7.16.6 Engine coolant – Sample extraction and analysis
Preconditions
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MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available.
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Part No.
Qty.
MTU test kit
5605892099/00
1
DANGER
Rotating and moving engine parts.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Only run the engine at low power. Keep away from the engine's danger zone.
WARNING
Coolant is hot and under pressure.
Risk of injury and scalding!
• Let the engine cool down.
• Wear protective clothing, gloves, and goggles / safety mask.
WARNING
High level of engine noise when the engine is running.
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Engine coolant – Sample extrac-
tion and analysis
1.
Open drain valve on engine coolant pump el-
bow with the engine running.
2.
Flush sample-extraction point by draining ap-
prox. 1 liter engine coolant.
3.
Drain approx. 1 liter engine oil into a clean
container.
4.
Tighten shut-off cock (arrow) with torque wrench to the specified tightening torque.
Name
Size
Type
Lubricant
Value/Standard
Spindle
11 A/F
Tightening torque
12 Nm
5.
Using the equipment and chemicals of the MTU test kit, examine engine coolant for:
• Antifreeze concentration
• Amount of corrosion protection oil
• pH value
6.
Change intervals for engine coolant (→ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications).
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