The Kubota V2003 is a 2 L engine rated at 1800 rpm. It powers generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the MDKB. It holds 7.6 L (2.0 gal) of oil and 7.6 L (2.0 gal) of coolant.
Also known as: Kubota V2003
| Oil capacity | 7.6 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 7.6 L |
| Displacement | 1.999 L |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Kubota V2003.
| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Check Engine Oil Level | Check | 8 hr | ||
| Drain Water from Fuel Filter | Drain | 8 hr | ||
| Engine oil level | Check | 8 hr | Every Day/8 Hrs (Table 4-1) | |
| Exhaust system | Inspect | 8 hr | Look over entire exhaust system and listen for leaks every startup and after every eight hours of operation | |
| Fuel Filter | Drain | 8 hr | ||
| Fuel Filter Water | Drain | 8 hr | ||
| General Inspection | Check | 8 hr | Daily, 8-Hr; includes Oil Level, Coolant Level, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Battery, and Sea Water Strainer Checks. | |
| General Inspection | Inspect | 8 hr | Includes inspection of oil level, coolant level, fuel system, exhaust system, batteries and battery connections; before first start of day and after every 8 hours | |
| General Inspection (Oil Level, Coolant Level, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Battery, Sea Water Strainer) | Check | 8 hr | Every day, all models (MDKBH, MDKBJ, MDKBW, MDKB & MDKD, MDDCX) | |
| General Inspection (oil, coolant, fuel, exhaust, batteries) | Inspect | 8 hr | every day / before first start of the day | |
| Generator set | Inspect | 8 hr | General Inspection before first start of the day and after every 8 hours of operation; includes oil level, coolant level, fuel system, exhaust system, batteries and battery connections | |
| Change Engine Oil and Oil Filter - All except MDKBT & MDKBU | Change | 50 hr | First service — after first 50 hrs, then every 200 hrs/year | |
| Change Engine Oil and Oil Filter - Only MDKBT & MDKBU | Change | 50 hr | First service — after first 50 hrs, then every 200 hrs/year | |
| Engine Oil and Oil Filter (All except MDKBT & MDKBU) - after first 50 hours | Change | 50 hr | First service — Break-in oil change; also change the oil and oil filter after the first 50 hours of operation on a new or re-built engine. | |
| Engine Oil and Oil Filter (Only MDKBT & MDKBU) - after first 50 hours | Change | 50 hr | First service | |
| Engine oil and oil filter - all except MDKBT & MDKBU | Change | 50 hr | First service — After first 50 hours of operation; then per Table 4-1 | |
| Engine oil and oil filter - only MDKBT & MDKBU | Change | 50 hr | First service — After first 50 hours of operation; then per Table 4-1 | |
| Oil & Oil Filter | Change | 200 hr | 12 mo | First service — After first 50 hours |
| Battery | Check | 100 hr | 1 mo | See battery manufacturer's recommendations |
| Battery and Battery Connections | Inspect | 100 hr | 1 mo | See battery manufacturer's recommendations. |
| Check V-Belt Tension | Check | 100 hr | check for slippage, cracking and wear | |
| Engine Oil and Oil Filter (All except MDKBT & MDKBU) | Change | 100 hr | 1 mo | First service — Perform twice as often when using high sulfur fuel. |
| Fuel Filters | Drain | 100 hr | 1 mo | Every Month / 100 Hrs |
| Inspect Battery and Battery Connections | Inspect | 100 hr | monthly | |
| Siphon Break | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | Monthly, 100-Hr |
| Siphon Break | Inspect | 100 hr | 1 mo | Every Month / 100 Hrs |
| Water from Fuel Filter | Drain | 100 hr | 1 mo | Every Month/100 Hrs |
| Water in Fuel Filter | Drain | 100 hr | Every Month / 100 Hrs | |
| Zinc Anode | Inspect | 500 hr | 1 mo | Replace as recommended. |
