Wiring (General) For Engine/Gearbox/Unit; Engine Cabling - Check - MTU 8V2000M40A Operating Instructions Manual

7.21 Wiring (General) for Engine/Gearbox/Unit

7.21.1 Engine cabling – Check
Preconditions
☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Solvent (isopropyl alcohol)
Engine cabling – Check
1. Check securing screws of cable clamps on engine and tighten loose screw connections.
2. Ensure that cables are securely seated in clamps and cannot move freely.
3. Check if all cable clips are closed and intact.
4. Replace faulty cable clips.
5. Check cable clamps for secure fit, tighten loose clamps.
6. Replace faulty cable clamps.
7. Visually inspect the following electrical components for damage:
• Connector housings
• Contacts
• Plug connectors
• Cables and terminals
• Plug-in contacts
Result: If cable conductors are damaged, contact Service.
Note: Close connectors that are not plugged in with the protective cap supplied.
8. Use isopropyl alcohol to clean dirty connector housings, plug connectors and contacts.
9. Ensure that all connecting plugs of the sensors are correctly engaged.
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