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    Affordable scan tool

    Agreed. It does accurately show the code history on the boat as it identified faulty coil #6 (fixed under warranty). I used the capture live data function and it shows a ton of info. I have proprietary tools for my cars and wanted to buy Diacom for the boat but it's very expensive for just a...
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    Single beep when engaging drive, 2017 Volvo Penta 4.3 V6-200J, no codes

    Ran a couple of bottles of Techron and it seemed to run better. My current theory is clogged injectors with possibly one dribbling after shut off which might contribute to vapor lock when starting hot. Rough idle and fuel smell also consistent with injector issues.
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    Single beep when engaging drive, 2017 Volvo Penta 4.3 V6-200J, no codes

    Thanks. Load tested battery tests good. Alternator also tests good. All fluids including out drive gear oil look good. No issues with gauges. Took boat back out again and this time no beep. Boat is difficult to restart with warm engine compared to when cold. Idle is rough and I can occasionally...
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    Affordable scan tool

    These engines share a common J1939 communication protocol with heavy diesel truck engines. Most heavy truck scanners can pull DTC codes from these engines if you purchase the correct cable adapter. I can confirm that an inexpensive Autel AutoLink AL529HD does work. It will display all of the...
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    Speedometer fix for newer Volvo Penta I/O SX drives

    If your speedo stops working, it's a known issue. With boat on trailer raise trim all the way up. Look under backside of out drive for a loose black hose. This is the pickup hose for the speedo. It should attach to a barbed white plastic fitting that will appear on the out drive as a square...
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    2018 V6 200 J Oil pressure dropping and alarm

    For anyone with speedometer issues with SX out drive-- With engine off raise trim fully and look under back of engine for a small black tube disconnected from a square white plug. The barbed nipple gets brittle and snaps off after 3-4 years of service. Vacuum out the plastic bits and replace...
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    Single beep when engaging drive, 2017 Volvo Penta 4.3 V6-200J, no codes

    Getting a single beep when engaging drive on '17 V6-200J, A699123. Located north end of Lake Washington in Seattle/Kenmore. Powered across lake after refueling with no issues, shut it off to lower bimini top, then some difficulty restarting when warm. Had to crank key twice and hold key in far...
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    Plastic rivets holding in side panel cupholder remove/replace to give access to grab handles?

    Answered my own question. These are arrow style non-removable panel rivets/clips. Unlike the tree style or push pin plastic clips found on auto interiors, these apparently aren't designed to be removed. Prying them out with a panel removal tool requires enough force that a thin panel can be...
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    Plastic rivets holding in side panel cupholder remove/replace to give access to grab handles?

    If a mod is reading this, go ahead and delete or move this thread. This would be better in a boat interior section and not hull repair.
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    Plastic rivets holding in side panel cupholder remove/replace to give access to grab handles?

    I found M6 "jack nuts" in stainless on Ebay and a hand install tool. I think this style might be less likely to damage the fiberglass from too much expansion pressure.
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    Plastic rivets holding in side panel cupholder remove/replace to give access to grab handles?

    Thanks for the reply Scott. I have used rivnuts into aluminum but never fiberglass. I didn't use any special tools, only a couple of wrenches to mushroom them out. I worry that the stainless or galvanized rivnuts will cause it to stress crack from pressure. Maybe the pre-bulbed slotted style...
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    Plastic rivets holding in side panel cupholder remove/replace to give access to grab handles?

    The grab handles on my 2017 Stingray 198ls pulled loose. I have shimmed the holes with zip-ties and tightened them up, but it's a poor long-term solution. The issue is that they used stainless wood screws from the factory. I'd like to through bolt them with a nut and a washer. Access from behind...
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    Procedure to drain and refill closed antifreeze on 5th gen Volvo Penta 4.3?

    Thanks. Just ordered the PDF service manual. Hopefully it contains the coolant change as a service item which is not guaranteed as some manufacturers now treat coolant as non-serviceable by owners. I feel like maintenance should be part of the owner's manual and every owner should have access...
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    Procedure to drain and refill closed antifreeze on 5th gen Volvo Penta 4.3?

    Is there a diagram or an image online that shows the drain locations? All I see on the sides are this. Sorry for the quality of the images as it's pretty tight access. Could someone put an x marks the spot on these images?
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    Procedure to drain and refill closed antifreeze on 5th gen Volvo Penta 4.3?

    LeadersRPM online or your local Volvo Penta repair shop. Still no luck on finding a diagram that shows the drain areas or whether this job requires pulling a vacuum to bleed the system when refilling.
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    Procedure to drain and refill closed antifreeze on 5th gen Volvo Penta 4.3?

    My 2017 is a bit low on AF. It takes the yellow VCS. I thought since I'm buying a jug, I might as well drain and refill as it hasn't been done since new. Is it really necessary to drain from three different locations? Is there space for a tray or do I let it run into the bilge and collect from...
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    Volvo Penta SX power steering actuator fluid leak from large cylinder

    According to rebuild company in Florida, the large cylinder cannot be repaired. On my part, the seal was blue. It was still partially sealing but I had a slow drip under the P. I could have driven it as-is but I hate leaking fluid into the bilge. I was forced to purchase a new part. I have it...
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    Hard starting after drifting with warm engine, Volvo Penta 4.3, V6-200-J (2017), A699123, VPGAS063873, EFI fresh water cooled, SX outdrive

    Thanks for listening.
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    Hard starting after drifting with warm engine, Volvo Penta 4.3, V6-200-J (2017), A699123, VPGAS063873, EFI fresh water cooled, SX outdrive

    ok. i fixed it.
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    Hard starting after drifting with warm engine, Volvo Penta 4.3, V6-200-J (2017), A699123, VPGAS063873, EFI fresh water cooled, SX outdrive

    Update. I uploaded a video of the noise to Youtube. See . Is this normal? Both high and low pump cylinders were hot to the touch. Fewer issues with starting the engine warm after topping off the tank. Also ran a bottle of techron. I'm suspecting the screen on the intake in the pump or the check...
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