3854260 Distributor Cap | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

🔧 Product Description

Distributor cap weighing 0.163 kg and listed for 27 applications, listed as the distributor cap for the 3.0GLP-C, D, E and J and for the 3.0GXi-J and GXiC-J. Rotor 3854261 is the rotor listed alongside it for the same engines, and the two are renewed together. The 4.3GL takes the larger cap 3854331 at 0.204 kg.

🚤 Compatibility

Full model list at the end of this description.

⚙️ Key Features

• Distributor cap for the 3.0GLP-C, D, E and J and the 3.0GXi-J and GXiC-J
• Pairs with rotor 3854261
• 0.163 kg
• 27 listed applications
• Cap 3854331 with rotor 3854311 is the 4.3GL set
• Genuine Volvo Penta Part, designed and manufactured to ensure original fit, safety and performance
• Role: Distributor cap
• Fits: 3.0GLP-C/D/E/J; 3.0GXi-J, 3.0GXiC-J

🔌 Function

Routes the high voltage from the rotor to the correct plug lead for each cylinder in turn.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

• Misfire or hard starting, worst in damp weather
• Hairline cracks or carbon tracking inside the cap
• Contacts burnt, pitted or eaten away
• Green corrosion in the lead sockets
• Engine cutting out and returning as the cap warms and dries

🛠️ Service Notes

• Renew cap and rotor as a pair, since 3854260 and 3854261 are listed together for the same engines
• Check the leads for continuity and tracking before blaming the cap
• Always refer to the operator's manual for the recommended maintenance and service intervals for your engine and drive
• Listed against more than one engine or drive family - check the qualifier that applies to your own engine or drive

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

• Sierra: 18-5361
• GLM: 71420
• Mallory: 9-29424
• CDI Electronics: E64-0004

📦 Condition

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

🔎 Full Model Compatibility

Typically suits:

• Volvo Penta 3.0GLM-A, 3.0GLM-B, 3.0GLM-C, 3.0GLMMDA, 3.0GLP-A, 3.0GLP-B, 3.0GLP-C, 3.0GLP-D, 3.0GLP-E, 3.0GLP-J, 3.0GLP-N, 3.0GSM-A, 3.0GSM-B, 3.0GSMBYMCE, 3.0GSM-C, 3.0GSMLKD, 3.0GSMNCS, 3.0GSMWTR, 3.0GSP-A, 3.0GSP-B, 3.0GSPBYMCE, 3.0GSP-C, 3.0GSPEFS, 3.0GSPLKD, 3.0GSPMDA, 3.0GSPNCS, 3.0GSPWTR