Volvo Penta Lower Gearcase Gasket Kit 3888822 | DPS-A DPS-B
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Volvo Penta Lower Gearcase Gasket Kit — Part No. 3888822
| Part Number | 3888822 |
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Product Type | Lower Gearcase Gasket & Seal Kit |
| System | Sterndrive — Lower Gear Housing |
| Diagram Position | Repair Kit, Lower — Key 3 in DPS repair-kit diagrams |
| Primary Applications | DPS-A, DPS-A OXi, DPS-B, DPS-B OX |
| Weight (estimated) | 0.2 kg |
This is the OEM lower gearcase gasket and seal kit for selected Volvo Penta DPS sterndrive lower-unit service. Rather than sourcing each seal individually, 3888822 packages the principal gaskets, O-rings, and sealing rings required for the lower gear-housing service operation. It is identified as the Repair Kit, Lower (Key 3) in documented DPS repair-kit diagrams.
Kit Contents
- 3889784 — Gasket
- 3889786 — Gasket
- 3855081 — O-ring
- 3852866 — O-ring
- 925259 — O-ring
- 851407 — Sealing ring
- 853808 — Sealing ring
- 853807 — Sealing ring
Compatible Applications
Primary diagram-confirmed applications:
- DPS-A
- DPS-A OXi
- DPS-B
- DPS-B OX
Broader dealer catalog references also associate 3888822 with selected DPS-B1, DPS-D/D1, FWD-B/D variants, SX-A, SX-D, and TSK configurations. Confirm by exact drive model and serial number before ordering.
Drive & Serial Number Fitment Notice
Match this kit by the exact drive model and serial number — not by engine model alone. Volvo Penta uses several related lower-unit gasket kits in the same repair-kit family (including 3888821 and 22612828) with different seal combinations. The correct kit depends on the specific drive configuration and repair-kit diagram position.
When to Use This Kit
Use a fresh gasket and seal kit whenever:
- Opening the lower gear housing for any service operation
- Rebuilding the lower unit
- Replacing internal bearings or shafts that require disturbing the seals
- Correcting gear-oil leakage or water intrusion into the drive oil
- Existing O-rings or sealing rings are flattened, hardened, cut, or damaged during disassembly
Seals disturbed during disassembly should be replaced rather than reused.
Installation Notes
Before assembly, clean all gasket and O-ring grooves and inspect mating surfaces for corrosion or damage. Lubricate seals only as specified in the Volvo Penta service procedure, confirm sealing-ring orientation, and replace any damaged drain-plug or housing seals at the same time. Pressure- and vacuum-test the gearcase after assembly before returning the drive to service. Use the Volvo Penta workshop procedure for correct torque values and seal installation depth.
Related Kits (Different Configurations — Not Interchangeable)
- 3888821 — Related lower gearcase gasket kit (different seal combination)
- 22612828 — Later related lower gearcase gasket kit (different seal combination)
Parts Desk Insights
Best use: Order 3888822 when your DPS-A or DPS-B lower-unit repair-kit diagram confirms this as the correct lower kit (Key 3) for the service being performed. Using a complete kit ensures all sealing components are renewed in one step, reducing the risk of a secondary leak from a missed or reused seal.
Common customer issue: Because Volvo Penta lists several visually similar lower-gearcase kits (3888821, 3888822, 22612828) in the same repair-kit family, ordering by part description rather than the diagram position and drive serial number is the most common mis-order. Always match the kit to the exact repair-kit diagram key and drive serial number before purchasing.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
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