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Cummins/Onan 3.6MKY / 4MKY — Head Cover Removal and Installation

Maintenance

For the Cummins/Onan 3.6MKY / 4MKY, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan 3.6MKY, Cummins/Onan 4MKY

Procedure

  1. Remove the head cover mounting bolts and pull off the head cover.
  2. Clean the head cover, being careful not to damage the gasket mounting surface.
  3. Clean the cylinder head and cover in the gasket mating area.
  4. Make sure the breather assembly is correctly seated in the cylinder head cavity.
  5. Install a new head cover gasket.
  6. Place the head cover in position and install the mounting bolts; torque in a star pattern.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Valve Cover 5-8 lb-ft

Source: Cummins/Onan service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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