| Zinc Anode | Replace | 500 hr | 12 mo | Monthly, 100-Hr; Model MDKAU does not have a zinc anode to replace. |
| Brushes & Slip Rings | Check | 200 hr | Yearly, 200 Hrs (MDKBH, MDKBJ, MDKBW only); must be performed by trained mechanic; not applicable to other listed models (—) | |
| Engine Oil and Oil Filter | Change | 200 hr | 12 mo | First service — Every Year/200 Hrs |
| Engine Oil and Oil Filter (Only MDKBT & MDKBU) | Change | 200 hr | 12 mo | First service — Perform twice as often when using high sulfur fuel. |
| Engine Oil and Oil Filter—All except MDKBT & MDKBU | Change | 200 hr | First service — After first 50 hrs, then every year/200 hrs | |
| Fuel Filters | Replace | 500 hr | 12 mo | Replace fuel filters if the engine lacks power. |
| Inspect Siphon Break | Inspect | 200 hr | yearly | |
| Oil/Oil Filter | Change | 200 hr | First service — Yearly, 200-Hr | |
| Engine Oil and Oil Filter—Only MDKBT & MDKBU | Change | 350 hr | First service — After first 50 hrs, then every year/350 hrs | |
| Inspect Zinc Anode | Inspect | 350 hr | yearly | |
| Replace Fuel Filters | Replace | 350 hr | yearly |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearance | V-Belt Tension Deflection | 0.4 | inch (10 mm) @ 20 lbs (10 kg) | |
| Clearance | V-belt deflection | 3/8 | inch (10 mm) at 20 lbs (10 kg) applied | |
| Clearance | V-belt deflection at 20 lbs (10 kg) | 3/8 inch (10 mm) | in (mm) | tension check at middle of pulley span |
| Clearance | V-belt deflection at middle of pulley span | 3/8 inch (10 mm) | with 20 lbs (10 kg) applied | |
| Clearance | Valve Lash (cold) - D1105/V1505/V2003M/V2403M | 0.0071-0.0087 | in (0.18-0.22 mm) | cold |
| Clearance | Valve Lash (cold) - V3300-E2B | 0.009-0.010 | in (0.23-0.27 mm) | cold |
| Compression | Compression Ratio (MDKAV/MDKAW/MDKAZ) | 22:1 | ||
| Compression | Compression Ratio (MDKBD/MDKBE/MDKBF) | 23:1 | ||
| Gap | V-belt deflection | 0.4 | inch (10 mm) | 20 pounds (10 kg) applied to middle of pulley span |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing | 12 deg BTDC | deg BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing | 13.5-15 deg BTDC | deg BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing | 14.25-15.75 deg BTDC | deg BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing | 14.75-16.25 deg BTDC | deg BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing | 15.5 - 17.5 | ° BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing | 18° – 20° | BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing - D1105 | 14.75-16.25 | ° BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing - V1505 | 14.25-15.75 | ° BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing - V2003M | 13.5-15 | ° BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing - V2403M | 13.5-15 | ° BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel Injection Timing - V3300-E2B | 12 | ° BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel injection timing | 12 | degrees BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel injection timing | 14.5 | degrees BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel injection timing | 16 | degrees BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel injection timing | 16.5 | degrees BTDC | |
| Injection timing | Fuel injection timing | 18 - 20 | degrees BTDC | timing marks line up at 19 degrees BTDC |
| Other | Battery cable gauge | 1 | AWG | total cable length 22 ft (6.7 m); approx. diameter 9.43 mm |
| Other | Battery cable gauge | 1/0 | AWG | total cable length 30 ft (9.1 m); approx. diameter 9.46 mm |
| Other | Battery cable gauge | 2 | AWG | total cable length 18 ft (5.5 m); approx. diameter 7.42 mm |
| Other | Battery cable gauge | 3 | AWG | total cable length 14 ft (4.3 m); approx. diameter 6.61 mm |
