{"product_id":"volvo-771","title":"Volvo Penta Power Steering V-Belt 3858462","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVolvo Penta OEM Power Steering V-Belt – Part No. 3858462\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3858462\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Steering Pump V-Belt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConventional cogged V-belt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Steering Pump Assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffective Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 45 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 29\/64 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 0.7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupersedes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3853331, 960336 (earlier Volvo Penta numbers); OMC 914787 \/ 0311046\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaced By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo documented replacement — 3858462 is the current active OEM number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAftermarket Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSierra 18-15450\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm fitment by exact engine model, year, and power-steering configuration before ordering. Some closely related Volvo Penta engines use different accessory belts depending on the installed steering and accessory arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 3.0GSPHUB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 3.0GSPLKD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 3.0GSPMDA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 3.0GSPNCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 3.0GSPNCS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 5.0FL\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 5.0FI\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 5.8FL\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 5.8FI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace this belt if you notice cracking, glazing, frayed edges, missing cog material, excessive stretching, or persistent squealing during operation. A worn or loose belt reduces power steering pump output and can cause inconsistent or heavy steering. Inspect the belt at each seasonal service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring belt replacement, inspect the power steering pump pulley, crankshaft pulley, mounting bracket, and belt alignment for wear or damage. Set belt tension according to the Volvo Penta service specification for the engine and recheck tension after the first hour of operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/11077659459620\"\u003eSierra V-Belt 47-15450 — Marine Inboard Sterndrive (aftermarket equivalent)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the only belt on these engines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Volvo Penta gasoline engines typically use multiple belts for different accessories. Part 3858462 is specifically the \u003cem\u003epower steering pump\u003c\/em\u003e belt — other belts on the same engine (alternator, raw-water pump) have different part numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the older numbers 3853331 or 960336 still work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThose are superseded numbers that 3858462 replaces. Order using 3858462 as the current active number to ensure you receive the correct part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if my belt tension is correct?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the deflection method specified in your Volvo Penta service manual. A correctly tensioned belt should have minimal deflection under moderate thumb pressure at the longest unsupported span. An overly tight belt accelerates pulley bearing wear; a loose belt slips and reduces steering assist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the Sierra 18-15450 instead?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSierra 18-15450 is an aftermarket reference for this application. If you prefer the OEM part, use Volvo Penta 3858462. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/11077659459620\"\u003eSierra 47-15450 is available here\u003c\/a\u003e if you prefer the aftermarket option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common mistake with this belt is ordering an alternator or raw-water pump belt when the customer actually needs the power steering belt — they’re all V-belts on the same engine and look similar. Asking the customer which accessory lost performance (steering feel vs. charging vs. cooling) quickly narrows it down. Squealing on turns is the classic symptom for a worn power steering belt specifically.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VOL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43564032950308,"sku":"3858462","price":49.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/a1fd991d-ffdd-441b-ad6c-ee7b784dcd51.png?v=1788634501","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/volvo-771","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}