MTU 8V 2000 C / 8V 2000 G — Installing cylinder liner
Installation · Cylinder liner / crankcase
For the MTU 8V 2000 C / 8V 2000 G, from the MTU service manual.
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Before you start
- Check sealing rings are correctly positioned in crankcase and replace
- In event of slight cavitation on outer wall, install liner offset by 90°
Procedure
- Check cylinder liner repair stage and assign per crankcase data sheet.
- Coat new sealing rings with petroleum jelly and insert into crankcase grooves.
- Fit new Tombak ring on cylinder liner collar seat.
- Wipe liner at lower fit and chamfer inclination; coat with petroleum jelly.
- Insert cylinder liner in same installation position per markings.
- Insert screws of insertion tool into threaded bores for cylinder head screws.
- Fit pressure plate on liner and turn spindle clockwise.
- Remove installation tool and measure liner I.D.
Tools required
- Installation tool for cylinder liner Amazon
- Bore gauge and dial gauge Amazon
- Measuring plate and spacer tubes Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Cylinder head screws for measuring plate 50 Nm; projection difference between 4 measuring points max. 0.02 mm
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.