| Other | Battery cable gauge | 4 | AWG | total cable length 10 ft (3 m); approx. diameter 5.88 mm |
| Other | Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | ||
| Other | Compression Ratio | 24.3:1 | ||
| Other | Compression Ratio | 24:1 | ||
| Other | Compression ratio | 22.5:1 | ||
| Other | Compression ratio | 22:1 | ||
| Other | Compression ratio | 23:1 | ||
| Other | Firing order (clockwise rotation) | 1-2-3 | ||
| Other | Firing order (clockwise rotation) | 1-2-4-3 | ||
| Other | Firing order (clockwise rotation) | 1-3-4-2 | ||
| Other | Firing order (clockwise rotation) | 1-3-5-4-2 | ||
| Other | Fuel Injection Order (Firing Order, clockwise rotation) | 1-2 | ||
| Other | Fuel pump delivery (test) | 2/3 | liter per minute | prime test, 1 liter container |
| Other | High AC Frequency shutdown (Code 14) | 70 Hz for 40 ms, or 2% over nominal for 6 seconds | after starter engaged | |
| Other | Low AC Frequency shutdown (Code 15) | 90 | % of nominal for more than 8 seconds | during normal operation |
| Other | Maximum Angularity | 10 deg Continuous, 22.5 deg Intermittent | deg | |
| Other | Maximum angularity | 10 continuous, 22.5 intermittent | degrees | |
| Other | Maximum angularity | 10 degrees continuous, 22.5 degrees intermittent | ||
| Other | Minimum CCA rating SAE at 32 F (0 C) | 360 | amps | |
| Other | Minimum CCA rating SAE at 32 F (0 C) | 500 | amps | |
| Other | Minimum CCA rating SAE at 32 F (0 C) | 625 | amps | |
| Other | Preheat duration prior to cranking (maximum) | 15 | seconds | engine temperature dependent |
| Pressure | Cooling system pressure | 10 | psi | |
| Pressure | Cooling system pressure | 7 | psi | |
| Pressure | Cooling system pressure (pressure cap) | 10 | psi | |
| Pressure | Cooling system pressure (pressure cap) | 7 | psi | |
| Pressure | Fuel injection pressure | 1991 | psi (13.73 MPa) | |
| Pressure | Max coolant friction head | 1 psi (6.9 kPa) | psi (kPa) | |
| Pressure | Max exhaust back pressure | 3 in (76 mm) Hg | in Hg (mm Hg) | |
| Pressure | Maximum Exhaust Back Pressure | 3 | inch Hg (76 mm Hg) | |
| Pressure | Maximum coolant friction head | 1 psi (6.9 kPa) |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | 50/50 water/ethylene glycol | 2.1 L | MDKBH; also stated as 2.2 Qt | ||
| Coolant | Fleetguard ES Compleat / EG Premix antifreeze (ethylene glycol based) | Purple coloured viscous liquid; boiling point 107 C, flash point 121 C. | |||
| Coolant | Fleetguard ES Compleat and EG Premix (ethylene glycol based) | ||||
| Coolant | 50/50 ethylene glycol/water | ASTM D5345 (prediluted) or ASTM D4985 (concentrated, 40-60% quality water) | above -37°C | Protects to -34°F (-37°C) | |
| Coolant | 50/50 mixture of water and ethylene glycol | ASTM D5345 for 50/50 prediluted coolant or ASTM D4985 for concentrated coolant with 40% to 60% quality water | above -37°C | Protection from freezing down to -34 F (-37 C); use fresh low-mineral water, distilled best. Coolant capacity: 4.0 liter MDKBK/MDKBL; 5.0 liter MDKBM/MDKBN; 7.6 liter MDKBP/MDKBR/MDKBS; 13.7 liter MDKBT/MDKBU | |
| Coolant | 50/50 mixture of water and ethylene glycol antifreeze, fully formulated with rust inhibitors and coolant stabilizers | ASTM D5345 for 50/50 prediluted coolant or ASTM D4985 for concentrated coolant with 40% to 60% quality water | above -37°C | 50/50 mixture gives protection from freezing down to -34 F (-37 C); use fresh water low in minerals and corrosive chemicals (distilled best) | |
| Coolant | Ethylene glycol antifreeze, 50/50 mixture of water and ethylene glycol | ASTM D5345 for 50/50 prediluted coolant or ASTM D4985 for concentrated coolant with 40% to 60% quality water | above -37°C | Provides protection from freezing down to -34 F (-37 C). Use fresh water low in minerals; distilled water is best. Fully formulated with rust inhibitors and coolant stabilizers. | |
