Engine Type:
Inline six-cylinder, four-stroke diesel, air-cooled with oil cooler
Production Years Covered:
1990s–2000s 1013-series production range
Model Variant:
BF6M 1013 E (turbocharged, charge-air-cooled industrial engine)
Emission Standard:
N/A - varies by build year and market; confirm engine serial plate
Target Audience:
Equipment owners, fleet technicians, and DIY mechanics servicing Deutz 1013-series industrial diesels
Primary Applications:
Construction machinery, agricultural equipment, generator sets, and other industrial power units
Manual Purpose:
Factory-level service, repair, and overhaul guidance for the BF6M 1013 E
Cooling System:
Air-cooled with separate oil cooler; no liquid coolant circuit
Fuel System:
Mechanical in-line fuel injection pump with governed rack control
Serviceability:
Individual cylinder heads and cylinders allow component-level repair without full teardown
Parts Availability:
Deutz 1013-series wear and overhaul parts remain widely available
Manual Type:
Factory service and repair manual
Coverage Areas:
Engine mechanical, fuel system, lubrication, cooling, electrical, and overhaul procedures
Delivery:
Instant download
Audience:
Professional technicians and experienced DIY owners
Searchability:
Text-based PDF with bookmarks and navigation
Page Count:
N/A - not specified in the supplied description
General Engine Description:
Cylinder arrangement, firing order, and major component identification
Cylinder Heads:
Removal, inspection, valve guide and seat service, and reassembly
Cylinder Liners and Pistons:
Measurement, wear limits, ring fitting, and replacement procedures
Crankshaft and Bearings:
Main and connecting rod bearing inspection, clearance measurement, and end-float checks
Camshaft and Valve Train:
Camshaft removal, timing mark alignment, and valve clearance adjustment procedures
Fuel Injection Pump:
Removal, installation, timing, and linkage adjustment procedures
Injectors:
Testing, nozzle replacement, and setting procedures
Fuel Supply:
Fuel lines, filters, feed pump, and low-pressure circuit service
Air Intake:
Air cleaner, intake piping, and turbocharger service
Turbocharger:
Removal, inspection, boost control, and installation
Lubrication System:
Oil pump, oil cooler, oil filter base, and pressure regulation
Cooling System:
Air-cooling fan, blower, cooling-air ducts, and oil-to-air heat exchange service
Belt and Fan Drive:
Belt inspection, tensioning, and drive component replacement
Charging System:
Alternator removal, testing, and installation
Starting System:
Starter motor service and starting circuit checks
Sensors and Senders:
Oil pressure, temperature, and speed sender testing
Disassembly and Reassembly:
Step-by-step engine removal from the machine frame and reinstallation
Tightening Torques:
Fastener torque values for major engine assemblies
Troubleshooting:
Symptom-based diagnostic charts for starting, running, and performance faults
Wiring Diagrams:
Engine electrical schematics and connector references
Parts Information:
Component group identification and part-number references where applicable
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Configuration:
Inline six-cylinder, four-stroke diesel, air-cooled
Displacement:
N/A - confirm displacement from engine serial plate for the exact build
Bore and Stroke:
N/A - confirm against the serial-specific data page
Aspiration:
Turbocharged with charge-air cooling
Performance and Fuel System
Rated Output:
N/A - varies by build year and application rating
Rated Speed:
N/A - varies by application rating
Fuel System:
Mechanical in-line fuel injection pump with nozzle-and-holder injectors
Governor:
Mechanical, application-specific speed and full-load governing
Valve Clearance:
Adjust cold or hot per the specification table in the manual; intake and exhaust set separately
Standard Transmission:
N/A - engine manual; transmission is supplied by the equipment manufacturer
Optional Transmission:
N/A - not applicable to this engine service manual
Flywheel and Housing:
Flywheel, flywheel housing, and coupling-to-transmission details covered for engine-side interfaces
Features:
Engine-mounted components and drive-plate hardware addressed for removal and installation
Wheelbase:
N/A - not applicable to an engine
Length:
N/A - varies with installed accessory package; dimension given in the manual's engine data section
Width:
N/A - varies with installed accessory package
Height:
N/A - varies with installed accessory package
Curb Weight:
N/A - dry engine mass varies by build and accessories; confirm on the engine data sheet
Weight Note:
Use lifting equipment rated for the actual dressed engine weight before removal
Crash Test Information:
N/A - not applicable to an industrial engine
Rating Note:
N/A - no vehicle occupant safety rating applies
Active Protection:
Oil pressure and temperature monitoring senders used by machine control systems
Passive Protection:
Guards, shields, and covers over rotating and high-temperature components
Service Safety:
Bleed fuel system pressure and disconnect power before component removal
Handling:
Support the engine on rated stands and use the correct lifting eyes
Oil and Filter Change:
Per the interval in the manual; typical for this class is on an engine-hour schedule
Fuel Filter Change:
At scheduled service intervals or at the first sign of power loss and hard starting
Air Cleaner Service:
Inspect and clean or replace per the maintenance chart in the manual
Valve Clearance Check:
At the interval listed in the service schedule
Injection Timing Check:
At major service intervals or after pump or drive work
Engine Oil:
Use the viscosity and API/ACEA grade given in the manual for the ambient temperature range
Cooling:
Air-cooled; no coolant required, oil-to-air cooler used instead
Fuel:
Diesel meeting the cetane and sulfur specification stated in the manual
Cylinder Head and Gasket:
Inspect for leaks and valve sealing at overhaul
Injectors:
Wear affects balance and smoke; test and reset as needed
Turbocharger:
Check boost, oil feed, and shaft play at service
Cooling Blower and Belts:
Belt wear and blower drive condition are common service items
Manufacturer:
Deutz AG (KHD), Cologne, Germany
Engine Family:
1013-series air-cooled and oil-cooled industrial diesel
Reputation:
Known for robust air-cooled construction and long service life in harsh environments
Model Position:
BF6M 1013 E is the six-cylinder turbocharged charge-air-cooled member of the 1013 family
Production Location:
Manufactured in Germany, with engines also built at Deutz facilities in other regions
Application Spread:
Used across construction, agricultural, and stationary power equipment worldwide