MTU 16 V 4000 C11 User Manual

Operating Instructions
Diesel engine
12 V 4000 C10, C10R, C11, C11R
12 V 4000 C20, C20R, C21, C21R
16 V 4000 C10, C11, C11R
16 V 4000 C20, C20R, C21, C21L
MS150049/02E

MTU 16 V 4000 C11 Specifications

General

Fuel Type	Diesel
Aspiration	Turbocharged and intercooled
Engine Type	4-stroke diesel
Cooling System	Liquid-cooled
RPM Range	1500 rpm
Injection System	Common rail
Emissions Compliance	EPA Tier 2
Applications	Marine propulsion, power generation

Summary

Safety

Important Provisions

General safety information and correct use guidelines for MTU engines.

Personnel and Requirements

Guidelines for personnel qualifications and organizational measures for safe operation.

Transport Safety

Procedures and precautions for transporting engines and gensets safely.

Startup and Operation Safety

Safety requirements for engine startup, operation, and emergency stops.

Maintenance and Repair Safety

Safety precautions before, during, and after maintenance and repair activities.

Fire and Environmental Safety

Safety measures for fire prevention, environmental protection, and fluid handling.

General Information

Engine Designations

Explanation of engine side and cylinder designation conventions.

Engine Overview

Visual identification of major engine components with labels.

Sensors and Actuators

Overview of key engine sensors, actuators, and injectors.

Technical Data

Engine Data 12V 4000 Series

Detailed technical specifications for 12V 4000 engine variants.

Engine Data 16V 4000 Series

Detailed technical specifications for 16V 4000 engine variants.

Engine Data 12V 4000 C20-C21R

Detailed technical specifications for 12V 4000 C20-C21R engine variants.

Engine Data 16V 4000 C20-C21L

Detailed technical specifications for 16V 4000 C20-C21L engine variants.

Firing Order

Table listing the firing order for different engine cylinder configurations.

Engine Main Dimensions

Table showing the main dimensions (length, width, height) of engine models.

Operation

Engine Restart Procedures

Steps for restarting an engine after extended or scheduled shutdowns.

Starting and Stopping Engine

Procedures for starting and stopping the engine in manual mode.

Operational Checks

Routine checks and inspections for proper engine operation.

Plant Cleaning

Guidelines and safety precautions for cleaning engine and plant equipment.

Maintenance

Maintenance Task Reference

Table referencing maintenance tasks and their corresponding page numbers for quick access.

Troubleshooting

Engine Problems

Guide for diagnosing and resolving common engine issues by symptom.

DDEC Fault Messages

Information on interpreting DDEC fault codes and messages for engine diagnosis.

Task Description

Engine Tasks

Procedures related to engine barring, cylinder liner inspection, and component replacement.

Fuel System Maintenance

Tasks involving the fuel system, including venting and filter replacement.

Lubrication System Maintenance

Procedures for checking and changing engine oil, and oil analysis.

Cooling System Maintenance

Checks for engine and charge-air coolant circuits, including level checks and changes.

Belt Drive and Generator Maintenance

Procedures for checking drive belts, battery-charging generator, and fan drive.

Auxiliary Systems and Wiring

Checks for auxiliary PTO, compressor, and engine wiring systems.

Appendix A

Abbreviations

List of abbreviations used in the manual with their meanings.

MTU Contacts and Partners

Information on contacting MTU for support and spare parts.

Appendix B

Special Tools

List of special tools required for various tasks, with part numbers and usage.