• 20783049 Glow Plug | Genuine Volvo Penta Part
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20783049 Glow Plug | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

20783049 Glow Plug | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

$154.08 AUD
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🔧 Product Description

Application-specific 24v glow plug used in the cylinder head, valve train and cold-start system on the listed Volvo Penta engines. Provides 24-volt preheating in the combustion chamber or inlet starting system to improve cold starting.

🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

  • Volvo Penta TD720GE
  • Volvo Penta TAD650VE
  • Volvo Penta TAD660VE
  • Volvo Penta TAD750VE
  • Volvo Penta TAD760VE
  • Engine Family: TD, TAD
  • HP Range: Approximately 200-300 HP
  • Year Range: Approximately 2004 - 2015

⚙️ Key Features

  • Genuine Volvo Penta 24v glow plug
  • Provides 24-volt preheating in the combustion chamber or inlet starting system to improve cold starting
  • Documented electrical specification: 24V
  • Engine type: 7-litre inline-six turbocharged industrial diesel
  • 6 used per assembly

🔌 Function

Provides 24-volt preheating in the combustion chamber or inlet starting system to improve cold starting.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

  • Hard cold starting or extended cranking
  • White smoke and rough running immediately after start
  • Open-circuit or high-resistance glow plug
  • Preheat fault code or uneven current draw between cylinders
  • Swollen, burnt or carbon-damaged heating tip

🛠️ Service Notes

  • Test all six glow plugs and the preheat relay rather than replacing one blindly.
  • Use the specified torque and ensure the bore is clean before installation.

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM Supersession Chain

  • 20783049 → Supersedes 20460458

OEM / Related Numbers

  • 20460458 earlier number superseded by this part
  • 3801133 - cylinder-head assemblies
  • 23095755 - cylinder-head assemblies
  • 20849976 - intake valve seat
  • 20849979 - exhaust valve insert
  • 20459855 - valve-stem seal
  • 20459851 - valve springs
  • 20758484 - valve springs
  • 20840747 - spring disc
  • 11700345 - valve cotters
  • 20840807 - thrust washer
  • 20792103 - snap ring
  • 20792876 - rocker arms
  • 20792878 - rocker arms
  • 20913851 - adjusting screw
  • 20841035 - valve-cover gasket
  • 20841027 - valve covers
  • 21134620 - valve covers

Other-Brand OEM Numbers

  • VOE20783049 - Volvo CE prefixed number format

OEM Reman Alternatives

  • 3801894 - remanufactured cylinder head

Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

  • SRP: GP-91288

📦 Condition

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

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.

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