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Deutz TCD2012LO4 Engine

The Deutz TCD2012LO4 is a 4.04 L 4-cylinder liquido liquido engine. It powers generator sets from Atlas Copco, including the XAHS 146 Dd, XAHS 186 Dd, XATS 156 DD and XAVS 166 DD.

Also known as: Deutz TCD2012LO4

4.038 L
Displacement
4
Cylinders

Engine specifications

Displacement4.038 L
Cylinders4
AspirationLiquido Liquido

Common problems

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  • Working pressure rises during operation and causes safety valve to blow.
    Cause: Regulating valve incorrectly set or defective.; Air leaks in regulating system.; Unloading valve stuck.; Safety valve defective.
    Fix: Check and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.; Check hoses and their fittings. Stop leaks and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.; Check and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.; Check safety valve; consult Atlas Copco.
  • Unit does not load after pressing the loading button.
    Cause: Regulating valve defective.
    Fix: Check and if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
  • Temperatura de salida del motor alta H5
  • Starter motor does not crank engine after switching startbutton (S) to ””.
    Cause: Low battery output
    Fix: Check electrolyte level and charge battery. If no cells are shorted and battery is discharged, trace cause and correct.
  • Starter motor cranks engine when switching start button (S) to ””, but engine does not fire.
    Cause: Low battery output
    Fix: See corrective action 1.
  • Presión de aceite baja H6
  • Noticeable bearing play felt in compact bearings.
    Cause: Compact bearings
    Fix: Replace the compact bearings.
  • Insufficient engine oil pressure.
    Fix: Release button after engine oil pressure has built up above the minimum allowed level. Stop at once, consult the engine instruction manual.
  • Indicación de carga H3
  • If any bearing play is perceivable, adjust the bearings.
    Cause: Bearing play
    Fix: Adjust the bearings.
  • Hourmeter (P1) does not count running time.
    Cause: Hourmeter (P1) defective
    Fix: Replace.
  • Fuel tank contains insufficient fuel.
    Fix: Fill fuel tank.
  • Fluido refrigerante insuficiente H7
  • Excessive compressor oil consumption. Oil mist being discharged from air outlet valves.
    Cause: Compressor oil level too high.
    Fix: Check oil level. Release pressure and drain oil to correct level.
  • Engine overheating.
    Cause: Insufficient engine cooling.; Engine oil cooler clogged externally.
    Fix: Relocate compressor.; Clean engine oil cooler. Refer to section Cleaning coolers.

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Deutz TCD2012LO4.

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Fuel filterAir filter element1500 hr
Oil filterOil filter300 hr
BatteryBattery1000 hr
BeltFan belt, V-belt1000 hr
CoolantCooling water1500 hr
OilLubricating oil500 hr
Spark plugSpark plug, Glow plug1000 hr

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Common questions

What is the displacement of the Deutz TCD2012LO4?

The Deutz TCD2012LO4 has a displacement of 4.038 liters with 4 cylinders.

Which generators use the Deutz TCD2012LO4 engine?

The Deutz TCD2012LO4 powers 4 generator set(s), including Atlas Copco XAHS 146 Dd, Atlas Copco XAHS 186 Dd, Atlas Copco XATS 156 DD, Atlas Copco XAVS 166 DD.

How often should you change the oil in the Deutz TCD2012LO4?

The Deutz TCD2012LO4 oil change interval is every 500 hours.

What is a common problem with the Deutz TCD2012LO4 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Deutz TCD2012LO4 is: Working pressure rises during operation and causes safety valve to blow.. Cause: Regulating valve incorrectly set or defective.; Air leaks in regulating system.; Unloading valve stuck.; Safety valve defective.. Fix: Check and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.; Check hoses and their fittings. Stop leaks and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.; Check and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.; Check safety valve; consult Atlas Copco..