Home›Repair guides›Cummins/Onan›Coolant Solenoid Valve Mounting (Standard Cab Configuration)

Cummins/Onan — Coolant Solenoid Valve Mounting (Standard Cab Configuration)

Installation · coolant solenoid valve assembly

From a Cummins/Onan service manual covering: ES2075s, FS1870s, M11979s, M1976s, M1977s, M1978s. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Kubota 2482B engine

Procedure

  1. Select a location beneath the sleeper with access for coolant hose routing and fasteners.
  2. Hold the solenoid valve assembly with the TE (to engine) connections facing front and AUX connections facing back.
  3. Use the reinforcement plate as a template to mark the three mounting holes and drill three 7/16-inch diameter holes.
  4. Secure the solenoid valve assembly with the three 3/8-16 x 7/8-inch screws and washers.
  5. Connect the wiring harness to the solenoid valve assembly.

Tools required

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

Specs & values

  • Mounting plate 3/8-inch bolt torque: 20 ft-lb
  • Fastener length must be increased if mounting surface is over .15 inch thick
  • Thread engagement should be at least .56 to .75 inches

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.

More Cummins/Onan repair guides →