# 22396828 Oil Dipstick | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

A genuine Volvo Penta oil dipstick calibrated for the TAD540VE, TAD541VE and TAD542VE lubricating system. The blade length and oil-level markings are specific to the engine's sump and dipstick-tube geometry, so a similar-looking dipstick can give an incorrect level reading.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta TAD552VE
-   Volvo Penta TAD580-83VE
-   Volvo Penta TAD570-72VE
-   Volvo Penta TAD570-71VE-B
-   Volvo Penta TAD550-51VE
-   Volvo Penta TAD540-42VE

-   **Engine Family:** TAD

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   Factory-calibrated oil-level markings
-   Correct blade length for TAD540VE/TAD541VE/TAD542VE
-   Original handle and seating geometry
-   Provides repeatable minimum and maximum oil-level checks
-   Resistant to hot engine oil and normal crankcase temperatures
-   Must be used with the matching dipstick tube and sump configuration

## 🔌 Function

The dipstick provides a direct mechanical indication of the oil level in the sump. Correct calibration prevents underfilling, which can cause lubrication loss, and overfilling, which can cause aeration, leaks and high oil consumption.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Missing or unreadable minimum/maximum markings
-   Bent or damaged blade
-   Loose or cracked handle
-   Oil leakage around the dipstick seating point
-   Inconsistent readings caused by an incorrect-length dipstick
-   Dipstick no longer seating fully in the tube

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Check the level with the boat at its normal attitude and by the method given in your engine's operator's manual, wiping the stick clean before taking the reading
-   Seat it fully to its stop each time so the marks are read at the right depth, and check the top seal or grommet is sound so the tube stays sealed
-   Use the dipstick specified for your engine — length and graduation are matched to that sump, so a near-fit reads high or low
-   Replace a stick that is bent, worn smooth at the marks or corroded, and make sure its tube is unobstructed and properly clipped so it cannot vibrate
-   Never rely on a single reading if the level looks wrong; wipe, reseat and read again before adding or draining oil

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### OEM Supersession Chain

-   22396828 → Supersedes 21749238

### OEM / Related Numbers

-   21749238 earlier number superseded by this part

## 📦 Condition

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

## Details

- **Price:** 130.2 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Oil & Lubrication
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 130.20 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 22396828 Oil Dipstick | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/22396828-oil-dipstick-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-09-06