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Cummins/Onan — Crankshaft Pulley - Installation

Installation

From a Cummins/Onan service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Do not reuse the crankshaft pulley bolt.
  • Only hand-tighten the bolt or damage to the front cover can occur.

Procedure

  1. Apply clean engine oil to crankshaft front seal.
  2. Install crankshaft pulley, washer and hand-tighten new bolt.
  3. Install a standard 6mm x 70mm bolt to align pulleys.
  4. Remove all special tools and 6mm bolt.
  5. Turn engine 2 complete revolutions to TDC.
  6. Torque crankshaft bolt 100 Nm (74 lb-ft) then rotate additional 90 degrees.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Crankshaft bolt 100 Nm (74 lb-ft) plus 90 degrees
  • Plug bolt 20 Nm (15 lb-ft)

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.

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