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What is the serial number for the engine? D2-40A & D2-40B had issues with the oil pressure alarm going off on hot engines when idling, which could explain the alarm going off? There is a new p/n sensor to correct this issue if it's that. [links]
When you say warm how do you mean? We're in the Costa Blanca at present, so everything is fairly hot. Are you talking about the panel being exceptionally hot to touch? more
As for the MDI, whats the part number? There was a recall campaign on some of these, as they had similar problems with sending info to the instruments - it depends what stickers are on your unit though. I'm not sure how to add a picture but the part number will be in the bottom left hand corner of the label on the MDI, with the number reading vertically towards the top left hand corner of the label, if that makes sense! Also, uneffected units will have a sticker with 'K-253' on them.
Does anyone have an idea of the cause and solution?? more
I forgot to say that when the Tacho /Eng Hours Meter stops working if i switch off and then on again it works OK. more
Looking at the pcb with a loupe, watch-makers eye glass or powerful magnifier would be the first thing, assuming you have been on to the manufacturer to see if this could be a stock fault for which they can suggest the standard 'fix'?
Tap “Add photo” to upload a photo from your photo library and fill in the “Boat name” and “Dealer e-mail” information fields. here
For Android: For some phones/tablets, you find the window for the Bluetooth® code in the notification panel. If you do not find the Easy Connect interface in the list, go to Settings, choose Apps and then Easy Connect. Here you go to Permissions and turn on Location and Storage.
What do I need to use Easy Connect? more
Run the app. A disclaimer page displays. Tap “OK” or “Don’t show this message again”. here
To find out more about your installation, visit Manuals & Handbooks and type in your serial number. Under ‘specification’ you can find information about your engine and installation.
Recently had an intermittent engine start issue - thought might be user error but became a consistent issue this morning. Unfortunately when anchored in tight bay close to a rock, and miles from anybody or any telephone signal! Eventually managed to start and get to a signal, but not sure what solutions could be . more
Thanks all for the helpful suggestions
yes it is the electronic EVC control
Then it will require an isolated water temperature sensor.
Volvo Penta began the release of the current D-Series marine diesel engines around 2006. While all the larger models are common-rail, fuel injected electronic engines, the smaller D1- and D2-series engines, up to 4 cylinders and 75HP, still operate with traditional mechanical injection pumps. Volvo elected to interface these engines to its electronic gauges and controls by using an electronic interface module: the MDI (Mechanical Diesel Interface) black box. For some owners at least, the MDI box rapidly gained fame as the least reliable part of an otherwise excellent engine.
If you have a failed MOSFET in the pair, the system might well see it and report a system failure. You should not find battery voltage on the 5 pins linked together (source terminals) of the FETs when the battery supply is present and the FETs are supposed to be off. If you find battery voltage there, then the first FET must be shorted. [links]
It is incorrect. The alternator is a standard alternator and it charges independently of the MDI module. The only thing the MDI module does is kick-start it about 1 second after the engine fires up. It does this by applying power to the D+ terminal of the alternator (where the charging light is traditionally connected).
An alternator that has been in service for a while normally has some residual magnetism in the rotor and will often self-excite and start charging by itself if you rev it up high enough.
However, a simple work-around for this is briefly applying battery voltage to the D+ terminal of the alternator and it will cause the alternator to excite and start charging. The D+ terminal is a small threaded stud with one black wire attached to it and there is a “D” embossed in the backshell casting near it. more
I have a 2010 D2-55F with about 3500 hours and experienced the issues you refer to here. [links]
In this article, we have a look at the Volvo Penta MDI electronic black box while relocating it off the side of a Volvo Penta D2-40B engine in order to protect it from the heat and vibrations.
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