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MTU 8V 2000 C / 8V 2000 G — Pressure testing fuel system

Testing & diagnosis · Fuel system – low pressure

For the MTU 8V 2000 C / 8V 2000 G, from the MTU service manual.

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Before you start

  • Only use hydraulic pressure testing device specified by the manufacturer
  • Test pressure must not be exceeded; wear protective clothing, gloves and goggles

Procedure

  1. Seal adapter on distributor housing.
  2. Connect compressed air supply line of hydraulic testing device to fuel delivery pump.
  3. Hydraulically pressure test fuel system with compressed air.
  4. Check for leakages.
  5. If max. leak-off rate is exceeded, determine cause and rectify.

Tools required

  • Hydraulic pressure testing device specified by manufacturer Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Filling pressure 0.6895 bar (10 psi)
  • Filling time 75 s
  • Max. leak-off rate 20 cm³/min
  • Test time 75 s

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.

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