MTU — Cylinder head cover – Remove and install

Maintenance

From a MTU operator's manual covering: 20 V 4000 G23, 20 V 4000 G43, 20 V 4000 G63, 20 V 4000 G83, 20V 4000 G63L, 20V 4000 G83L. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: MTU 20 V 4000 G83, MTU 20 V 4000 G23 engine, MTU 20 V 4000 G43 engine, MTU 20 V 4000 G63 engine, MTU 20V 4000 G63L engine, MTU 20V 4000 G83 engine, MTU 20V 4000 G83L engine

Procedure

1. Clean very dirty covers prior to removal.
2. Remove screws.
3. Remove cover with gasket.
4. Clean mating faces.
5. Check gasket, replace if necessary.
6. Place gasket and cover on cylinder head.
7. Install screws and tighten to 42 Nm.
8. Use new gasket when installing.

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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