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General| Engine Type | V8 |
|---|---|
| Fuel System | Multi-port Fuel Injection |
| Max RPM | 4800-5200 rpm |
| Bore | 4.00 in (101.6 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Type | Gasoline |
| Displacement | 5.7L (350 cu. in.) |
| Stroke | 3.48 in (88.39 mm) |
Defines quality as encompassing all product and service aspects, extending to customer care.
Highlights commitment to minimizing environmental impact in all operations and product development.
Manual provides info for safe operation, maintenance, and key points.
Explains safety alert symbols for dangers, warnings, and cautions.
Summarizes risks and precautions for engine maintenance and service.
Basic safety precautions for operating the boat and engine.
Discusses exhaust gas recirculation into the cockpit and carbon monoxide poisoning risks.
Provides pre-journey and safety equipment checklists for a problem-free trip.
Recommends contacting local organizations for detailed boating safety information.
Details requirements for operating high-performance boats safely and effectively.
Emphasizes Volvo Penta's commitment to environmental care in product development.
Recommends using specified fuels and oils for optimal engine performance and longevity.
Outlines the engine break-in procedure for the first 10 operating hours.
Explains requirements for engines certified for emission regulations.
Discusses factors affecting engine performance and ISO 8665 standards.
Explains how boat weight affects performance and speed.
Details warranty coverage and requirements for Volvo Penta marine engines.
Describes Volvo Penta's 24/7 consumer breakdown service for engine owners.
Advises on purchasing service manuals and highlights tasks best left to dealers.
Provides graphical representations and typical locations of various engine decals.
Lists engine, transom shield, and drive identification numbers for ordering components.
Describes typical instrument panel components like tachometer, gauges, and ignition switch.
Explains the function of audible alarms for engine conditions and self-tests.
Recommends installing and using an emergency stop switch for safety.
Advises regular instrument checks and stopping the engine for abnormal readings.
Explains the engine protection mode activated by low oil pressure, overheat, or low voltage.
Describes the ECM's role in maintaining emission levels and engine efficiency.
Explains how dual engine ECMs are tied together electronically for master/slave operation.
Describes the power trim/tilt system and its benefits for boat performance.
Explains how trim instruments indicate the current trim position of the drive unit.
Details precautions to prevent trim/tilt motor overheating.
Explains the trim/tilt system's impact protection feature and its limitations.
Describes the combined gear shift, throttle lock, and engine speed control lever.
Explains how to operate the single lever control for gear shift and engine speed.
Provides guidance for maneuvering boats with twin engines at slow speeds.
Details the procedure for shifting gears and controlling speed with the remote control.
Outlines the correct procedure for shifting between forward and reverse gears.
Recommends a cruising speed 25% lower than maximum RPM for economy and comfort.
Explains how to adjust the remote control's friction brake for lever action.
Details the procedure for adjusting the friction brake on side mount remote controls.
Details the procedure for adjusting the friction brake on top mount remote controls.
Explains how to use trim controls on the instrument panel or remote lever.
Describes the dual-control lever switches for individual drive trim adjustment.
Provides instructions for operating the marine engine safely and correctly.
Lists essential checks and precautions before starting the engine.
Details the procedure for starting a cold engine, including priming.
Outlines the process for starting a warm engine.
Provides the correct procedure for safely stopping the engine.
Familiarizes the user with remote control operations before starting the engine.
Explains how the sterndrive steering system operates and potential issues.
Discusses steering systems on twin-engine boats.
Details how to operate the power trim and tilt system for optimal boat performance.
Describes the use of the "bow-up" trim position for cruising and high speeds.
Describes the use of the "bow-down" trim position for acceleration and choppy conditions.
Explains the normal use of tilting the drive unit for clearance.
Identifies the location of power trim/tilt switches and gauges.
Covers procedures for specific boating scenarios like shallow water.
Recommends flushing the engine and drive with fresh water after salt water use.
Provides guidance on trailering the boat, including drive unit positioning and clearance.
Illustrates the location of circuit breakers and fuses for different engine models.
Provides a legend for symbols used in engine diagrams.
Details the features of the 3.0GLP-C engine model.
Details the features of the 4.3GL-D and 5.0GL-E engine models.
Details features for specific GXi and Gi engine models.
Details features for specific EF/FF engine models.
Details features for the 8.1Gi and 8.1GXi engine models.
Details features for the 8.1Gi-FF and 8.1GXi-EF engine models.
Illustrates and labels components of the SX-M Sterndrive.
