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Cummins/Onan — Adjust Carburetor Main Jet

Adjustments

From a Cummins/Onan owner's manual covering: 4.0CCK, 4.0CCK-3CR, 5.0 CCK. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan 4.0CCK, Cummins/Onan 4.0CCK-3CR, Cummins/Onan 5.0 CCK, Cummins/Onan CCK engine

Procedure

  1. Connect full load
  2. Turn main needle out about two turns
  3. Turn in slowly until engine loses power
  4. Turn out slowly until smooth at full power
  5. Do not open more than 1/2 turn beyond maximum power

Tools required

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Do not open more than 1/2 turn beyond maximum power

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan 4.0CCK →, Cummins/Onan 4.0CCK-3CR →, Cummins/Onan 5.0 CCK →

Source: Cummins/Onan owner's 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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