# 3812139 Connecting Rod | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta connecting rod, supplied complete, from the Engine group, weighing 0.406 kg and listed for 6 applications on D series engines. Connecting rod 3812206 is the heavier complete rod at 0.531 kg.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta D1-13
-   Volvo Penta D1-13B
-   Volvo Penta D1-13F
-   Volvo Penta D1-20
-   Volvo Penta D1-20B
-   Volvo Penta D1-20F

-   **Engine Family:** D
-   **HP Range:** 13-20 HP

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   Supplied complete
-   0.406 kg
-   6 applications on D series engines
-   The lighter of two complete rods, against 0.531 kg for 3812206
-   Quantity varies by assembly, most commonly two

## 🔌 Function

Links the piston to the crankshaft, turning the piston's up-and-down travel into rotation.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Heavy knock from low down in the engine, worst under load
-   Low oil pressure with metal in the filter
-   Big-end shells scored, wiped or picked up
-   Rod bent or twisted after a hydraulic lock or seizure
-   Small-end bush worn, giving a lighter knock at idle

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Never mix rods of different weights in one engine, so confirm whether the 0.406 kg or the 0.531 kg rod is correct
-   Renew the big-end bolts and shells whenever a rod is disturbed
-   Check the crank journal and the bore for wear and ovality before fitting

## 📦 Condition

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

## Details

- **Price:** 353.11 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Engine Components
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 353.11 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3812139 Connecting Rod | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3812139-connecting-rod-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-10-08