Volvo Penta — Propeller installation (DPH/DPR)
Installation · Propellers
From a Volvo Penta service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- Never use the EVC controls to put the drive in gear.
Procedure
- Grease the propeller shaft with grease 828250 and fit the inner propeller.
- Lock the propeller shaft: disconnect the shift cable and put drive in gear by hand, or place wood between cavitation plate and blade.
- Tighten the nut using special tool 885640.
- Then install the outer propeller with the shaft locked.
- DPH only: place the propeller cone on the shaft (DPR has no propeller cone).
- Fit and tighten the nut using a 30 mm socket wrench.
- Set the gear to NEUTRAL before starting the engine.
Tools required
- 885640 socket wrench Amazon
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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.