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MTU 20V 4000 G83L Engine

The MTU 20V 4000 G83L is a 95.4 L 20-cylinder exhaust turbocharging (etc) with charge-air cooling (cac) engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 3010 kW. It powers generator sets from MTU, including the DP 2805 D6S RW and DS 3315 D6S RW. It holds 390 L (103.0 gal) of oil and 205 L (54.2 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: MTU 20V 4000 G83L

Part of the MTU 20V4000 engine family — 62 variants share parts & fitment.

95.4 L

Displacement

Cylinders

1800 rpm

Rated speed

3010 kW

Gross power

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Engine specifications

Oil capacity	390.0 L
Coolant capacity	205.0 L
Displacement	95.4 L
Cylinders	20
Aspiration	Exhaust turbocharging (ETC) with charge-air cooling (CAC)
Rated speed	1800 rpm
Gross power	3010 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

MTU DP 2805 D6S RWMTU DS 3315 D6S RW

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Repair guides

Step-by-step procedures compiled from the MTU service manual for this engine.

Service intervals

Item	Action	Hours	Months	Notes
Centrifugal oil filter	Clean	500 hr	24 mo	Check layer thickness of oil residue, clean out and replace filter sleeve; Task W1009; limit 2 years
Fuel filter	Replace	1000 hr	24 mo	Task W1001; limit 2 years
Belt drive	Check	1500 hr	24 mo	Check drive belt condition and tension, replace/adjust if necessary; Task W1003
Valve gear	Check	1500 hr		Check valve clearance; Task W1002
Air filter	Replace		36 mo	Task W1005; limit 3 years
Engine oil filter	Replace		24 mo	Replace when changing engine oil or when 2-year interval reached; Task W1008
Extended component maintenance	Other		216 mo	Limit 18 years; complete engine disassembly; Task W3000

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Service specifications

Type	Item	Value	Unit	Condition
Clearance	Centrifugal oil filter max oil residue layer thickness	45	mm
Clearance	Valve clearance adjustment deviation limit	0.1	mm	cold engine
Other	Coolant pump permissible coolant discharge at relief bore	up to 10	drops/hour
Other	Coolant pump permissible oil discharge at relief bore	up to 5	drops/hour
Pressure	Final compression pressure	24 to 28	bar	at 120 rpm
Pressure	Fuel prefilter differential pressure (flush threshold)	0.3	bar	engine at full load / rated power
Speed	Firing speed	80 to 120	rpm
Temperature	Cold start capability air temperature (without start aid/preheating)	10	°C
Temperature	Coolant preheating temperature (min.)	32	°C
Temperature	Coolant temperature (design value)	100	°C	at engine outlet to cooling equipment
Temperature	Coolant temperature after engine (alarm)	102	°C
Temperature	Coolant temperature after engine (shutdown)	104	°C
Temperature	Jacket water heater adjustable thermostat	32 to 55	°C
Torque	Belt tensioner screw (1)	42	Nm
Torque	Belt tensioner screw (2)	60 to 65	Nm
Torque	Centrifugal oil filter clamp	8 to 10	Nm
Torque	Centrifugal oil filter cover nut	5 to 7	Nm
Torque	Centrifugal oil filter rotor cover nut	35 to 45	Nm
Torque	Crankcase breather cover screws	10 -2	Nm
Torque	Cylinder head cover screws	42	Nm
Torque	HP fuel line, injector side	20 +5	Nm
Torque	HP fuel line, rail side	30 +5	Nm
Torque	Injector hold-down clamp screw and adapter	100 +10	Nm
Torque	Injector pretightening (hold-down screw and adapter)	5 to 10	Nm
Torque	Oil pan drain plugs (2) and (3) at equipment carrier	100 +10	Nm
Torque	Valve clearance locknut	90 +9	Nm
Valve clearance	Exhaust valve clearance (short rocker arm)	0.5	mm	cold engine
Valve clearance	Inlet valve clearance (long rocker arm)	0.2	mm	cold engine

