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Engine
Workshop Manual
2(0)
D
TAMD61A, TAMD62A, TAMD63L-A, TAMD63P-A
TAMD71A, TAMD71B, TAMD72A, TAMD72P-A,
TAMD72WJ-A


Group 21 Engine body
Marine engines
TAMD61A • TAMD62A • TAMD63L-A • TAMD63P-A
TAMD71A • TAMD71B • TAMD72A • TAMD72P-A
TAMD72WJ-A
Contents
General instructions ............................................ 2
Special tools ........................................................ 9
Other special equipment ..................................... 12
Design and function
Engine, generally ................................................. 13
Design differences, engine versions ................... 14
Identification signs .............................................. 15
Location of type approval plates ......................... 15
Component description ....................................... 24
Repair instructions
General ............................................................... 30
Engine jig attachment ......................................... 31
Condition test, engine ......................................... 32
Compression test ................................................ 32
Cylinder head, renovation ................................... 32
Cylinder head, removal ....................................... 32
Cylinder head, stripping/assembly ....................... 34
Cylinder head, leakage test ................................. 35
Cylinder head, inspection .................................... 37
Valve guides, inspection ..................................... 38
Valve guides, replacement .................................. 38
Cylinder head, planing ......................................... 39
Cylinder head, milling the seal groove ................. 39
Valve seat, replacement ..................................... 42
Valve seat, grinding ............................................ 43
Valves, grinding .................................................. 44
Rocker mechanism, renovation ........................... 44
Checking the valve springs ................................. 46
Cylinder head, assembly ..................................... 46
Copper injector sleeve, replacement ................... 48
Cleaning seat for copper sleeve .......................... 49
Copper sleeve, assembly .................................... 50
Valves, adjustment ............................................. 52
Cylinder block, renovation .................................. 53
Piston and con rod, removal ............................... 53
Piston and con rod, inspection ............................ 54
Piston removal, gudgeon pin boss
replacement ........................................................ 54
Piston, assembly ................................................ 55
Piston ring inspection and fit ............................... 56
Piston ring assembly .......................................... 56
Cylinder liner, inspection and measurement ........ 57
Cylinder liner, disassembly ................................. 57
Cylinder liner, honing ........................................... 58
Cylinder liner position, renovation ........................ 59
Cylinder liner, assembly ...................................... 60
Piston assembly ................................................. 61
Timing gears, disassembly ................................. 62
Timing gears, assembly ...................................... 65
Sealant application, timing gear lid ...................... 66
Seal ring, polygon hub, replacement ................... 66
Polygon hub, assembly ....................................... 67
Camshaft, wear check ........................................ 67
Camshaft, disassembly ...................................... 68
Inspection of valve lifters and camshaft .............. 69
Camshaft, measurement ..................................... 70
Camshaft bearing, replacement ........................... 70
Camshaft, assembly ........................................... 71
Crankcase, disassembly ..................................... 71
Inspection, crankshaft and bearings .................... 72
Crankshaft, renovation ........................................ 74
Cylinder block, inspection ................................... 75
Cylinder block, planing ........................................ 75
Crankshaft, assembly ......................................... 76
Big end bearings, replacement ............................ 77
Main bearings, replacement ................................ 78
Flywheel, replacement ........................................ 80
Gear ring, replacement ........................................ 81
Flywheel, indication ............................................. 82
Flywheel housing, indication ............................... 82
Crankshaft seal, rear, replacement ...................... 83
Flange seal, flywheel housing,
replacement ........................................................ 83

2
Safety information
Introduction
This Workshop Manual contains technical data, des-
criptions and repair instructions for Volvo Penta pro-
ducts or product versions contained in the contents
list. Ensure that the correct workshop literature is be-
ing used.
Read the safety information and the Workshop Ma-
nual “General Information” and “Repair Instruc-
tions” carefully before starting work.
Important
In this book and on the engine you will find the follo-
wing special warning symbols.
WARNING! If these instructions are not followed
there is a danger of personal injury, extensive
damage to the product or serious mechanical
malfunction.
IMPORTANT! Used to draw your attention to so-
mething that can cause damage, product mal-
function or damage to property.
NOTE! Used to draw your attention to important infor-
mation that will facilitate work or operations.
Below is a summary of the risks and safety precau-
tions you should always observe or carry out when
operating or servicing the engine.
Immobilize the engine by turning off the power
supply to the engine at the main switch (-swit-
ches) and lock it (them) in the OFF position be-
fore starting work. Set up a warning notice at the
engine control point or helm.
