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MTU — Installing cylinder liner

Installation

From a MTU service manual covering: 12V2000, 12V2000M60, 12V2000M70, 12V2000M80, 12V2000M90, 12V2000M91, 16V2000, 16V2000M60, 16V2000M70, 16V2000M80, 16V2000M90, 16V2000M91. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: MTU 16V2000

Procedure

  1. Coat new sealing rings with petroleum jelly and insert into crankcase grooves.
  2. Fit new Tombak ring on cylinder liner collar seat in crankcase.
  3. Check cylinder liner repair stage and assign according to crankcase data sheet.
  4. Lightly coat cylinder liner lower fit and chamfer with petroleum jelly.
  5. Insert cylinder liner in same installation position according to markings.
  6. Screw studs into threaded bores for cylinder head screws.
  7. Fit pressure plate, support and spindle; press liner in by turning nut.
  8. Remove installation tool and studs; measure cylinder liner ID.

Tools required

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

Full service-parts list: MTU 16V2000 →

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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