Volvo Penta Oil Dipstick Guide 22456382 — D6 Marine Diesel
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Volvo Penta Oil Dipstick Guide — Part Number 22456382
| Part Number | 22456382 |
| Brand | Volvo Penta OEM |
| Official Part Type | Oil Dipstick Guide |
| System | Engine Lubrication / Oil Level Monitoring |
| Diagram Position | Sump and oil dipstick assembly |
| Engine Family | Volvo Penta D6 Marine Diesel |
| Sold | Individually (1 per engine assembly) |
| Weight | Approx. 300 g |
What This Part Does
The 22456382 is a genuine Volvo Penta OEM oil dipstick guide used in the lubrication system of selected D6 marine diesel engines. It supports and locates the dipstick tube path within the sump assembly, ensuring the oil dipstick follows the correct routing for accurate oil level readings. Without a properly seated guide, the dipstick can shift position and give false or inconsistent oil level readings — a small part with an important job on a high-output marine diesel.
Compatible Applications
Confirm the complete D6 model designation, generation suffix, and lubrication-system diagram before ordering. Components surrounding the dipstick guide changed across D6 generations even where the same guide continued to be used.
- D6-280A / D6-280I
- D6-310A / D6-310I
- D6-300A-F / D6-300D-F / D6-300I-F
- D6-330A-F / D6-330D-F / D6-330I-F
- D6-370A-F / D6-370D-F / D6-370I-F
- D6-400A-F
- D6-435D-F / D6-435I-F / D6-435I-TC-F
- D6-300A-G (later lubrication-system configurations — confirm by serial number)
Always confirm fitment using your engine serial number and the correct Volvo Penta lubrication-system diagram. This guide is a D6 oil dipstick system component — not a valve, timing, or driveline guide.
Serial Number Requirement
Match part number 22456382 to your D6 engine serial number and the correct Volvo Penta lubrication-system diagram before ordering. The components surrounding this guide changed across D6 generations, so serial number confirmation is the most reliable way to ensure the correct part.
Superseded Part Numbers
No confirmed superseding Volvo Penta part number is shown in current D6 parts references. 22456382 remains the current active OEM number.
When to Replace This Part
- Guide is cracked, distorted, or damaged
- Guide is loose and no longer holds the dipstick path securely in position
- Dipstick is giving inconsistent or inaccurate oil level readings
- Sump or dipstick tube service is being performed and the guide shows wear
- Guide is damaged during removal of surrounding components
Installation Notes
Inspect all adjoining dipstick and lubrication-system components during installation. Depending on engine generation, associated parts in the same assembly can include:
- Oil Dipstick 21650012
- O-ring 944124 (confirm availability by serial number)
- Pipe 3593955 — see also Oil System Pipe Retainer 3886957
- Nipple 3886951 (confirm availability by serial number)
- Later-generation bushing 23185526 (confirm by serial number)
- Later-generation nipple 23185523 (confirm by serial number)
Install the guide in the exact position shown in the applicable Volvo Penta lubrication-system diagram for your engine serial number.
Technical FAQ
Is this the same guide used on D4 engines?
No — 22456382 is confirmed for D6 applications. While some earlier catalog references associated it with D4 engines, the verified fitment is within the D6 lubrication-system assembly. Always confirm by engine serial number and diagram.
What happens if the dipstick guide is missing or damaged?
Without a properly seated guide, the dipstick tube can shift out of position, leading to inaccurate oil level readings. On a high-output marine diesel like the D6, accurate oil level monitoring is critical — a missing or damaged guide should be replaced before returning the engine to service.
Related Parts
- Volvo Penta Oil Dipstick 21650012
- Volvo Penta Oil Dipstick 23442759
- Volvo Penta Dipstick Extension Tube 22428286
- Volvo Penta Sump Dipstick Oil Pipe 3818681
- Volvo Penta Oil Pressure Pipe 21506563 — D4 / D6
- Volvo Penta Oil System Pipe Retainer 3886957
Parts Desk Insights
This part comes up most often during sump service or when a customer is troubleshooting inconsistent dipstick readings on a D6. The most common issue is the guide being overlooked during reassembly — it’s a small component that’s easy to miss, but its absence causes the dipstick to sit incorrectly and give unreliable oil level readings. Worth noting: some earlier catalog listings associated this guide with D4 engines, but the confirmed application is D6. If a customer is ordering for a D4, confirm the serial number and diagram carefully before proceeding.
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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