since the last trip computer zero reset Trip Fuel fuel consumption per unit since the last trip computer zero reset Trip Hours Time travelled since the last trip com pute...

Page 34: ... against a light background and Night shows light text against a dark background Fuel Tank Fuel tank calibration and settings For information regarding calibration refer to the section entitled Fuel Tank in this chapter Drive Type The setting may only be made by authorized Volvo Penta personnel Toe in Toe out Adjustment The setting may only be made by authorized Volvo Penta personnel Neutral Beep ...

Page 35: ...NM or miles distances will be shown in Language Setting the language in which information will be shown Speed Factor Setting the speed factor refer to Log Cal Factor in this chapter EVC Information Information about components software and func tions installed Installed functions are checkmarked Warning Manager If the system discovers a fault the helmsman is informed by a message on the display Th...

Page 36: ...1 Press the MENU button and select Replace Gauge 2 Navigate using the arrow buttons to the gauge for replacement and press OK 3 Select the gauge to be replaced and press OK Restore Default View The display has a basic setting that may be restored 1 Press the MENU button and select Restore Default View 2 Press OK Instruments and Controls 34 47706354 08 2015 AB VOLVO PENTA ...

Page 37: ...ly will also accesses the main menu Browse backwards or forwards through the menus by pressing the or button Hold either button to scroll through a menu Confirm a selection by pressing the OK button Settings Browse to the settings menu and press OK to proceed to the submenu Full panel functionality and setup is covered in the next section EVC Menu Fault Messages If the system discovers a fault the...

Page 38: ...EVC menus described below may appear in the display but may not be installed or they may appear grayed out or they may not appear at all Optional functions that are com patible with your engine and drive package may be purchased and activated at any authorized Volvo Penta dealer Instruments and Controls 36 47706354 08 2015 AB VOLVO PENTA ...

Page 39: ...al information on how to select these items for viewing please refer to My View Menu page 41 in this chapter Some information requires optional accessories If the boat does not have this equipment installed the informa tion will not be available for viewing The Vessel Fuel Rate screen will only be available for twin engine installa tions 1 Settings 19 Fuel Level 2 Faults 20 Battery Voltage 3 Tow R...

Page 40: ... of the Active Corrosion Protection System optional Vessel Fuel Rate Displays the sum of the instantaneous fuel rate per hour for twin engine installations l h gal h Trip Fuel Rate Displays average fuel rate per hour since last reset l h gal h Fuel Rate Displays instantaneous fuel rate per hour l h gal h Trip Fuel Economy Displays fuel consumption over distance nm l km l mile l nm gal km gal mile ...

Page 41: ...s engine speed in revolu tions per minute rpm Water Temp Displays the temperature of the water surrounding the boat C F Optional Volvo Penta water temperature sensor multisen sor required Slip Factor Not used on gas engines Settings Menu In the Settings menu you may set various options and calibrate various parameters for the EVC system Available option include My View Drive Type OEM Dealer Only T...

Page 42: ...n what depth you want to monitor The depth sounder may be placed anywhere between these points The depth alarm is dependent on the depth offset A Water line B Lowest point C Depth sounder Adjust the depth offset in increments of 0 1 m or 1 ft by using the arrow buttons and press OK when done 51461 Depth Alarm Pop up The depth alarm pop up will appear when the depth is less than the depth alarm set...

Page 43: ...ndow Following is a list of the informational screens that may be selected in the My View menu Use the scroll but tons to view the list of items When an option you wish to have displayed in the main menu level is highlighted located within the rectangular box ensure the box next to the item is blackened Rudder Angle Trip Fuel Rate Engine Hours Trip Distance Engine RPM Trip Fuel Econ Coolant Temp T...

Page 44: ... located in the EVC Info function are informational only and cannot be modified Units The Units option allows you to select which units to display These settings need to be performed only on one display twin installation at one station for the settings to apply to all displays in the boat In the Settings menu scroll to select Units Press the OK button to enter Units settings US or Metric Press the...

Page 45: ... a blackened box next to it for it to be activated All EVC menus will now appear in the language selected Info Beep The info beep sound level for the built in buzzer in the EVC system can be adjusted in increments of 5 between 0 100 This setting needs to be per formed on each station For twin installations The setting only needs to be performed on either dis play on each station In the Settings me...

Page 46: ...os 1 The first position is the trim angle of the drive at idle 7 Now adjust the drive angle for the second posi tion Press OK to confirm 4 Adjust the setting to the desired angle by using the scroll buttons then press OK to confirm Once confirmed you will be returned to the PTA Calibration menu 8 Repeat Steps 5 7 for the remaining PTA posi tions You may revert to the default EVC settings for PTA C...

Page 47: ...r must perform fuel tank capacity and fuel tank empty calibrations In the Settings menu scroll to select Fuel Tank Press the OK button to enter Fuel Tank settings Fuel Multipoint Calibration 51821 When the more precise Multipoint Calibr is selected the fuel level sender is calibrated in five equally divided steps 20 full pos 1 40 full pos 2 60 full pos 3 80 full pos 4 and 100 full pos 5 To perform...

Page 48: ...If your boat is equipped with a Volvo Penta speed sensor multisensor this setting needs to be per formed The log calibration speed factor for the boat s paddle wheel speed sensor can be adjusted with a resolution of 1 from 100 to 100 to apply a correction to the output from the speed sensor Set the speed factor while driving the boat Compare the displayed speed with speed data from the GPS or anot...

Page 49: ...essage confirming that throttle only mode has been turned on Move the lever past the Shift Forward position to access the throttle function To return to normal control operation press the Throt tle Only button again The system will sound two beeps to indicate Throttle Only has been turned off Cruise Control Pressing the Cruise Control button 7 allows you to turn cruise control on or off Pressing t...

Page 50: ...ay make minor adjust ments in 50 RPM increments by pressing the left and right arrows 4 To deactivate tow mode simply return the con trol lever to neutral then press OK The screen display will change from On to Off NOTICE If at any time Tow Mode appears to be functioning irregularly it may be reset by shutting off the engine Upon engine restart Tow Mode will have been reset If any problems persist...

