Volvo Penta 4.3GL-A User Manual

OPERATORS MANUAL
Engine Models
3.0GL-B/C
4.3GL-A, 4.3GXi-A/B(F)
5.0GL-A/B, 5.0GXi-A/B(F), 5.7GL-A/B, 5.7Gi-A/B(F), 5.7GXi-B/C(F)
8.1Gi-B(F), 8.1GXi-A(F), DPX375-A, DPX420-A

Volvo Penta 4.3GL-A Specifications

General

Engine Type	V6
Compression Ratio	9.4:1
Fuel System	Multi-port Fuel Injection
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Displacement	4.3 L
Max Power	190 hp (142 kW)
Oil Capacity	4.5 quarts (4.3L)

Summary

Safety

High performance boat operation

Features

Emergency stop switch

Engine protection mode (EFI systems)

Impact protection

Operating trim controls

Operation

Engine break-in period

Procedures and precautions for the initial engine break-in period.

Before starting

Starting the engine, cold start

Starting the engine, warm start

Power trim and tilt operation

Determining the proper trim

Power trim/tilt switch operation

Shifting and controlling speed

Shallow water operation

Operating procedure for freezing temperatures

Trailering your boat

Propeller selection

How to select the correct propeller for optimal engine performance.

Maintenance schedule

Maintenance

Preparing for boating after storage (launching)

Off-season storage preparations (“winterization”)

Fuel system

Gasoline recommendations

Engine fuel filter replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing the engine fuel filter.

Batteries and connections

Checking and changing spark plugs

Detailed procedure for checking and replacing spark plugs.

Belt adjustments

Engine overheating

What to do if the engine overheats and troubleshooting.

Draining the cooling system

Step-by-step guide to draining the cooling system.

Power trim/tilt fluid level

Steering reservoir fluid level

Changing engine oil

Step-by-step guide for changing engine oil.

Changing the oil filter

Procedure for replacing the engine oil filter.

Drive unit lubrication SX

Draining the drive unit (SX)

Lubricating the drive unit (DP-S)

Anodes (“sacrificial” anodes)

Explanation and replacement of sacrificial anodes.

Propeller care

Advice on inspecting and caring for propellers.

Propeller replacement — SX

Procedures for removing and installing SX propellers.

Propeller replacement — DP-S

Procedures for removing and installing DP-S propellers.

Propeller replacement — DPX

Procedures for removing and installing DPX propellers.

Engine alignment

Replacement parts

Engine submersion

Troubleshooting

Engine cranks but won't start

Common causes and actions for engine starting issues.

Engine runs erratically

Troubleshooting steps for erratic engine operation.

Engine vibrates

Loss of engine performance

Diagnosing and resolving issues causing performance loss.

Specifications

Engine 3.0GS-B, 3.0GS-C

Detailed specifications for 3.0GS-B and 3.0GS-C engines.

Engine 4.3GL-A

Detailed specifications for the 4.3GL-A engine.

Engine 4.3GXi-A, 4.3GXi-B(F)

Detailed specifications for 4.3GXi-A and 4.3GXi-B(F) engines.

Engine 5.0GL-A

Detailed specifications for the 5.0GL-A engine.

Engine 5.0GL-B

Detailed specifications for the 5.0GL-B engine.

Engine 5.0GXi-A, 5.0GXi-B(F)

Detailed specifications for 5.0GXi-A and 5.0GXi-B(F) engines.

Engine 5.7GL-A

Detailed specifications for the 5.7GL-A engine.

Engine 5.7GL-B

Detailed specifications for the 5.7GL-B engine.

Engine 5.7Gi-A, 5.7Gi-B(F), 5.7GXi-B, 5.7GXi-C(F)

Detailed specifications for 5.7Gi/GXi engines.

Engine 8.1Gi-B(F), 8.1GXi-A(F)

Detailed specifications for 8.1Gi/GXi engines.

Engine DPX375-B(F), DPX420-B(F)

Problem Resolution