Cummins/Onan — Control Cable Adjustments
Adjustments · Control Cables
From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual covering: E124V, E125, E140, P216, P218, P220, P224, P248. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Cummins/Onan E124V, Cummins/Onan E125, Cummins/Onan E140, Cummins/Onan P216, Cummins/Onan P218, Cummins/Onan P220, Cummins/Onan P248, Cummins/Onan E125V/E140V engine
Procedure
- For single-cable: shut off engine, loosen throttle cable clamp.
- Lock throttle lever with pin (1/8 inch drill bit).
- Push speed control lever to high speed position.
- Hook cable wire into throttle lever, pull out slack, tighten clamp. Remove lock pin.
- For two-cable: repeat steps 1-3, then push choke knob to full-open.
- Hook choke cable wire into choke lever, push choke rod towards carburetor, pull out slack, tighten clamp.
Tools required
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan E124V →, Cummins/Onan P216 →, Cummins/Onan P218 →, Cummins/Onan P220 →, Cummins/Onan P248 →
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.