SPN 168 FMI 0
Volvo Penta
Engine Protection Shutdown
Engine shutdown with generic engine protection alarm; multiple parameter limits exceeded.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Sustained high coolant temperature, Critically low oil pressure, Severe overspeed, Combination of multiple sensor alarms
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Do not repeatedly reset and restart without finding the root cause; this can destroy the engine.
- Review active and stored codes: Use the generator controller or Volvo Penta diagnostics to read all active faults. Identify which parameter triggered the shutdown.
- Address primary cause: If overheat, follow cooling system checks; if low oil pressure, follow lubrication checks; if overspeed, inspect governor and speed sensor.
- Inspect fluids and filters: Verify coolant and oil levels, and check condition of filters. Correct any deficiencies.
- Test run under supervision: After corrective actions, clear codes and run the generator while monitoring key parameters. If protection triggers again, stop and seek professional diagnosis.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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