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Cummins/Onan — Ignition Coil (Magneto) Installation

Installation · Ignition system

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

Applies to: Cummins/Onan HGJAA, Cummins/Onan HGJAB, Cummins/Onan HGJAD, Cummins/Onan HGJAE

Procedure

  1. Perform the reverse of the removal steps.
  2. Bar the engine until the lands on the flywheel directly face the coils.
  3. Place a 0.3 mm (0.012 in) thick feeler gauge between the coil and the land on the flywheel.
  4. Hold the coil tight against the feeler gauge and land.
  5. Torque the two mounting bolts to 7 Nm (5 lb-ft).

Tools required

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Magneto air gap 0.3 mm (0.012 in)
  • Mounting bolts 7 Nm (5 lb-ft)

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan HGJAA →, Cummins/Onan HGJAB →, Cummins/Onan HGJAD →

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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