Service parts for the TAD 1642 GE
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Fuel system
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Specifications
| Fuel | diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 554 kW |
| Standby kVA | 651 |
| Prime power | 473 kW |
| Emissions | EU Stage 2 |
| Controller | CIU, Engine Management System (EMS), Interface Unit |
| Oil capacity | 48.0 L |
| Alternator | Alternator 80A / 24 V |
| Voltage options | 24 V |
| Coolant capacity | 208 L |
| Dry weight | 1550 kg |
| Fuel tank | 8.0 L |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 42.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 39.7 L |
| Displacement | 16.12 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged, aftercooled (TC/PE) |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Filters for the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE
1Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:
| System | Filter | Description | Cross-references | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel / water separator | P552040 | Fuel Filter, Water Separator Cartridge | NAPA 3798, CLAAS 0000687120, CLAAS 0025981840, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811645 | buy |
Same engine, other brands
3 brandsThe Volvo Penta TAD1642GE in this set also powers 8 generator sets sold under 3 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.
| Brand | Models |
|---|---|
| Kohler | 5M4028, 5M4030, 5M4032, 5M4164, 5M4272 |
| Rivera Diesel | RVL 550, VL 550 |
| MQ Power | 550kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Dry, Dual Element | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Fuel filter | 30 micron Racor ® fuel filter system | — | 800 hr | ||
| Fuel filter | Fuel filters of disposable type, Pre-filter with water separator | ×2 | 33798 | 1000 hr | Amazon eBay NAPA $24.78 |
| Oil filter | 3 Spin-on, Full Flow | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Battery | 900 Ah | ×2 | — | 1000 hr | |
| Belt | Belt Driven, Centrifugal | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Coolant | 60.0 L | — | 500 hr | ||
| Coolant filter | — | 48000 hr | |||
| Oil | 48.0 L | — | 600 hr | ||
| Spark plug | ×1 | — | 1000 hr |
Common questions
What size generator is the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE is rated 554 kW standby (651.0 kVA).
Which engine powers the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE is powered by the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE engine.
What kind of fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE run on?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE runs on diesel.
How much oil does the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE take?
The Volvo Penta TAD1642GE engine in the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE has an oil capacity of 42.0 liters.
How much coolant does the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE hold?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE cooling system holds 208 liters (54.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the prime power rating of the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE is rated 473 kW prime (592 kVA), against 554 kW standby.
How much does the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE weigh?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE has a dry weight of 1550 kg (3417 lb).
How big is the fuel tank on the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE has a 8 liter (2 US gallon) fuel tank.
What voltages is the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE available in?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE is offered in 24 V.
Which alternator is fitted to the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE uses a Alternator 80A / 24 V alternator.
Which fuel filter part number does the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE take?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE uses fuel filter part number 33798.
Troubleshooting
6Fault codes
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 2.4 | -# “8: pause -#: s¢ -e: -s¢ |
Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Engine does not reach correct operating speed at full throttle | Too low coolant temperature, Too high oil level, Air in the fuel system, Water/contamination in fuel, Faulty unit injector, Insufficient air supply to engine: — blocked air filter, — airleakage between turbo-charger and engine inlet pipe., — fouled compressor section in turbocharger, — faulty turbocharger, — poor engine bay ventilation | |
| Engine operating: engine idles and can only be stopped with the emergency stop. | Check that the 8-pin connector is not damaged. Check that the cables between the CIU and the engine management unit are not damaged. Check that sleeves 11 and 12 in the connector on the CIU are not damaged. Check contact pressure in sockets 51 and 55 in the lower cable connector (B) on the engine management module. | |
| Oil pressure is too low. | Warning lamp lights up. VE engines: Engine control module reduces engine power (unless the protection has been shut off with the diagnostic tool VODIA). GE engines: Engine is shut off (unless the protection has been shut off with the diagnostic tool VODIA). Check oil level. Check that the air filters are not blocked. Check system pressure valves and safety valves in the oil system. Check oil pressure sensor function. | |
| Piston cooling pressure is too low. | Engine stopped, applies to both GE and VE engines. The fault code is deactivated at engine speeds below 1000 rpm. Check that the oil pressure in the engine exceeds 2 kPa (0.3 psi). Check that the piston cooling pressure sensor connector is correctly installed. Check that the piston cooling pressure sensor cable is not damaged.. Check that the piston cooling pressure sensor is correctly installed. Check piston cooling pressure sensor function. Check contact pressure in sockets 10 and 14 in the lower cable connector (B) on the engine management module. | |
| Engine runs on 5 cylinders. | Check contact pressure in socket 24 in the upper cable connector (A) on the engine management module. Check that the unit injector cables are not damaged.. Check that the unit injector connections are not damaged. Check fuel supply pressure. Check the valve clearance. Do a compression test and check cylinder #1. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE troubleshooting guide (19 entries) →
Parts
11| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5M4028 | LEAD | 10 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 5M4030 | LEAD | 10 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 5M4164 | LEAD | 4 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 7746102 | Operators manual in English | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 7746103 | Operators manual in German | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 7746104 | Operators manual in French | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 7746105 | Operators manual in Spanish | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 7746106 | Operators manual in Italian | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 7746107 | Operators manual in Finnish | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 7746108 | Operators manual in Dutch | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
| 7746109 | Operators manual in Portuguese | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon |
Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 75% | 1.24 | 0.327 |
| Prime | 100% | 1.28 | 0.339 |
| Standby | 100% | 1.28 | 0.339 |
Available documents
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