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

Fluid	Grade	Standard	Ambient	Capacity	Notes
Coolant		MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specification A001061/..		205.0 liters	Engine coolant capacity, engine side (without cooling equipment); max. antifreeze content 50%
Engine oil		MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specification A001061/..		390.0 liters	Total engine oil capacity at initial filling (standard oil system); oil change quantity at dipstick max. 340 L, min. 245 L

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Fault codes

Code	Name	Meaning	Severity	Action
003	HI T-Fuel	Preliminary warning: Fuel temperature too high.	Warning	Contact Service.
004	SS T-Fuel	Main warning: Fuel temperature too high; Engine stop.	Shutdown	Contact Service.
005	HI T-Charge Air	Preliminary warning: Charge-air temperature too high.	Warning	Reduce power. Check intercooler.
006	SS T-Charge Air	Main warning: Charge-air temperature too high; Engine stop.	Shutdown	Reduce power. Check intercooler.
009	AL L1 T-Coolant Intercooler	Preliminary warning: Coolant pressure in intercooler too low.	Warning	Reduce power.
010	AL L2 T-Coolant Intercooler	Main warning: Charge-air coolant temperature too high; Engine stop.	Shutdown	Reduce power.
015	LO P-Lube Oil	Preliminary warning: Lube oil pressure too low.	Warning	Check oil level, top up as necessary.
016	SS P-Lube Oil	Main warning: Lube oil pressure too low; Engine will be shut down.	Shutdown	Check oil level; attempt to restart engine.
019	HI T-Exhaust A	Preliminary warning: Exhaust temperature (A-side) too high.	Warning	Check cabling; contact Service.
020	SS T-Exhaust A	Main warning: Exhaust temperature (A-side) too high; Engine stop.	Shutdown	Check cabling; contact Service.
021	HI T-Exhaust B	Preliminary warning: Exhaust temperature (B-side) too high.	Warning	Check cabling; contact Service.
022	SS T-Exhaust B	Main warning: Exhaust temperature (B-side) too high; Engine stop.	Shutdown	Check cabling; contact Service.
023	LO Coolant Level	Coolant level too low (limit value 1).	Warning	Check coolant level in expansion tank.
024	SS Coolant Level	Coolant level too low (limit value 2).	Shutdown	Check coolant level in expansion tank.
025	HI P-Diff. Lube Oil	Preliminary warning: Oil filter differential pressure too high.	Warning	Replace oil filter.
026	HI P-Diff. Lube Oil	Preliminary warning: Oil filter differential pressure too high.	Warning	Replace oil filter.
027	HI Leak Fuel Level	Preliminary warning: Leak-off fuel level too high.	Warning	Check fuel system; contact Service.
029	HI ETC 2 idle speed	Idle speed of ETC 2 too high.	Warning	Contact Service.
030	SS Engine Speed	Engine overspeed; reduced fuel injection.	Shutdown	Acknowledge alarm; attempt to restart engine.
031	HI ETC 1 overspeed	Preliminary warning: Speed of primary turbocharger too high.	Warning	Contact Service.
032	SS ETC 1 overspeed	Speed of primary turbocharger too high.	Shutdown	Automatic power reduction; check air filters.
036	HI ETC 2 overspeed	Preliminary warning: Speed of secondary turbocharger too high.	Warning	Reduce power; contact Service.
037	SS ETC 2 overspeed	Speed of secondary turbocharger too high; fuel limitation to a fixed value.	Shutdown	Reduce power; contact Service.
038	AL ETC Synchro Fault	Synchronization error between ETCs 1 and 2.	Warning	Reduce power; contact Service.
039	AL ETC 2 cut-in failure	ETC2 failed to cut in.	Warning	Reduce power; contact Service.
044	L1 Coolant Level Intercooler	Intercooler coolant level too low (limit value 1).	Warning	Check coolant level.
051	HI T-Lube Oil	Preliminary warning: Lube oil temperature too high.	Warning	Reduce power.
052	SS T-Lube Oil	Main warning: Lube oil temperature too high; Engine stop.	Shutdown	Reduce power; check engine oil level.
057	LO P-Coolant	Preliminary warning: Coolant pressure too low.	Warning	Check coolant circuit.
058	SS P-Coolant	Main warning: Coolant pressure too low; Engine stop or reduced fuel injection.	Shutdown	Automatic engine shutdown; check coolant level.
063	HI P-Crankcase	Preliminary warning: Crankcase pressure too high.	Warning	Reduce power; replace oil separator element.
064	SS P-Crankcase	Main warning: Crankcase pressure too high; Engine stop.	Shutdown	Replace oil separator element; contact Service.
065	LO P-Fuel	Preliminary warning: Fuel supply pressure too low.	Warning	Check fuel lines for leaks; clean/flush fuel prefilter; replace fuel filter.
066	SS P-Fuel	Main warning: Fuel supply pressure too low; Engine stop.	Shutdown	Check fuel lines; clean fuel prefilter; replace prefilter element and fuel filter.
067	HI T-Coolant	Preliminary warning: Coolant temperature too high.	Warning	Reduce power.
068	SS T-Coolant	Main warning: Coolant temperature too high; Engine stop.	Shutdown	Allow engine to cool; check coolant cooler; restart engine; contact Service.
081	AL Rail Leakage	Pressure gradient in rail too low during starting or too high during stopping; HP system leaky, air in system.	Warning	Contact Service.
