Steering Arm Lower Bushing 853496 for Volvo Penta Sterndrive 872362 853863
Steering Arm Lower Bushing 853496 for Volvo Penta Sterndrive 872362 853863
Product Overview
Steering arm lower bushing for Volvo Penta sterndrives and inboard steering arms, the wear part that carries the arm on its pin. It replaces Volvo Penta 853496, 853863 and 872362, and it measures 39.50 mm internal diameter by 43.00 mm external diameter with a 50.00 mm overall diameter, shipping one bushing per pack at 18 g.
The lower bushing takes the steering load and the salt water at the same time. When it wears, the arm develops play, the steering feels loose at the helm and the boat wanders instead of holding a course.
Play in a steering arm is easy to mistake for a cable problem. Before changing cables, lift the play out of the arm by hand: if the arm moves on its pin, the bushing is the part that has gone, and replacing it is a fraction of the cost of a cable and helm.
Fitment covers the lower position on Volvo Penta sterndrive and inboard steering arms. Volvo used this bushing across several revisions, so confirm the drive model and serial number before ordering rather than matching by eye.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Condition | New / New with tags |
| Type | Steering arm lower bushing |
| Volvo Penta Part Numbers | 853496, 853863, 872362 |
| Internal Diameter | 39.50 mm |
| External Diameter | 43.00 mm |
| Overall Diameter | 50.00 mm |
| Internal Diameter In Inches | 1.56 in |
| External Diameter In Inches | 1.69 in |
| Quantity | 1 bushing |
| Country Of Origin | Taiwan |
| Net Weight | 18 g including packaging |
| Pack Size | 150 mm x 180 mm x 50 mm |
| Pack Size In Inches | 5.91 in x 7.09 in x 1.97 in |
| Warranty | 3 year |
OEM Cross Reference
| Brand | Part Numbers |
|---|---|
| Volvo Penta | 853496 |
| Volvo Penta | 853863 |
| Volvo Penta | 872362 |
Compatible Engines
| Application | Detail |
|---|---|
| Volvo Penta sterndrives | Steering arm lower position |
| Volvo Penta inboard steering | Steering arm lower position |
| Fitment note | Confirm the drive model and serial number before ordering |
What's Included
| Component | Detail | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Steering arm lower bushing | 39.50 mm internal, 43.00 mm external diameter | 1 |
| Steering arm pin | Not included, reuse the original if it is not worn | 0 |
| Upper bushing | Not included, order separately if worn | 0 |
Signs The Bushing Needs Replacing
| What You See | What It Means | What To Do |
|---|---|---|
| Steering feels loose at the helm | Play in the arm from a worn bushing | Fit the new bushing |
| Boat wanders instead of holding a course | Arm moving on its pin | Fit the new bushing |
| Clunk when the wheel is turned sharply | Bushing worn through to the pin | Fit the new bushing |
| Arm moves by hand on the pin | Bushing clearance has opened up | Fit the new bushing |
| Grease will not stay in the joint | Bushing face worn oval | Fit the new bushing |
| Steering stiff in one direction | Bushing binding after corrosion | Fit the new bushing |
Fitting Notes
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Check the drive model and serial number against the part numbers |
| 2 | Disconnect the steering cable from the arm before pressing anything |
| 3 | Support the arm so the load is off the pin |
| 4 | Press the old bushing out and clean the bore |
| 5 | Check the pin for wear before fitting a new bushing |
| 6 | Press the new bushing in square with a driver on the outer face |
| 7 | Reconnect the cable and check the arm moves freely by hand |
| 8 | Grease the joint and check the steering through full lock on the water |
Condition & Warranty
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Condition | New / New with tags |
| Warranty | 3 year |
| Packaging | Bagged, 150 mm x 180 mm x 50 mm |
Before You Buy
- Replaces Volvo Penta 853496, 853863 and 872362
- Lower position bushing for the steering arm
- 39.50 mm internal diameter, 43.00 mm external diameter
- 50.00 mm overall diameter
- One bushing per pack
- 18 g with packaging, bag 150 mm x 180 mm x 50 mm
- 30-Day Easy Returns
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