5205304131 Travel Sensor. Listed in MTU 956, MTU 1163 catalog references; confirm installation and current availability before ordering.
Check 5205304131 availability: Start with 5205304131 and the quantity. Add an engine serial number or a photo of the old Travel Sensor if available; we will follow up on any missing details.
5205304131 Specification
About 5205304131 - Travel Sensor
Published catalog details are identification references. They do not establish current stock, supplied condition, or confirmed fitment for your engine.
5205304131 is a travel sensor catalogued for MTU 956 and MTU 1163 engines. It is the later number for 5205304131/71, 5205304031, 5205303731, so lists quoting those numbers are normally supplied as 5205304131. The catalog unit weight is 1.400 kg, which we use to estimate freight before quoting.
Technical Notes: Sensors and electrical
Pressure, temperature, speed, and level sensors feed the engine governor and safety system. A faulty sensor can trigger alarms, power reduction, or a shutdown even when the engine itself is healthy, which is why sensors are among the most frequently ordered emergency parts.
When This Type of Part Is Usually Replaced
- a sensor reading is implausible compared with a test gauge or neighbouring engines
- an alarm or shutdown is logged but the measured value is normal
- connector damage, corrosion, or broken wiring is found at the sensor
Checks Before Ordering
- Thread type, connector style, and measuring range must match; similar-looking sensors are often not interchangeable
- Newer replacement numbers may require a different connector or cable, which should be confirmed before ordering
- Check the wiring and connector before replacing the sensor itself
Engine Catalog References
5205304131 is listed for 10 engine models in the catalog references. The specification table decodes each model code from the fitment list; it does not confirm every installation.
| Model | Cylinders | Arrangement | Application | Group / build |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16V 1163 TB73L | 16 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 20V 1163 TB73 | 20 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 20V 1163 TB73L | 20 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 12V 1163 TB93 | 12 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 16V 1163 TB93 | 16 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 20V 1163 TB93 | 20 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 16V 1163 TB76 | 16 | V | marine | build 6 |
| 16V 1163 TB76L | 16 | V | marine | build 6 |
| 16V 1163 TB82 | 16 | V | — | build 2 |
| 20V 1163 TB82 | 20 | V | — | build 2 |
How Each Model Code Reads
- 16V 1163 TB73L: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 3, increased rating (L)
- 20V 1163 TB73: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 3
- 20V 1163 TB73L: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 3, increased rating (L)
- 12V 1163 TB93: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 9 (marine), build 3
- 16V 1163 TB93: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 9 (marine), build 3
- 20V 1163 TB93: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 9 (marine), build 3
- 16V 1163 TB76: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 6
- 16V 1163 TB76L: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 6, increased rating (L)
- 16V 1163 TB82: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 8, build 2
- 20V 1163 TB82: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 8, build 2
Full parts list for this model family: MTU 1163 TB73 to TB93 Parts List
Engine-series references do not confirm every installation. Final fitment of 5205304131 depends on the full engine serial number and assembly position.
Common Replacement Scenarios
This part is commonly replaced when:
- ECU alarms, unstable signal readings, or intermittent shutdown events require electrical diagnosis
- connector, voltage, signal range, and installation position must match the old part
- urgent replacement is needed to restore engine monitoring or control functions
Usually Ordered with Travel Sensor
Sensors are refitted with new sealing rings, and the wiring is checked at the same time. These MTU 956, MTU 1163 references are commonly checked in the same job; each still needs its own fitment check.
Cross-Reference and Superseded Part Numbers
Catalog history distinguishes earlier and later numbers where documented. Reference-only entries do not establish replacement direction or interchangeability. Confirm the offered number against the engine serial number and installation.
| Part number | Catalog relationship |
|---|---|
| 5205304131/71 | Listed earlier number |
| 5205304031 | Listed earlier number |
| 5205303731 | Listed earlier number |
Common Applications
- Engine monitoring systems
- Control panels
- Retrofit and upgrade projects
Information to Send for Quotation
- Exact part number: 5205304131
- Part name or assembly position: Travel Sensor
- Engine model / series: MTU 956, MTU 1163
- Engine serial number from nameplate
- Old-part photo showing number, connector, port, or size marking
- Required quantity and whether partial shipment is acceptable
- Destination country, delivery deadline, and preferred shipping method
The quotation confirms the offered part number, supply condition, price, lead time, and shipping options.
Ordering Notes
For 5205304131, send the engine model, serial number, quantity, old-part photo, and destination country. We will confirm whether the item is OEM, OEM-alternative, reman, or superseded before quotation.
5205304131 FAQ
Does 5205304131 fit MTU 956, MTU 1163?
5205304131 Travel Sensor is checked against MTU 956, MTU 1163. Final fitment depends on the engine serial number, rating, and installation position.
What information is needed to quote 5205304131?
Send the part number, engine model, engine serial number, old-part photo, quantity, destination country, and required delivery date. This lets us confirm stock route, packing, and shipping options.
Can you check alternatives or superseded numbers for 5205304131?
5205304131 may relate to 5205304131/71, 5205304031, 5205303731. Final replacement status is checked against the engine serial number before quote.
When is 5205304131 usually replaced?
ECU alarms, unstable signal readings, or intermittent shutdown events require electrical diagnosis; connector, voltage, signal range, and installation position must match the old part; urgent replacement is needed to restore engine monitoring or control functions.
Is 5205304131/71 replaced by 5205304131?
Catalog history lists 5205304131 as the later number for 5205304131/71, 5205304031, 5205303731. Orders quoting those numbers are normally supplied as 5205304131; we confirm the change against the engine serial number, because a later number can come with related changes to mating parts.
Verification Notes
- Confirm engine model, serial number, required quantity, and destination before ordering.
- Send old part photos or nameplate details when markings or replacement status are unclear.
- Priority item: part number, supersession, and export packing details are checked before quote.
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