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Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G-G1 Engine Engine

The Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G-G1 is a 6 L 6-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. It powers generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the C50 N6.

Also known as: Cummins Inc. QSJ5.9G-G1

Part of the Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G engine family — 4 variants share parts & fitment.

6.0 L
Displacement
6
Cylinders

Engine specifications

Displacement6.0 L
Cylinders6
AspirationNaturally Aspirated

Generator sets powered by this engine

1

Common problems

8
  • Unknown Shutdown at Idle 5134
  • Field Overload (Shutdown) 2972
  • Fault Code on Secondary Source (Information that the Fueling Has Been Shifted to Secondary Source) 5365
  • Engine Combustion (Shutdown) 5669
  • Cold Start Idle Active (Event) 6518
  • - Oil pressure sensor output out of range low Code 141
  • - Engine oil pressure low (warning) Code 143
  • - Engine coolant temperature out of range low (warning) Code 144

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G-G1.

Parts cataloged across the Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G family

4
Part #DescriptionCategory
3824510Belt tension gauge, click type (v-belts‘and v-ribbed with 4 or 5 ribs)other_service
A047A982EControls GCP E-Com USB interface cableother_service
A026M166Accessory seal kitseal
B180313494Onan C50N6 March Inspectionservice_type

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Common questions

What is the displacement of the Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G-G1?

The Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G-G1 has a displacement of 6.0 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G-G1 engine?

The Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G-G1 powers 1 generator set(s), including Cummins/Onan C50 N6.

What is a common problem with the Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G-G1 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Cummins/Onan QSJ5.9G-G1 is: Unknown Shutdown at Idle.