MTU 12V2000M72 User Manual

Operating Instructions
Diesel engine
12V2000M72
16V2000M72
M015650/06E

MTU 12V2000M72 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Diesel
Configuration	V12
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel Consumption at Rated Power	Approximately 198 g/kWh
Application	Marine

Summary

Operating Instructions

Safety

Important Provisions for All Products

Key safety aspects including incorrect use, personnel qualifications, and modifications.

Correct Use of All Products

Defines intended use, operating parameters, and compliance with safety regulations.

Personnel and Organizational Requirements

Specifies qualifications, training, and protective equipment for personnel.

Initial Start-up and Operation Safety Regulations

Safety guidelines for initial start-up, operation, and emergency stop procedures.

Assembly, Maintenance, and Repair Work Safety Regulations

Safety precautions for assembly, maintenance, repair, and handling of tools.

Fire and Environmental Protection, Fluids and Lubricants

Covers fire prevention, environmental protection, and safe handling of fluids and lubricants.

Transport

Technical Data

12V2000M72 Engine Data (Engine-Mounted Heat Exchanger, EPA Stage 2)

Technical data for the 12V2000M72 engine with engine-mounted heat exchanger.

12V2000M72 Engine Data (Remote Heat Exchanger, EPA Stage 2)

Technical data for the 12V2000M72 engine with remote heat exchanger.

16V2000M72 Engine Data (Engine-Mounted Heat Exchanger, EPA Stage 2)

Technical data for the 16V2000M72 engine with engine-mounted heat exchanger.

16V2000M72 Engine Data (Remote Heat Exchanger, EPA Stage 2)

Technical data for the 16V2000M72 engine with remote heat exchanger.

Operation

Engine Operation After Extended Out-of-Service Periods (>3 Months)

Procedure for re-commissioning the engine after a long period of inactivity.

Engine Operation After Scheduled Out-of-Service Period

Steps for bringing the engine back into service after a planned maintenance period.

Checks Prior to Start-up

Essential checks to perform on the fuel treatment system before starting the engine.

Fuel Treatment System - Putting into Operation

Operational Checks

Routine checks to perform on various engine systems during operation for proper function.

Starting the Engine

Instructions and precautions for starting the engine from various control points.

Re-starting Engine After Automatic Safety Shutdown

Procedure to follow for safely re-starting the engine after it has shut down automatically.

Engine Shutdown

Guidelines for properly shutting down the engine, including cooling down procedures.

Emergency Engine Shutdown

Steps to perform an emergency shutdown of the engine and associated risks.

Maintenance

Maintenance Task Reference Table [QL1]

A table listing maintenance tasks, options, and references to detailed procedures.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic tables for common engine problems like failure to turn, not firing, or uneven firing.

Fault Messages on ECU7 Engine Governor (Series 2000 CR Marine)

Interprets fault messages from the ECU7 governor and provides corrective actions.

Fuel Treatment System Control Cabinet Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting specific issues related to the fuel treatment system's control cabinet.

Task Description

Engine Tasks

Engine Barring Manually

Engine Cranking on Starting System

Cylinder Liner Inspection

Procedures for inspecting cylinder liners using an endoscope.

Cylinder Liner Endoscopic Examination

Detailed steps for performing an endoscopic examination of the cylinder liner.

Cylinder Liner Examination Terms and Comments

Valve Clearance Check and Adjustment

Injection Valve / Injector Maintenance

Procedures for replacing and installing engine injectors.

Injector Replacement

Basic instruction to remove and install a new engine injector.

Injector Removal and Installation

Detailed steps for removing and installing engine injectors, including safety precautions.

Fuel System Procedures

Procedures related to the engine's fuel system.

Fuel System Venting

Fuel Filter Replacement

Instructions for replacing easy-change fuel filters with the engine stopped or running.

Fuel Prefilter Differential Pressure Gauge Check and Adjustment

Fuel Prefilter Filter Element Replacement

Engine Oil System Maintenance

Procedures for checking and changing the engine oil.

Engine Oil Level Check

Instructions on how to check the engine oil level using the dipstick.

Engine Oil Change

Detailed steps for draining and refilling the engine oil, including safety warnings.

Oil Filtration and Cooling Maintenance

Engine Oil Filter Replacement

Engine Coolant Level Check

How to check the engine coolant level at the filler neck or via the level sensor.

Engine Coolant Change

Engine Coolant Draining

Engine Coolant Filling

Fuel Supply System Procedures

Coalescer Filter Element Replacement

Engine Governor and Control System Accessories

Engine Control Unit Self-Test

Engine Governor ECU 7 Removal and Installation

EIM 2 Diagnostic Features