Operating Instructions Diesel engine 12 V 4000 C10, C10R, C11, C11R 12 V 4000 C20, C20R, C21, C21R 16 V 4000 C10, C11, C11R 16 V 4000 C20, C20R, C21, C21L MS150049/02E...
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Spare parts Only genuine MTU spare parts must be used to replace components or assemblies. MTU will accept no liability or warranty claims for any damage caused by the use of other spare parts. MS150049/02E 2012-11 | Safety | 5...
Personnel requirements All work on the engine or plant shall be carried out by trained and qualified personnel only: • Training at the MTU Training Center • Qualified personnel specialized in mechanical and plant engineering The operator must define the responsibilities of the personnel involved in operation, maintenance, repair and transport.
Place the engine/genset on a firm, flat surface only. Make sure that the consistency and load-bearing capacity of the ground or support surface is adequate. Never set an engine down on the oil pan unless expressively authorized to do so by MTU on a case-to- case basis.
1.4 Crankshaft transport locking device Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Torque wrench, 10-60Nm F30452769 Torque wrench, 60-320Nm F30452768 Engine oil Note: The transport locking device on both sides protects the crankshaft bearings from shocks and possible vibration damage during engine transport.
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Installing the transport locking device on driving end (KS), version Screw holder (4) with spacer sleeves (5) and screws (6) onto crankshaft. Spacer sleeves (5), optional. Tighten screws (6) with torque wrench to specified tightening torque. Name Size Type Lubricant Value/Standard Screw Tightening torque...
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Installing the transport locking device on driving end (KS), version Secure plate (1) with screws (5) and washers (4) together with cover plate (7) at the bores on both sides of the flywheel housing and tighten to the specified tightening torque. Name Size Type...
Screw Tightening torque (Engine oil) 250Nm +25Nm Installing the transport locking device on driving end (KS) Remove the transport locking device installed by MTU (→ Page 8). Remove protective cover from flywheel housing (1). MS150049/02E 2012-11 | Safety | 11...
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Install the holders (7) on both sides of the crankcase (12) with screw (9) and washer (8). Tighten screw (9). Name Size Type Lubricant Value/Standard Screw Tightening torque (Engine oil) 290Nm +20Nm To allow the holders (3) to be secured on each side of the flywheel (2), the corresponding screws and washers must be removed from the driving end.
Before the engine or plant is put into operation for the first time, the engine or plant must be installed and accepted in accordance with MTU specifications. Before the engine or plant is put into operation for the first time, all official authorizations must be availa‐...
1.7 Safety regulations for maintenance and repair work Safety regulations prior to maintenance and repair work Have maintenance and repair work carried out by qualified and authorized personnel only. Allow the engine or plant to cool down to less than 50°C before starting maintenance work (risk of explo‐ sion of oil vapors, fluids and lubricants, risk of burning).
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Safety regulations after completion of maintenance and repair work Before barring the engine, make sure that nobody is standing in the danger zone of the engine or plant. Check that all guards have been reinstalled and that all tools and loose parts have been removed after working on the engine or plant (in particular, the barring tool).
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Store spare parts properly prior to replacement, i.e. protect them against moisture in particular. Pack de‐ fective electronic components and assemblies in a suitable manner when dispatched for repair, i.e. par‐ ticularly protected against moisture and impact and wrapped in antistatic foil if necessary. Working with laser equipment When working with laser equipment, always wear special laser-protection goggles ⇒...
Dispose of used fluids, lubricants and filters in accordance with local regulations. Within the EU, batteries can be returned free of charge to MTU FN / MTU Onsite Energy where they are subjected to proper recycling procedures.
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Lead • Adopt suitable measures to avoid the formation of lead dust. • Switch on extraction system. • When working with lead or lead-containing compounds, avoid direct contact to the skin and do not inhale lead vapors. • Wash hands after contact with lead or lead-containing substances. Compressed air Observe special safety precautions when working with compressed air: •...
1.9 Standards for safety messages in the text DANGER In the event of immediate danger. Consequences: Death or serious injury • Remedial action WARNING In the event of potentially dangerous situations. Consequences: Death or serious injury • Remedial action CAUTION In the event of hazardous situations.
2 General Information 2.1 Engine side and cylinder designations Engine sides are always designated as viewed from the driving end (KS). The cylinders of the left engine side are designated "A" and those of the right side "B" (as per DIN ISO 1204).
