MTU 16V2000S96 - Operation; Putting the engine into operation after extended out-of-service periods (>3 months)

3 Operation
3.1 Putting the engine into operation after extended out-of-service
periods (>3 months)
Preconditions
☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available.
Putting into operation after long out-of-service periods (>3 months)
Item Action
Engine Depreserve (→ Preservation and Represervation Specifications (A001070/
…)).
Lube oil system Check engine oil level (→ Page 102).
Fuel system Connect appropriate equipment to fuel supply line to fill the system.
Fuel system Vent (→ Page 89).
Coolant circuit If engine is out of service for more than one year, change engine coolant
(→ Page 113). Change charge-air coolant (→ Page 122).
Coolant circuit Check engine coolant level (→ Page 112); Check charge-air coolant level
(→ Page 121).
Coolant circuit Preheat engine coolant with coolant preheating unit (if fitted).
Engine governor Check plug-in connections (→ Page 137).
Engine control sstem Switch on.
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