Page 51: ... to horizontal Trimming the drive down lowers the bow of the boat In single engine installations the drive can be trimmed by pressing button A In twin engine installations both drives can be trimmed together by pressing button 1 Trim drives individually by pressing the starboard or port button 2 Trimming the Drive Up Press the upper portion of button 1 or A to trim the drive up On a twin installat...

Page 52: ...ransom i e lower the bow For further information on power trim please refer to Maneuvering Power Trim Instrument and Displays Digital Instrument 51279a The digital instrument shows the trim angle in digits and the trim range TRIM and beach range BEACH in letters When in beach range the LED 1 lights orange When in tilt range the LED 2 lights red no letters are displayed When the system is first sta...

Page 53: ...and beach range BEACH in letters When in beach range the LED 1 lights orange When in tilt range the LED 2 lights red no letters are displayed When the system is first started the digits read 88 and both words TRIM and BEACH are displayed Analog Gauge 50897 This gauge shows the current position of the drive Beach range is marked with an orange zone and Tilt range with a red zone 1 Trim range 2 Beac...

Page 54: ...y pressing the Trim Assist button 8 on the control Press the button again to deactivate PTA It is possible to change the power trim assistant default settings by performing a power trim calibration For additional information please see PTA Calibration in the section EVC Menu PTA will not move the drive if it is manually trim med above 7 NOTICE If the boat is equipped with Power Trim Assistant the ...

Page 55: ...aise the drive beyond the trim range until the drive has reached the mechanical tilt limit NOTICE If your transom shield drive package is not mechanically limited when applying power trim over ride mode use extreme caution while raising the drive as there is a possibility of pushing the drive into the swim platform NOTICE Do not run engine above idle speed when overriding trim limits as it may cau...

Page 56: ...nstructions for the remote control used in your boat since operation and function may differ from Volvo Penta remote con trols 51813 51814 1 Power Trim Adjust 9 Safety Lanyard Emergency Stop Switch 2 Neutral Interlock 10 Power Trim Adjust 3 Engine Throttle Control Lever 11 Station Activation On Off Lock 4 Status Indication Lights 12 Single Lever Mode On Off 5 Tow Cruise Control Adjust 13 Throttle ...

Page 57: ...as a friction brake that can be adjusted for lighter or stiffer lever move ment Resistance in click mode can also be adjusted 1 Switch off the engine 2 Remove the cover 3 3 Adjust the friction brake 1 and or click mode 2 by turning the screw clockwise for stiffer lever move ment and counterclockwise for lighter lever movement 4 Reinstall the cover Steering System Joystick The Volvo Penta Joystick ...

Page 58: ...king function is activated engine RPMs are limited and the boat can only be steered by the joystick In order to activate the docking function all of the fol lowing conditions must be met engines running control levers in neutral helm station active joystick in center position Activating the docking function Activate docking mode by depressing the docking but ton A on the joystick An audible signal...

Page 59: ...in menu or the last menu used When the autopilot is active the helm steering unit is locked but may always be used for e g changing course or giving way to obstacles The autopilot will then default to stand by mode and must be activated again If the Shadow Drive function is activated in the Set tings menu the autopilot is re activated automatically after a course change has been made manually with...

Page 60: ...nd a route or waypoint has been cre ated in the plotter The display shows the distance to the next waypoint along the plotted route Refer to GPS Steering for further information and settings Setting a course The boat s course is set by means of the arrow buttons 10 1 1 10 One click on the button changes the course 1 at a time if the button is held down longer the course is changed in larger steps ...

Page 61: ...pilot a waypoint must be activated in the plotter this point will be the pattern s central marker The selected pattern helm and any other settings are shown on the display Pattern steering is deactivated if the boat s course is changed using the helm or autopilot buttons reactiva tion is manual Orbit The boat is steered on a circular course around the active waypoint The radius of the circle is de...

Page 62: ...es The boat is steered in a circular pattern based on its position when the pattern is activated Setting the helm port or starboard and the time taken to complete a circle 180 turn The boat turns through 180 and then maintains the new course Setting the helm port or starboard for the direction of the turn Man over board MOB Turns the boat to come parallel with the position when MOB was activated S...

Page 63: ...topilot must be manually reactivated Step size Setting the number of degrees a course is changed when the Autopilot menu arrow buttons are held down Dealer autopilot settings Settings in this menu may only be changed by an authorized Volvo Penta dealer System Course Setting a reference for calculating course informa tion Magnetic calculating a course based on magnetic North True calculating a cour...

Page 64: ...ur boat the pier or other boats in close proximity to yours NOTICE ACPS is designed for salt water applications only using the system in fresh water while harmless will not protect your drive from corrosion The ACPS control module will be mounted near the rear of the engine The module has green G and red R LED indicator lights The lights indicate the status of the system 1 Green LED only indicates...

Page 65: ...a system of fittings and hoses A If your engine is equipped with a hot water outlet sys tem the impact on normal boat operation should be minimal Keep the following in mind if your engine has this system The extra hoses and the accessory add capacity to the cooling system It may take longer to heat up the engine The extra capacity must be accounted for when replacing the coolant P0019974 Optional ...

Page 66: ...to start an engine This may cause an explosion in the inlet manifold Before you to start your engine be sure to perform the inspection items provided in the daily checklist located in Maintenance Schedule Do not start the engine out of the water unless you have connected a hose with running water to the engine flushing port see Engine Flush page 93 for instructions Before using your boat see Stati...

Page 67: ...blower and run as recom mended by the boat manufacturer Frequently check boat s bilge area for gasoline fumes 3 Check the bilge for excessive water accumulation Bilge water will run to the transom during acceler ation and could damage the starter or other engine components 4 Open the fuel valve B if equipped 5 Check the engine oil level top off if needed 6 If your engine is equipped with a freshwa...

Page 68: ...takes are submerged There should be no obstructions in the water near the pro pellers Starting the Engine Can Not Start Trim Too High This fault error message can occur at engine start if the drive is tilted too high It may also occur if the trim sender has failed and is providing a false high reading The engine will not start with the trim reading in the tilt range See Fault Code Register page 99...