| Coolant | Ethylene glycol antifreeze, fully formulated with rust inhibitors and coolant stabilizers; 50/50 mixture of water and ethylene glycol | above -37°C | 2.1 liter | Protection from freezing down to -34°F (-37°C); use fresh water low in minerals, distilled best | |
| Coolant | ethylene glycol antifreeze, 50/50 mixture with water | above -37°C | Good to -34F (-37C) | ||
| Coolant | ethylene glycol antifreeze, 50/50 mixture with water for freeze protection to -34°F (-37°C) | ASTM D5345 (50/50 prediluted) or ASTM D4985 (concentrated, 40-60% quality water) | above 37°C | distilled water best | |
| Engine oil | 15W40 | 2.1 L | MDKBH; also stated as 2.2 Qt. Shipped with 15W40 engine oil. | ||
| Engine oil | API CH-4 or better, SAE 15W-40 recommended year-round | API/SAE | Synthetic motor oil not recommended | ||
| Engine oil | API Service Category CI-4 or better; SAE 15W-40 recommended year-round | API | choose viscosity per Figure 3-1 ambient chart | ||
| Engine oil | Multigrade oils such as SAE 15W-40 recommended for year-round use; choose SAE viscosity grade per ambient temperature (Figure 3-1) | API Service Category CI-4 or better | 4.0 L for MDKBK/MDKBL; 4.3 L for MDKBM/MDKBN; 7.6 L for MDKBP/MDKBR; 12 L for MDKBS; 10.4 L for MDKBT/MDKBU | ||
| Engine oil | Premium Blue E 15W40 | 2.1 L (2.2 qt) | Lubricant oil - Premium Blue E 15W40 | ||
| Engine oil | SAE 15W-40 (multi-grade recommended for year-round use) | API CF, CF-4, CG-4, CH-4 or CI-4 | Emissions-regulated areas: CF, CF-4, CG-4, CH-4 or CI-4 with low sulfur or ultra low sulfur fuel. Non-regulated areas with high sulfur fuel: CF class recommended; if CF-4/CG-4/CH-4/CI-4 used, change oil and oil filter twice as often. | ||
| Engine oil | SAE 15W-40 (multigrade recommended for year-round use); choose viscosity grade for ambient temperature (Figure 3-1) | API Service Category CI-4 or better | |||
| Engine oil | SAE 15W-40 (multigrade) recommended for year-round use | API Service Category CI-4 or better | 2.1 liter | Choose viscosity grade appropriate for ambient temperatures expected until next scheduled oil change | |
| Engine oil | SAE 15W-40 multi-grade recommended for year-round use | API Service Category CI-4 or better | 2.1 liter | Choose viscosity grade appropriate for ambient temperatures expected until the next scheduled oil change (Figure 3-1) | |
| Engine oil | SAE 15W-40 multigrade recommended; choose viscosity grade per ambient temperature (Figure 3-1) | API Service Category CI-4 or better | Lube oil capacity: 4.2 quart (4.0 liter) MDKBK/MDKBL; 4.5 quart (4.3 liter) MDKBM/MDKBN; 8 quart (7.6 liter) MDKBP/MDKBR; 12.7 quart (12 liter) MDKBS; 11 quart (10.4 liter) MDKBT/MDKBU. Add 1 quart (0.9 liter) when level falls to ADD mark. | ||
| Fuel | Gas Oil (red diesel, fuel oil, type A1 or A2) | USCG TYPE A1 or ISO 7840-A1 fuel hoses | |||
| Fuel | Grade 2-D diesel fuel | EN 590 or ASTM D975 | Use Grade 1-D diesel fuel if fuel tank is exposed to temperatures below 40 degrees F (5 degrees C); cetane number not less than 45; sulfur content not more than 0.5 percent by weight; lubricity min load level 3100 grams (ASTM D6078) or max scar diameter 0.45 mm (ASTM D6079 or ISO 12156-1) | ||
| Fuel | Grade 2-D diesel fuel (Grade 1-D if tank exposed below 40 F (5 C)) | EN 590 or ASTM D975; Cetane number not less than 45; sulfur content not more than 0.5 percent by weight | Fuel lubricity: minimum load level 3100 grams per ASTM D6078 or maximum scar diameter 0.45 mm per ASTM D6079 or ISO 12156-1 | ||
| Fuel | Grade 2-D diesel; Grade 1-D if tank exposed below 40°F (5°C); Cetane ≥45, sulfur ≤0.5% by weight | EN 590 or ASTM D975 | B5 Bio-Diesel meeting industry spec is suitable | ||
