Technical information: Approx 2.65 Litres. Oil Spec: Synthetic Gear Oil API GL-5 SAE 75w/90 oil.
Volvo Penta pre 2007 SX Sterndrive. We supply all parts for the pre-2007 SX sterndrive. The service and spares parts list includes sterndrive prop removal tools, anodes, drive and exhaust bellows, hoses, oils, shaft grease and shaft seals. Sterndrives use different types of gear oils, dependant on the sterndrive type. See the individual sterndrive sections or our downloads section for more information.
It is important to use genuine anodes on a Volvo pre-2007 SX Sterndrive. Volvo Penta anodes and made to exact specifications to protect the Sterndrive from corrosion. We have seen evidence of counterfeit anodes and this can lead to a total loss of the Sterndrive from corrosion.
Replacement Volvo Penta sterndrive propellers are available from us within this site.
Please contact us if you need a new propeller. If you require technical help with any aspect of your sterndrive or propeller choice, please call us.
Volvo Penta pre-2007 SX Sterndrives should be serviced at the end of every season to ensure the oil is not emulsified, indicating that the shaft seals require changing. Water intake hoses should also be checked for condition and bellows changed every two years. See our downloads section from the left-hand menu to download a list of oils for each Sterndrive type.
Volvo Penta Synthetic Transmission oil, SAE 75W-90
Propeller shaft grease for all saltwater applications in a 500-gram pot.
Sterndrive universal joint bellow kit for SX, DP-SM, DPS-A and other Sterndrives. This genuine kit includes the jubilee clips. Bellow should be inspected every year and changed every 2-3 years dependant on use.
Sterndrive exhaust bellow kit without exhaust flap for some SX Outdrives. We have seen a very high failure rate on non-genuine aftermarket exhaust bellows for this Outdrive. This can lead to very expensive repairs. Please note, only genuine Volvo Penta parts should be used
Zinc gimbal housing anode for SX, DP-SM Sterndrives (Smiley face type)
Genuine Volv Penta Zinc SX and DP-SM cavitation anode.