Page 69: ... when the system is unlocked The LED on the Ignition button I turns on when the ignition is activated Pressing the Ignition button I turns the ignition on or off With the ignition on press the Start Stop button S to start the engine The Led on Start Stop turns on when the engine is running Press the Start Stop button again to stop the engine Pass the key over the sensor to lock the EVC system NOTI...

Page 70: ...t within 20 seconds If a station is active and locked the engine s can only be started from that station EVC engines are equipped with an auto crank feature Pressing the start button will cause the engine to con tinue to crank for up to 5 seconds or until the engine starts Should you need to stop cranking simply press the stop button NOTICE Risk of starter damage do not run the starter for extende...

Page 71: ...tion Skip to step 4 3 For top mount controls press and release the Throttle Only button B then move the lever to the Shift Forward position 4 Move the lever to Full Throttle all the way forward 5 Turn the key to S Start If the engine does not start release the key and try again NOTICE After a second attempt if the engine still does not start return the control lever to the neutral position and try...

Page 72: ...the lever to the Shift Forward position 4 Move the lever to Full Throttle all the way forward 5 Press the Start Stop button S If the engine does not start press the button again NOTICE After a second attempt if the engine still does not start return the control lever to the neutral position and try a normal engine start 6 As soon as the engine starts return the shift lever to Neutral P0016539 P001...

Page 73: ...ure is too low Stop the engine immediately and investigate Operating the engine with low oil pressure will damage the engine See Troubleshooting page 116 Normal operating temperatures for these engines is 155 180 F 68 82 C WARNING Risk of fire Immediately investigate any engine over heat situation The engine can catch fire if the overheat is prolonged or severe Correct the overheat situation befor...

Page 74: ...s mentioned above and the corrective steps refer to Troubleshoot ing Maneuvering Safety precautions for boat operation DANGER A rotating propeller can cause serious injury Never boat near people who are swimming or where there is a risk that there are people in the water The engine must be off if there is anyone in the water near the boat Check that nobody is in the water before shifting the drive...

Page 75: ...systems before leaving the dock Control Operation To go from forward to reverse or reverse to forward always pause at neutral N and allow engine speed to return to idle To go forward Move the control handle forward from neutral detent to the forward detent position F Throttle movement begins after the forward detent position After the throttle is activated continue mov ing the control handle to in...

Page 76: ...ning at idle speed pull lan yard If engine does not stop see your dealer for repairs NOTICE Only test the safety lanyard at engine idle speed Activating the safety lanyard at higher RPMs may cause engine water ingestion which can cause serious engine damage If the lanyard is too long do not cut and re tie the lan yard Shorten by looping or knotting the lanyard When the switch is pulled the engine ...

Page 77: ...e If the engine will not reach the WOT range the boat may be overloaded or over propped and should be taken to the dealer for correction Power Trim Tilt Trim Controlling the trim system is an important part of maneuvering a boat Power trim provides this control at the helm of the boat allowing the operator full and easy control of the trim system Power trim is normally used as part of accelerating...

Page 78: ...t to boat depending on the angle of the transom Beach Range Beach range for a drive with a single prop is any angle between 13 and 30 For a drive with twin props it is any angle between 8 and 30 This range is used for running at reduced speed in shallow water or where water depth is uncertain NOTICE Maximum safe engine speed when running in beach range is 1000 rpm Make sure the drive s coolant inl...

Page 79: ... of the trim system trim in or out This is worsened with speed and changing sea conditions Avoid excessive trim in or out If you experience boat instability or high steering torque set the trim to neutral and return to port at reduced speed See your Volvo Penta dealer to cor rect the situation Trim Operation during Takeoff Trim is used to get the boat on plane when taking off from a stand still or...

Page 80: ...own position B is normally used for accel eration onto plane operating at slow planing speeds and running against a rough sea WARNING Avoid excessive trim in bow down when operating at speed and or in rough seas The boat s bow may dive in to oncoming waves causing the boat to bow steer or spin rapidly possibly injuring the boat s passengers Be aware of these undesirable conditions that can occur w...

Page 81: ... NOTICE Shift mechanism must be in Neutral to start engine Neutral Interlock Button The neutral interlock button 2 available on the side mount control only prevents accidentally moving the throttle out of neutral This button must be depressed to shift the throttle out of neutral To move the control lever away from neutral depress the neutral interlock button 2 While keeping the button pressed move...

Page 82: ... be in Neutral to start engine Twin Lever P0016562 The port lever 3 controls both the drive shift mechanism and the engine speed control for the port engine The starboard lever 4 controls both the drive shift mecha nism and the engine speed control for the starboard engine N Neutral position drive is disengaged and the engine runs at idle speed F Drive forward gear engaged for forward move ment R ...

Page 83: ...nes must be running during close maneuvering or at slow speeds If only one engine is running water may be forced back through the under water exhaust outlet and cause serious engine dam age NOTICE Do not attempt to plane boat while operating on a single engine operating with a single engine at full throttle could cause engine or transmission dam age Engine Synchronization Function The engine synch...

Page 84: ...ve when the EVC system is started up with the ignition key s If the engine is started from a secondary station that station automatically becomes active instead During engine start the EVC system sometimes restarts automatically If this happens the main station becomes active even though the start was performed from a secondary station The following instructions apply to both single engine and twi...

Page 85: ... travelling forward If the power steering system stops working the steer ing wheel will still function but it will feel harder to steer If this condition occurs look for possible causes and fix them if possible If the power steering system cannot be corrected on board proceed at a reduced speed You will be able to steer the boat but with increased effort See your authorized Volvo Penta dealer as s...

Page 86: ...ended periods with only one engine running Both engines must be running when under way If only one engine is running water may be forced back through the exhaust of the engine that is not running causing serious engine damage NOTICE Do not attempt to run the boat on plane if operating on a single engine operating with a single engine at full throttle could cause engine or transmission damage If ru...

Page 87: ...oat will continue to move in the selected direction even after the joystick has been released Compensate for this movement by moving the joystick in the opposite direction NOTICE The joystick and it s functions are only to be used when docking In all other cases the wheel and control levers should be used A Move straight forward E Traverse diagonally B Move straight backward F Rotate to Starboard ...

