5240780824 Fuel Rail Rear Connector. Listed in MTU 4000 catalog references; confirm installation and current availability before ordering.
Check 5240780824 availability: Start with 5240780824 and the quantity. Add an engine serial number or a photo of the old Fuel Rail Rear Connector if available; we will follow up on any missing details.
5240780824 Specification
About 5240780824 - Fuel Rail Rear Connector
Published catalog details are identification references. They do not establish current stock, supplied condition, or confirmed fitment for your engine.
5240780824 is a fuel rail rear connector catalogued for MTU 4000 engines. It is the later number for 5240780624, so lists quoting that number are normally supplied as 5240780824. The catalog unit weight is 0.340 kg, which we use to estimate freight before quoting.
Technical Notes: Fuel system
The fuel system meters and delivers fuel at the pressure and timing the combustion process needs. Small wear in injectors, pumps, or valves shows up as higher fuel consumption, smoke, uneven cylinder temperatures, or rough running long before a complete failure.
Series 4000 engines use common-rail fuel injection, with high rail pressures and injectors that are sensitive to fuel cleanliness. Fuel filtration and high-pressure line condition deserve particular attention.
When This Type of Part Is Usually Replaced
- exhaust temperatures differ noticeably between cylinders
- black smoke, hard starting, or knocking points to injection problems
- fuel leaks appear at high-pressure lines, unions, or pump seals
Checks Before Ordering
- Check the maintenance documentation on reusing high-pressure lines; deformed sealing cones on refitted lines are a common leak source
- Injectors should be ordered with the correct seals and copper rings for the cylinder head
- Exchange (EX-prefixed) injectors and pumps are a practical option when new units have long lead times
Engine Catalog References
5240780824 is listed for 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8V 4000 M63 | 8 | V | marine | subgroup 6, build 3 |
| 16V 4000 M53R | 16 | V | marine | subgroup 5, build 3 |
| 12V 4000 M64 | 12 | V | marine | subgroup 6, build 4 |
| 12V 4000 M65R | 12 | V | marine | subgroup 6, build 5 |
| 16V 4000 M54 | 16 | V | marine | subgroup 5, build 4 |
| 16V 4000 M65R | 16 | V | marine | subgroup 6, build 5 |
| 20V 4000 M65L | 20 | V | marine | subgroup 6, build 5 |
| 20V 4000 M73 | 20 | V | marine | subgroup 7, build 3 |
| 16V 4000 M93L | 16 | V | marine | subgroup 9, build 3 |
| 20V 4000 M73L | 20 | V | marine | subgroup 7, build 3 |
| 20V 4000 M93 | 20 | V | marine | subgroup 9, build 3 |
How Each Model Code Reads
- 8V 4000 M63: 8 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 6, build generation 3
- 16V 4000 M53R: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 5, build generation 3, rating variant R
- 12V 4000 M64: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 6, build generation 4
- 12V 4000 M65R: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 6, build generation 5, rating variant R
- 16V 4000 M54: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 5, build generation 4
- 16V 4000 M65R: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 6, build generation 5, rating variant R
- 20V 4000 M65L: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 6, build generation 5, increased rating (L)
- 20V 4000 M73: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 7, build generation 3
- 16V 4000 M93L: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 9, build generation 3, increased rating (L)
- 20V 4000 M73L: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 7, build generation 3, increased rating (L)
- 20V 4000 M93: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 4000, marine application (M), subgroup 9, build generation 3
Full parts list for these engines: MTU 8V 4000 M63 Parts List, MTU 4000 M53R to M93L Parts List
Engine-series references do not confirm every installation. Final fitment of 5240780824 depends on the full engine serial number and assembly position.
Common Replacement Scenarios
This part is commonly replaced when:
- fuel pressure is unstable, injector balance is poor, or the engine shows hard-start symptoms
- the old part number is superseded and the correct replacement route needs confirmation
- fleet operators need a verified spare before scheduled engine service
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 |
|---|---|
| 5240780624 | Listed earlier number |
Common Applications
- Marine engines
- Power generation
- Fleet maintenance
- Marine diesel engines
- Power generation sets
- Rail traction engines
- Industrial equipment
Information to Send for Quotation
- Exact part number: 5240780824
- Part name or assembly position: Fuel Rail Rear Connector
- Engine model / series: MTU 4000
- 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 5240780824, 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.
5240780824 FAQ
Does 5240780824 fit MTU 4000?
5240780824 Fuel Rail Rear Connector is checked against MTU 4000. Final fitment depends on the engine serial number, rating, and installation position.
What information is needed to quote 5240780824?
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 5240780824?
5240780824 may relate to 5240780624. Final replacement status is checked against the engine serial number before quote.
When is 5240780824 usually replaced?
fuel pressure is unstable, injector balance is poor, or the engine shows hard-start symptoms; the old part number is superseded and the correct replacement route needs confirmation; fleet operators need a verified spare before scheduled engine service.
Is 5240780624 replaced by 5240780824?
Catalog history lists 5240780824 as the later number for 5240780624. Orders quoting that number are normally supplied as 5240780824; we confirm the change against the engine serial number, because a later number can come with related changes to mating parts.
Verification Notes
- Verify rear rail configuration.
- Send complete fuel-system list for consolidated quotation.
- Priority item: part number, supersession, and export packing details are checked before quote.
- For 5240780824, confirm engine model, serial number, required quantity, and destination before ordering.
- If 5240780824 markings or replacement status are unclear, send old-part photos or nameplate details.
- Also catalogued as: Conn Fuel Rail Rear.
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