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Cummins/Onan — Fuel Filter (Spin-On Type) - Replace

Maintenance

From a Cummins/Onan owner's manual covering: QSM11, QSM11 Industrial, QSM11 Marine, QSM1i. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan QSM1i, Cummins/Onan QSM11 engine

Before you start

  • Mechanical overtightening can distort threads and damage the fuel filter seal.

Parts for this job

Part numbers from the service-parts list for Cummins/Onan QSM1i. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.

Procedure

  1. Clean area around fuel filter and filter head.
  2. Remove fuel filter with filter wrench 3376807.
  3. Remove the thread adapter sealing ring.
  4. Clean the gasket surface on the filter head.
  5. Lubricate new filter gasket with clean engine oil; fill filter with clean diesel fuel.
  6. Install new thread adapter sealing ring.
  7. Install filter until gasket contacts head, tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn by hand.

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 QSM1i →

Source: Cummins/Onan owner'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.

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