| Fuel | High quality Grade 2-D diesel fuel; use Grade 1-D below 40 F (5 C) | EN 590 or ASTM D975 | Cetane number not less than 45; sulfur not more than 0.5 percent by weight; cloud point at least 10 F (6 C) below lowest expected fuel temperature; lubricity min load 3100 grams per ASTM D6078 or max scar 0.45 mm per ASTM D6079/ISO 12156-1; ULSD and B5 bio-diesel suitable | ||
| Fuel | High quality Grade 2-D diesel fuel; use Grade 1-D if fuel tank exposed to temperatures below 40°F (5°C) | EN 590 or ASTM D975 | Cetane number not less than 45; sulfur content not more than 0.5 percent by weight; fuel lubricity min 3100 grams per ASTM D6078 or max scar diameter 0.45 mm per ASTM D6079/ISO 12156-1 | ||
| Fuel | No. 2 diesel (ASTM Grade 2-D) | ASTM | Cetane number not less than 45, sulfur content not more than 0.5% by weight | ||
| Fuel | No. 2 diesel fuel | Typical fuel consumption values are for No. 2 diesel fuel | |||
| Fuel | No. 2-D Diesel Fuel; Grade 1-D below 14 F (-10 C) | EN 590 or ASTM D975; lubricity per ASTM D6078 (min 3100 g) or ASTM D6079 / ISO 12156-1 (max 0.45 mm scar); minimum fuel cetane rating 45 (50 below -4 F (-20 C) or above 5000 ft (1500 m)) | Use Grade 2-D S500 or 2-D S15; below 14 F (-10 C) use Grade 1-D S500 or 1-D S15. US EPA non-road limit 500 ppm sulfur (2010: 15 ppm). Do not use diesel fuel with sulfur content greater than 10,000 ppm (1.0% weight). B5 Bio-Diesel meeting industry specifications and quality is suitable. | ||
| Fuel | No. 2-D diesel fuel (Grade 1-D if the fuel tank is exposed to temperatures below 40 F (5 C)) | EN 590 or ASTM D975 | Cetane number not less than 45; sulfur content not more than 0.5 percent by weight; lubricity minimum load 3100 grams per ASTM D6078 or maximum scar diameter 0.45 mm per ASTM D6079 or ISO 12156-1; ULSD meeting ASTM D975 lubricity suitable; B5 Bio-Diesel meeting industry specifications suitable |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Code | Name | Meaning | Severity | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | One blink | Shutdown due to high engine temperature | Shutdown | Open sea valve; clean sea water strainer; check coolant level and repair leaks; check/replace raw water hoses; readjust a loose pump belt (p. 4-9); replace worn raw water impeller (p. 4-10); clean heat exchanger (p. 4-12); check through-hull; drain/clean cooling system (p. 4-6); replace coolant thermostat (p. 4-8); tighten coolant sender E2 ring terminal; test/replace sender E2; check continuity Pin 9 to E2 |
| 12 | Overvoltage | Output voltage jumped to more than 125% of rated for 75 ms or more than 115% of rated for 3 s after voltage regulation enabled | Shutdown | See an authorized Onan service representative. |
| 13 | Undervoltage | Output voltage fell to less than 90% of rated for 5 seconds after voltage regulation enabled | Shutdown | Turn line breaker OFF, disconnect PTO, reduce loads; fill fuel tank; check fuel fittings and filters; replace fuel filters. |
| 14 | Overfrequency | Frequency jumped to more than 70 Hz for 40 ms or more than 2% over nominal for 6 seconds | Shutdown | Reset breaker after starting, tighten fuel fittings, prime fuel system |
| 15 | Underfrequency | Frequency fell to less than 90% of nominal for more than 8 seconds during normal operation | Shutdown | Turn breaker OFF, de-energize PTO, reduce loads; fill fuel; prime fuel system; remove air/exhaust blockages; check fuel fittings; replace fuel filters; check for contaminated fuel. |
| 17 | Overprime | Prime mode exceeded 5 minutes | Shutdown | Remove object holding control switch in prime position |