082	HI P-Fuel (Common Rail)	Rail pressure > reference value; DBR fuel limitation.	Warning	Contact Service.
083	LO P-Fuel (Common Rail)	Rail pressure < reference value; DBR fuel limitation.	Warning	Contact Service.
085	HI T-Recirculation	Preliminary warning: Recirculation temperature too high.	Warning	Reduce power.
086	HI T-Recirculation	Main warning: Recirculation temperature too high.	Shutdown	Reduce power.
089	AL Stalling Engine	Engine speed too low.	Warning	Check for additional messages.
090	SS No Idling Speed	Idling speed was not attained.	Shutdown	Contact Service.
091	SS No Runup Speed	Runup speed was not attained.	Shutdown	Contact Service.
092	SS No Starter Speed	Starter speed was not attained; termination of starting sequence.	Shutdown	Contact Service.
093	SS T-Preheat	Preheating temperature too low; engine start interlock active.	Shutdown	Check preheater.
094	LO T-Preheat	Preheating temperature too low; coolant temperature too low for engine start.	Warning	Check preheater.
095	AL Prelubrication Fault	Oil priming failure.	Warning	Check oil priming system.
102	AL Consumption Meter Faulty	Consumption meter faulty.	Warning	Contact Service.
104	AL Eng Hours Counter Defect	Hourmeter faulty.	Warning	Contact Service.
118	LO ECU Supply Voltage	Preliminary warning: Supply voltage too low.	Warning	Check ECU supply voltage; contact Service.
119	LOLO ECU Supply Voltage	Main warning: Supply voltage too low.	Shutdown	Check ECU supply voltage; contact Service.
120	HI ECU Supply Voltage	Preliminary warning: Supply voltage too high.	Warning	Check ECU supply voltage; contact Service.
121	HIHI ECU Supply Voltage	Main warning: Supply voltage too high.	Shutdown	Check ECU supply voltage; contact Service.
122	HI T-ECU	Temperature in ECU too high.	Warning	Reduce power; improve engine room ventilation.
134	15V POS ECU DEFECT	Internal voltage (-15 VDC) faulty; automatic engine shutdown.	Shutdown	Replace ECU.
136	15V NEG ECU DEFECT	Internal voltage (-15 VDC) missing; automatic engine shutdown.	Shutdown	Contact Service.
142	BANK1 ECU DEFECT	Power output stage for control of solenoid valves on bank 1 faulty; engine does not start.	Shutdown	Replace ECU.
144	BANK2 ECU DEFECT	Power output stage for control of solenoid valves on bank 2 faulty; engine does not start.	Shutdown	Replace ECU.
180	AL CAN1 Node Lost	Connection to one node on CAN bus 1 failed.	Warning	Contact Service.
181	AL CAN2 Node Lost	Connection to one node on CAN bus 2 failed.	Warning	Contact Service.
186	AL CAN1 Bus Off	CAN controller 1 is in Bus-Off status.	Warning	Inspect CAN bus for short circuit; check shielding; contact Service.
188	AL CAN2 Bus Off	CAN controller 2 is in Bus-Off status; automatic changeover to CAN 1.	Warning	Inspect CAN bus for short circuit; check shielding; contact Service.
201	SD T-Coolant	Coolant temperature sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B6), replace as necessary.
202	SD T-Fuel	Fuel temperature sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B33), replace as necessary.
203	SD T-Charge Air	Charge-air temperature sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B9), replace as necessary.
205	SD T-Exhaust A	Exhaust temperature sensor on A-side faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B4.21), replace as necessary.
206	SD T-Exhaust B	Exhaust temperature sensor on B-side faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B4.22), replace as necessary.
211	SD P-Lube Oil	Lube oil pressure sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B5), replace as necessary.
212	SD P-Coolant	Coolant pressure sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B16), replace as necessary.
214	SD P-CrankCase	Crankcase pressure sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B50), replace as necessary.
215	SD P-HD	Rail pressure sensor faulty; HP regulator in emergency mode.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B48), replace as necessary.
216	SD T-Lube Oil	Lube oil temperature sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B7), replace as necessary.
220	SD Coolant Level	Coolant level sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (F33), replace as necessary.
230	SD crankshaft	Crankshaft sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B13), replace as necessary.
231	SD camshaft	Camshaft sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B1), replace as necessary.
240	SD P-Fuel	Fuel pressure sensor faulty; short circuit or wire break.	Warning	Check sensor and cabling (B34), replace as necessary.
245	SD ECU Supply Voltage	Internal ECU fault; electronics faulty.	Shutdown	Replace ECU.
320	AL Timing Cylinder B10	Time-of-flight measuring fault of injector (extremely low or high value).	Warning	Replace injector concerned if fault message appears frequently.
340	AL Wiring Cylinder B10	Cabling fault in injector cabling to cylinder; misfiring.	Warning	Check solenoid valve; contact Service.

