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Cummins/Onan CFP5E / CFP7E — Coolant Pump/Alternator Belt Replacement

Repair & overhaul

For the Cummins/Onan CFP5E / CFP7E, from the Cummins/Onan owner's manual.

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Before you start

  • Do not roll belt over pulley or pry it on.

Procedure

  1. Remove belt guard.
  2. Use 3/8 inch drive ratchet or breaker bar to rotate tensioner arm away from belt.
  3. Remove belt.
  4. Check belt tensioner cap screw torque; torque to 43 N-m (32 ft-lb).
  5. Check tensioner arm, pulley, and stops for cracks; replace tensioner if cracked.
  6. Install replacement drive belt with tensioner arm moved away.
  7. Check belt is centered on tensioner pulley.
  8. Reinstall belt guard.

Tools required

  • 3/8 inch drive ratchet or breaker bar Amazon

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Specs & values

  • Tensioner cap screw: 43 N-m (32 ft-lb)

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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