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Cummins/Onan HQDPC Engine

The Cummins/Onan HQDPC is a 0.72 L 3-cylinder water-cooled, indirect-injection engine. It holds 2.6 L (0.7 gal) of oil.

Also known as: Cummins HQDPC

0.719 L
Displacement
3
Cylinders
2.6 L
Oil capacity

Engine specifications

Oil capacity2.6 L
Displacement0.719 L
Cylinders3
AspirationWater-Cooled, Indirect-Injection

Generator sets

No generator set in our catalog cites this exact engine designation yet; its specifications and fault codes are documented here.

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Troubleshooting

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Fault codes

CodeMeaning
Fault Code BlinkingFault Code Blinking

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this engine’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Common problems

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  • Weakness or Muscular Twitching
    Fix: Get out into fresh air immediately. Get advice from 911, poison control or a medical center. Do not enable AUTO or start Generator Mode until the exhaust system has been repaired.
  • Sleepiness or Confusion
    Fix: Get out into fresh air immediately. Get advice from 911, poison control or a medical center. Do not enable AUTO or start Generator Mode until the exhaust system has been repaired.
  • IMPROPER CHARGING CAN OVERHEAT COACH BATTERIES AND CAUSE FIRE
    Fix: Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries. Reconfigure the Hybrid Power System for proper charging if battery type and bank capacity have changed.

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Cummins/Onan HQDPC.

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Fuel filter
Oil filter
Batterycoach battery bank requirements
Belt
Coolant
Spark plug

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan HQDPC?

The Cummins/Onan HQDPC engine has an oil capacity of 2.6 liters.

What is the displacement of the Cummins/Onan HQDPC?

The Cummins/Onan HQDPC has a displacement of 0.719 liters with 3 cylinders.

What is a common problem with the Cummins/Onan HQDPC engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Cummins/Onan HQDPC is: Weakness or Muscular Twitching. Fix: Get out into fresh air immediately. Get advice from 911, poison control or a medical center. Do not enable AUTO or start Generator Mode until the exhaust system has been repaired..