Maintenance; Periodic Maintenance; Preventive Maintenance - Volvo Penta TAMD71B Instruction Manual

6 Maintenance

6.1 Periodic maintenance

If your engine and its fittings are to function reliably, periodic maintenance in accordance with the
maintenance schedule is required. Several of the points below cover the replacement of consumables
such as oil and fuel filters etc.
To ensure continued trouble-free use of your engine, it is important always to use original spares. Al-
ways state the type designation and serial number of your engine and its fittings when ordering parts.
Some operations require professional experience and special tools. Therefore, get authorized service
personnel to carry out more extensive work.
For further information, see under the heading "Maintenance" in accordance with the respective sec-
tion in "Technical Description".

6.2 Preventive maintenance

To achieve maximum operating safety and service life, it is vital to maintain the engine and its fittings
in accordance with the maintenance schedule. This gives instructions on when and how to carry out
maintenance. Always consult an authorized Volvo Penta service dealer, who will have the equipment
and trained staff to help you.
A maintenance program well carried out gives better operating economy and fewer unplanned periods
of non-operation.
6.2.1 Engine, oil change intervals
Dependent on the fuel's sulfur content and the quality of the lubricating oil
Note However, the oil should always be changed at least once a year even if the operating times in
the table are not achieved.
Engine Oil type
TAMD71B VDS or VDS-2*
TAMD71B API: CD or CE
*VDS = "Volvo Drain Specification"
20
Fuel sulfur content, % by weight
<0.5
Hours
500
250
AB Volvo Penta / Diesel Engine TAMD71B
0.5–1.0
Hours
250
125