2.3 Sensors, actuators and injectors – Overview 1 Engine coolant temper‐ 3 Charge-air temperature ature 4 Charge-air pressure 2 Crankshaft speed The injectors are underneath the cylinder head covers of the cylinder. Injector replacement and necessa‐ ry activities (→ Page 91). MS150049/02E 2012-11 | General Information | 23...
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1 Camshaft speed 3 Fuel temperature 5 Charge-air coolant pres‐ 2 Fuel pressure (LP) 4 Fuel high pressure sure 6 Engine coolant pressure 24 | General Information | MS150049/02E 2012-11...
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1 Lube oil temperature 3 Crankcase pressure 2 Lube oil pressure 4 Charge-air coolant tem‐ perature MS150049/02E 2012-11 | General Information | 25...
3 Technical Data 3.1 Engine data 12 V 4000 C10, C10R, C11, C11R Explanation Abbr. Meaning Reference value: Continuous power Reference value: Fuel stop power Design value Guaranteed value Guideline value Limit value, up to which the engine can be operated, without change (e.g. of power set‐...
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MODEL RELATED DATA (basic design) Number of cylinders Cylinder arrangement: V angle Degrees Bore Stroke Displacement of a cylinder Liters Displacement, total Liters 48.80 48.80 48.80 48.80 Number of inlet valves per cylinder Number of exhaust valves per cylinder COMBUSTION AIR / EXHAUST GAS Number of cylinders Charge-air pressure before cylinder 1.95...
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NOISE Number of cylinders Unsilenced exhaust noise at 1m dis‐ dB(A) tance 28 | Technical Data | MS150049/02E 2012-11...
3.2 Engine data 16 V 4000 C10, C11, C11R Explanation Abbr. Meaning Reference value: Continuous power Reference value: Fuel stop power Design value Guaranteed value Guideline value Limit value, up to which the engine can be operated, without change (e.g. of power set‐ ting) Not yet defined value Not applicable...
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MODEL RELATED DATA (basic design) Number of cylinders Cylinder arrangement: V angle Degrees Bore Stroke Displacement of a cylinder Liters Displacement, total Liters 65.0 65.0 65.0 Number of inlet valves per cylinder Number of exhaust valves per cylinder COMBUSTION AIR / EXHAUST GAS Number of cylinders Charge-air pressure before cylinder 1.95...
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NOISE Number of cylinders Unsilenced exhaust noise at 1m distance dB(A) MS150049/02E 2012-11 | Technical Data | 31...
3.3 Engine data 12 V 4000 C20, C20R, C21, C21R Explanation Abbr. Meaning Reference value: Continuous power Reference value: Fuel stop power Design value Guaranteed value Guideline value Limit value, up to which the engine can be operated, without change (e.g. of power set‐ ting) Not yet defined value Not applicable...
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MODEL RELATED DATA (basic design) Number of cylinders Cylinder arrangement: V angle Degrees Bore Stroke Displacement of a cylinder Liters Displacement, total Liters 48.80 48.80 48.80 48.80 Number of inlet valves per cylinder Number of exhaust valves per cylinder COMBUSTION AIR / EXHAUST GAS Number of cylinders Charge-air pressure before cylinder Exhaust gas temperature...
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NOISE Number of cylinders Unsilenced exhaust noise at 1m dis‐ dB(A) tance 34 | Technical Data | MS150049/02E 2012-11...
3.4 Engine data 16 V 4000 C20, C20R, C21, C21L Explanation Abbr. Meaning Reference value: Continuous power Reference value: Fuel stop power Design value Guaranteed value Guideline value Limit value, up to which the engine can be operated, without change (e.g. of power set‐ ting) Not yet defined value Not applicable...
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MODEL RELATED DATA (basic design) Number of cylinders Cylinder arrangement: V angle Degrees Bore Stroke Displacement of a cylinder Liters Displacement, total Liters 65.0 65.0 65.0 65.0 Number of inlet valves per cylinder Number of exhaust valves per cylinder COMBUSTION AIR / EXHAUST GAS Number of cylinders Charge-air pressure before cylinder Exhaust gas temperature...
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NOISE Number of cylinders Unsilenced exhaust noise at 1m dis‐ dB(A) tance MS150049/02E 2012-11 | Technical Data | 37...
