Service parts for the 12V 2000 M72
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Fuel system
1 requiredPrices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Specifications
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 2078×1295×1390 mm |
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Filters for the MTU 12V2000M72
2Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:
| System | Filter | Description | Cross-references | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel / water separator | P502404 | Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On | MTU 0020920601, MTU 20920601, BALDWIN BF7987, SDMO 330510032 | KuduParts $18.00 FridayParts $20.68 |
| Fuel / water separator | P552216 | Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&Drain | NAPA 3613, BALDWIN BF1216, FURUKAWA 1257972H1, CATERPILLAR 1510240 | buy |
Maintenance & consumables
for the MTU 12V2000M72| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Replace | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Fuel filter | Replace | 8690920031 | 500 hr | Amazon eBay $29.99 NAPA $36.31 | |
| Oil filter | Part No.: F6790507 | F6790507 | 1000 hr | Amazon eBay | |
| Battery | Check | — | |||
| Belt | Replace | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Coolant | Change | — | 2500 hr | ||
| Oil | Change | F6783914 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Spark plug | Replace | — | 1000 hr |
Common questions
What engine is in the MTU 12V 2000 M72?
The MTU 12V 2000 M72 is powered by the MTU 12V2000M72 engine.
What oil filter does the MTU 12V 2000 M72 use?
The MTU 12V 2000 M72 uses oil filter part number F6790507.
What fuel filter fits the MTU 12V 2000 M72?
The MTU 12V 2000 M72 uses fuel filter part number 8690920031.
Troubleshooting
6Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Remedy |
|---|---|
| Charge-air temperature sensor B9.1 exceeded the limit value | Check the charge-air cooler coolant discharge and adjust as necessary. |
| Exhaust temperature sensor B4.21 violated the upper limit value | Check individual exhaust gas temperatures and replace the engine oil filter if necessary. |
| Differential oil pressure sensors B5.1 and B5.3 exceeded the upper limit value | Replace the engine oil filter and inspect engine wiring. |
| Lube oil temperature sensor B7.1 exceeded the limit value | Check the operation of the cooler and fan. |
| Fuel pressure sensor B34.1 at the HP fuel system experienced a pressure increase that is too low | Check fuel reserves and supply, as well as replacement of the fuel filter if necessary. |
| Pressure increase in the HP fuel system during engine start is too low | Check for leak-tightness and venting of the fuel system. During engine stop, pressure decrease is also too low. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full MTU 12V 2000 M72 troubleshooting guide (15 entries) →
Parts
4| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F6783914 | Barring tool | 1 | Barring tool | Amazon eBay |
| F6790507 | Alignment device used in Injector Removal and Installation | Injector | Amazon eBay | |
| F30453001 | Angular screw driver used in Valve clearance Check and Adjustment | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| M015650/04E | Operating Instructions | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Available documents
This page was generated from the 4 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.