# 3888990 Reverse Gear | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta reverse gear from the marine propulsion group, weighing 2.109 kg and listed for 5 applications across D and HS series engines and transmissions.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta D6-300I-F
-   Volvo Penta HS80IVE-B
-   Volvo Penta D6-330I-F
-   Volvo Penta D6-370I-F
-   Volvo Penta D6-435I-F

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

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   2.109 kg
-   5 applications across D and HS series
-   Transmission reverse gear

## 🔌 Function

Transmits drive in astern through the transmission, reversing the direction of the output shaft.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Whine or growl present in astern but not ahead
-   Astern drive slipping, jumping out or refusing to engage
-   Metal chips or glitter in the transmission oil
-   Teeth chipped, pitted or spalled on strip-down
-   Vibration felt only when running astern

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Renew the bearings, thrust washers and seals disturbed to reach the gear, and check its mating gear for matching wear
-   Debris in the oil means the whole gear train needs inspecting rather than just this gear
-   Check shift linkage adjustment afterwards, as poor engagement is often what damaged the gear

## 📦 Condition

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

## Details

- **Price:** 2424.38 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 2424.38 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3888990 Reverse Gear | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3888990-reverse-gear-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-08-22