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20556179 Shim | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

20556179 Shim | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

Regular price $10.95 AUD
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Available from Volvo Penta international

Typically reaches our store in 10–14 business days

Availability checked daily with Volvo Penta

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🔧 Product Description

A genuine Volvo Penta shim used in the engine clearance and alignment adjustment. It is supplied as an individual service component under part number 20556179 and is intended to restore the original fit, sealing, alignment, retention or operating function of the specified assembly. This listing supplies the named component only; adjoining parts are serviced separately.

🚤 Compatibility

  • Engine Family: D
  • HP Range: 300-480 HP

Full model list at the end of this description.

⚙️ Key Features

  • 0.002 kg
  • Consolidates 3808495 and 23677786
  • Listed for 22 applications on D series engines

🔌 Function

Sets the specified clearance, preload or alignment between adjoining components.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

  • Clearance at the shimmed joint measuring outside specification
  • Component reading or operating erratically after the joint was disturbed
  • Shim bent, dished or fretted on removal
  • Fastener at the shimmed joint losing clamp load

🛠️ Service Notes

  • Record how many shims came out and where before stripping, since the stack sets the clearance
  • Replaces both 3808495 and 23677786

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM Supersession Chain

  • 20556179 → Supersedes 3808495

OEM / Related Numbers

  • 23677786 earlier number superseded by this part
  • 3808495 earlier number superseded by this part
  • 20556032 - Related Bracket
  • 20556241 - Related Oil Pan
  • 20556016 - Related D12 Engine-Brake Control Valve
  • 20508910 - Related Volvo exhaust-brake valve references
  • 20564732 - Related Volvo exhaust-brake valve references
  • 7420913287 - Related Renault/Volvo Group references
  • 7424426572 - Related Renault/Volvo Group references

📦 Condition

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

🔎 Full Model Compatibility

Typically suits:

  • Volvo Penta D6-340I-G, D6-380I-G, D6-440I-G, D6-480I-G, D6-300A-G, D6-340A-G, D6-380A-G, D6-440I-WJ-G, D6-480I-WJ-G, D6-300D-G, D6-340D-G, D6-380D-G, D6-440D-G, D6-480D-G, D6-400A-G, D6-440A-G, D6-300I-G
  • Volvo Penta D13C4-A MP, D13B-L MP, D13B-D MP, D13B-M MP, D13B-C MP

Shipping & Delivery

Flat-rate shipping Australia-wide — $14.99 per order, no matter how many parts you add. Orders dispatch from our Kadina, South Australia store. Need it urgently or want to collect in person? Call us on 0412 532 984 before ordering.

Returns & Warranty

14-day change-of-mind returns — if it's not right or you ordered the wrong part, send it back within 14 days in new, unused condition for a refund or exchange. Manufacturer warranties apply to new parts. Full details in our Refunds & Returns policy.

Not sure this fits?

Ask us before you buy — we check part numbers and fitment every day. Call 0412 532 984 (Mon–Fri 8.30am–4.30pm) or message us through the contact page with your engine or vehicle details.

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