| 2 | Two blinks | Two blinks indicate shutdown due to low oil pressure. | Shutdown | Check oil level; tighten sender E1 ring terminal; check sender E1 resistance and replace if necessary; check continuity Pin 10 to E1; replace sender with a gauge and service the engine lubrication system if oil pressure is less than 14 psi (98 kPa) |
| 22 | Governor Overload | Maximum allowable time at full-duty cycle was exceeded | Shutdown | Reduce the number of appliances running at the same time; check the fuel tank and fill; remove any blockage in the combustion air inlet or exhaust system; check fuel fittings for leaks and reprime; replace the fuel filters and reprime. |
| 23 | Faulty Oil Pressure Sender | Controller sensed grounded sender | Warning | Tighten the ring terminal on sender E1; check continuity between Pin 10 and ring terminal E1-1; test sender E1 and replace as necessary; replace the genset controller |
| 24 | Faulty Temperature Sender | Controller sensed open sender | Warning | Tighten the ring terminal on sender E2; check continuity between Pin 9 and ring terminal E2-1; test sender E2 and replace as necessary; replace the genset controller |
| 27 | Loss of Voltage Sense | The genset Controller lost VAC sensing during normal voltage regulation when the field was functioning normally and frequency was at least 40 Hz | Shutdown | See an authorized Onan service representative. |
| 29 | High Battery Voltage | During startup the genset Controller sensed that battery system voltage was greater than 19.2 volts | Warning | Check battery voltage, battery connections, battery charge rate. |
| 3 | Three blinks | Three blinks indicate shutdown requiring service by trained and experienced service personnel. | Warning | See Troubleshooting in the Operator's Manual |
| 32 | Starting Fault | The genset Controller could not detect cranking speed (quadrature zero crossings) for 3 seconds | Shutdown | Have the propulsion engines running while trying to start the genset; service the battery; change to oil of proper viscosity for the ambient temperature. |
| 35 | Control Card Failure–EE | Microprocessor EEPROM error during self-test | Shutdown | Verify fault. |
| 36 | Unknown Shutdown | The genset Controller declared this fault because engine speed fell below 1000 RPM for 0.5 seconds, though not by genset or engine control action | Shutdown | Reduce the number of loads on the genset; check fuel level and refill; prime the fuel system for at least 30 seconds; check fuel fittings for leaks and reprime; replace the fuel filters and reprime. |
| 37 | Invalid Set Configuration | The genset controller is not configured properly for the genset | Warning | See an authorized Onan service representative. |
| 38 | Field Overload | High field voltage induced by high rotor temperature or low power factor loads | Shutdown | Remove generator air flow blockages; reduce appliances; have air conditioners and other appliances checked. |
| 4 | Overcrank | Shutdown due to a failure to start within the time allowed for cranking | Shutdown | Push line circuit breaker OFF; check fuel tank and fill; remove combustion air or exhaust blockages; open closed fuel valves; prime the fuel system at least 30 seconds; service the battery; check all fuel filters and fittings and reprime; replace fuel filters; change to proper oil viscosity; conduct fuel pump test; inspect glow plugs; service fuel injectors and worn engine |
| 41 | Grounded Rotor | F+ grounded | Shutdown | Verify fault. |
| 42 | Processor Failure | Microprocessor ROM error during self-test | Shutdown | Verify fault. |
| 43 | Processor Failure | Microprocessor RAM error during self-test | Shutdown | Verify fault. |
| 45 | Speed Sense Lost | Controller lost speed sense (quadrature zero crossings) for 0.25 seconds after start disconnect | Shutdown | See an authorized Onan service representative. |
