Target Audience:
Boat owners and marine technicians performing maintenance and repairs
Usage:
Inboard and sterndrive applications
Design:
V6 configuration for smooth power delivery
Fuel System:
Carbureted (GL) and multi-port fuel injection (GXi, OSi)
Ignition:
Electronic ignition system
Cooling:
Raw water cooling with thermostat
Emissions:
Compliant with marine emission regulations
Manual Type:
Service & Repair Manual
Delivery:
Instant download
File Quality:
Original, high-resolution images
Chapters:
General information, General Mechanical, Engine mechanical 4.3 liter, Steering system, Throttle & Shift control system, Cooling system, Engine removal and installation, Safety
Models Covered:
4.3 GL-A/B/C, 4.3 GXi-A/B(F)/C(F)/D(F)/E(F), 4.3 OSi-B(F)/C(F)/D(F)/E(F)
General Information:
Safety precautions, specifications, and service procedures
General Mechanical:
Engine maintenance and adjustments
Engine Mechanical 4.3 Liter:
Disassembly, inspection, and reassembly
Steering System:
Power steering and cable steering service
Throttle & Shift Control System:
Adjustments and repairs
Cooling System:
Raw water pump, thermostat, and cooling circuit
Engine Removal and Installation:
Procedures for removing and installing the engine
Safety:
Safety guidelines for service and repair
Diagnostic:
Troubleshooting charts and fault codes
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions with illustrations
Maintenance:
Scheduled service and tune-up procedures
Overhaul:
Engine rebuild specifications
Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, and fluid capacities
Diagrams:
Wiring diagrams, exploded views, and flow charts
Tools:
Special tools and equipment required
Measurements:
Metric and imperial units
Part Numbers:
OEM part numbers for components
Ordering:
Reference to Volvo Penta dealers
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine Type:
4.3-liter V6
Displacement:
4.3 L (262 cu in)
Bore x Stroke:
4.00 in x 3.48 in (101.6 mm x 88.4 mm)
Valvetrain:
OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Fuel System:
Carburetor (GL), Multi-port fuel injection (GXi, OSi)
Ignition System:
Electronic ignition
Cooling System:
Raw water cooled
Horsepower:
190-225 hp (142-168 kW)
Torque:
N/A - not specified in manual
Transmission Specifications
Type:
Sterndrive or inboard transmission
Standard Transmission:
Volvo Penta SX or DP sterndrive
Optional Transmission:
N/A - not specified for this model
Control System:
Throttle and shift control
Gear Ratios:
Varies by drive model
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not applicable for marine engine
Neutral Safety Switch:
Prevents starting in gear
Overheat Alarm:
Audible warning for high engine temperature
Low Oil Pressure Alarm:
Audible warning for low oil pressure
Flame Arrestor:
Prevents backfire ignition
Closed Cooling System:
Prevents corrosion (if equipped)
Oil Change:
Every 100 hours or annually
Spark Plugs:
Every 200 hours or annually
Fuel Filter:
Every 100 hours or annually
Impeller:
Every 100 hours or annually
Engine Oil:
SAE 30 or 10W-30 marine oil
Coolant:
N/A - raw water cooled
Fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline
Common Wear Items:
Impeller, spark plugs, fuel filter, belts
Corrosion:
Raw water cooling components prone to corrosion