3.5 Firing order Firing order Number of cylin‐ Firing order ders A1-B4-A4-A2-B3-A3-B2-B1 A1-B2-A5-B4-A3-B1-A6-B5-A2-B3-A4-B6 16 V A1-A7-B4-B6-A4-B8-A2-A8-B3-B5-A3-A5-B2-A6-B1-B7 20 V A1-B5-A8-B7-A5-B2-A7-B10-A2-B3-A10-B6-A3-B4-A6-B9-A4-B1-A9-B8 38 | Technical Data | MS150049/02E 2012-11...
3.6 Engine – Main dimensions Engine model Length (A) Width (B) Height (C) 12 V 4000 Cxy approx. 2540 mm approx. 1620 mm approx. 1990 mm 16 V 4000 Cxy approx. 3010 mm approx. 1620 mm approx. 1990 mm MS150049/02E 2012-11 | Technical Data | 39...
4.1 Putting the engine into operation after extended out-of- service periods (>3 months) Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. ☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available. Putting the engine into operation after extended out-of-service-periods (>3 months) Item Action Engine Depreserve (→...
4.3 Starting the engine in manual mode Preconditions ☑ Engine is not under load. ☑ External start interlock is not activated. DANGER Unguarded rotating and moving engine components. Risk of serious injury – danger to life! • Before barring or starting the engine, make sure that nobody is in the danger zone. WARNING Engine noise above 85 dB (A).
4.4 Operational checks DANGER Unguarded rotating and moving engine components. Risk of serious injury – danger to life! • Take special care when working on a running engine. WARNING Engine noise above 85 dB (A). Risk of damage to hearing! •...
4.5 Stopping the engine in manual mode Preconditions ☑ Engine is not under load. ☑ Engine is running in manual mode. CAUTION Stopping the engine when it is running at full load causes extreme stress to the engine. Risk of overheating, damage to components! •...
4.6 After stopping the engine Preconditions ☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available. After stopping the engine Item Action Coolant circuit Drain coolant (→ Page 114)(→ Page 122) if: • freezing temperatures are expected and the engine is to remain out of service for an extended period, but engine coolant has no antifreeze additive;...
4.7 Plant cleaning Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. ☑ Operating voltage is not present. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Steam jet cleaner Cleaner (Hakupur 312) 30390 WARNING Compressed air Risk of injury! •...
5 Maintenance 5.1 Maintenance task reference table [QL1] The maintenance tasks and intervals for this product are defined in the Maintenance Schedule. The Maintenance Schedule is a stand-alone publication. The task numbers in this table provide reference to the maintenance tasks specified in the Maintenance Schedule.
6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Troubleshooting Engine does not turn when starter is actuated Component Cause Action Battery Low or faulty Charge or replace (see manufacturer's documentation). Cable connections faulty Check if cable connections are proper‐ ly secured (see manufacturer's docu‐ mentation). Starter Engine cabling or starter faulty Check if cable connections are proper‐...
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Faulty Contact Service. Charge air temperature too high Component Cause Action Engine coolant Engine coolant treatment incorrect Check (MTU test kit). Intercooler Contaminated Contact Service. Engine room Air-intake temperature too high Check fans and intake/exhaust lines. Charge-air pressure too low...
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Blue exhaust gas Component Cause Action Engine oil Too much oil in engine Drain engine oil (→ Page 104). Filter element in oil separator is clog‐ Replace (→ Page 78). Exhaust turbocharg‐ Faulty Contact Service. er, cylinder head, pis‐ ton rings, cylinder lin‐ White exhaust gas Component Cause...
6.2 Fault messages from DDEC engine governor The DDEC engine governor generates alarms which are indicated in different ways depending on the equipment configuration: • Two-digit flashing code • Fault code and text on a display or PC screen To facilitate troubleshooting without additional auxiliary equipment, the two-digit flash codes can be read out from the DDEC by means of the vehicle-side alarm lamps CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (yellow) and STOP ENGINE LIGHT (red).
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Additional accessories: • Printer (part no. J-38699) for direct connection to the DDR • Spare paper (part no. J-38480-5) for the printer (5 rolls respectively) The following information is available on reading out the fault codes with the DDR. Example: MID:128 Engine TURBO...
