Service parts for the TAD1640GE
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Air intake
1 requiredFuel system
1 requiredOil system
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Specifications
| Fuel | diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 405 kW |
| Standby kVA | 506 |
| Prime power | 368 kW |
| Emissions | Stage II / Tier 2 |
| Oil capacity | 42.0 L |
| Alternator | TAD620VE |
| Fuel tank | 8.0 L |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 42.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 61.0 L |
| Displacement | 16.12 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged, aftercooled (TC/PE) |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Filters for the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE
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 TAD1640GE in this set also powers 3 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 |
|---|---|
| Rivera Diesel | RVL 450 |
| SDMO | V450U |
| Simson-Maxwell | SVW450 T6-T2 |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Air filter | 7746012 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Fuel filter | Fuel filter | 7746032 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Oil filter | Oil filter | 7746022 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Battery | Heavy-duty engine start batteries with cables | — | |||
| Belt | Belt driven charging alternator | — |
Common questions
What size generator is the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE is rated 405 kW standby (506.0 kVA).
What engine is in the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE is powered by the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE engine.
Is the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE diesel or gas?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE runs on diesel.
What is the oil capacity of the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE engine in the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE has an oil capacity of 42.0 liters.
What is the coolant capacity of the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE cooling system holds 61 liters (16.1 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the prime power rating of the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE is rated 368 kW prime (460 kVA), against 405 kW standby.
What size fuel tank does the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE have?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE has a 8 liter (2 US gallon) fuel tank.
What alternator comes on the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE uses a TAD620VE alternator.
What oil filter does the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE uses oil filter part number 7746022.
Which fuel filter part number does the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE take?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE uses fuel filter part number 7746032.
Which air filter part number does the Volvo Penta TAD1640GE take?
The Volvo Penta TAD1640GE uses air filter part number 7746012.
Troubleshooting
6Fault codes
| Code | Meaning | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | No faults — There are no active faults. | ||
| 2.1 | Water in fuel — Warning lamp lights up. | Water in fuel. | Empty the primary fuel filter. |
| 2.2 | Coolant level — 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). | Low coolant level | Check the coolant level; Check coolant level monitor function. |
| 2.3 | Coolant level sensor | Short circuit to positive (+); Fault in sensor. | Check that the coolant level sensor cable is not damaged; Check coolant level sensor function; Check contact pressure in sockets 23 and 10 in the upper cable connector (A) on the engine management module. |
| 2.4 | Engine speed sensor, flywheel — Engine is very difficult to start and runs roughly when it starts. | No signal; Abnormal frequency; "Intermittent" signal from the sensor; Fault in sensor. | Check that the sensor connector is correctly installed; Check that the engine speed sensor cable is not damaged; Check that the engine speed sensor is correctly installed in the flywheel housing; Check engine speed sensor function; Check contact pressure in sockets 37 and 38 in the upper cable connector (A) on the engine management module. |
| 2.5 | Speed sensor, camshaft gear — Engine takes longer to start than normal. Engine runs normally when is running. | No signal; Abnormal frequency; Fault in sensor. | Check that the engine speed sensor connector is correctly installed; Check that the engine speed sensor cable is not damaged; Check that the engine speed sensor is correctly installed in the upper timing gear cover; Check engine speed sensor function; Check contact pressure in sockets 45 and 46 in the upper cable connector (A) on the engine management module. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Volvo Penta TAD1640GE troubleshooting guide (76 entries) →
Parts
8| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7746012 | Air filter | 1 | Air filter | Amazon eBay |
| 7746022 | Oil filter | 1 | Oil filter | Amazon eBay |
| 7746032 | Fuel filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay |
| GM41339 | Cylinder head (includes items 2--34) | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| GM41427 | Rocker arm shaft (includes item 2) | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| GM65855 | Cylinder head (includes 2--34) | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| GM65981 | Rocker arm shaft | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| GM78736 | Rocker arm | 6 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
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.
Available documents
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