MTU 12V 1600 R50 — Cylinder head cover - Removal and installation
Repair & overhaul
For the MTU 12V 1600 R50, from the MTU operator's manual.
Applies to: MTU 12V1600R50 engine
Before you start
- Engine is stopped and starting disabled
Procedure
- Cover engine beneath cylinder head with rags to soak up residual oil.
- Remove screws and cylinder head cover.
- Clean mating faces; check profile gasket, replace if required.
- Position cover and screws at positions 1 to 4; preload M8 screws to 10 Nm.
- Tighten screws at positions 1 to 18 to 20 Nm +2 Nm.
Tools required
- Torque wrench Amazon
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Specs & values
- Preload 10 Nm
- Tightening torque 20 Nm +2 Nm
Source: MTU operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.