Volvo Penta Lubricating System Gasket 865385 | OEM | TAMD61–75 Oil System

Volvo Penta OEM Lubricating System Gasket — Part 865385

• Part Number: 865385
• Brand: Volvo Penta (Genuine OEM)
• Official Product Type: Seals & Gaskets — Lubricating System / Oil System
• System: Engine Lubrication — oil sump, flange, and oil-tube assembly
• Diagram Position: Item 32 in applicable Volvo Penta lubricating system schematics
• Supersedes: 864013 (earlier gasket replaced by 865385)
• Earlier References: 837964 — earlier gasket; 862690 — superseded to 864013, then subsequently to 865385
• Quantity Note: Some engines (e.g. TAMD71B, TAMD72P-A) specify two gaskets at this location — confirm required quantity against your serial-number-specific schematic
• Weight: approx. 0.01 kg

What It Does

This is the genuine OEM gasket used in the lower lubricating-system plumbing on a broad range of Volvo Penta marine diesel engines. It seals the connection at the oil-system flange and tube assembly in the sump area — a location that is easy to overlook but important for maintaining a clean, leak-free oil circuit. The gasket spans several generations of Volvo Penta TAMD engines, and the quantity required varies by engine configuration, so always confirm both fitment and quantity against the applicable Volvo Penta parts schematic for your exact engine serial number.

Compatible Applications

Confirm fitment and required quantity by engine model and serial number before ordering. Some configurations require two gaskets at this location.

TAMD Series (primary applications)

• TAMD61A
• TAMD62A
• TAMD70B, TAMD70C, TAMD70D, TAMD70E
• TAMD71A, TAMD71B
• TAMD72A, TAMD72P-A, TAMD72WJ-A
• TAMD73P-A, TAMD73WJ-A
• TAMD74A-A, TAMD74A-B, TAMD74C-A, TAMD74C-B, TAMD74L-A, TAMD74L-B, TAMD74P-A, TAMD74P-B
• TAMD75P-A

Earlier / Related Applications

• AQD70B, AQD70D
• MD70B, MD70C
• TD70CHC
• TMD70B, TMD70C

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

Schematic Reference

In Volvo Penta lubricating system diagrams, 865385 appears as item 32 alongside:

• Oil sump / crankcase
• Oil dipstick and O-ring
• Oil-system flange (e.g. 864707 on TAMD72P-A)
• Bushing (e.g. 843108)
• Oil tube (e.g. 864710)
• Flange screws and brackets

The TAMD71B and TAMD72P-A schematics both specify two 865385 gaskets in the assembly. Confirm quantity against the exact diagram for your engine.

Part Numbers & Supersession Chain

• 865385 — Current Volvo Penta OEM reference
• 864013 — Earlier gasket; superseded by 865385
• 837964 — Earlier gasket; also updated to 865385
• 862690 — Earlier reference; superseded to 864013, then to 865385

When to Replace

Replace this gasket when:

• The oil-system flange or tube connection is disassembled for any reason
• Engine oil seepage is visible around the joint
• The original gasket is compressed, torn, or hardened
• Oil-pan or lower lubrication-system service requires removal of the connection
• The gasket has been disturbed during overhaul or oil-system repair

A previously compressed gasket should be replaced rather than reused when the joint is opened — reusing a flattened gasket is the most common cause of repeat oil seepage at this location.

Service Interval

There is no fixed replacement interval — replace on condition or whenever the associated joint is disturbed. Inspect during any lower oil-system, oil-sump, or flange service and replace if the gasket shows any sign of compression set, tearing, or oil saturation.

Installation Notes

• Confirm the required quantity from the serial-number-specific schematic before ordering (one or two gaskets depending on engine)
• Clean all mating surfaces thoroughly and remove all old gasket material before reassembly
• Inspect the associated flange and oil tube for corrosion, distortion, or thread damage
• Tighten related hardware evenly to the torque specification in the applicable Volvo Penta workshop manual
• Follow the Volvo Penta workshop procedure for oil-system assembly and fastener sequence

Technical FAQ

Q: How many gaskets does my engine need?
It depends on the engine configuration. The TAMD61A schematic shows one gasket at item 32, while the TAMD71B and TAMD72P-A schematics specify two. Always confirm the required quantity against the Volvo Penta parts diagram for your exact engine model and serial number.

Q: Can I reuse the old gasket if it looks intact?
Volvo Penta workshop practice is to replace gaskets whenever the joint is disassembled. A gasket that has been compressed in service may not reseal correctly after removal, even if it appears undamaged.

Q: Does 865385 replace 864013 and 837964 directly?
Yes. 865385 is the current Volvo Penta OEM reference that supersedes both 864013 and 837964. If your diagram or parts list shows either of those earlier numbers, 865385 is the correct current replacement.

Q: Is this the same gasket used across all TAMD engines listed?
The part number is the same, but installation quantity and exact diagram position may vary by engine. Confirm against the applicable schematic for your serial range before ordering.

Parts Desk Insights

This gasket is easy to overlook because it sits in the lower lubricating-system plumbing rather than at a major engine-cover joint — it does not get the same attention as a head gasket or exhaust manifold seal, but a weeping oil-system flange on a working diesel is still a problem that needs fixing. The most important thing to check before ordering is the quantity: several TAMD configurations call for two of these gaskets in the same assembly, and showing up with one when the job needs two means ordering again and waiting. If the oil-system flange or tube is already apart, this is also a good time to inspect the adjacent bushing and O-ring in the same area while access is easy.