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MTU 8V4000Mx4 - Adjusting Valve Clearance

MTU 8V4000Mx4
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Adjusting valve clearance
1. Release locknut (1).
2. Insert feeler gage (3) between valve bridge
and rocker arm.
3. Using Allen key, set adjusting screw (2) so
that the specified valve clearance is provided.
Note: Feeler gage must just pass through the gap.
4. Pull feeler gage (3) between valve bridge and
rocker arm.
5. Tighten locknut (1) to specified tightening torque while holding adjusting screw (2) firmly.
Name Size Type Lubricant Value/Standard
Locknut Tightening torque (Engine oil) 90 Nm + 9 Nm
6. Replace or loosen stiff adjusting screws and/or locknuts.
7. Check valve clearance.
Final steps
1. Remove barring gear (→ Page 172).
2. Install cylinder head cover (→ Page 179).
3. Enable engine start.
MS150109/01E 2015-11 | Task Description | 183
TIM-ID: 0000012225 - 005

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