Illustrates and labels components of the DP-S Sterndrive.
Details the procedure for breaking in the engine for the first 20 hours of operation.
Outlines routine maintenance tasks and their recommended intervals.
Explains how to check the static water line to prevent engine damage from water ingestion.
Lists steps for preparing the boat for launching or the start of a new season.
Advises on proper preparation of the Volvo Penta equipment for off-season storage.
Provides information on maintaining various boat systems like engine, fuel, and electrical.
Covers gasoline recommendations, handling alcohol, detonation, and fuel system maintenance.
Describes the carburetor's function and notes that it requires no periodic maintenance.
Explains the EFI system's role in fuel delivery and its lack of periodic maintenance needs.
Details the procedure for cleaning and inspecting the flame arrestor.
Describes the function of electric fuel pumps and fuse protection.
Specifies the type of marine filter required for EFI engines and the need for annual replacement.
Provides a step-by-step guide for replacing the engine fuel filter safely.
Covers the engine's electrical system, including battery and wiring.
Guides on replacing marine batteries, emphasizing proper installation.
Discusses the importance of correct spark plugs and their installation.
Provides a step-by-step guide for inspecting and changing spark plugs.
Covers belt adjustments, including serpentine belt inspection and V-belt tension.
Explains the raw water and closed cooling systems and engine overheating.
Explains how to respond to engine overheating in models other than Gi & GXi.
Provides instructions for flushing the engine with fresh water.
Details procedures for draining the cooling system to prevent freezing damage.
Guides on inspecting and replacing the water pump impeller.
Advises checking steering and throttle cables for wear and leaks.
Explains how to check and maintain the power steering reservoir fluid level.
Guides on checking the fluid level in the power trim/tilt assembly reservoir.
Covers engine oil type, viscosity, and general lubrication system maintenance.
Details how to check the engine oil level using the dipstick.
Provides instructions for changing the engine oil and filter.
Explains the process for replacing the engine oil filter.
Covers maintenance of drive unit components, including lubrication.
Provides instructions for filling the drive unit with the correct lubricant.
Discusses the inspection and replacement of sacrificial anodes for corrosion protection.
Explains the Volvo Penta active corrosion protection system and its indicator lights.
Outlines the procedure for painting the sterndrive and transom shield.
Covers propeller damage, shock absorbers, and safety precautions.
Provides step-by-step instructions for removing and installing DP-S propellers.
Discusses how the boat's bottom condition affects performance and recommendations for cleaning.
States that engine alignment requires special tools and should be done by a dealer.
Outlines immediate actions and dealer service required after engine submersion.
Emphasizes using genuine Volvo Penta parts and warnings about substitutions.
Helps isolate malfunctions by identifying affected systems and referring to charts.
Lists checks for the cranking, ignition, and fuel systems when the engine won't start.
Lists checks for compression, ignition, fuel, lubrication, cooling, and drive systems.
Provides guides for tracing and solving common engine trouble symptoms.
Details checks for the starter circuit when the engine fails to crank.
Lists checks for ignition and fuel systems when the engine cranks but won't start.
Provides questions to ask and checks for hard cold starting issues.
Provides questions to ask and checks for hard hot starting issues.
Offers checks for slow and high-speed rough running conditions.
Lists potential causes for engine noises and vibrations, categorized by system.
Details checks for engine overheating, including temperature verification and component checks.
Covers checks for loss of fuel, loss of ignition, and engine seizure.
Lists checks for factors preventing the engine from reaching operating RPM.
Details checks for engine components related to the lubricating system.
Guides on checking for electrical draws and battery issues after storage.
Lists detailed specifications for the 3.0GLP-C engine, including dimensions and operating ranges.
Lists fuel system components and specifications for the 3.0GLP-C engine.
Details charging system, battery size, and starter specifications.
Provides specifications for the distributor, ignition timing, and spark plugs.
Lists specifications for the raw water pump, recirculating pump, and thermostat.
Specifies oil capacities for the engine, drive unit, and oil filter.
Recommends Volvo Penta engine and drive unit oils.
Lists minimum oil pressure specifications at different RPMs.
Provides detailed specifications for the 4.3GL-D engine.
Provides detailed specifications for the 4.3GXi-E and 4.3GXi-EF engines.
Provides detailed specifications for the 5.0GL-E engine.
Provides detailed specifications for the 5.0GXi-E and 5.0GXi-EF engines.
Provides detailed specifications for the 5.7Gi/GXi engine models.
Provides detailed specifications for the 8.1Gi/GXi engine models.
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