5502030060 Sight Glass. Listed in MTU 396 catalog references; confirm installation and current availability before ordering.
Check 5502030060 availability: Start with 5502030060 and the quantity. Add an engine serial number or a photo of the old Sight Glass if available; we will follow up on any missing details.
5502030060 Specification
About 5502030060 - Sight Glass
Published catalog details are identification references. They do not establish current stock, supplied condition, or confirmed fitment for your engine.
5502030060 is a sight glass catalogued for MTU 396 engines. The catalog unit weight is 0.165 kg, which we use to estimate freight before quoting.
Technical Notes: Cooling system
The cooling system removes heat from the cylinder liners, cylinder heads, lube oil, and charge air. Marine MTU engines usually combine an engine coolant circuit with a seawater circuit through heat exchangers, while generator engines often use radiators. Coolant quality has a direct effect on liner cavitation and pump seal life.
When This Type of Part Is Usually Replaced
- coolant leaks from the pump weep hole indicate seal wear
- engine temperature rises under load or fluctuates, pointing to thermostats or flow problems
- seawater pump impellers show cracked or missing vanes at inspection
Checks Before Ordering
- Replace thermostats and their seals together, and check the opening temperature on the replacement
- Seawater pump impellers should be kept as onboard spares for marine engines
- Flush and refill with an approved coolant after replacing pumps or heat-exchanger parts
Engine Catalog References
5502030060 is listed for 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12V 396 TC54 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TC64 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE64 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE74 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE74L | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE84 | 12 | V | — | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE94 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TB94 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
How Each Model Code Reads
- 12V 396 TC54: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TC, application group 5 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TC64: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TC, application group 6 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TE64: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 6 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TE74: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 7 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TE74L: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 7 (marine), build 4, increased rating (L)
- 12V 396 TE84: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 8, build 4
- 12V 396 TE94: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 9 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TB94: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 9 (marine), build 4
Full parts list for this model family: MTU 12V 396 TB94 to TE94 Parts List
Engine-series references do not confirm every installation. Final fitment of 5502030060 depends on the full engine serial number and assembly position.
Common Replacement Scenarios
This part is commonly replaced when:
- coolant temperature is high, seawater flow is weak, or pump wear is visible
- pump, impeller, flange, or cooler parts are needed for scheduled maintenance
- marine and generator installations require the correct cooling-system variant
Cross-Reference and Superseded Part Numbers
5502030060 has no public alternative number listed in our current data. We still check old-part photos, engine serial number, and catalog position for supersession before quotation.
Common Applications
- Marine cooling systems
- Industrial radiator systems
- Generator cooling
Information to Send for Quotation
- Exact part number: 5502030060
- Part name or assembly position: Sight Glass
- Engine model / series: MTU 396
- 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 5502030060, 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.
5502030060 FAQ
Does 5502030060 fit MTU 396?
5502030060 Sight Glass is checked against MTU 396. Final fitment depends on the engine serial number, rating, and installation position.
What information is needed to quote 5502030060?
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 5502030060?
5502030060 is checked for supersession before quote. If there is a newer or reman route, we confirm it with the engine serial number and old-part photo.
When is 5502030060 usually replaced?
coolant temperature is high, seawater flow is weak, or pump wear is visible; pump, impeller, flange, or cooler parts are needed for scheduled maintenance; marine and generator installations require the correct cooling-system variant.
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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