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Page 89: ... cause freezing NOTICE When temperatures drop below freezing failure to completely drain the cooling system will result in serious damage to the engine and exhaust mani folds NOTICE Freeze damage to the engine package is not covered by your Volvo Penta limited warranty Upon completion of engine operation drain the engine as described in Draining the Engine Shallow Water Operation WARNING The sudde...

Page 90: ...nderwater vegetation or other submerged debris This may lead to overheating and engine damage High Altitude Operation Volvo Penta EFI engines have programmed altitude compensation however there may be a slight per formance loss at altitudes above 5000 feet due to lower air density If you are boating above 5000 feet for a short time a lower pitch propeller will restore some of the lost performance ...

Page 91: ... A boat travelling at a speed of approximately 70 M P H 60 knots covers about 101 feet 30 meters in 1 sec ond The faster you go the quicker things will happen High speed driving requires a lot of water and a good distance from possible hazards Always allow for ade quate reaction time Always reduce speed when visi bility is reduced for whatever reason When driving make sure that all passengers are ...

Page 92: ...ING Avoid abrupt changes in speed or direction when maneuvering towards a dock or slip Passengers could be injured if thrown about in the boat due to sudden changes in boat movement Stop the Engine Allow the engine to run at low idle in neutral for a few minutes after operations are completed This allows engine temperatures to equalize This is especially important when the engine has been run at h...

Page 93: ...hrough the exhaust ports Stopping Using the Start Stop Panel Push the stop button for each engine Release the but ton when the engine has stopped If a station is active and locked the engine s can only be stopped from that station Stopping Using the e Key Press the Start Stop S button for each engine to stop the engines Remember to lock the system with the e Key if the boat will be unattended If t...

Page 94: ...al anodes oxidize on the surface This prevents them from functionally correctly when placed back in the water Before using the boat again the sacrificial ano des on the drive and shield must be cleaned with emery paper to remove any oxidation Do not use a wire brush or other steel tools when cleaning as these may damage the anodes Engine Shutdown 92 47706354 08 2015 AB VOLVO PENTA ...

Page 95: ...l 3 Connect a water hose from a fresh water source to the female flush connector 4 Turn water on full and start the engine 5 Let engine idle until engine temperature stabilizes at its normal operating range This will allow the thermostat to open and ensure the fresh water cir culates throughout the engine 6 After engine is flushed shut down the engine 7 Disconnect water hose and reinstall the cap ...

Page 96: ...ransporting the trailer The drive should be all the way up and secured whenever the trailer and boat are being moved During transport be aware of high spots or dips in the roadway such as railroad crossings low street gutters large potholes or other uneven road surfa ces Be careful when backing The drives could strike the road or ground causing damage When you have reached your destination if the ...

Page 97: ...amage to engine compo nents If the water is not drained during freezing con ditions expanding ice will crack and damage these components NOTICE If the engine is run with these damaged com ponents major engine damage is possible 1 Loosen the clamps on hoses marked with A 2 Remove the hoses and lower the end of each hose below the level of the power steering cooler B Allow water to completely drain ...

Page 98: ... that may appear as pop ups in the displays They must be acknowledged to stop appearing in the display Alarm for Faults 50905a This type of alarm appears as a Caution Warning or Danger pop up that alternates between source of fault cause of fault and action to take It appears in the display representing the engine with the fault If the fault is more serious the fault pop up is also accom panied by...

Page 99: ...is higher than fuel alarm set point Fuel Depth Alarm Signal Lost Message 51694 51461a This message appears as a pop up when the Fuel or Depth alarm is out of order If the fuel level or depth alarm has been set and the signal is lost for instance in the case of sensor mal function the alarm signal loss pop up will appear Messages 51283 There are a variety of message pop ups that appear to attract t...

Page 100: ...moving the boat to a safe location preferably anchoring mooring or docking and then shutting down the engine s When following the steps outlined in the Operator Actions if the fault ceases there may be no need to go to the dealer However after following the steps if the fault persists see your dealer as soon as possible Fault Code 1 Symptom 2 EVC Action 3 Operator Action 4 Color 5 Lamp 6 Alarm 7 E...

Page 101: ...s fault is present Key Return the key to the off position Hold the ignition key in the start position for more than 5 seconds Engine will start Use procedure at main station eKey Press Stop Then press and hold Start for more than 5 sec onds Engine will start Check Control Lever Symptom Fault in throttle control lever EVC Action Depends on severity of fault red or amber lamp Red warning lamp Cannot...

Page 102: ... the key back on again AMBER Restart engine s If the engine cannot be operated from the chosen con trol panel use an alternative control panel Contact a Volvo Penta dealer Check Joystick Symptom Fault in joystick EVC Action Engine power is reduced Operator Action RED When safe to do so shut off and restart engines AMBER If engine cannot be operated from the chosen control panel use an alternate co...

Page 103: ...nta dealer Coolant Temp Symptom Engine coolant temperature too high EVC Action Engine power is reduced Operator Action RED Check coolant level Check that the seawater intake is clear Check the impeller in the seawater pump Check that no leakage occurs If the cooling water flow ceases the exhaust hose should be inspected internally and replaced if the hose shows signs of damage Contact a Volvo Pent...

Page 104: ...If engine is off engine will not start Operator Action AMBER Check fuel pump relay in fuse box and replace if nec essary Contact a Volvo Penta dealer if the fault persists Key Failure Symptom Key or start panel inoperative Possible short in electrical cables EVC Action None Operator Action AMBER If the engine cannot be started from the chosen control panel use an alternative control panel Contact ...

Page 105: ...ion Engine will stop If engine is off engine will not start Operator Action AMBER Check ignition relay in fuse box and replace if neces sary Contact a Volvo Penta dealer if the fault persists Power Trim Faults Symptom Fault in power trim system Possibility that the system does not detect relays or trim sensor drifts without operator action Also may be a trim sensor fault resulting in no readings E...

Page 106: ...ng lamp may result in limited steering and or limited RPM No action taken on amber caution lamp Operator Action RED Throttle back to neutral Tilt the failed drive into the tilt position Check steering oil level AMBER Check for leaks in steering system Check for kinked hoses Contact a Volvo Penta dealer Steering Oil High Temp Symptom Steering oil overheat situation Functionality remains unaffected ...

