# 20700675 Control | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

A genuine 1500 rpm mechanical governor control for the Volvo Penta TAD520GE. Related 20590556 is the 1800 rpm control version.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta TD720GE
-   Volvo Penta TD520GE
-   Volvo Penta TAD720GE
-   Volvo Penta TAD520GE

-   **Engine Family:** TD, TAD

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   Calibrated for the documented rated-speed or engine-control configuration
-   1500 rpm governor-control version; 20590556 is the related 1800 rpm version
-   Maintains commanded speed as engine load changes
-   Mechanical interfaces match the specified linkage and fuel-control travel
-   Engine type, serial number, rated power and governed rpm are required for correct selection
-   Final adjustment must follow the Volvo Penta governing procedure
-   Inspect linkage freedom, return springs and fuel-system condition before replacement
-   Engine type: Volvo Penta mechanically governed D5/D7 diesel

## 🔌 Function

Sets or transmits the specified governed-speed command.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   The engine cannot achieve or hold the specified rated speed
-   Speed response is delayed, erratic or affected by vibration
-   The control is incorrectly matched to the required rpm
-   Linkage travel or internal movement is restricted
-   Replacement is required after calibration cannot be restored

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Check the replacement carries the part number for your engine or drive installation before fitting — controls are matched to the system they work with and are not freely interchangeable
-   Note how the original is connected, routed and adjusted before anything is disconnected, and label the leads or cables as they come off so it goes back exactly as it was
-   Keep electrical connections clean and dry, seat connectors fully home, and route cables and harnesses clear of heat, moving parts and standing water with easy, unstrained bends
-   Mount to the original fixings and to the torque in the workshop manual for your engine, without pulling or springing the unit into position
-   Test the installation through its full range of function with the boat safely secured alongside before relying on it under way

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### OEM / Related Numbers

-   20700675 - 1500 rpm governor control
-   20590556 - Related 1800 rpm control
-   20700665 - Related D5/D7 Engine Control Unit
-   20700754 - Related Engine Oil-Pan Retainer
-   20700657 - Related D5/D7 2300 RPM Governor
-   20700516 - Related D16 Engine Oil Cooler
-   20700252 - Related D7 Crankshaft Vibration Damper
-   20593688 - Related D12 Camshaft
-   3827602 - Related D12 camshaft references
-   3165432 - Related D12 camshaft references
-   1675774 - Earlier D16 oil-cooler reference through SN2016010024
-   20712461 - Related later oil-cooler references
-   22439157 - Related later oil-cooler references
-   20551483 - Related oil-cooler sealing ring
-   8130088 - Earlier oil-pan-retainer reference

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Volvo Penta part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 6216.94 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Engine Controls
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 6216.94 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 20700675 Control | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/20700675-control-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-10-10