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Procedures

Valve clearance – Check and adjustment adjustment

⚠ Engine coolant temperature max. 40 °C.

⚠ Valves must be closed.

Tools: Feeler gauge Y20010128, Torque wrench 60-320 Nm F30047446, Ring socket, 24 mm F30039526

Remove cylinder head cover.
Install barring tool.
Rotate crankshaft until marking OT-A1 and pointer are aligned.
Check TDC position of piston in cylinder A1.
Check valve clearance with cold engine: inlet 0.2 mm, exhaust 0.5 mm.
Check all clearances at firing and overlap TDC per diagram.
If deviation exceeds 0.1 mm, adjust.
Release locknut, set adjusting screw, tighten locknut to 90 +9 Nm.

Air filter removal and installation maintenance

Loosen clamp.
Remove air filter and clamp from flange of intake housing.
Verify flange is clean and free of objects.
Place new air filter with clamp onto intake housing.
Tighten clamp.
Reset signal ring of service indicator.

Battery-charging generator drive – Drive belt replacement maintenance

⚠ Spring/circlip/tensioning roller preload: risk of injury; only use specified tool and equipment.

Remove guard cover.
Slacken screws (1) and (2) by half a turn.
Press belt tensioner fully using socket adapter on screw (3).
Tighten screw (2).
Remove used drive belt.
Fit new drive belt.
Slacken screw (2) by half a turn.
Tighten screw (1) to 42 Nm and screw (2) to 60-65 Nm.
Install guard cover.
Readjust belt tension after 30 minutes and after 8 hours runtime.

Centrifugal oil filter – Cleaning and filter-sleeve replacement maintenance

⚠ Hot oil: wear protective clothing, gloves, goggles.