Generally, all servicing should be carried out
with the engine switched off. Some work (carry-
ing out certain adjustments for example) requi-
res the engine to be running. Approaching a
running engine is dangerous. Loose clothing or
long hair can fasten in rotating parts and cause
serious personal injury.
If working in proximity to a running engine, care-
less movements or a dropped tool can result in
personal injury. Avoid burns. Take precautions
to avoid hot surfaces (exhausts, turbochargers,
charge air pipes and starter elements etc.) and
liquids in supply lines and hoses when the engi-
ne is running or has been turned off immediately
prior to starting work on it. Reinstall all protecti-
ve parts removed during service operations be-
fore starting the engine.
Check that the warning or information decals on
the product are always clearly visible. Replace
decals that have been damaged or painted over.
Engine with turbocharger: Never start the engine
without installing the air cleaner (ACL). The rota-
ting compressor in the turbocharger can cause
serious personal injury. Foreign objects entering
the intake ducts can also cause mechanical da-
mage.
Never use start spray or similar to start the engi-
ne. The starter element may cause an explosion
in the inlet manifold. Danger of personal injury.
Avoid opening the filler cap for engine coolant
system (freshwater cooled engines) when the
engine is still hot. Steam or hot coolant can
spray out. Open the coolant filler cap carefully
and slowly to release pressure before removing
the cap completely. Take great care if a cock,
plug or engine coolant line must be removed
from a hot engine. It is difficult to anticipate in
which direction steam or hot coolant can spray
out.
Hot oil can cause burns. Avoid skin contact with
hot oil. Ensure that the lubrication system is not
under pressure before commencing work on it.
Never start or operate the engine with the oil fil-
ler cap removed, otherwise oil could be ejected.
Stop the engine and close the sea cock before
carrying out operations on the engine cooling
system.
Start the engine only in a well-ventilated area. If
operating the engine in an enclosed space, en-
sure that exhaust gases and crankcase ventila-
tion emissions are extracted from the working
area.
Always use protective goggles where there is a
danger of pieces of metal, sparks from grinding,
acid or other chemicals being thrown into your
eyes. Your eyes are very sensitive, injury can
lead to loss of sight!

3
Safety information
Avoid skin contact with oil. Long-term or repea-
ted contact with oil can remove the natural oils
from your skin. The result can be irritation, dry
skin, eczema and other skin problems. Used oil
is more dangerous to health than new oil. Use
protective gloves and avoid oil soaked clothes
and rags. Wash regularly, especially before me-
als. Use the correct barrier cream to prevent dry
skin and to make cleaning your skin easier.
Most chemicals used in products (engine and
transmission oils, glycol, petrol and diesel oil)
and workshop chemicals (solvents and paints)
are hazardous to health Read the instructions on
the product packaging carefully! Always follow
safety instructions (using breathing apparatus,
protective goggles and gloves for example). En-
sure that other personnel are not unwittingly ex-
posed to hazardous substances (by breathing
them in for example). Ensure that ventilation is
good. Handle used and excess chemicals ac-
cording to instructions.
Be extremely careful when tracing leaks in the
fuel system and testing fuel injection nozzles.
Use protective goggles! The jet ejected from a
fuel injection nozzle is under very high pressure,
it can penetrate body tissue and cause serious
injury There is a danger of blood poisoning.
All fuels and many chemicals are inflammable.
Ensure that a naked flame or sparks cannot ig-
nite fuel or chemicals. Combined with air in cer-
tain ratios, petrol, some solvents and hydrogen
from batteries are easily inflammable and explo-
sive. Smoking is prohibited! Ensure that ventila-
tion is good and that the necessary safety pre-
cautions have been taken before carrying out
welding or grinding work. Always have a fire ext-
inguisher to hand in the workplace.
Store oil and fuel-soaked rags and fuel and oil
filters safely. In certain conditions oil-soaked
rags can spontaneously ignite. Used fuel and oil
filters are environmentally dangerous waste and
must be deposited at an approved site for de-
struction together with used lubricating oil, con-
taminated fuel, paint remnants, solvent, degrea-
sing agents and waste from washing parts.
Never expose the batteries to a naked flame or
electric sparks . Never smoke in proximity to
the batteries. The batteries give off hydrogen
gas during charging which when mixed with air
can form an explosive gas - oxyhydrogen. This
gas is easily ignited and highly volatile. Incor-
rect connection of the battery can cause a spark
which is sufficient to cause an explosion with re-
sulting damage.
