Oil Filtration / Cooling - MTU 20V4000Lx2x Operating Instructions Manual

6.8 Oil Filtration / Cooling

6.8.1 Engine oil filter – Replacement
Preconditions
☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Oil filter wrench
Engine oil
Oil filter
WARNING
Hot oil.
Oil can contain combustion residues which are harmful to health.
Risk of injury and poisoning!
• Wear protective clothing, gloves, and goggles / safety mask.
• Avoid contact with skin.
• Do not inhale oil vapor.
WARNING
Oils/oil vapors are combustible/explosive.
Risk of fire and explosion!
• Avoid open flames, electric sparks and ignition sources.
• Do not smoke.
Replacing engine oil filter
1. Unscrew oil filter with oil filter wrench.
2. Clean the sealing face on the adapter.
3. Check condition of the new sealing ring and
coat it with oil.
4. Screw on and tighten new engine oil filter by
hand.
5. Replace other engine oil filters in the same
way.
6. Check oil level (→ Page 155).
158 | Task Description | MS150122/00E 2015-07
Part No.
F30379104
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
Qty.
1