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Coolant level sensor, input 1. Check coolant condition voltage too low. (→ Page 119). 2. Check coolant level, top up if required (→ Page 112). 3. Check cabling. 4. Contact Service. Sensor "Top up coolant", in‐ 1.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Throttle sensor, input volt‐ 1. Check cabling. age too low. 2. Contact Service. Blower bypass position, in‐ 1. Check cabling. put voltage too low. 2. Contact Service. Humidity sensor, electric 1. Check cabling. circuit defective / low (ver‐ 2.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Temperature sensor/ ex‐ 1. Check cabling. haust turbocharger outlet, 2. Contact Service. input voltage too low (ver‐ sion 32.0 or later). Auxiliary output 3, open cir‐ Contact Service. cuit (side "high") S3. Auxiliary output 3, ground Contact Service.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Fuel differential pressure 1. Check cabling. sensor, input voltage too 2. Contact Service. high. Fuel pressure sensor upper 1. Check cabling. level, input voltage too low. 2. Contact Service. Fuel pressure sensor, input 1. Check cabling. voltage too low.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Coolant level too low. 1. Check coolant level, top up if required (→ Page 112). 2. Contact Service. Intercooler coolant temper‐ 1. Check coolant condition ature too high. (→ Page 119). 2. Check coolant level, top up if required (→...
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code ECM battery voltage too Contact Service. low. Real-time clock auxiliary Contact Service. battery, voltage too low (version 29.0 or later). Sensor supply voltage too Contact Service. low. High range: Fuel pressure Contact Service. too high. Fuel pressure too high.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Temperature at exhaust tur‐ 1. Check contamination indica‐ bocharger outlet too high tor signal ring position (version 32.0 or later). (→ Page 102). 2. Check exhaust system. 3. Contact Service. TCO temperature- power Contact Service. reduction.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Auxiliary output 2, short cir‐ Contact Service. cuit on battery circuit (plus) Auxiliary output 2, open cir‐ Contact Service. cuit A2. Auxiliary output 2, mechani‐ Contact Service. cal system does not re‐ spond correctly A2. Auxiliary output 5, short cir‐...
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code PWM 2 above normal Contact Service. range. PWM 2 below normal Contact Service. range. PWM 2 short circuit on bat‐ Contact Service. tery circuit (plus). PWM 2 open circuit. Contact Service. PWM 3 above normal Contact Service.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Knock sensor, input voltage Contact Service. too high. Knock sensor, input voltage Contact Service. too low. Knock sensor does not re‐ Contact Service. spond. Coolant pressure sensor, Contact Service. high range (input voltage too high). Coolant pressure sensor, Contact Service.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Gas valve position input Contact Service. voltage too low. Gas dosing valve does not Contact Service. respond. ESS transmission, engaged Contact Service. gear step jamming. Transmission idling switch Contact Service. defective, (ESS transmis‐ sion). Analog auxiliary input: data Contact Service.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Exhaust back pressure too Contact Service. low. Exhaust back pressure sen‐ Contact Service. sor voltage too high. Exhaust back pressure sen‐ Contact Service. sor voltage too low. Exhaust back pressure near Contact Service. limit for power reduction. Fuel filter differential pres‐...
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Clock module with irregular Contact Service. alteration speed. Clock module faulty. Contact Service. Relative air humidity above Contact Service. range (version 33.0 or lat‐ er). Relative air humidity under Contact Service. range (version 33.0 or lat‐ er).
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Exhaust duct temperature Contact Service. 5, sensor voltage too high (version 32.0 or later). Exhaust duct temperature Contact Service. 6, sensor voltage too high (version 32.0 or later). Exhaust duct temperature Contact Service. 7, sensor voltage too high (version 32.0 or later).
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Crankcase pressure sen‐ Contact Service. sor, input voltage too low. Crankcase pressure sen‐ Contact Service. sor, input voltage (version 27.0 or later). Injection control pressure Contact Service. sensor, input voltage too low. Exhaust temperature sen‐ Contact Service.
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Exhaust duct temperature Contact Service. 12, sensor voltage too low (version 32.0 or later). Exhaust duct temperature Contact Service. 13, sensor voltage too low (version 32.0 or later). Exhaust duct temperature Contact Service. 14, sensor voltage too low (version 32.0 or later).