Page 107: ...ontrolling SCU This fault could result in other faults occur ring EVC Action None Operator Action AMBER Check battery condition Check for loose battery cables If possible and if necessary switch battery selector to ALL and use house batteries Contact a Volvo Penta dealer if the fault persists Fault Code Register 47706354 08 2015 AB VOLVO PENTA 105 ...

Page 108: ...ding The safety of the boat s occupants should be a high priority The circumstances of the impact including the speed any injuries or any damage done should be factored into the course of action taken to protect the occupants and then minimize any further damage to the boat NOTICE If there are problems at any of the following steps call for assistance to move the boat to a location where it can be...

Page 109: ...in reverse operate at low RPMs to reduce the potential for damage To prevent galvanic corrosion any paint damage on the drive and propeller should be repaired before launching the boat again Tie Rod Applies to twin engine boats with mechanical not elec tric steering The tie rod connects the tiller arms of the two drives It is mounted inside the boat at the rear of the engines Check the tie rod if ...

Page 110: ...e in proximity to the batteries The batteries give off hydrogen gas during charging which when mixed with air can form an explosive gas This gas is easily ignited and highly vol atile WARNING Risk of explosion Jumper cables connected to the wrong battery terminal example positive cable to negative terminal will cause a spark which could ignite gases created by the battery or any fuel vapors in the...

Page 111: ...ipment until the battery has charged NOTICE Do not run starter for extended periods starter overheat and failure may occur 5 Turn off the engine Remove the jumper cables in the opposite order of connection If discharged batteries occur frequently the boats elec trical systems should be checked for the cause Also check the engine s charging system In Case of Emergency 47706354 08 2015 AB VOLVO PENT...

Page 112: ...tion all of the following must be present for the engine to run COMPRESSION Mixture inducted into cylinder and compressed SPARK Proper intensity at the proper time FUEL Proper mixture of air and fuel EXHAUST Clear of any obstructions COOLING water is needed to cool the engine NOTE If the troubleshooting steps that follow do not resolve the issue call for assistance or see a Volvo Penta authorized ...

Page 113: ...nition switch Neutral Safety switch terminals connected switch bad Engine Cranks But Will Not Start Ignition Circuit Check Ignition fuse and relay Spark plug wires condition firmly mounted to coil and spark plug Spark plugs for proper gap fouling burned elec trodes or cracked dirty insulator Low battery voltage Fuel System Check Fuel level Fuel shutoff and multiple tank valves are open and operati...

Page 114: ...ge too high water in fuel old fuel Hard Starting Hot Engine Is this a New Condition Check Fuel quality octane too low ethanol percentage too high water in fuel old fuel Ignition system secondary circuit spark plug wires spark plugs Condition of battery and cables Starter motor for overheat damage Starting Problems after engine was run Check Ignition system secondary circuit spark plug wires spark ...

Page 115: ...em secondary circuit spark plug wires spark plugs Cooling System Check Seawater pump circulation pump Loose belts and or pulleys Engine Mounts Check Loose broken or worn engine mounts Loose lag screws or bolts holding mounts to stringer Alternator Check Loose pulley see dealer Noise from bearings see dealer Noise from belt tensioner or pulleys Drive Check Failed U joints or gimbal bearing see deal...

Page 116: ...bstructions to the water intakes e g sea weed plastic bags etc Check cap on running engine flush port to ensure it is securely in place See Engine Flush page 93 Seawater pump impeller damaged or blocked For additional information see Maintenance Impeller Checking Replacing Must have tools and parts on hand Seawater pump circulating pump and belts Coolant level in expansion tank See Freshwater Cool...

Page 117: ...k plugs Ignition fuse and relay Engine Won t Reach Operating RPM Refer to Engine Protection Mode Check Boat overloaded or load improperly placed Marine growth on hull and drive refer to Boat Bot tom Fuel quality octane too low ethanol percentage too high water in fuel old fuel Wrong propeller refer to Propeller Replacement Oil quantity proper level on dipstick Engine overheating Ignition system op...

Page 118: ...ble connections to ensure they are clean and tight Use a fully charged battery to jump start the engine Refer to Starting Using Auxilliary Batteries in In Case of Emergency Recharge starter battery Check battery condition replace if necessary To Prevent All electrical accessories including ignition circuit are turned off Turn battery switch off and disconnect main battery negative cable from batte...

Page 119: ... can usually be traced to differences between actual conditions and the test conditions The condition of the hull also influences performance See Hull Weight and Boat Bottom that follow Hull Weight Total boat weight is an important factor in performance This is a combination of the boat and the passengers and gear that are on the boat Any increase in boat weight will reduce boat speed To minimize ...

Page 120: ... 4200 RPMs Bring the engine to idle to investigate the problem Use the oil pressure and temperature gauges to verify a problem exists Check the engine dipstick for proper oil level See Troubleshooting page 114 for tempera ture issues The low oil pressure engine overheat problem must be corrected before the engine will return to normal operation If a temperature problem caused the EPM to activate t...

Page 121: ...reaches recommended levels If you are unable to remove oil from the engine make way at reduced speed Correct the oil level as soon as possible If the oil level is not the problem or the alarm continues to sound after adjusting the oil level check to see if there are any additional problems such as engine over heating See the next section for additional informa tion If the problem persists contact ...

Page 122: ...Water in Oil and Oil Level OceanX drives are equipped with a sensor that moni tors oil level and quality If the oil level in the drive is low or water is detected in the oil an alarm will sound for one second every sixty seconds If this alarm sounds check the level and quality of the oil in the drive NOTICE Operating the drive with low or poor quality oil could lead to major drive damage If the al...

Page 123: ...ne is cranking or running If a pump is not working check the fuse and replace if necessary See your Volvo Penta dealer if further service is required The fuel filter C is also mounted to the fuel cell To change the filter see Engine Fuel Filter Replacement NOTICE A loud whining noise at idle may be due to a restricted fuel filter causing a noisy fuel pump Oper ating the engine with a restricted fi...

Page 124: ...en sensor located above Fuse and Relay Box cover may be very hot A label on the cover shows the location type size and other information for the relays fuses and breakers Part numbers are also provided The image is an example of one of these labels and may not represent your engine See the cover label on your engine Spare fuses are located on the inside of the fuse box cover Remember to replace an...

