MTU 12V4000M*3 series Operating Instructions Manual page 303

Engine oil, sample extraction
and analysis
1. With the engine running at operating temper-
ature, open screw on centrifugal oil filter car-
rier by 1 to 2 rotations.
2. Drain approx. 2 liters engine oil to flush out
the oil sludge.
3. Drain approx. 1 liter engine oil into a clean
container.
4. Close screw.
5. Using the equipment and chemicals in the
MTU test kit, analyze the engine oil for:
• Dispersion capability (spot test)
• Proportion of water
• Fuel dilution
Engine oil, sample extraction
and analysis (engine with
switchable oil filter)
1. With the engine running at operating temper-
ature, open screw on flange of centrifugal oil
filter by 1 to 2 rotations.
2. Drain approx. 2 liters engine oil to flush out
the oil sludge.
3. Drain approx. 1 liter engine oil into a clean
container.
4. Close screw.
5. Using the equipment and chemicals in the
MTU test kit, analyze the engine oil for:
• Dispersion capability (spot test)
• Proportion of water
• Fuel dilution
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