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Exhaust duct temperature Contact Service. 3, sensor voltage too high (version 32.0 or later). Exhaust duct temperature Contact Service. 4, sensor voltage too high (version 32.0 or later). Exhaust duct temperature Contact Service. 5, sensor voltage too high (version 32.0 or later).
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Flashi Description Maintenance tasks code Crankcase pressure too low Contact Service. (version 27.0 or later). Engine speed too high. Contact Service. Engine overspeed signal Contact Service. (version 28.0 or later). Pump pressure sensor, in‐ Contact Service. put voltage too high. Atmospheric pressure sen‐...
7.1.2 Engine – Barring with starting system DANGER Unguarded rotating and moving engine components. Risk of serious injury – Danger to life! • Before barring the engine, ensure that nobody is in the danger zone. Barring engine with starting system Remove screws (1, 3) and take off perforat‐...
7.2 Cylinder Liner 7.2.1 Cylinder liner – Endoscopic examination Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Barring device F6555766 Ratchet with extension F30006212 Endoscope Y20097353 Preparatory steps Remove cylinder head cover (→ Page 89). Remove injector (→...
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Compile endoscopy report using the table. Use technical terms for description of the liner surface (→ Page 76). Depending on findings: • Do not take any action or • carry out a further endoscopic examination as part of maintenance work or •...
7.2.2 Instructions and comments on endoscopic and visual examination of cylinder liners Terms used for endoscopic examination Use the terms listed below to describe the condition of the cylinder-liner surface in the endoscopic exami‐ nation report. Findings Measure Light scoring Minor dirt scores can occur during the assembly of a new engine (honing prod‐...
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Findings Measure Discolorations (Heat) These are caused by a disturbance in the liner / ring tribosystem. Usually they run over the whole ring-travel area (TDC/BDC), starting at the first TDC-ring and becoming more visible from the second TDC-ring onwards and less pro‐ nounced from TDC-ring 1.
7.3 Crankcase Breather 7.3.1 Crankcase breather – Filter element replacement Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Torque wrench, 10-60Nm F30452769 Engine oil Filter insert (→ Spare Parts Catalog) WARNING Hot oil.
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Crankcase breather (open-circuit crankcase ventilation) – Filter element cleaning or replacement Clean filter externally. Release vent hose on oil separator cov‐ er (1) and remove. Remove oil separator cover (1). Loosen clamp (5). Clean or replace filter element (2) (→ Page 80). Insert new sealing ring (3).
7.3.2 Crankcase breather (open-circuit crankcase ventilation) – Filter element cleaning Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. WARNING Compressed air Risk of injury! • Do not direct compressed-air jet at persons. • Wear protective goggles / safety mask and ear protectors. CAUTION Excessive reaction time of cleaning agents on components.
7.4 Running Gear 7.4.1 Grounding device – Check carbon brush Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Cold cleaner (Hakutex 60) 50602 Carbon brush (→ Spare Parts Catalog) WARNING Compressed air Risk of injury!
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Checking grounding device Item Findings Measure Carbon brush Damaged Fit new part (→ Page 83) Wear limit 45 mm (new condition Fit new part (→ Page 83) 60mm) Press carbon brush against spring pressure Spring broken, damaged Fit new part (→ Page 83) Running surface on adapter contaminated, corroded Clean...
7.5 Valve Drive 7.5.1 Valve gear – Lubrication Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Engine oil Valve gear – Lubrication Remove cylinder head covers (→ Page 89). Fill oil chambers of valve bridges with oil.
7.5.2 Valve clearance – Check and adjustment Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. ☑ Engine coolant temperature is max. 40°C. ☑ Valves are closed. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Feeler gauge Y20098771 Torque wrench, 60-320Nm F30452768 Socket box wrench...
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Diagram for 8V engines (two crankshaft positions) 1 Cylinder A1 is in firing TDC 2 Cylinder A1 is in overlap TDC I Inlet valve X Exhaust valve Diagram for 12V engines (two crankshaft positions) 1 Cylinder A1 is in firing TDC 2 Cylinder A1 is in overlap TDC I Inlet valve X Exhaust valve...
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Diagram for 20V engines (two crankshaft positions) 1 Cylinder A1 is in firing TDC 2 Cylinder A1 is in overlap TDC I Inlet valve X Exhaust valve Checking valve clearance at two crankshaft positions Check TDC position of piston in cylinder A1: •...