Do not disturb battery connections when starting
the engine (spark risk) and do not lean over bat-
teries.
Never mix up the positive and negative battery
terminals when installing. Incorrect installation
can result in serious damage to electrical equip-
ment. Refer to wiring diagrams.
Always use protective goggles when charging
and handling batteries. The battery electrolyte
contains extremely corrosive sulfuric acid. If
this comes into contact with the skin, wash im-
mediately with soap and plenty of water. If bat-
tery acid comes into contact with the eyes, im-
mediately flush with copious amounts of water
and obtain medical assistance.
Turn off the engine and turn off power at main
switch(es) before carrying out work on the elec-
trical system.
Clutch adjustments must be carried out with the
engine turned off.
Use the lifting eyes mounted on the engine/re-
verse gear when lifting the drive unit.
Always check that lifting equipment is in good
condition and has sufficient load capacity to lift
the engine (engine weight including reverse gear
and any extra equipment installed).
To ensure safe handling and to avoid damaging
engine components on top of the engine, use a
lifting beam to raise the engine. All chains and
cables should run parallel to each other and as
perpendicular as possible in relation to the top of
the engine.
If extra equipment is installed on the engine
altering its center of gravity, a special lifting de-
vice is required to achieve the correct balance
for safe handling.
Never carry out work on an engine suspended
on a hoist.

4
Safety information
Always use fuels recommended by Volvo Pen-
ta. Refer to the Instruction Book. The use of lo-
wer quality fuels can damage the engine. On a
diesel engine poor quality fuel can cause the
control rod to seize and the engine to overrev
with the resulting risk of damage to the engine
and personal injury. Poor fuel quality can also
lead to higher maintenance costs.
WARNING! The engine has pretensioned delive-
ry lines. These pipes must under no circumstan-
ces be bent. Damaged pipes should be repla-
ced.
Observe the following rules when cleaning with
high-pressure water jets: Never direct the water
jet at seals, rubber hoses or electrical compo-
nents. Never use a high pressure jet when
washing the engine.
Never remove heavy components alone, even
where secure lifting equipment such as secured
blocks are being used. Even where lifting equip-
ment is being used it is best to carry out the
work with two people; one to operate the lifting
equipment and the other to ensure that compo-
nents are not trapped and damaged when being
lifted.
When working on-board ensure that there is suf-
ficient space to remove components without
danger of injury or damage.
Components in the electrical system, ignition
system (gasoline engines) and fuel system on
Volvo Penta products are designed and cons-
tructed to minimize the risk of fire and explosi-
on. The engine must not be run in areas where
there are explosive materials.

5
General information
About the service manual
This workshop manual contains technical data, de-
scriptions and repair instructions for the standard
versions of engine units TAMD61A, TAMD62A,
TAMD63L-A, TAMD63P-A, TAMD71A, TAMD71B,
TAMD72A, TAMD72P-A, TAMD72WJ-A.
The workshop manual can show the tasks carried out
on any of the engines noted above. This means that
the illustrations and photographs may not coincide in
some cases with other engines. The repair methods
are essentially similar, however. If this is not the
case, it will be noted. Important differences are noted
separately. Engine designations and engine serial
numbers are noted on the type approval sign (please
refer to page 15). In all correspondence about an en-
gine, the engine designation and serial number must
always be given.
The workshop manual has primarily been prepared for
Volvo Penta’s service workshops and their qualified
personnel. It is therefore assumed that people who
make use of the book have basic knowledge of ma-
rine propulsion systems and can carry out tasks of a
mechanical/electrical nature which are associated with
the trade.
Volvo Penta continually improves its products, which
means that we reserve the right to make changes. All
information contained in this manual is based on prod-
uct data which were available at the time the manual
was sent to press. Any major changes made to the
product or service methods after this time are notified
in the form of service bulletins.
Spare parts
Spare parts for electrical systems and fuel systems
are subject to various national safety requirements,
e.g. US Coast Guard Safety Regulations. Volvo
Penta spare parts meet these requirements. No com-
pensation in respect of Volvo Penta guarantees will be
given for any kind of damage or injury caused by the
use of non-original Volvo Penta spare parts on the
product in question.
Certified engines
On engines which are certified in accordance with na-
tional and regional regulations (e.g. Bodensee), the
manufacturer guarantees that the requirements are
met by both new engines and engines in service. The
product must be equivalent to the sample which was
approved during certification. In order for Volvo Penta,
as a manufacturer, to guarantee that engines in ser-
vice meet the stated environmental requirements, the
following requirements for service and spare parts
must be met:
The service intervals and service tasks recom-
mended by Volvo Penta must be observed.
