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Cummins/Onan DL3 — Switch Checkout

Testing & diagnosis · Switches

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

Applies to: Cummins/Onan L Series Diesel engine

Before you start

  • Disconnect negative battery cable first.

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the starting battery cables, the negative (-) cable first.
  2. Connect an ohmmeter across the switch terminals.
  3. Open and close the switch while observing the ohmmeter; note operation of normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) contacts.
  4. Replace the switch if defective.

Tools required

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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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