7.5.3 Cylinder head cover – Removal and installation Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Gasket (→ Spare Parts Catalog) Removing cylinder head cover Clean very dirty cylinder head covers prior to removal.
7.6 Injection Pump / HP Pump 7.6.1 HP pump – Relief bore check DANGER Unguarded rotating and moving engine components. Risk of serious injury – danger to life! • Take special care when working on a running engine. WARNING Engine noise above 85 dB (A). Risk of damage to hearing! •...
7.7.2 Injector – Removal and installation Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Installation and removal tool for injector F6790161 Milling cutter F30452739 Slotted screwdriver F30452578 Torque wrench, 1-20Nm F30044239 Torque wrench, 10-60Nm F30452769...
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Removing injector Note: Always replace the first and last injectors of one engine side first. Replace the inner in‐ jectors only after the installation of the outer injectors on this engine side is completed. Release the cable terminal threaded con‐ nection (arrows) on the injector and remove cable terminals.
Remove sealing ring (1) from injector or use a self-made hook to take it out of the cylin‐ der head. Remove O-rings (2) from injector. Cover all connections and installation bores, or seal with suitable plugs. Installing injector Prior to installation, remove all blanking plugs.
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Use slotted screwdriver to check thrust ring at both line ends for secure seating. Tighten loose thrust ring to the specified tightening torque. Name Size Type Lubricant Value/Standard Thrust ring Tightening torque 5Nm to 10Nm Coat screw head mating face (2) and thread with engine oil.
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Tighten union nut of adapter (limiting valve) with torque wrench to the specified tightening torque. Name Size Type Lubricant Value/Standard Union nut Tightening torque 140Nm + 10Nm Tighten union nut of adapter (injector) with torque wrench to the specified tightening torque. Name Size Type...
7.8 Fuel System 7.8.1 Fuel system – Venting Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Filling device B80144852 Diesel fuel WARNING Fuels are combustible. Risk of fire and explosion! •...
7.9 Fuel Filter 7.9.1 Fuel filter – Replacement Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Filter wrench F30379104 Engine oil Easy-change filter (→ Spare Parts Catalog) WARNING Fuels are combustible. Risk of fire and explosion! •...
7.10 Charge-Air Cooling 7.10.1 Charge-air cooler – Check water drain for coolant leakage and absence of restrictions DANGER Unguarded rotating and moving engine components. Risk of serious injury – danger to life! • Take special care when working on a running engine. WARNING Engine noise above 85 dB (A).
7.11.2 Cold start system with ether injection – Check Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Ether cartridge (→ Spare Parts Catalog) DANGER Cleaner is an explosive and poisonous substance. Danger to life, major material damage! •...
7.13 Lube Oil System, Lube Oil Circuit 7.13.1 Engine oil – Level check Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Checking oil level prior to engine start Withdraw oil dipstick from guide tube and wipe it. Insert oil dipstick into guide tube up to stop, withdraw after approx.
7.13.2 Engine oil – Change Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. ☑ Engine is at operating temperature. ☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Torque wrench, 40-200Nm...
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Tighten drain screws (2) and (3) with torque wrench to the specified torque. Name Size Type Lubricant Value/Standard Screw M26 x 1.5 Tightening torque (Engine oil) 100Nm +10Nm Filling with new engine oil Open cover on filler neck. Pour oil in at filler neck up to "max." mark at oil dipstick.
7.13.3 Engine oil – Sample extraction and analysis Preconditions ☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. MTU test kit 5605892099/00 DANGER Unguarded rotating and moving engine components.
7.14.2 Oil indicator filter – Check Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Cleaner (Snow-White 11-0) 40460 Cleaner (Hakupur 312) 30390 Engine oil Strainer (→ Spare Parts Catalog) Square-section ring (→...
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Cleaning strainer Shake coarse contamination out of strainer (5). Clean all metallic parts with cleaner (Snow-White 11-0), then rinse with cleaner (Hakupur 312). Use a soft brush to remove stubborn deposits from strainer if required. Ensure that the mesh is not dam‐ aged.
