MTU 8V 2000 C / 8V 2000 G — Installing fuel injection pump
Installation · Fuel system – high pressure
For the MTU 8V 2000 C / 8V 2000 G, from the MTU service manual.
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Before you start
- If a new injection pump is installed, coding must be entered into the engine control system
- A firmly-seated injection pump must not be pressed out at the solenoid valve
Procedure
- Coat both O-rings with petroleum jelly and fit on pump.
- Coat roller of injection pump with engine oil.
- Check sealing surfaces and fuel bores in crankcase are clean.
- Bar engine to set pump cams of camshaft to base circle.
- Press pump into crankcase against spring power (approx. 4 mm).
- Insert both double-hex screws and tighten to specified torque.
- Attach plug-in clip of wiring to solenoid valve and tighten.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Double-hex screws 60 Nm + 12 Nm
- Plug-in clip screws 1 Nm ± 0.2 Nm
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.