MTU 12V2000Gx6 series Operating Instructions Manual page 153

2. During engine operation, turn the switchover
level as far as the stop (arrow) to cut out the
filter module to be serviced.
Result: • Filter module (1) is cut in
• Filter module (2) is cut out
3. Check fuel level in filter.
Result: If the fuel level is stable, the filter can be re-
placed!
4. If the fuel level falls, the switchover point is
leaking. Screw on the filter cover again imme-
diately and vent the filter (→ Page 155).
Check the switchover point, contact Service.
Note: • As soon as the filter housing is opened,
absolute cleanness is imperative!
• Carefully extract the filter element straight
up avoiding contact with the upper edge of
the cylinder if at all possible to prevent
contamination of the fuel remaining in the
filter housing.
5. Unscrew filter cover (1) and pull it together
with filter element (3) out of filter housing (4).
6. Unclip filter element (3) from filter cover (1).
7. Install new O-ring (2) on filter cover (1).
8. Coat new O-rings on filter cover and filter ele-
ment with fuel.
9. Clip new filter element (3) into filter cover (1).
10. Screw filter cover (1) into filter housing.
Result: Filter cover (1) must lie flat on the housing
(4).
11. Tighten filter cover (1) with torque wrench to the specified tightening torque.
Name
Filter cover
12. Replace other filter elements in the same way.
13. Vent fuel prefilter (→ Page 155).
14. Check fuel prefilter for leaks.
Replacing fuel prefilter with high pressure, version B
Note: The filter modules must only be replaced with the engine at a standstill!
1. Provide a suitable container in which to collect the fuel.
2. Stop engine and disable engine start.
3. Close fuel inlet.
Size Type
Tightening torque
Lubricant
MS15054/03E 2018-07 | Fuel Filter | 153
Value/Standard
40 Nm