Page 125: ...teering If you experience difficulty steering the boat check for the following Check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir Fluid level on the dipstick B should be in the range A shown in the image Make sure the drive is not blocked from moving Check all steering line fittings to ensure they are tight Check for leaks Check all hoses and fittings for leaks pinches Check that all hose clamp...

Page 126: ...surrounding boats Disconnect shore power wait 8 hours and recheck If still present temporarily relocate boat to another area away from the marina and check again Loose or corroded terminals on the electronic unit or battery Clean and tighten connectors Copper bottom paint is in contact with the transom shield Remove paint and ensure there is a 25mm 1 in border between transom shield and bottom pai...

Page 127: ...ne exhaust will sit lower in the water This raises the water level in the exhaust If you add too much weight the water level will be high enough to allow water inges tion NOTICE Water ingestion damage from over loading is not covered by warranty Consider the static water line of your boat before add ing equipment such as generators appliances coolers and other heavy items Do not store un needed ge...

Page 128: ...ld next to and above the manifold B 4 Unplug the end of the hose and allow water to drain down until it has maintained a stable level 5 Measure the vertical distance C from water line D in the hose to the top of manifold B This is the SWL Measurement C should be 13 in 33 cm or greater 6 If the SWL is less than 13 in 33 cm contact your Volvo Penta dealer for information on raising the engine s exha...

Page 129: ...l scheduled maintenance However Volvo Penta may deny you warranty coverage for your emission control system if failure results from abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications If emission control system repair is required during the warranty period you are responsible for presenting your engine to a Volvo Penta authorized dealer as soon as the problem exists The warranty repairs...

Page 130: ...nents for leaks Power Steering Fluid Check level Remote Control and Shift System Check for proper operation Owner s Checklist Check Each Month 1 Check Correct Fill Lube Adjust Tighten Clean Change Replace Batteries and Connections Batteries hold charge connections clean and tight Drive Unit Oil 2 Exhaust System 3 Check for damage corrosion leaks and loose clamps 1 Check correct these items every m...

Page 131: ...tems to deter future problems If any items fail the checks the dealer should correct them as needed Scheduled maintenance and any corrective work performed are part of normal maintenance and as such are not part of warranty Exceptions may occur based on what the dealer finds during the service work Always insist that your dealer use genuine Volvo Penta parts oils and lubricants when servicing your...

Page 132: ...ecalls Dealer to check serial number on Partner Network Serpentine Belt Wear tension Oil and Filter 1 2 Change Fuel Pump and System Check for leaks Flame Arrestor Properly secured Fuel Filter Replace Exhaust System 3 Check for damage corrosion leaks loose clamps Sacrificial Anodes Exhaust Manifolds Visual inspection replace if eroded more than 30 Cooling System Check coolant level check sys tem fo...

Page 133: ...atteries and Connections Batteries hold charge connections clean and tight Engine Alignment 1 Check General Inspection All engine and drive hard ware clamps screws nuts etc Power Steering Check for proper operation check hoses and components for leaks Power Steering Fluid Check level Steering System Cable s Check for proper oper ation lubricate Steering Control Unit Sterndrive Joystick Only Dealer...

Page 134: ...losion prevention in gasoline fueled boats Use of non marine parts may result in onboard explosions Certain fuel and electrical system components must comply with U S Coast Guard and other regulations for explosion prevention Parts or components that comply with these regulations are designed so they will not emit fuel vapors or cause ignition of fuel vapors in the engine compartment To prevent ex...

Page 135: ...or genuine oils lubricants and coolant Always insist that your dealer use genuine Volvo Penta parts oils and lubricants when servicing your engine and drive Genuine Volvo Penta parts have been designed and approved to meet the safety require ments and heavy demands of marine engines Volvo Penta replacement parts are designed to meet all applicable legal requirements and industry standards for mari...

Page 136: ...ocks when work ing on electrical systems To disconnect electrical power remove the ignition key turn off the power supply to the engine at the main switches lock the switches or tag the switches to alert others tag all starting positions Disconnect and remove any shore power connections to the boat Reverse the procedure when the maintenance work has been completed Pressure Washing NOTICE Do not us...

Page 137: ...e carried out by an author ized Volvo Penta workshop The engine must not be modified in any way except with accessories and service kits approved by Volvo Penta No modifications to the exhaust pipes and air supply ducts for the engine may be undertaken Seals may only be broken by authorized personnel Otherwise the general instructions contained in this Operator s Manual concerning operation servic...

Page 138: ...il Fill Cap 9 Belt Tensioner 3 Engine Flush Fitting 10 Fuel Filter 4 Engine Oil Dipstick 11 Coolant Expansion Tank 5 Flame Arrestor 12 Coolant Fill Cap 6 Heat Exchanger 13 Engine Oil Filter 7 Serpentine Belt 14 Power Steering Dipstick Maintenance 136 47706354 08 2015 AB VOLVO PENTA ...

Page 139: ...A that is driven by the crankshaft pulley F and is routed around the automatic belt tensioner B alternator pulley C idler pulleys D and circulation pump pulley E To determine if the belt is worn stretched check the indicators located on the automatic tensioner housing B When marks G and H align the belt is stretched and should be replaced If G is between H and I the belt is good A small stretch be...

Page 140: ...verter Approved SAE 10W 40 is recom mended and should be used for oil changes If Volvo Penta oil is unavailable an alternative oil can be used as long as it meets the Engine Oil Specifications page 162 Always change the oil filter every time the oil is changed Information has been provided in Operators Manuals Workshop Manuals and other publications that provide crankcase capacities for these engi...

Page 141: ... oil level on the dipstick will be low To get an accurate oil level reading on the dipstick 1 Run the engine to normal operating temperature then shut it off and wait at least 5 minutes 2 Remove the dipstick and check the oil level NOTICE Gas engines require a precise oil fill level to operate correctly Overfilling results in high operating temperatures foaming air in oil loss of power and overall...

