Volvo Penta Zinc Anode Kit 3588748

The Volvo Penta 3588748 is a zinc anode kit designed for DPH and DPR duo-prop sterndrives, providing essential corrosion protection for the drive unit, cavitation plate, and surrounding underwater components.

This kit includes sacrificial zinc anodes engineered to corrode first, protecting expensive sterndrive components from galvanic and stray current corrosion in saltwater environments.

Key Features

• OEM Volvo Penta reference: 3588748
• Marine-grade zinc construction (saltwater optimized)
• Designed for DPH / DPR duo-prop drives
• Protects cavitation plate, gear housing, and drive components
• Complete kit with mounting hardware
• Direct-fit replacement

Engine / Drive Compatibility

Fits:

• Volvo Penta DPH-A, B, C, D sterndrives
• Volvo Penta DPR-A, B, C, D sterndrives

Common on:

• D4 / D6 diesel sterndrive packages
• Duo-prop Volvo Penta systems

Serial Number Fitment Notice

Always confirm:

• OEM reference: 3588748
• Related parts in kit:
  • 3588745
  • 3588746
  • 3588770
  • 3863206
• Drive model and configuration

When This Kit Needs Replacement

• Anodes are 50% consumed or more
• Uneven corrosion or pitting
• Annual service (recommended in saltwater)
• During haul-out

Installation Notes

• Replace all anodes together for balanced protection
• Install on clean, bare metal
• Ensure solid electrical contact
• Do not paint anodes
• Torque fasteners to spec

Alternate / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• Volvo Penta: 3588748
• Related kit components: 3588745, 3588746, 3588770
• Aluminum kit equivalent available for mixed water use

Parts Desk Insight

This kit protects some of the highest corrosion-risk areas on Volvo duo-prop drives, especially around the cavitation plate and lower unit. Running the correct kit ensures even galvanic protection across the entire drive, preventing premature wear on expensive IPS/DPH hardware.

Shipping

Shipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping.