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Cummins/Onan DL3 — Fuel Solenoid Checkout

Testing & diagnosis · Fuel solenoid K1

For the Cummins/Onan DL3, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan L Series Diesel engine

Before you start

  • Ignition of fuel can cause serious personal injury or death by fire or explosion; no flame, cigarette or other igniter near the fuel system.

Procedure

  1. Fuel solenoid is located in the governor control cover on top of the fuel injection pump.
  2. Listen for solenoid actuation when B+ is applied (start switch in Start position).
  3. If there is no click when B+ is applied and again when removed, the fuel solenoid must be replaced.
  4. See Fuel System section of L Series Diesel Engine Service Manual (934-0750) for replacement procedure.

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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