1696359 Lock Handle | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

🔧 Product Description

This genuine Volvo Penta lock handle is a reservoir-cap locking handle used in the power-steering oil-reservoir lock handle/latch. It is manufactured to the original Volvo dimensional, material and interface requirements so the serviced assembly retains its designed alignment, sealing, load capacity and operating reliability. In service, it locks and releases the steering-fluid reservoir filler-cap assembly for service access. Selection must be confirmed by OEM part number 1696359, the exact engine/product model, serial number and the installed assembly configuration.

🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

• Volvo Penta D12C-A MP
• Volvo Penta D12D-A MH
• Volvo Penta D12D-A MP
• Volvo Penta D12D-B MH
• Volvo Penta D12D-B MP
• Volvo Penta D12D-C MH
• Volvo Penta D12D-C MP
• Volvo Penta D12D-D MP
• Volvo Penta D12D-E MH
• Volvo Penta D12D-E MP
• Volvo Penta D12D-F MP
• Volvo Penta D12D-G MH
• Volvo Penta D12D-G MP
• Volvo Penta D12D-H MP

• Engine Family: D

⚙️ Key Features

• OEM Volvo Penta part number 1696359
• System group: Steering
• Net weight: 0.032 kg
• Fits D12 series marine diesel engines

🔌 Function

The lock handle applies clamping force to hold an adjustable component at its chosen setting, and releases it when the setting needs changing. It gives the operator a hand-operated means of securing the adjustment without tools.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

• Adjustment slipping or drifting from its set position
• Handle no longer clamping tight or spinning without gripping
• Cracked, broken or deformed handle body
• Worn or stripped threads in the clamping mechanism
• Corrosion or seizing making the handle difficult to operate

🛠️ Service Notes

• This handle locks the power-steering fluid reservoir filler cap for service access on D12 engines specifically — don't confuse it with a helm or throttle-friction lock handle, which use different threads and travel
• At 32 g it is a light, hand-tightened fitting; do not over-torque it onto the reservoir thread, and check the cap seal underneath whenever the handle is removed for topping up or bleeding the steering system

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM / Related Numbers

• Rubber moulding 1696360
• Filler cap 1696361
• Dipstick 1696362

📦 Condition

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