MTU 16V 2000 C — Conrod – Assembly
Repair & overhaul
For the MTU 16V 2000 C, from the MTU service manual.
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Before you start
- Do not recut threads.
Procedure
- Blow off separation planes on conrod and cap.
- Wipe bearing shell contact surfaces with chamois leather.
- Clamp conrod with separation planes horizontal.
- Insert upper conrod bearing in conrod.
- Align conrod bearing shell with assembly jig.
- Press conrod bearing cap onto conrod by hand.
- Coat threads and mating faces of screws with engine oil.
- Tighten conrod bearing screws to specified torque.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Conrod screw pretightening 100 Nm + 15 Nm, then 90° + 10°
Source: MTU service 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.