⚠ Compressed air: do not direct jet at persons; wear goggles and ear protectors.

Tools: Torque wrench 6-50 Nm F30027336

Remove clamp.
Release Tommy nut and take off cover.
Lift rotor, allow oil to drain, remove from housing.
Release rotor cover nut, take off rotor cover.
Remove filter sleeve and measure oil residue thickness; if >45 mm shorten interval.
Disassemble rotor tube, conical disk and rotor base; wash with cleaner.
Blow out with compressed air.
Check/renew sealing rings.
Assemble rotor tube, conical disk and rotor base with sealing ring.
Insert new filter sleeve with smooth paper surface facing wall.
Mount rotor cover with sealing ring and tighten rotor cover nut 35-45 Nm.
Place rotor in housing and check ease of movement.
Fit sealing ring, cover, Tommy nut by hand; fit clamp 8-10 Nm and cover nut 5-7 Nm.

Charge-air coolant – Draining maintenance

⚠ Coolant is hot and under pressure.

Provide suitable container.
Turn breather valve counterclockwise to first stop and remove.
Draw off segregated corrosion inhibitor oil in expansion tank.
Open drain valves/plugs and drain coolant at LT coolant pump and LT thermostat housing.
Drain residual coolant at intercooler.
Close all drain valves and install drain plugs with new sealing rings.
Place breather valve on filler neck and close.

Charge-air coolant – Filling maintenance

⚠ Coolant is hot and under pressure.

⚠ Fill/top up coolant only into cold engine.

Turn breather valve counterclockwise to first stop and remove.
Connect pump to drain valve; open and pump coolant at 0.5 bar minimum.
Fill expansion tank until overflow edge reached.
Close drain valve and fit breather valve.
Start engine, run unloaded 10 seconds, stop engine.
Check coolant level and top up if required; repeat as necessary.

Crankcase breather – Oil separator replacement, diaphragm check maintenance

⚠ Hot oil: wear protective clothing, gloves, goggles; avoid skin contact and inhalation.

Tools: Torque wrench 6-50 Nm F30027336

Remove cover with O-ring.
Remove filter element from housing.
Insert new filter element in housing.
Fit cover with new O-ring.
Tighten cover screws to 10 Nm -2 Nm.
For diaphragm: remove cover, take off spring, seal and diaphragm.
Check diaphragm for damage, fit new if damaged.
Mount diaphragm, install new seal and spring with cover.
Tighten cover screws to 10 Nm -2 Nm.

Cylinder head cover – Remove and install maintenance

Tools: Torque wrench 10-60 Nm F30510423

Clean very dirty covers prior to removal.
Remove screws.
Remove cover with gasket.
Clean mating faces.
Check gasket, replace if necessary.
Place gasket and cover on cylinder head.
Install screws and tighten to 42 Nm.
Use new gasket when installing.

Engine coolant – Draining maintenance

⚠ Coolant is hot and under pressure.

Provide suitable container and switch off preheating unit.
Turn breather valve counterclockwise to first stop and remove.
Draw off segregated corrosion inhibitor oil in expansion tank.
Open drain cocks/plugs and drain coolant at preheating unit, thermostat housing, U-bend, HT coolant pump elbow, crankcase left and right side.
Close all open drain points.
Place breather valve on filler neck and close.

Engine coolant – Filling maintenance

⚠ Coolant is hot and under pressure.

⚠ Fill/top up coolant only into cold engine.

Turn breather valve of filler neck counterclockwise to first stop and remove.
Connect pump with hose to drain valve; open drain valve and pump coolant in at 0.5 bar minimum.
Fill expansion tank until overflow edge is reached.
Close drain valve.
Fit breather valve and close.
Start engine, run unloaded 10 seconds, stop engine.
Remove breather valve and check coolant level; top up if required.
Repeat start/stop until no topping up needed.

Engine oil filter – Replacement maintenance

⚠ Hot oil: wear protective clothing, gloves, goggles; avoid skin contact and inhalation.

