Volvo Penta — Changing drive-unit oil and filter
Maintenance · Drive-unit lubrication
From a Volvo Penta operator's manual covering: IPS 350, IPS 450, IPS 500. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Volvo Penta IPS 350, Volvo Penta IPS 450, Volvo Penta IPS 500
Before you start
- Never over-fill the drive-unit.
Procedure
- Open oil filler cap slowly so overpressure disappears.
- Unscrew draining plug and allow oil to run out.
- Change the filter.
- Refit drain plug and a new gasket.
- Measure correct oil quantity and fill through oil filling hole.
- Never over-fill the drive-unit.
Specs & values
- Drive-unit oil volume 14 liters (3.7 US gals)
- Oil grade VP 1141634 eBay (API GL5 SAE 75W/90) Synthetic
Full service-parts list: Volvo Penta IPS 450 →
Source: Volvo Penta operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.