# 861689 Push Rod | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta push rod from the Engine group, weighing 0.127 kg and listed for 8 applications across the KAMD and KAD series. The other push rod listed here, 861828, is the MD-series part at 0.036 kg, so check the engine family before ordering.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta KAMD44P-B
-   Volvo Penta KAMD44P-C
-   Volvo Penta KAD300-A
-   Volvo Penta KAD44P
-   Volvo Penta KAD44P-B
-   Volvo Penta KAD44P-C
-   Volvo Penta KAMD300-A
-   Volvo Penta KAMD44P-A

-   **Engine Family:** KAMD, KAD

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   For KAMD and KAD engines
-   0.127 kg
-   8 applications
-   Push rod 861828 is the MD-series alternative
-   12 used per assembly

## 🔌 Function

Carries the cam follower's movement up to the rocker arm, which then opens the valve.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Ticking or clatter from the valve gear
-   Rod visibly bent when rolled across a flat surface
-   Ball ends worn, pitted or scuffed
-   Valve clearances that will not hold their setting

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Check the cam follower cup and the rocker seat for matching wear before fitting a new rod
-   Reset the valve clearances once the rod is in place

## 📦 Condition

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

## Details

- **Price:** 60.86 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Engine Components
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 60.86 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 861689 Push Rod | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/861689-push-rod-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-09-19