# 859181 Gasket | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta gasket from the Engine group, weighing 0.005 kg and listed for one application on the MD series. It supersedes part number 897255.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta MD3B

-   **Engine Family:** MD

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   Supersedes 897255
-   0.005 kg
-   Single listed application on the MD series
-   Engine group

## 🔌 Function

Seals a joint face on the engine, keeping oil or coolant contained where two components meet.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Damp patch or weep at the joint that will not dry
-   Gasket torn or pinched where it was trapped on assembly
-   Material stuck to one face and lifted from the other
-   Joint crushed out of shape by over-tightening

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Fit dry unless your engine's manual specifies a sealant, and clean both faces first

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### OEM Supersession Chain

-   859181 → Supersedes 897255

### OEM / Related Numbers

-   897255 earlier number superseded by this part

## 📦 Condition

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

## Details

- **Price:** 17.39 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Gaskets & Seals
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 17.39 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 859181 Gasket | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/859181-gasket-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-10-07