# 3818174 Bracket | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta bracket from the Alternator, Charging, Electric Motor and Electric Drives group, weighing 0.404 kg and listed for 10 applications on D series engines. It supersedes part number 3587682, catalogued earlier as an alternator bracket, so the same charging-side mounting duty carries over.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta D9A2J
-   Volvo Penta D9A2G
-   Volvo Penta D9A2D
-   Volvo Penta D9A2B
-   Volvo Penta D9A2F
-   Volvo Penta D9A2K
-   Volvo Penta D9A2H
-   Volvo Penta D9A2A
-   Volvo Penta D9A2C
-   Volvo Penta D9A2E

-   **Engine Family:** D

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   0.404 kg
-   10 applications on D series engines
-   Supersedes 3587682, previously listed as an alternator bracket
-   Sets alternator position and belt alignment

## 🔌 Function

Holds the alternator in position against the engine and sets the belt alignment between its pulley and the drive.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Belt squeal or a belt that keeps throwing itself off
-   Belt edge worn or fraying on one side, showing misalignment
-   Cracks around the bolt holes or at a bend radius
-   Alternator able to be rocked by hand on its mounting
-   Bolts repeatedly working loose or fretting marks on the mating face

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Check the bracket before condemning a noisy alternator - a cracked mount mimics bearing noise
-   Recheck belt tension and alignment after fitting, and inspect the belt for the wear pattern that caused the fault

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### OEM Supersession Chain

-   3818174 → Supersedes 3587682

### OEM / Related Numbers

-   3587682 earlier number superseded by this part

## 📦 Condition

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

## Details

- **Price:** 376.82 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Brackets & Mounts
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 376.82 AUD | In stock |

## Images

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3818174-bracket-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-10-20