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Cummins/Onan 5MDKAU — Draining Water and Sediment from Fuel Filter

Maintenance

For the Cummins/Onan 5MDKAU, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

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Before you start

  • Accidental or remote starting can cause severe personal injury or death

Procedure

  1. Disconnect negative battery cable and close the fuel supply valve, if provided.
  2. Open the front access door.
  3. Remove the drain plug at the bottom of the filter and drain about 1/2 cup (120 ml).
  4. Re-install the drain plug and close the access door.
  5. Dispose of the drain-off in accordance with local environmental regulations.

Specs & values

  • about 1/2 cup (120 ml)

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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