{"product_id":"volvo-penta-exhaust-bellows-kit-3888916-sx-a-dps","title":"Volvo Penta Exhaust Bellows Kit 3888916 | SX-A DPS-A DPS-B FWD OEM","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVolvo Penta Exhaust Bellows Kit – 3888916\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePart Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3888916\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Volvo Penta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Product Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exhaust Bellows Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Volvo Penta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupersedes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3841293\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exhaust bellows and clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiagram Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Position 22 – Gimbal Ring and Pivot Housing Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterndrive Exhaust – Transom \/ Pivot Housing Connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat This Kit Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3888916 is the OEM exhaust bellows kit for selected Volvo Penta SX-A, DPS-A, DPS-B, and FWD sterndrive applications. It forms the flexible exhaust connection between the transom pivot housing and the sterndrive unit, directing exhaust flow while accommodating the full range of drive trim and steering movement. The kit includes the exhaust bellows and the clamps needed for a complete replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the later SX-A\/DPS-family kit. Earlier SX, DP-S, and DP-SM drives use a different exhaust bellows — \u003ca href=\"\/products\/volvo-penta-exhaust-bellows-3850426-sx-dp-s-dp-sm-oem\"\u003eVolvo Penta Exhaust Bellows 3850426\u003c\/a\u003e. Always confirm your drive model before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta SX-A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta DPS-A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta DPS-A OXi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta DPS-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta DPS-B OX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta DPS-D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta FWD-B1 \/ FWD-B2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta FWD-D1 \/ FWD-D2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment is drive-specific. Confirm the sterndrive model, drive serial number, and transom-shield configuration before ordering. Volvo Penta uses different exhaust bellows across its sterndrive families and some configurations look similar but are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eService Interval\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolvo Penta recommends inspecting all sterndrive bellows annually and replacing them on a scheduled basis — typically every 3 years or as specified in the service manual for your drive model. Rubber bellows degrade with UV exposure, heat cycling, and flex fatigue regardless of hours. Replace sooner if any cracking, stiffness, or leakage is found during inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber is cracked, hardened, split, or visibly deteriorated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamps are corroded or no longer secure the bellows properly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhaust gases or water leakage visible at the transom or pivot housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBellows is distorted or torn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive service already requires access to this area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBellows age or service history is unknown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect the mating necks, clamp grooves, and surrounding pivot-housing hardware before installing the new bellows. Remove corrosion or deposits that could prevent a proper seat. Install in the orientation specified by the Volvo Penta service procedure and verify the bellows is not twisted or over-stretched through the drive’s full steering and trim range. While this area is accessible, also inspect the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/volvo-penta-gimbal-bearing-3888555-sx-a-tsk-transom-shield\"\u003egimbal bearing\u003c\/a\u003e, U-joint bellows, and seawater intake hose — Volvo Penta identifies these as neighboring maintenance items for SX-A and DPS-family drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does 3888916 replace 3841293?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Volvo Penta 3888916 is the current part, superseding the earlier 3841293.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will this kit fit my older SX \/ DP-S drive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Earlier SX, DP-S, and DP-SM drives use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/volvo-penta-exhaust-bellows-3850426-sx-dp-s-dp-sm-oem\"\u003eexhaust bellows 3850426\u003c\/a\u003e. The 3888916 kit is specific to the later SX-A and DPS-family drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the kit include the clamps?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes — the kit includes both the exhaust bellows and the clamps required for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/volvo-penta-exhaust-bellows-3850426-sx-dp-s-dp-sm-oem\"\u003eVolvo Penta Exhaust Bellows 3850426 – Earlier SX \/ DP-S \/ DP-SM\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/volvo-penta-gimbal-bearing-3888555-sx-a-tsk-transom-shield\"\u003eVolvo Penta Gimbal Bearing 3888555 – SX-A TSK Transom Shield\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/volvo-penta-shaft-o-ring-3852565-sx-dps-forward-drive-oem-seal\"\u003eVolvo Penta Shaft O-Ring 3852565 – SX DPS Forward Drive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAlternate Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolvo Penta 3888916\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3841293 (superseded)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSierra 18-1076\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eREC3888916\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCEF500536K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common ordering mistake with exhaust bellows is selecting by appearance rather than drive model. The 3888916 belongs to the SX-A\/DPS family — if the customer has an older SX, DP-S, or DP-SM drive, they need 3850426 instead. When the exhaust bellows is being replaced, it’s worth checking the U-joint bellows and gimbal bearing at the same time since access overlaps and these are all scheduled maintenance items on the same service interval.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VOL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43564037734436,"sku":"3888916","price":83.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/c907f206-8d78-4cab-accb-efbcc883f955.png?v=1776452616","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/volvo-penta-exhaust-bellows-kit-3888916-sx-a-dps","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}