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Cummins/Onan — Magnetic Pickup Sensor Adjustment

Adjustments · Electronic governor

From a Cummins/Onan service manual covering: DL4, DL6, DL6T, DL6U. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan DL4, Cummins/Onan DL6, Cummins/Onan DL6T

Procedure

  1. Place Start/Stop/Remote switch in the STOP position.
  2. Loosen stop-nut on the magnetic sensor on the flywheel housing.
  3. Turn sensor IN until it just contacts flywheel ring gear.
  4. Back sensor OUT 1/2 turn and tighten stop-nut.

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan DL6 →

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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