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7.14.3 Centrifugal oil filter – Cleaning and filter sleeve replacement Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Filter wrench F30379104 Torque wrench, 6-50 Nm F30027336 Ratchet adapter F30027339 Cold cleaner (Hakutex 60) 50602 Grease (Kluthe Hakuform 30-10/Emulgier)
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Centrifugal oil filter – Cleaning and filter sleeve replacement Undo screw (1) and remove. Remove clamp (3) and take off hood (2). Carefully remove rotor (5) from housing. Hold rotor assembly (5) firmly in position with filter wrench and undo knurled nut (7). Take off rotor cap (8).
7.15 Coolant Circuit, General, High-Temperature Circuit 7.15.1 Engine coolant – Level check Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. ☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available. WARNING Coolant is hot and under pressure. Risk of injury and scalding! •...
7.15.3 Engine coolant – Draining Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. WARNING Coolant is hot and under pressure. Risk of injury and scalding! • Let the engine cool down. • Wear protective clothing, gloves, and goggles / safety mask. Preparatory steps Provide a suitable receptacle to catch the coolant.
7.15.4 Engine coolant – Filling Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. ☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Engine coolant WARNING Coolant is hot and under pressure.
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Filling with coolant using a pump Connect appropriate pump with hose to drain valve. Open drain valve and pump coolant into en‐ gine at 0.5 bar minimum. Fill expansion tank until overflow edge is reached. Close drain valve. Check proper condition of breather valve and clean sealing faces if required.
7.15.5 Engine coolant pump – Relief bore check DANGER Unguarded rotating and moving engine components. Risk of serious injury – danger to life! • Take special care when working on a running engine. WARNING Engine noise above 85 dB (A). Risk of damage to hearing! •...
7.15.6 Coolant filter – Replacement Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Filter wrench F30379104 Engine oil Coolant filter (→ Spare Parts Catalog) WARNING Coolant is hot and under pressure. Risk of injury and scalding! •...
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7.15.7 Engine coolant – Sample extraction and analysis Preconditions ☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. MTU test kit 5605892099/00 DANGER Unguarded rotating and moving engine components.
7.16 Low-Temperature Circuit 7.16.1 Charge-air coolant – Level check Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. ☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available. WARNING Coolant is hot and under pressure. Risk of injury and scalding! • Let the engine cool down.
7.16.3 Charge-air coolant – Drainage Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Sealing ring (→ Spare Parts Catalog) WARNING Coolant is hot and under pressure. Risk of injury and scalding! •...
7.16.4 Charge-air coolant – Filling Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. ☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Coolant Sealing ring (→ Spare Parts Catalog) WARNING Coolant is hot and under pressure.
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Filling with coolant using a pump Connect a suitable pump with a hose to the drain valve (arrowed). Open vent on intercooler (arrow). Open drain valve and pump coolant into en‐ gine at 0.5 bar minimum. Close venting point when coolant emerges. Fill expansion tank up to overflow.
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Alternatively: Filling coolant through filler neck Remove plug screws from filling points (ar‐ rows) on coolant lines from and to the inter‐ cooler. Open air bleed on the intercooler (arrow). Fill coolant via the filling points on the cool‐ ant lines to and from the intercooler and via the expansion tank up to the overflow.
7.16.5 Charge-air coolant pump – Relief bore check DANGER Unguarded rotating and moving engine components. Risk of serious injury – danger to life! • Take special care when working on a running engine. WARNING Engine noise above 85 dB (A). Risk of damage to hearing! •...
7.18 Belt Drive 7.18.1 Drive belt – Condition check Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. ☑ Guard is removed. Drive belt – Condition check Item Findings Action Drive belt A Singular cracks None Drive belt Belt is oily, shows signs of over‐ Replace (→...
7.19.2 Battery-charging generator – Check Preconditions ☑ Engine shut down and starting disabled. WARNING Compressed air Risk of injury! • Do not direct compressed-air jet at persons. • Wear protective goggles / safety mask and ear protectors. Checking battery-charging generator Item Findings Measure...
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7.19.3 Battery-charging generator – Removal and installation Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Torque wrench, 60-320Nm F30452768 Torque wrench, 10-60Nm F30452769 Ratchet adapter F30027340 WARNING Heavy object. Risk of crushing! •...
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Release screws (arrow). Remove battery-charging generator (1). Clean battery-charging generator (1) thor‐ oughly (→ Page 130). Install battery-charging generator (1) follow‐ ing reverse sequence of working steps. Tensioning drive belt Fit drive belt. Slacken screw (2) by half a turn. Result: Belt tensioner moves against the drive belt and tensions it.
