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MTU 12V 1600 R50 — Engine coolant - Level check

Maintenance · Coolant circuit

For the MTU 12V 1600 R50, from the MTU operator's manual.

Applies to: MTU 12V1600R50 engine

Before you start

  • Coolant is hot and under pressure; risk of injury and scalding

Procedure

  1. Turn breather valve counterclockwise to first stop; allow pressure to escape.
  2. Continue to turn breather valve counterclockwise and remove.
  3. Coolant must be visible at lower edge of cast-in eye or marking plate.
  4. Top up with treated coolant as necessary.
  5. Check breather valve and clean if necessary.
  6. Place breather valve on filler neck and close.

Specs & values

  • Coolant visible at lower edge of cast-in eye or marking plate

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.

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