Only Volvo Penta original parts, intended for the
certified version of the engine, may be used.
Service work related to the ignition system, igni-
tion settings and fuel injection system (petrol
(gasoline)) must always be carried out by an au-
thorised Volvo Penta workshop.
The engine must not be changed or modified in
any way, with the exception of the accessories
and service kits developed by Volvo Penta for the
engine.
Installation changes on exhaust pipes and air in-
let pipes for the engine bay (ventilation ducts)
must not be done without consultation, since this
can affect exhaust emissions.
No seals may be changed by unauthorised per-
sonnel.
IMPORTANT! When spare parts are required,
use Volvo Penta original spares.
The use of non-original spare parts means
that Volvo Penta is no longer responsible for
ensuring that the engine corresponds with
the certified sample.
No compensation in respect of Volvo Penta
guarantees will be given for any kind of damage
or injury caused by the use of non-original Volvo
Penta spare parts on the product in question.

6
Repair instructions
The work methods described in the Workshop Manual
are applicable for a workshop environment. The
engine is therefore removed from the boat and
mounted in an engine block. Renovation work which
does not require removal of the engine is conducted in
situ with the same work methods, unless otherwise
stated.
The warning symbols used in the Workshop Manual
(see Information on Safety for implication)
WARNING!
IMPORTANT!
NOTE!
These are in no way comprehensive, since we
obviously cannot foresee everything, in that service
work is conducted under the most various conditions.
We can therefore only point out the risks which we
consider can arise as a result of incorrect handling
during work in a well-equipped workshop with work
methods and tools which are proven by us.
In the Workshop Manual all the work procedures for
which there are special Volvo Penta tools are
conducted with these. The special tools are specially
produced to facilitate the most safe and rational work
method possible. It is therefore the responsibility of
persons using other tools or another work method than
that which we recommend to ensure that no risk of
personal injury, material damage or malfunction can
occur.
In some cases there may be special safety
instructions and user instructions for the tools and
chemicals named in the Workshop Manual. These
instructions shall always be followed and there are no
special instructions for this in the Workshop Manual.
By means of taking certain elementary procedures
and using a modicum of common sense, most risk
factors can be prevented. A clean workplace and a
clean engine eliminate many risks both of personal
injury and malfunction.
Especially during work on the fuel system, lubrication
system, induction system, turbo, bearing unions and
sealing unions, it is of the greatest importance that
dirt or foreign particles do not get in, since this can
result in malfunctioning or shorten the repair service-
life.
Our joint responsibility
Each engine consists of a large number of interactive
systems and components. The deviation of a
component from the technical specification can
dramatically increase the environmental impact from
an otherwise first-rate engine. It is therefore of
extreme importance to maintain the given wear
tolerances, that systems capable of adjustment
receive the correct setting, and that Volvo Penta
Genuine Parts are used for the engine. The time
intervals in the engine’s maintenance schedule must
be followed.
Certain systems, e.g. components in the fuel system,
may require special competence and special test
equipment. Certain components are sealed at the
factory for environmental reasons. Work on sealed
components must not be conducted unless authoris-
ation for such work is held.
Remember that most chemical products, incorrectly
used, are hazardous to the environment. Volvo Penta
recommends the use of biologically decomposing
degreasing agents for all cleaning of engine
components, unless otherwise stated in the Workshop
Manual. When working on board a boat pay special
attention to make sure that oils and washing residue
are handled correctly for destruction, and do not
unintentionally end up in the nature, e.g. in the bilge-
water.
Tightening torques
Tightening torque for vital unions, which should be
tightened with dynamometric wrenches, is listed in
“Specifications: Tightening torque” and indicated in the
manual’s work descriptions. All torque indications are
applicable for cleaned threads, screw heads and
mating surfaces. The torque indications refer to lightly
oiled or dry threads. If lubricants, locking liquids or
sealants are required for the screw union, the type is
indicated in the work description and in “Tightening
torques”. General tightening torque as per the table
below is applicable for unions where special torque
indications are not given. The torque indication is a
standard value and the union does not require
tightening with a dynamometric wrench.
Size Tightening torques
Nm lbf.ft
M5 ................................................. 6 4.4
M6 ................................................. 10 7.4
M8 ................................................. 25 18.4
M10 ............................................... 50 36.9
M12 ............................................... 80 59.0
M14 ............................................... 140 103.3

7
Safety information
Angular tightening torque
For angular tightening torque the screw union is
tightened with a given torque, thereafter further
tightening with a predetermined angle. Example: at
90° angular tightening the union is tightened and an
additional
1/4 turn is made in a work procedure after the given
tightening torque has been reached.
