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Cummins/Onan — Magnetic Speed Pickup Installation

Installation · Magnetic speed sensor

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

Applies to: Cummins/Onan MDGDA, Cummins/Onan MDGDB

Procedure

  1. Bar the engine until a gear tooth on the flywheel lines up in the center of the mounting hole.
  2. Thread the sensor in gently by hand until it just touches the gear tooth.
  3. Back it out one quarter turn and set the lock nut.

Specs & values

  • Back sensor out one quarter turn after contact

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan MDGDA →, Cummins/Onan MDGDB →

Source: Cummins/Onan operator'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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