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Yanmar 4TNE88 — Waste gate valve adjusting method

Adjustments · Turbocharger waste gate

For the Yanmar 4TNE88, from the Yanmar service manual.

Applies to: Yanmar 4TNE88, Yanmar TNE series engine

Before you start

  • Do not apply over 5 kg/cm2 to the actuator.
  • If adjustment is impossible, replace the whole turbocharger ass'y.

Procedure

  1. Set the manometer control pressure (Pc) applied to the waste gate actuator to 0 and set the dial gage to zero.
  2. Gradually open the pressure regulating valve and measure the Pc value when the actuator rod is operated by 2 mm.
  3. For hysteresis, let the rod move to 3 mm then gradually close the valve and measure pressure at 2 mm.
  4. Apply 1.2 kg/cm2 to the actuator and hold for 1 minute; the actuator is good if pressure is 1.1 kg/cm2 or more.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Pc (control pressure) 600 to 750 mmHg
  • Actuator leak test 1.2 kg/cm2 held 1 minute

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Source: Yanmar 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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