Page 142: ...rts and replace if fuel leakage or parts deterioration are found DANGER To prevent fire and explosion perform all service pro cedures with the engine turned OFF DANGER Turn off the main battery switch to prevent stray sparks Eliminate all sources of spark DANGER Failure to inspect your work may allow fuel leakage to go undetected This could become a fire or explosion hazard WARNING Risk of fire Wh...

Page 143: ...sion and oxidation Add the treatment according to the instructions on the label Also use the treatment for offseason storage winterization as part of the fuel treatment process See Fuel Treatment During Storage page 143 Volvo Penta gasoline engines are equipped with a water separating fuel filter see Engine Fuel Filter Replacement The use of an additional water sepa rating fuel filter between the ...

Page 144: ... prepared to catch any fuel that spills from the filter or pump 3 Use a filter wrench to loosen the filter Remove the filter 4 Using clean engine oil lightly lubricate the gasket C and inner seal D on the new fuel filter 5 Screw the new filter on to the pump assembly Hand tighten 6 Clean up any spilled fuel Safely discard the filter and any absorbent materials 7 Turn on the main battery switch 8 R...

Page 145: ...e level of mechan ical skill and knowledge If you do not feel comfortable performing this procedure see your Volvo Penta dealer for assistance Ask the dealer to perform this Fuel Storage Mixture procedure as part of preparing the engine for storage Using a portable outboard engine fuel tank add Fresh fuel enough to run engine 15 minutes Two cycle motor oil 50 1 ratio gas to oil Volvo Penta Ethanol...

Page 146: ...d to idle and stop the engine 4 Reconnect the boat fuel line to the fuel inlet fitting and check for fuel leaks Do not start engine DANGER Failure to inspect your work may allow fuel leakage to go undetected This could become a fire or explosion hazard Electronic Fuel Injection The electronic fuel injection EFI fuel metering system delivers the correct amount of fuel to the engine under all operat...

Page 147: ...the coolant filler cap B and add ing coolant via the fill spout Do not fill above the max imum fill line A WARNING Do not open the coolant filler cap when the engine is hot Steam or hot fluid could spray out causing severe burns NOTICE The filler cap at C is for power steering fluid Do not add coolant to this section of the reservoir Engines covered by this manual are filled at our factory with th...

Page 148: ...t 10º F 6 C lower than the lowest expected tempera ture for the area where the engine will be stored Check the coolant at ambient temperature do not check hot coolant safety and inaccurate reading concerns The coolant solution can be strengthened to protect at lower temperatures by draining half a gallon of coolant from the engine and replacing with a half gallon of full strength antifreeze soluti...

Page 149: ...s of over heating or deterioration of the rubber Defective bellows must be replaced before the boat is used again Inspect the exhaust manifolds M risers R elbows E and pipe P for signs of corrosion For replacement of exhaust parts see your Volvo Penta dealer Exhaust Anodes There is an anode in each exhaust manifold see illus tration Exhaust anodes must be checked yearly or once every 100 hours to ...

Page 150: ...rder V6 1 6 5 4 3 2 V8 1 8 7 2 6 5 4 3 Spark Plugs Very high quality spark plugs were installed in your engine at the factory Replacement spark plugs must be of equal quality See your dealer for the correct spark plugs The ignition and fuel management systems of these engines are finely tuned around many factors includ ing the exact specification of the spark plugs After market plugs and plugs fro...

Page 151: ... before beginning any work Before working on the cables turn the battery switch to OFF and disconnect any accessories wired directly to the battery Incorrect battery cable connections can create a spark make sure battery cables are mounted to the correct battery post to to A spark can also be created when connecting or dis connecting the cables If there are electrical loads on the positive cable t...

Page 152: ... posts and cables should be free of corro sion If corrosion is present disconnect the cables and clean the posts and cable ends Corroded con nections prevent full current flow which can lead to numerous electrical issues with the engine or boat Make sure battery connections are tight Loose con nections also prevent full current flow Keep the batteries charged especially during stor age P0016587 Ma...

Page 153: ...ks Replace if needed Tighten dipstick to 48 72 in lb 5 4 8 1 Nm During oil level check inspect oil for signs of water intrusion The oil should be amber in color Milky look ing oil indicates water mixed with the oil Also check for metal or other debris in oil If moisture or metal flakes appear in the drive unit oil take the boat to your Volvo Penta dealer Painting the Drive The drive and transom sh...

Page 154: ...s required unless trim system performance is poor If system performance is poor contact a Volvo Penta dealer or refer to the Workshop Manual Pitot Tube Speedometer Port The pitot tube located at the leading edge of the drive unit provides pressure input for the speedometer If the pitot tube becomes clogged e g silt sand vege tation the speedometer may stop functioning To clear debris from the pito...

Page 155: ...cations Inspecting Drive Anodes Inspect anodes see Maintenance Schedule for fre quency If an anode is 2 3 its original size 1 3 eroded replace it The amount of erosion on the drive anode is a good indication of the condition of the shield anode If additional electronic or electrical equipment is instal led each item should have an individual anode or grounding device and all grounding devices must...

Page 156: ...le 2 Turn the engine off and allow the oil to settle for at least 30 minutes 3 Remove the gear shift cover using a 12mm socket to loosen and remove the five screws holding it in place 4 Insert the key into the ignition switch O Turn the key one step to the right I to switch on engine sys tem voltage and instrumentation Do not start the engine 5 Move the plastic protector A off off the oil sensor c...

Page 157: ...ever you remove or replace a propeller Do not attempt to hold propellers by hand when you remove or install propellers and propeller nuts Serious injury could result NOTICE Never continuously run with a damaged pro peller Running with a damaged propeller can result in drive unit and engine damage NOTICE Propellers must be removed and the shaft re greased according to the frequency provided in the ...

Page 158: ...Steering Fluid Do not overfill the reservoir NOTICE Never fill the steering system with oil of unknown quality Non recommended oil may cause steering operation impairment or component damage Do not allow contaminants to enter the reservoir when checking or filling the oil level NOTICE Filler cap C is for coolant anti freeze Do not add power steering fluid to this section of the reservoir P0019978 ...

