4.2 Preparation for startup after extended out-of-service periods
(>3 months)
Preconditions
β Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
β MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001063/..) are available.
Startup after long out-of-service periods (>3 months)
Item Action
Engine Depreserve (β MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications A001063/..).
Lube oil system Check engine oil level (β Page 46).
Fuel system Vent (β Page 41).
Coolant circuit If engine is out of service for more than one year, change engine coolant
(β Page 50).
Change charge-air coolant (β Page 57).
Coolant circuit Check engine coolant level (β Page 49);
Check charge-air coolant level (β Page 56).
Coolant circuit Preheat engine coolant with coolant preheating unit (if fitted).
Engine governor Check plug-in connections (β Page 64).
Engine control system Switch on.
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