Tools: Filter wrench F30379104

Remove oil filter using filter wrench.
Clean sealing surface of filter head.
Check condition of new sealing ring and coat it with oil.
Screw on and tighten new oil filter by hand.
Replace further oil filters in the same way.
Bar engine with starting system after oil change.
Check oil level.

Engine oil – Change maintenance

⚠ Hot oil: wear protective clothing, gloves, goggles; avoid skin contact and inhalation.

Tools: Torque wrench F30027337, Ratchet adapter F30027341

Provide suitable container.
Remove drain plug(s) and drain oil.
Drain residual oil at equipment carrier: drain plug approx. 7 L, plug (2) approx. 12 L, plug (3) approx. 5 L.
Replace engine oil filter.
Install drain plugs with new sealing rings; tighten plugs (2) and (3) to 100 Nm +10 Nm.
Open filler neck cover and pour oil to max mark on dipstick.
Bar engine with starting system.
Check engine oil level.

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Voltage reconnection

Voltage	Phase	Connection	Leads	Notes
380/400/415				Standard scope voltage, 50 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
380/440/480				Standard scope voltage, 60 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
400/230				Standard scope voltage, 1600 series, 50 Hz
440/480				Alternator voltages, 60 Hz
480/277				Standard scope voltage, 1600 series, 60 Hz

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Parts cataloged across the MTU 20V4000 family

