Volvo Penta — Lubricating oil pressure, measuring
Testing & diagnosis · Lubrication system (22002)
From a Volvo Penta service manual covering: TAD530GE, TAD531GE, TAD532GE, TAD722GE, TAD730G, TAD732GE, TAD733GE, TD520GE, TD720GE, tAd731GE. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Volvo Penta TAD530GE, Volvo Penta TAD531GE, Volvo Penta TAD532GE, Volvo Penta TAD722GE, Volvo Penta TAD730G, Volvo Penta TAD732GE, Volvo Penta TAD733GE, Volvo Penta TD520GE, Volvo Penta TD720GE, Volvo Penta tAd731GE
Procedure
- Measure the lubricating oil pressure on the starter motor side of the engine.
- Use the manometer together with nipple and spacer.
- Compare the reading with the minimum oil pressure at operating temperature and idle speed.
Tools required
- Manometer 999 6398 Amazon
- Nipple 999 6066 Amazon
- Spacer 1678297 Amazon
- Electrical pressure gauge 999 8496 Amazon
- Hose 999 8493 Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Minimum oil pressure at operating temperature and idle speed 520/530-532: 90 kPa
- 720/721/722/730-733 FridayParts $52.60: 80 kPa
Source: Volvo Penta service 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.