Page 159: ...ne will be protected during storage and will run more reliably when you put your boat back in the water Short Term Storage Up to two months Flush engine with fresh water See Engine Flush page 93 Drain water from raw water side of engine cooling system Do not drain the engine block See Draining the Cooling System page 95 Store battery as recommended by manufacturer Add fuel stabilizer refer to Etha...

Page 160: ...milar on ends Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace drive oil Fuel system treatment as described in Fuel Treatment During Storage page 143 Check coolant for proper fill level and freeze pro tection level Drain water from raw water side of engine cooling system See Draining the Cooling Sys tem page 95 Close the valve in the fuel line between the tank and the engine s fuel pump or fuel filter if...

Page 161: ...nstall all engine drain plugs Reconnect any hoses removed for storage Check battery for correct charge Reinstall if removed Open the fuel shut off valve and check fuel system for leaks Check all oil and fluid levels and fill as nec essary Check drive transom shield and heat exchanger anodes Clean or replace as nec essary Storage 47706354 08 2015 AB VOLVO PENTA 159 ...

Page 162: ...bat tery cables Open the fuel shut off valve and check fuel system for leaks Check the flame arrestor If dirty contact your dealer for cleaning Pump the bilge dry and air out engine com partment Federal state and or local regu lations prohibit the pumping of oil into any navigable waters Check all oil and fluid levels and fill as nec essary Check drive and transom shield anodes Clean or replace as...

Page 163: ...gine cover or Parts Catalog Spark plug gap 0 040 inches 1 025 mm Spark plug installation torque 11 ft lb 15 Nm COOLING SYSTEM Thermostat 155 F 68 C closed cooling heat exchanger mounted on engine Coolant type See Coolant page 165 OIL FILTER Engine oil filter Volvo Penta replaceable paper element OIL CAPACITY NOTICE Overfilling the oil can cause engine and or drive damage Always use the dipstick to...

Page 164: ...alytic Converter Approved SAE 10W 40 These oils are engineered to meet all of the requirements of your high output engine and are for mulated specifically for marine engines These oils are available at Volvo Penta dealers If the Volvo Penta oil is not available use an oil that meets NMMA FC W Catalyst Compatible specifica tions Viscosity should be SAE 10W 40 or higher example 15W 40 20W 40 25W 40 ...

Page 165: ...ontain injector cleaners and other additives that protect the fuel system and provide improved performance EFI engines may obtain an increase in power from higher octane fuels NOTICE Leaded gasoline may be available in some markets Leaded gasoline will damage the catalysts and can not be used in engines with catalytic convert ers Catalyst failure due to improper fuel is not covered by the warranty...

Page 166: ...reate problems in marine fuel systems It acts as a solvent and it attracts and holds water in a much higher per centage than non ethanol fuels Users of ethanol blended fuels must take additional care in the mainte nance of their fuel systems Ethanol blended fuels should not cause engine problems if the fuel and fuel system are properly maintained accorded to the instructions given in this manual S...

Page 167: ...lant types Do not use other coolant types such as traditional green ethylene glycol propy lene glycol pink OAT or HOAT coolants Volvo Penta offers ready to use pre mixed containers of the VCS coolant If using full strength antifreeze use a 50 50 mix of antifreeze and distilled water Also see below Checking Engine Coolant for Freeze Protec tion page 146 P0016256 Technical Data 47706354 08 2015 AB V...

Page 168: ...equirements Replace the battery with one that has the same or more cold cranking amps and reserve capacity as the battery installed in your boat by the boat builder See Technical Data for your engine for minimum battery requirements If you are unsure of the battery to be used consult your dealer NOTICE Failure to use a battery of recommended specifications could result in poor starting and electri...

Page 169: ... lubricant NOTICE Whenever you are changing or topping up the oil always check the oil level using the dipstick Lubrication Capacity All SX Models 2 8 quarts 2 7 liters All DPS Models 2 6 quarts 2 5 liters All FWD Models 3 0 quarts 2 8 liters NOTICE If your drive is equipped with a Drive Spacer you will need to add more oil than the recommended amount P0016608 P0020812 Technical Data 47706354 08 2...

Page 170: ...the lines provided below Make a copy of this page and store the information away from the boat NOTICE The identification plates depicted in the illustrations below are samples only The numbers on your identification plates will be different than those shown below Engine Plate 51802 SERIAL NUMBER SALES NUMBER Transom Shield Plate 51804 SERIAL NUMBER PRODUCT NUMBER TYPE Drive Unit Plate 51803 SERIAL...

Page 171: ...e located on the engine decal These stickers should have been placed on the engine decal at the time the transom assembly and drive unit were mounted on your boat The engine plate is typically located on the port rear side of the engine block The California emission sticker is located on the engine cover The emission control Information sticker is located on the port side of the front accessory br...

Page 172: ...OL017 SDVOL021 V6 280 209 kW EXVOL020 SDVOL022 V8 300 224 kW EXVOL019 SDVOL024 V8 350 261 kW EXVOL019 SDVOL024 Essential Requirements Standards Used Other Normative Documents Used Annex I B Exhaust Emissions Engine identification Volvo Penta std Annex I B 1 Exhaust emission requirements EN ISO 8178 1 1996 Annex I B 2 Durability Volvo Penta std Annex I B 3 Operator s manual ISO 10240 2004 Annex I B...

Page 173: ...nction 56 Engine Alignment 138 Engine Flush 93 Engine Oil Capacity 163 Engine Overheats 119 Engine Submersion 108 Engine Troubleshooting Guides 110 Engine General 137 Ethanol Blended Gasoline 141 163 EVC Electronic Vessel Control 15 EVC Diagnostic Function 96 122 EVC System Display 22 Exhaust Anodes 147 Exhaust Bellows and Clamps 147 F Flooded Engine 69 Forward Drive 3 Freshwater Cooling System 14...

Page 174: ...u 39 Shallow Water Operation 87 Shifting and Speed Control 73 Short Term Storage 157 Side Mount Control 79 Spark Plugs 148 Special Boating Conditions 87 Start Stop Panel 18 Starting the Engine 66 Starting Using the e Key 67 Starting Using the Key 67 Starting Using the Start Stop Panel 68 Static Water Line 125 Static Water Line Test 126 Station Handling 82 Steering 123 156 Steering System 55 Steeri...

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