164

Part #	Description	Category
07500159b	Adapter, Injector	Adapter
2020161	Air filter	Air filter
W1003	Replace air filter (→Page 6 – 36)	Air filter
W1005	Air filter	Air filter
WM00076	Air filter element	Air filter
5240150417	ACHSE	Axle
700223016000	HOHLSCHRAUBE	Banjo screw
700222016000	RINGSTUECK	Banjo union
5241800080	KURBELWELLENLAGER KUPPLUNGSGEGENSEITE	Bearing
21300116a	Drive belt condition check	Belt
21300167a	Battery-charging generator drive — Drive belt tension adjustment	Belt
21300167b	Battery-charging generator drive — Drive belt replacement	Belt
X00037029	RIEMENSCHEIBE	Belt pulley
X00039375	RIEMENSCHEIBE	Belt pulley
F6557991	Puller bracket	Bracket
0029923501	BUCHSE	Bushing
W1009	Centrifugal oil filter (if fitted)	Centrifugal oil filter
30380	Cleaner (Hakupur 312)	Cleaner
W1011	Combustion chambers	Combustion chambers
W2004	Fit new high-pressure sensor in fuel system.	Component maintenance
W2006	Check charge air coolant thermostat and replace thermal actuator (→Workshop Manual)	Component maintenance
W2007	Check centrifugal oil filter for wear (if fitted) (→Workshop Manual)	Component maintenance
W2009	Inspect centrifugal oil filter for wear (if fitted).	Component maintenance
W2010	Overhaul starter.	Component maintenance
W2062	Crankcase breather: Replace oil separator (→Workshop Manual)	Component maintenance
X00040005	ANSCHLUSSTEILE F.KRAFTSTOFFLEITUNG	Connecting hardware for fuel line
X00032042	ANSCHLUSSSTUECK	Connecting piece
07500160a1	Cable connector, Injector	Connector
X00043177	PLEUELSTANGE	Conrod
W1063	Overhaul cylinder heads. Visually inspect piston crowns and wear pattern on cylinder liner running surfaces.	Conrod bearing
20300173a	Coolant filter	Coolant filter
X00039295	KURBELWELLE	Crankshaft
X00039437	KURBELWELLE	Crankshaft
X59603100001	KURBELWELLE	Crankshaft
W1055	Overhaul cylinder heads, visually inspect piston crowns and running pattern of cylinder liners (→Workshop Manual)	Cylinder head
W1038	Overhaul exhaust turbocharger (→Workshop Manual)	Exhaust turbocharger
W3000	Completely disassemble the engine. Inspect engine components as per Maintenance Manual instructions and repair or fit new components as required.	Extended component maintenance
07500211a	Screw, Adapter (3)	Fastener
08300126a	Easy-change filter	Filter
X52608300013	FILTERKOPF FUER KRAFTSTOFF	Filter head
5280310745	FLANSCH FUER ABTRIEB KGS	Flange
40477	Assembly paste (Optimoly Paste White T)	Fluid
X00029933	Grease (Kluthe Hakuform 30-10/Emulgier)	Fluid
W1051	Overhaul fuel delivery pump (→Workshop Manual)	Fuel delivery pump
X00010945	KST-FOERDERPUMPE	Fuel delivery pump
W1001	Fuel filter or new fuel filter insert	Fuel filter
WM00086	Easy-change fuel filter	Fuel filter
W1006	Fuel injectors	Fuel injectors
X00035929	KST-RUECKLAUFLEITUNG	Fuel return line
X00040965	KST-RUECKLAUFLEITUNG	Fuel return line
01200210a	Gasket	Gasket
04000047a	Sealing ring, Injector	Gasket
07500220a	O-rings (2) and damping ring (3), Injector	Gasket
08300029b	Gasket	Gasket
5501871280	GASKET	Gasket
5240500705	ZWISCHENRAD	Gear
5240521002	ZWISCHENRAD	Gear
700327022000	TUELLE	Grommet
F30027340	Ratchet adapter	Hand tool
304017008079	SECHSKANTSCHRAUBE	Hex bolt
304017008088	SECHSKANTSCHRAUBE	Hex bolt
304017008014	SECHSKANTMUTTER	Hex nut
20200220a	Disconnect pump and hose.	Hose
X00040962	TUBE FUEL LINE 922.675 16V4000	Hose
X00034289	SCHWG-DAEM-GEHAEUSE	Housing
07600211a	Injector	Injector
507015174	Injectors Y39.1 to Y39.8, engine side A (underneath the cylinder head covers of the cylinders)	Injector
F30378403	Injector installation jig	Jig
F6555197	Lever for force-in lever	Lever
F6557952	Force-in lever for injector installation	Lever
735080018204	RUECKSCHLAGVENTIL	Non return valve
700429037000	O-RING	O-ring
700429048000	O-RING	O-ring
735221029000	O-RING	O ring
W1008	Engine oil filter	Oil filter
WM00067	Oil filter element	Oil filter
0.04	PM	Service part / kit
0.37	CO	Service part / kit
000912008115	M 8 X 16 DIN912 SCREW PC	Service part / kit
000912018008	M 18 X180 DIN912 SCREW PC	Service part / kit
007349008002	SCHEIBE	Service part / kit
0135315483	Connector pliers	Service part / kit
