MTU 16V4000M*3 series Operating Instructions Manual page 220

Removing basket strainer – var-
iant B
Note: Cover (2) is under tension due to spring (4).
1. Remove screws (1).
2. Take off cover (2) and O-ring (3).
3. Remove spring (4).
4. Take strainer (5) out of filter housing.
Cleaning strainer
1. Shake coarse contamination out of strainer (5).
2. Clean all metallic parts with cleaner (Snow-White 11-0), then rinse with cleaner (Hakupur 50/136).
Note: Do not damage the fabric of the strainer.
3. Use a soft brush to remove stubborn deposits from strainer as necessary.
4. Blow out strainer (5) with compressed air from outside to inside.
Checking strainer
Item
Strainer
Strainer
Square section ring
Spring
O-ring
Installing strainer
1. Coat square section ring on basket strainer (5) with engine oil and install basket strainer (5).
2. Coat O-ring (3) with engine and install in filter housing.
3. Move spring (4) into fitting position.
4. Install cover (2) and secure with screws (1).
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Findings
Metallic residues
Damaged
Damaged
Damaged
Damaged
Task
• Clean
• Monitor engine operation
• Check strainer daily
• Contact Service.
Replace
Replace
Replace
Replace