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MTU 20V Series 4000 Generator Set

The MTU 20V Series 4000 is a 2500 kW standby generator set powered by a MTU 20V 4000 engine. It is available at 1247 V. It holds about 390 L (103.0 gal) of oil and 205 L (54.2 gal) of coolant.

2500 kW
Standby
4.49 L
Displacement
390.0 L
Oil capacity
0
Document types

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Service parts for the 20V Series 4000

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required
M015565/01EAir filterfind

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

Belts

1 required
0135315483Beltsee priceAmazon

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Specifications

Standby power2500 kW
Prime power2500 kW
Oil capacity390.0 L
Voltage options1247 V

Engine

MTU 20V 4000
Oil capacity390.0 L
Coolant capacity205.0 L
Displacement4.49 L
Aspirationfour-cycle, diesel
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 20V 4000
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterM015565/01E buy
Fuel filterReplace fuel filter or fuel filter element (→Page 6 – 26)W1001 Amazon $902.95 eBay
Oil filterReplace engine oil filter when changing engine oil when the time limit (years) has been reached, at the latest (→Page 6 – 43)W1008 Amazon eBay
Battery
Belt0135315483 Amazon eBay
Coolant
Coolant filter
Hydraulic filter
Oil
Spark plug

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MTU 20V Series 4000?

The MTU 20V Series 4000 is rated 2500 kW standby.

What engine does the MTU 20V Series 4000 use?

The MTU 20V Series 4000 is powered by the MTU 20V 4000 engine.

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

The MTU 20V 4000 engine in the MTU 20V Series 4000 has an oil capacity of 390.0 liters.

What oil filter does the MTU 20V Series 4000 use?

The MTU 20V Series 4000 uses oil filter part number W1008.

Which fuel filter part number does the MTU 20V Series 4000 take?

The MTU 20V Series 4000 uses fuel filter part number W1001.

What air filter fits the MTU 20V Series 4000?

The MTU 20V Series 4000 uses air filter part number M015565/01E.

Parts

31
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
F30377769Puller for injector removal1Puller Amazon eBay
F30378403Injector installation jig1Jig Amazon eBay
F6555197Lever for force-in lever1Lever Amazon eBay
F6557952Force-in lever for injector installation1Lever Amazon eBay
F6557991Puller bracket1Bracket Amazon eBay
W1001Fuel filter or new fuel filter insertFuel filter Amazon $902.95 eBay
W1002Check valve clearance (→Page 6 – 10)Valve gear Amazon eBay
W1003Replace air filter (→Page 6 – 36)Air filter Amazon eBay
W1005Air filtersAir filter Amazon eBay
W1008Engine oil filter2Oil filter Amazon eBay
W1009Centrifugal oil filter (if fitted)Centrifugal oil filter Amazon eBay $83.68
W1011Combustion chambersCombustion chambers Amazon eBay
W1038Overhaul exhaust turbocharger (→Workshop Manual)Exhaust turbocharger Amazon eBay
W1051Overhaul fuel delivery pump (→Workshop Manual)Fuel delivery pump Amazon eBay
W1055Overhaul cylinder heads, visually inspect piston crowns and running pattern of cylinder liners (→Workshop Manual)Cylinder head Amazon eBay
W1063Overhaul cylinder heads. Visually inspect piston crowns and wear pattern on cylinder liner running surfaces.Cylinder heads Amazon eBay
W2004Fit new high-pressure sensor in fuel system.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2005Check engine coolant thermostat and replace thermal actuator (→Workshop Manual)Thermostat Amazon eBay
W2006Check engine coolant thermostat and fit new thermal actuator.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2007Check charge-air coolant thermostat and fit new thermal actuator.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2009Inspect centrifugal oil filter for wear (if fitted).Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2010Overhaul starter.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2062Fit new sealing materials for all components disassembled.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W3000Completely disassemble the engine. Inspect engine components as per Maintenance Manual instructions and repair or fit new components as required.Extended component maintenance Amazon eBay
0135315483Connector pliers1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
A001061/MTU Fluids and Lubricants SpecificationService part / kit buy
F6555766Barring tool1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
M015565/01EAir Filter1Service part / kit buy
M015715/00EService part / kit buy
MTU-015715/00ESpecial toolsService part / kit buy
MTU-06-08Safety instructionsService part / kit Amazon

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.

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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter W1001$902.95
1 priced item$902.95
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