Cummins/Onan — Governor Actuator Removal
Repair & overhaul
From a Cummins/Onan service manual covering: C13 N6H, C13N6H, C17 N6H, C17N6H, C20 N6, C20N6H, RS13A. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Cummins/Onan C13 N6H, Cummins/Onan C17 N6H, Cummins/Onan C20 N6, Cummins/Onan RS13A
Before you start
- Automated Machinery: accidental or remote starting can cause severe personal injury or death.
Procedure
- Shut off AC power to the generator set accessories. Open the generator set breaker.
- Note the exercise schedule settings before disconnecting the battery.
- Disconnect the generator set battery, negative post first, then positive post.
- Open the hood and make sure the hood latch drops into place.
- Disconnect the battery charger and display electrical plugs.
- Remove the control access panel.
- Disconnect the electrical leads.
- Remove and retain the clip that holds the socket on the ball.
- Remove the 2 mounting bolts from the bracket. Remove the governor actuator.
Tools required
- General mechanical tools
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Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan C20 N6 →
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.