Volvo Penta OEM Cartridge Oil Filter Insert 8692305 | Replaces 30788821 | 4.3L 5.7L V6 D3 Diesel

Volvo Penta OEM Cartridge Oil Filter Insert — Part 8692305

• Part Number: 8692305
• Brand: Volvo Penta (Genuine OEM)
• Official Product Type: Filters & Filtration — Engine Oil Filter Insert (Cartridge Style)
• System: Engine lubrication — oil filtration
• Filter Style: Cartridge / filter-element insert (not a spin-on canister)
• Includes: Filter element and housing sealing O-ring
• Replaces: 30788821 (earlier Volvo Penta reference)
• Weight: approx. 0.3 kg

Cartridge filter — not a spin-on: The 8692305 is a cartridge-style filter insert that installs inside the engine’s oil filter housing rather than threading on as a conventional spin-on canister. If your engine uses a removable housing cap, this is the correct filter style. If your engine uses a metal spin-on filter, verify the engine serial number before ordering.

What It Does

The 8692305 is the genuine OEM cartridge oil filter insert for selected Volvo Penta gasoline and D3 diesel marine engines. It removes contaminants from circulating engine oil to protect internal engine components during normal operation and service. The service replacement is supplied with the housing sealing O-ring — the O-ring must be replaced at every filter service and should never be reused, even if it appears undamaged. Volvo Penta’s maintenance-parts catalog lists 8692305 as the engine oil filter / oil filter insert for several later gasoline engine families including 4.3L, 5.7L, and V6-200/225 applications, as well as selected D3 diesel configurations using this cartridge housing design.

Compatible Applications

Confirm fitment by engine model and serial number and the specific Volvo Penta parts diagram before ordering. Volvo Penta used different oil filter housings and filter types across production generations.

Gasoline Engines

• 4.3GL-J / JF
• 4.3GXi-J / JF
• 4.3OSi-J / JF
• 5.7Gi300-J / JF
• 5.7GXi-J / JF
• 5.7OSi-J / JF
• 5.7OSXi-J / JF
• V6-200
• V6-225
• Additional selected 4.3L through 8.1L gasoline applications using the cartridge-style filter housing

Diesel Engines

• Volvo Penta D3-110
• Volvo Penta D3-130
• Volvo Penta D3-160
• Volvo Penta D3-190
• Selected D3-series variants using the cartridge filter housing configuration

Not sure it fits? Send us your Volvo Penta engine model and serial number before ordering.

Part Numbers & Cross-References

• 8692305 — Current Volvo Penta OEM part number
• 30788821 — Earlier Volvo Penta reference; superseded by 8692305
• Sierra 18-8003 / 18-8003-1 — Aftermarket cross-reference
• EMP 35-57820 — Aftermarket cross-reference
• HIFI SO7205 — Aftermarket cross-reference
• MANN HU719/8X — Aftermarket cross-reference
• Mahle OX370D / OX370D ECO — Aftermarket cross-reference
• Baldwin P7417 — Aftermarket cross-reference

For verified OEM fitment, order 8692305. Aftermarket cross-references are provided for reference only — confirm compatibility before substituting.

When to Replace

Replace the oil filter:

• At the scheduled engine oil service interval — replace at every oil change
• Whenever the engine oil is changed, regardless of filter hours
• After any internal engine work that may have introduced debris into the lubrication system
• If the housing O-ring is damaged, flattened, or leaking
• During winterization or seasonal commissioning service

Service Interval

Replace at every engine oil change — do not reuse the filter element or the housing O-ring. Volvo Penta recommends annual oil and filter changes as a minimum service interval for recreational marine use; consult the applicable engine service manual for the hour-based interval that applies to your engine. On engines used in commercial or higher-hour applications, more frequent oil and filter changes may be appropriate. Always replace the O-ring supplied with 8692305 at each service — reusing an old O-ring is a common cause of post-service oil leaks from the filter housing.

Installation Notes

• Confirm 8692305 is the correct filter for your engine model, serial number, and filter housing type before installing — verify it is a cartridge housing (removable cap), not a spin-on filter application
• Remove the old filter element from the housing and discard
• Remove and discard the old housing O-ring — do not reuse it, even if it appears undamaged
• Clean the filter housing and cap sealing surfaces thoroughly before reassembly
• Install the new O-ring supplied with the filter and lubricate it with clean engine oil as specified by Volvo Penta for the applicable engine
• Install the new filter element in the correct orientation per the Volvo Penta service procedure
• Refit the housing cap and tighten to the specified torque — do not overtighten
• Refill with the correct engine oil type and quantity
• Run the engine, allow oil pressure to establish, and check for leaks around the filter housing cap
• Shut down and recheck the oil level before returning the engine to service

Technical FAQ

Q: What is the difference between a cartridge oil filter and a spin-on oil filter?
A cartridge filter is a replaceable filter element that inserts inside a reusable housing with a removable cap. A spin-on filter is a self-contained metal canister that threads directly onto a nipple on the engine block. The 8692305 is a cartridge element — if your Volvo Penta engine has a metal canister that screws directly onto the engine, verify the engine model and serial number, as it likely uses a different filter.

Q: Does 8692305 include the O-ring?
Yes. The 8692305 is supplied with the housing sealing O-ring. Replace the O-ring at every filter service — do not reuse the old O-ring, as a compressed or aged O-ring can leak after reassembly even if it looks intact.

Q: Does 8692305 fit both D3 diesel and gasoline engines?
Yes, for selected applications in both families. However, not every Volvo Penta D3 or gasoline engine uses this filter — confirm by engine model, serial number, and the Volvo Penta parts diagram for your specific engine before ordering.

Q: Can I use Sierra 18-8003 instead of 8692305?
Sierra 18-8003 and 18-8003-1 are commonly referenced as aftermarket equivalents for this filter. For verified OEM fitment, 8692305 is the correct Volvo Penta part. If substituting an aftermarket filter, confirm the physical dimensions, filtration rating, and O-ring compatibility match the OEM specification for your engine.

Parts Desk Insights

The key distinction with 8692305 is that it is a cartridge insert, not a spin-on filter. Customers occasionally order it for engines that use a spin-on filter on the same engine family, so confirming the filter housing type — removable cap versus threaded canister — is the first check before processing the order. The other issue that comes up is O-ring reuse: customers sometimes try to reuse the old housing O-ring to avoid having to wait for a new one. A reused O-ring is a frequent cause of post-service oil leaks from the filter housing, especially on engines where the O-ring has been compressed for a full season. The filter is supplied with a new O-ring — always install it.