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Deutz BF6L513R, BF6L513RC 1988 Workshop Manual

If you are tearing down a Deutz BF6L513R, BF6L513RC 1988 Workshop Manual engine and you don’t have this 258-page supplement on your bench, you are working blind. I’ve seen guys waste an afternoon guessing injection timing because they used an aftermarket reprint. That’s not how you treat an air-cooled diesel that needs to run at 2500 rpm under load. This factory manual from KHD Deutz is the real deal – original German engineering documentation translated into English, French, Spanish. It’s not a Chilton or a Haynes. It is the OEM document dated 05/1988, printed material number 291 1941.

Technical Data: What the 258 Pages Cover

The manual opens with Technische Daten – technical data. That section gives you the compression pressure, firing order, valve clearances cold, and injection pump settings. If you need the charge pressure for the turbo, page references are there. Page numbers are not spammed here, but you will find them. The data is laid out for the BF6L513R and the BF6L513RC – the RC has a different turbo arrangement and oil cooler lines. The manual distinguishes them clearly.

Injections, Tests, Checking, Adjusting – Why It Matters

Under “Prüfung und Einstellung” (Injections, Tests, Checking, Adjusting) you get the factory procedure for setting injection timing on the inline pump. This is not a generic “align marks” instruction. Deutz specifies a timing window with a dial indicator and a stop pin. The manual tells you the exact static timing angle and the dynamic advance curve. If you skip steps, you get white smoke and a loss of power. I’ve had to re-time engines where someone used a non-OEM manual and advanced the pump one tooth too far. Cost them a head gasket. Use the factory process from this supplement.

Do not deviate.

Dismantling and Reassembling the Complete Engine

Section “Demontage und Montage, Motor komplett” covers pulling the engine, splitting the crankcase, and reassembling with the correct bolt tightening sequence. The torque values for main bearing bolts and connecting rod bolts are listed with the tightening angle method. Remember: Deutz specifies 150 Nm plus 90 degrees for some bolts. You need that spec. Aftermarket manuals often omit the angle. This one includes it. The 258 pages also cover the cylinder head removal and installation, including valve seat reaming specs if you are doing a valve job. If you are separating the engine from the transmission, you’ll need the Manual Transmission specifications for clutch alignment.

Exhaust Turbocharger Section – Factory Procedure

The “Abgasturbolader” chapter is for the turbocharger – removal, inspection, and balancing. The BF6L513RC with its wastegate-controlled turbo requires specific boost pressure settings. The manual gives the wastegate opening pressure and the preload dimension for the actuator rod. If you are rebuilding the turbo, the clearances for the turbine shaft are listed in microns. Do not rely on a generic turbo rebuild kit spec. Get the factory numbers. The flywheel housing bolt pattern is covered, but for gearbox side, refer to Manual Transmission.

Deutz BF6L513R, BF6L513RC 1988 Workshop Manual: Special Tools and Torque Specs

At the back, “Spezialwerkzeug” lists all the KHD special tools needed – injector puller, valve spring compressor, flywheel holder. You can cross-reference those with aftermarket equivalents, but at least you know what profile you need. The manual uses metric hardware throughout. If you are working in an imperial shop, convert using the tables provided. The torque spec for the cylinder head is critical. Page references inside the text will guide you. For related engines, check the Deutz BF6M 1015 CP 2003 Workshop Manual – 660 Pages Factory Specs if you are moving to a newer platform. For older models, Deutz 912 B/FL911 W/913 C 1991 Workshop Manual – OEM Specs is a solid companion. And if you are into the 2011 series, DEUTZ D/TD/TCD 2011 w Workshop Manual covers those.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this manual cover both BF6L513R and BF6L513RC?

Yes, it covers both. The supplement specifically lists BF6L513 R/RC on the title page. Differences between the two are noted in the turbocharger and injection sections.

What year was this manual published?

1988. It is a supplement to the base B/FL 413 workshop manual. The date of issue is 05/1988.

Are the torque specs in the manual given in both metric and imperial?

Metric only (Nm). But conversion tables are included. If you need to match your inch-pound torque wrench, do the math.

Can I use this manual on a Deutz BF6L413 engine?

Not directly. This is a supplement specifically for the 513 series. The base manual (B/FL 413 R/FR/FRW) is required for procedures not covered here. However, many general engine specs like crankshaft end play are similar. For the 413, you need the original 413 manual. This 513 supplement adds the changes – different bore, stroke, injection pump, and turbo. Using it alone on a 413 could lead to using wrong piston protrusion values. Stick to the correct manual for each engine family.

Working on a Deutz air-cooled diesel without the factory source is a gamble. This 258-page supplement gives you the exact data KHD released in 1988. Injection timing, valve adjustment, turbo calibration – it’s all there. Don’t trust a third-party scan or a copy from a forum. Get the original. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and keep it in your toolbox. Your engine will thank you at the next cold start.