# 3842054 Connector | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta connector from the Inlet and Exhaust System group, weighing 0.828 kg and listed for 1 application on TAD series engines. It is the heaviest of four connectors in this series, well clear of 3842048 at 0.413 kg.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta TAD721VE

-   **Engine Family:** TAD

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   Inlet and Exhaust System group
-   0.828 kg
-   1 application on TAD series engines
-   Heaviest connector in the series

## 🔌 Function

Joins two sections of inlet or exhaust ducting, holding the joint aligned and sealed.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Loud hiss or exhaust puff at the joint
-   Soot fanning out from the connection
-   Boost and power down
-   Body cracked or the flange face eaten away
-   Joint will not pull up tight

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Only one application is listed, so confirm the number against the parts book for your engine build
-   The lighter connectors in the series are 3842045, 3842044 and 3842048
-   Fit new clamps and gaskets at the joint

## 📦 Condition

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

## Details

- **Price:** 327.84 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 327.84 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3842054 Connector | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3842054-connector-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-08-22