Cummins/Onan — Changing the Air Cleaner Element (Type B Filter Assembly)
Maintenance
From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Cummins/Onan DGDA, Cummins/Onan DGDB, Cummins/Onan DGDK, Cummins/Onan 6BT5.9 engine, Cummins/Onan 6BTA5.9 engine
Parts for this job
Part numbers from the service-parts lists for Cummins/Onan DGDA, Cummins/Onan DGDB. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Remove the air cleaner cover.
- Remove thumb screw and gasket washer, then remove the element from air cleaner.
- Wipe out the interior of the air cleaner housing and cover with a clean, damp cloth.
- Install new element and secure with gasket washer and thumb screw.
- Put on the air cleaner cover and secure.
Tools required
- Clean, damp cloth Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan DGDA →, Cummins/Onan DGDB →
Source: Cummins/Onan operator'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.