MTU 12 V 2000 M72 Operating Instructions Manual page 107

Centrifugal oil filter – Cleaning and
filter-sleeve replacement
1. Remove nut, holding the rotor with a strap
wrench.
2. Remove nut (1), washer (2), rotor cap (3)
and sealing ring (4).
3. Remove sleeve (1).
4. Measure the layer thickness of the oil resi‐
due.
5. If maximum layer thickness (25 mm) is ex‐
ceeded, shorten maintenance interval.
6. Clean rotor components and remove strain‐
ers (2).
7. Wash standpipes (3) and nozzles (4) with
cleaner, blow out with compressed air.
8. Insert the new filter sleeve with the smooth
surface facing the rotor cap.
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