Lock nuts
Dismantled lock nuts shall not be reused but replaced
with new items, since the locking properties diminish
or are lost with repeated use. For lock nuts with
plastic inserts, e.g. Nylock®, the tightening torque
given in the table shall be reduced if the Nylock® nut
has the same nut height as a standard full-metal
hexagonal nut. The tightening torque is reduced by
25% for screw size 8 mm or larger. For Nylock® nuts
with higher nut heights, where the full-metal thread is
equally high as a standard hexagonal nut, the
tightening torque as per the table are applicable.
Strength classes
Screws and nuts are divided into different strength
classes; affiliation is indicated by the marking on the
screw head. A higher number on the marking
represents a stronger material, e.g. a screw marked
10-9 has a higher strength than a screw marked 8-8. It
is therefore important when dismantling screw unions
that the screws are refitted in their original places. For
replacement of screws see the Parts Catalogue to
ensure that the correct version is obtained.
Sealants
A number of different sealants and locking liquids are
used on the engine. The properties of the mediums
differ, and they are intended for different union
strengths, temperature ranges, resistance to oils and
other chemicals, and for the different materials and
column sizes in the engine.
In order to conduct satisfactory service work it is
therefore important that the correct type of sealant
and locking liquids are used for the unions where such
are required.
In the Workshop Manual we have indicated in
respective chapters the agents which are used in our
engine production.
During service work the same agent, or agent with
similar properties but of other manufacture, shall be
used.
When using sealants and locking liquids it is important
that the surfaces are free from oil, grease, paint and
anti-rust agent, and that they are dry.
Always follow the instructions of the manufacturer
concerning application temperature, hardening time
and other instructions for the product.
Two different basic types of agents are used on the
engine, and these are characterised by:
RTV-agent (Room temperature vulcanising). Most
often used with gaskets, e.g. sealing of gasket joints
or applied on gaskets. RTV-agent is fully visible when
the part has been dismantled: old RTV-agent must be
removed before the union is sealed again.
The following RTV-agents are named in the Workshop
Manual: Loctite® 574, Volvo Penta 840879-1,
Permatex®. No. 3, Volvo Penta 1161099-5,
Permatex® No. 77. Old sealant is removed in each
case with denatured spirit.
Anaerobic agents. These agents harden on the
absence of air. The agent is used when two solid
parts, e.g. cast components, are fitted together
without gasket. A common application is also to
secure and seal plugs, threads on pin bolts, taps, oil
pressure relays, etc. Hardened anaerobic agents are
transparent and therefore they are coloured to make
them visible. Hardened anaerobic agents are very
resistant to solvents and old agent cannot be
removed. Careful degreasing is conducted prior to
refitting, and new sealant is applied.
The following anaerobic agents are named in the
Workshop Manual: Loctite® 572 (white), Loctite® 241
(blue).
NOTE! Loctite® is a registered trade-mark for Loctite Corporation,
Permatex® is a registered trade-mark for Permatex Corporation.

8
Safety information
Safety rules for fluorocarbon
rubber
Fluorocarbon rubber is a common material in seal
rings for shafts, and in O-rings, for example.
When fluorocarbon rubber is subjected to high temper-
atures (above 300°C), hydrofluoric acid can be
formed, which is highly corrosive. Skin contact can
give severe chemical burns. Splashes in your eyes
can give severe chemical burns. If you breathe in the
fumes, your lungs can be permanently damaged.
WARNING! Be very careful when working on en-
gines which have been exposed to high
temperatures, e.g. overheating during a seizure
or fire. Seals must never be cut with an oxy-
acetylene torch, or be burned up afterwards in
an uncontrolled manner.
Always use gloves made of chloroprene rubber
(gloves for handling chemicals) and protective
goggles.
Handle the removed seal in the same way as cor-
rosive acid. All residue, including ash, can be
highly corrosive. Never use compressed air to
blow anything clean.
Put the remains in a plastic box which is sealed
and provided with a warning label. Wash the
gloves under running water before removing them.
The following seals are probably made from fluorocar-
bon rubber:
Seal rings for the crankshaft, camshaft, intermediate
shafts.
O-rings irrespective of where they are installed. O-
rings for cylinder liner sealing are almost always made
from fluorocarbon rubber.
Note that seals which have not been subjected to
high temperature can be handled normally.
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