Volvo Penta Oil Dipstick – OEM Part 21650012
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Volvo Penta Oil Dipstick – OEM Part 21650012
Part Number: 21650012
Brand: Volvo Penta
System: Engine Lubrication / Oil Level Monitoring
Engine Family: Volvo Penta gasoline and diesel inboard/sterndrive engines
This is the genuine OEM oil dipstick for Volvo Penta marine engines. Designed to provide accurate oil level readings in demanding marine environments, it features clearly marked MIN/MAX indicators and a secure-seating handle to prevent oil leaks between checks. If your current dipstick is bent, has illegible markings, or no longer seats properly, this is the correct direct replacement.
Compatible Applications
- Volvo Penta AQ series gasoline inboard/sterndrive engines
- Volvo Penta 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder gasoline engines (verify by serial number)
- Confirm fitment using your engine serial number — located on the engine block ID plate
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 21650012
- Type: Engine oil dipstick
- System: Lubrication / oil level monitoring
- Material: OEM-spec marine-grade construction
- Weight: Approx. 150 g (0.15 kg)
Parts Desk Insights
This dipstick is most commonly needed after engine service when the original is lost or damaged during an oil change. It's also a frequent replacement when boats are purchased used and the dipstick is missing entirely. Customers occasionally order this part when their existing dipstick no longer reads accurately — often caused by a bent tube or worn markings from years of use. Always verify your engine serial number before ordering, as Volvo Penta uses several dipstick variants across engine families.
Service Interval
Inspect the dipstick at every oil change (typically every 100 hours or annually). Replace if markings are worn, the dipstick is bent, or it no longer seats securely in the tube.
Technical FAQ
Q: How do I check my oil level correctly?
Check with the engine warm and the boat on a level surface. Remove the dipstick, wipe clean, reinsert fully, then withdraw and read the level against the MIN/MAX marks.
Q: Will this fit my engine?
Fitment depends on your specific engine serial number. Use the serial number on your engine block ID plate to confirm compatibility before ordering.
Q: What if my dipstick tube is also damaged?
If the tube itself is bent or cracked, see the Volvo Penta Dipstick Extension Tube or Dipstick Tube 11423485.
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Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 3–4 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
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