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7.19.4 Battery-charging generator – Drive belt and belt tensioner replacement Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Torque wrench, 20-100Nm F30026582 Ratchet adapter F30027340 Drive belt (→ Spare Parts Catalog) Belt tensioner (→...
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Tighten screw (2) to specified torque using a torque wrench. Name Size Type Lubricant Value/Standard Screw M10x1.5 Tightening torque 42Nm Install protective cover. Readjust belt tension after 30 minutes and again after 8 hours engine runtime (→ Page 135). 134 | Task Description | MS150049/02E 2012-11...
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7.19.5 Battery-charging generator – Drive belt tension adjustment Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Torque wrench, 20-100Nm F30026582 Ratchet adapter F30027340 WARNING Spring/circlip/tensioning roller preload. Risk of injury! •...
Tap drive belt (arrow) with a suitable tool. Hold belt tension tester over belt drive until the measured value is indicated. Initial assembly at MTU Initial operation with fan Belt tension adjustment 60Hz ± 1Hz 52Hz ± 1Hz...
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Adjusting drive belt tension Release screws (2) until fan coupling can be moved. Tighten stud (1) until the required frequency is achieved. Tighten screws (2) to specified tightening torque. Name Size Type Lubricant Value/Standard Screw M12x60 Tightening torque 100Nm +10Nm MS150049/02E 2012-11 | Task Description | 137...
7.20.2 Fan drive – Drive belt replacement Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Drive belt (→ Spare Parts Catalog) Preparatory steps Remove protective cover. Remove fan. Replacing drive belt Release screws (2).
7.21 Auxiliary PTO 7.21.1 Compressor – Check Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. WARNING Compressed-air pipes may still be under pressure, although the shut-off valve is closed. Risk of injury! • Before starting work, release pressure from pipework. Checking compressor Check oil supply line (3) and connections for condition and leaks.
7.22 Wiring (General) for Engine/Gearbox/Unit 7.22.1 Engine wiring – Check Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Isopropyl alcohol X00058037 Engine wiring – Check Check securing screws of cable clamps on engine and tighten loose threaded connections. Ensure that cables are fixed in their clamps and cannot swing freely.
7.23 Accessories for (Electronic) Engine Governor / Control System 7.23.1 DDEC and connectors – Cleaning Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Special tools, Material, Spare parts Designation / Use Part No. Qty. Isopropyl alcohol DANGER Cleaner is an explosive and poisonous substance. Danger to life, major material damage! •...
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Cleaning severely contaminated connectors on DDEC Disconnect connectors on both sides of DDEC. For this purpose, withdraw connec‐ tors (1). Unscrew connectors (3). Remove covers (2). Clean connector housings, connector sock‐ et housings and all contacts with isopropyl alcohol. When connectors, sockets and all contacts are dry: Install connectors and check plug- in connection on DDEC (→...
7.23.2 DDEC – Checking plug-in connections Preconditions ☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled. Checking plug-in connections on DDEC Check all plug-in connections on both sides of DDEC for secure seating. Slide connectors (1) on until they latch into position. Screw in connectors (3) securely.
Abgasturbolader Exhust turbocharger (ETC) Air Temperature Sensor Baureihe Series Betriebsstoffvorschrift MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications, publica‐ tion No. A01061/.. Controller Area Network Data bus system, bus standard Calibration Drift Compensation Setting of drift compensation in engine governor with DiaSys...
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Abbre‐ Meaning Explanation viation Engine Monitoring Unit Ersatzteilkatalog Spare Parts Catalog (SPC) Electronic Unit Injector Fuel Pressure Sensor Fuel Differential Pressure Sensor Fuel Temperature Sensor FWCP Fire Water Control Panel Ground High pressure High Alarm: Measured value exceeds 1st maximum limit HIHI High High Alarm: Measured value exceeds 2nd maximum...
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Abbre‐ Meaning Explanation viation Stop engine light 1st function: Warning lamp (stop engine and rectify fault) 2nd function: Read out fault codes System Identifier Synchronous Reference Sensor TDC cylinder 1 Safety System Safety system alarm Turbocharger Boost Sensor Monitors charge-air pressure Turbo Compressor Inlet Turbo Compressor Outlet Transmitter Deviation...
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