# 3888197 Piston | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta piston from the Marine Propulsion group, weighing 0.711 kg and listed for 23 applications across the D series engines and HS transmissions.

## 🚤 Compatibility

-   **Engine Family:** D, HS
-   **HP Range:** 300-435 HP

Full model list at the end of this description.

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   0.711 kg
-   23 applications across the D series and HS transmissions
-   Marine Propulsion group

## 🔌 Function

Converts hydraulic pressure into the clamping force that engages the transmission clutch pack when a gear is selected.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Gear slow to engage or slipping under load
-   Engagement harsh or juddering
-   Transmission oil pressure low or unstable
-   Piston bore or skirt scored on strip-down
-   Burnt smell from the transmission oil

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Piston ring 3888198 seals this piston and should be renewed with it - fitting a new piston on an old ring wastes the job
-   Check the bore for scoring and glazing before assembly, and change the transmission oil and clean the strainer

## 📦 Condition

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

## 🔎 Full Model Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta D6-310I-D, D6-310I-E, D6-300I-F, D6-330I-C, D6-370I-C, D6-330I-D, D6-310I-C, D6-330I-F, D6-370I-F, D6-435I-C, D6-435I-D, D6-435I-E, D6-435I-F, D6-370I-D, D6-330I-E, D6-370I-E
-   Volvo Penta D4-300I-C, D4-300I-D, D4-300I-E, D4-300I-F
-   Volvo Penta HS80AE, HS80AE-B, HS80IVE-B

## Details

- **Price:** 603.04 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Drives & Propulsion
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 603.04 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3888197 Piston | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3888197-piston-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-09-21