| 46 | Genset Overload | The genset Controller shutdown the genset because engine load exceeded 135 percent of genset rating for 10 seconds | Shutdown | Reduce the number of loads on the genset. |
| 48 | Processor Failure | Controller unable to sense field voltage | Shutdown | Verify fault. |
| 5 | Warning—Shutdown Due to Vessel CO | Shutdown due to Vessel CO | Warning | Get everyone out into fresh air immediately and seek medical attention. |
| 57 | Overprime | A local or remote control switch was held in the Prime position for more than 5 minutes | Warning | Remove object holding switch in prime position, replace faulty control switch |
| 58 | High Exhaust Temperature | Exhaust temperature rises because of loss of water | Shutdown | Reconnect/replace raw water hoses, replace impeller |
| 59 | Low Coolant Level | The engine coolant level fell below the optional coolant level sensor | Warning | Add coolant, repair leaks |
| 61 | External Shutdown | The generator set was shut down by a fire suppression system or other external control | Shutdown | Make necessary repairs and reset the external control which shut down the genset |
| 7 | Seven blinks | Water stops flowing | Shutdown | Open the sea cock; check for and clean a blocked sea water strainer; check for kinked or leaking hoses; check/replace the raw water impeller; check the hull through-hull fitting for blockage. |
| Code No. 5 | Warning - Shutdown due to Vessel CO | Shutdown occurring due to the vessel CO detector | Warning | All status indicator lights in the control circuit will also blink the fault code. See Troubleshooting Chapter of the Operator Manual. |
| Code No. 61 | Emergency Shutdown | Shutdown occurring due to external emergency shutdown device | Shutdown | All status indicator lights in the control circuit will also blink the fault code. See Troubleshooting Chapter of the Operator Manual. |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
⚠ Keep your hands away from the engine belt and pulleys.
⚠ The actuator could overheat if the battery is left on more than 10 minutes.
⚠ Be prepared to clamp off supply and return fuel lines to stop the engine.
Tools: strobe or injector clamp-on tachometer, 12 volt battery, battery switch
⚠ Accidental or remote starting can cause severe personal injury; disconnect the negative battery cable.
⚠ Accidental or remote starting can cause severe personal injury or death.
⚠ Do not use the fuel injection timing marks when adjusting valve lash.
Tools: separate voltmeter
Tools: Separate voltmeter
⚠ When changing frequency, make sure the line circuit breakers are suitable for the new output.
⚠ In configuration mode the control will not start, prime or display faults.
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Voltage | Phase | Connection | Leads | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Hz: Disconnect J5 from P7 | J5, P6, P7 | Frequency selection jumper leads in the genset control box | ||
| 60 Hz: Connect J5 to P6 | J5, P6, P7 | Frequency selection jumper leads in the genset control box | ||
| HZ SEL / 60 HZ jumper leads in the control box | HZ SEL, 60 HZ | Connect for 60 Hz; disconnect for 50 Hz. Apply the appropriate reconfiguration label. Generator reconnection per schematic on Page A-2. |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.
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The Kubota V2003 engine has an oil capacity of 7.6 liters.
The Kubota V2003 has a displacement of 1.999 liters.
The Kubota V2003 powers 1 generator set(s), including Cummins/Onan MDKB.
A commonly reported issue on generators using the Kubota V2003 is: UNDERVOLTAGE. Fix: Reduce the number of connected appliances, especially when air conditioners and battery chargers are running..