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Volvo Penta TAD1642VE Generator Set

The Volvo Penta TAD1642VE is a 484 kW standby generator set. An integrated tank holds 8 L (2.1 gal).

484 kW
Standby
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Service parts for the TAD1642VE

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

Standby power484 kW
Fuel tank8.0 L

Maintenance & consumables

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir filter7746012 Amazon eBay
Fuel filterFuel filter7746032 Amazon eBay
Oil filterOil filter7746022 Amazon eBay

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Volvo Penta TAD1642VE?

The Volvo Penta TAD1642VE is rated 484 kW standby.

What oil filter does the Volvo Penta TAD1642VE use?

The Volvo Penta TAD1642VE uses oil filter part number 7746022.

What fuel filter fits the Volvo Penta TAD1642VE?

The Volvo Penta TAD1642VE uses fuel filter part number 7746032.

Which air filter part number does the Volvo Penta TAD1642VE take?

The Volvo Penta TAD1642VE uses air filter part number 7746012.

Troubleshooting

6

Fault codes

CodeMeaning
2.4-# “8: pause -#: s¢ -e: -s¢

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Engine does not reach correct operating speed at full throttleToo 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 TAD1642VE troubleshooting guide (19 entries) →

Parts

4
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
7746012Air filter1Air filter Amazon eBay
7746022Oil filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay
7746032Fuel filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
TAD1642VEService part / kit Amazon FridayParts $23.99

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Available documents

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