3836478 Air Filter Insert | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta air filter insert from the Inlet and Exhaust System group, weighing 3.833 kg and listed for 7 applications across TWD and TAMD series engines. It supersedes part number 866658.

🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

• Volvo Penta TWD1230VE
• Volvo Penta TAMD122P-A
• Volvo Penta TAMD122P-B
• Volvo Penta TAMD122P-C
• Volvo Penta TAMD163A-A
• Volvo Penta TAMD163P-A
• Volvo Penta TAMD165A

• Engine Family: TWD, TAMD

⚙️ Key Features

• 3.833 kg
• 7 applications across TWD and TAMD series engines
• Supersedes 866658
• Replaceable filter element

🔌 Function

Traps airborne dust and grit before it reaches the turbocharger and cylinders.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

• Restriction indicator showing, or high inlet vacuum
• Visible dust track on the clean side of the element
• Black smoke and sluggish response under load
• Element pleats collapsed, oiled or waterlogged
• Torn or distorted end seal

🛠️ Service Notes

• Wipe out the housing before fitting and check the sealing faces are clean and undamaged
• Never tap or wash the element to extend its life, as that opens paths for grit to reach the turbo

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM Supersession Chain

• 3836478 → Supersedes 866658

OEM / Related Numbers

• 866658 earlier number superseded by this part

Other-Brand OEM Numbers

• WIX: WA10136

Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

• HIFI FILTER: SA16496
• SF-FILTER: SL81975
• Imprefil: IA1649

📦 Condition

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