3580552 Connecting Rod | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta connecting rod from the Engine group, weighing 0.828 kg and listed for four MD series engine applications.

🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

• Volvo Penta MD2040
• Volvo Penta MD2040B
• Volvo Penta MD2040-C
• Volvo Penta MD2040-D

• Engine Family: MD

⚙️ Key Features

• 0.828 kg
• Four MD series engine applications
• 3 used per assembly

🔌 Function

Connects the piston to the crankshaft, carrying combustion load into rotation.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

• Big end bearing failure with debris in the oil
• Knocking under load
• Bore out of round or the rod bent when measured
• Fretting on the bearing shell seats
• Bolt threads stretched or damaged

🛠️ Service Notes

• Rods are weight-matched within an engine, so check the set balance when fitting one
• Screw 3580554 and nut 3580555 are the rod fixings for these engines, and are frequently single-use
• Establish why the bearing failed, or the new rod will suffer the same fate

📦 Condition

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