Recmar Volvo Penta OMC 2.5 3.0L Thermostat 160°F 3853799
REC3853799
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Volvo Penta / OMC 160°F Thermostat
2.5L & 3.0L Four-Cylinder Petrol Engines
Aftermarket 160°F (71°C) thermostat replacement for selected Volvo Penta and OMC 2.5L/3.0L four-cylinder petrol sterndrive engines using reference 3853799 or 982554.
Key Features
- 160°F / 71°C thermostat
- For selected Volvo Penta 3.0GL/3.0GS engines
- Also cross-referenced to OMC 2.5L/3.0L applications
- Replaces 3853799 / 982554
- Recmar aftermarket replacement
Technical Specs
| Part type | Engine thermostat |
| Opening temperature | 160°F / 71°C |
| Engine layout | Inline four-cylinder petrol |
| Typical displacement | 2.5L / 3.0L |
| 4Boats SKU | REC3853799 |
Compatibility / Fitment Guide
| Engine / system | Verified application | Fitment notes |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo Penta 3.0L | 3.0GL and 3.0GS families from approximately 1993 onward; examples include 3.0GL-D and 3.0GLP-C where 3853799 is listed | Verify the complete suffix and engine serial number. |
| OMC Cobra 2.5L / 3.0L | Selected 120hp/140hp four-cylinder applications using OMC 982554 / Volvo 3853799 | Match old thermostat, housing and OEM reference. |
| Not suitable | Volvo Penta 4.3L, 5.0L or 5.7L engines using 3587597; MerCruiser V6/V8 applications | Displacement and part number must both match. |
Do not order by engine capacity alone. Match the complete Volvo Penta/MerCruiser model suffix, cooling-system type and original part number in the engine parts catalogue.
Part Number Cross Reference
| Volvo Penta / OMC | 3853799 |
| Earlier OMC | 982554 |
| Sierra | 18-3670; application references may also list 18-3558 |
| GLM | 13070 / 13440 application family |
| 4Boats / Recmar SKU | REC3853799 |
Cross-reference numbers indicate the application family; this item is a Recmar aftermarket replacement, not a genuine Volvo Penta, OMC or Mercury/Quicksilver part.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it fit Volvo Penta 4.3/5.0/5.7 engines?
No. Those commonly use a different thermostat such as 3587597, depending on cooling system.
What temperature is it?
160°F / 71°C.
Does it fit every 3.0L engine?
No. Confirm the complete model suffix, serial number and 3853799/982554 reference.
Installation note: Allow the engine to cool, inspect the housing and sealing surfaces, and pressure-test/check for leaks after installation. Professional installation is recommended.
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