# 3818873 Heat Shield | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta heat shield from the Inlet and Exhaust System group, weighing 1.796 kg and listed for 5 applications on D series engines - the same applications as bracket 3818869, which is likely its mounting.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta D12D-A MH
-   Volvo Penta D12D-B MP
-   Volvo Penta D12D-D MP
-   Volvo Penta D12D-F MP
-   Volvo Penta D12D-H MP

-   **Engine Family:** D

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   1.796 kg
-   5 applications on D series engines
-   Inlet and Exhaust System group
-   Shares its 5 D series applications with bracket 3818869 at 0.73 kg

## 🔌 Function

Blocks radiated heat from the hot exhaust side so nearby components, hoses and surfaces stay within their limits.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Scorched, hardened or melted hoses and cables close by
-   Shield discoloured, scaled or bent away from its mountings
-   Mounting tabs cracked or fasteners missing
-   Rattle or buzz from the shield at certain speeds
-   Corrosion breaking through where salt has been trapped behind it

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Bracket 3818869 covers the same applications and may be the mounting for this shield - check both when ordering
-   Fit with the original standoffs and all fasteners so the air gap behind the shield is maintained

## 📦 Condition

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

## Details

- **Price:** 793.2 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Inlet & Exhaust
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 793.20 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3818873 Heat Shield | Genuine Volvo Penta Part
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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3818873-heat-shield-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-09-06