1020FDL1106	Generator Model	Service part / kit
1020FDM1182	Generator Model	Service part / kit
1020FDS1124	Generator Model	Service part / kit
1030FDH1254	Generator Model	Service part / kit
1030FDL1110	Generator Model	Service part / kit
10311583	Colt Hayes	Service part / kit
20300174a	Sealing ring	Service part / kit
217.3	Heat Radiated to Ambient	Service part / kit
28149	Dry Weight	Service part / kit
5.95	NOx + NMHC	Service part / kit
5240110111	CRANKSHAFT BRG CAP PC	Service part / kit
5240110172	NUT PC	Service part / kit
5240110440	STRIP PC	Service part / kit
5240110570	STUD PC	Service part / kit
5240510110	CAMSHAFT BEARING SIZE 0-0 M PC	Service part / kit
5249970020	COVER PC	Service part / kit
60.6	Fan Power	Service part / kit
700425000161	PLATE PC	Service part / kit
700425000169	PLATE	Service part / kit
700425000170	PLATE	Service part / kit
700521018201	18.2 MMN521 WASHER PC	Service part / kit
95.4	Displacement	Service part / kit
97.5	Sound Level	Service part / kit
A001061/	MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specification	Service part / kit
F30047446	Torque wrench, 60-320 Nm	Service part / kit
F30510423	Torque wrench, 10-60 Nm	Service part / kit
F6555766	Barring tool	Service part / kit
M015565/01E	Air Filter	Service part / kit
M015565/02E	Cooling system (LT circuit)	Service part / kit
MTU-015715/00E	Special tools	Service part / kit
MTU-06-08	Safety instructions	Service part / kit
X00007644	CRANKCASE COVER PC	Service part / kit
X00023912	IDENTIFICATION PLATE SELF-ADHESIVE PC	Service part / kit
X00027830	CYLINDER LINER SIZE 0 NN PC	Service part / kit
X00028699	CRANKCASE X00028699	Service part / kit
X00028720	CRANKCASE FOR 20V PC	Service part / kit
X00030264	CRANKCASE X00030264	Service part / kit
X00032068	KRAFTSTOFFLEITUNG	Service part / kit
XS528010.00008	INSPECT PORT COVER FOR OIL DIPSTICK XS528010.00008	Service part / kit
700325028100	ROHRKLEMMENHAELFTE	Pipe clamp half
700325028200	ROHRKLEMMENHAELFTE	Pipe clamp half
X00028069	KOLBEN	Piston
5242370435	PLATTE	Plate
000908026005	VERSCHLUSSSCHRAUBE	Plug
000908052003	VERSCHLUSSSCHRAUBE	Plug
735210014000	VERSCHLUSSSCHRAUBE	Plug
F30377769	Puller for injector removal	Puller
20300176a	Charge-air coolant pump — Relief bore check	Pump
X00040872	HALTER	Retainer
X00044448	HALTER	Retainer
000931012056	SECHSKANTSCHRAUBE	Screw
007603014102	COPPER SEALING RING	Seal
5289970045	O-RING 1657X5 O-RING PC	Seal
5550110259	SEAL LOWER LINER $4000	Seal
700429018005	18 X 4 MMN429 O-RING PC	Seal
700429020003	SEAL RING, 20 X 4	Seal
700429024000	O-RING	Seal
700429032003	SEAL RING, 32 X 4	Seal
700429083000	O-RING	Seal
700429150000	O-RING	Seal
700429290000	O-RING	Seal
915005016000	CAP, SEALING 16 N	Seal
007603026104	DICHTRING	Sealing ring
007603052101	DICHTRING	Sealing ring
50701513a	Temperature sensors for single exhaust gas B4.1 to B4.8 (engine side A)	Sensor
507015144	Temperature sensors for single exhaust gas B4.11 to B4.18 (engine side B)	Sensor
000472048000	SICHERUNGSRING	Snap ring
F30027336	Torque wrench 6-50 Nm	Special tools
F6789889	Installation/removal tool for injector	Special tools
W2005	Check engine coolant thermostat and replace thermal actuator (→Workshop Manual)	Thermostat
0015384230	Torque wrench, 0.5-5 Nm	Tool
F30452578	Slotted nut driver, 0.5-5 Nm	Tool
F30452739	Milling cutter	Tool
735186016000	VERSCHRAUBUNG	Union
915013020002	STUTZEN	Union
915001016004	MUTTER	Union nut
0001800015	DRUCKMINDERVENTIL	Valve
5241800015	DRUCKVENTIL	Valve
W1002	Check valve clearance (→Page 6 – 10)	Valve gear
5280350000	SCHWINGUNGSDAEMPFER	Vibration damper
X00022366	SCHWINGUNGSDAEMPFER OHNE NEBENABTRIEB	Vibration damper
735151010100	SCHEIBE	Washer

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 20V 4000 G83L?

The MTU 20V 4000 G83L engine has an oil capacity of 390.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the MTU 20V 4000 G83L?

The MTU 20V 4000 G83L has a displacement of 95.4 liters with 20 cylinders.

Which generators use the MTU 20V 4000 G83L engine?

The MTU 20V 4000 G83L powers 2 generator set(s), including MTU DP 2805 D6S RW, MTU DS 3315 D6S RW.