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Cummins/Onan — Priming the Turbocharger

Maintenance

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

Applies to: Cummins/Onan MDGBA, Cummins/Onan MDGCA, Cummins/Onan MDGCB, Cummins/Onan MDGDA, Cummins/Onan MDGDB, Cummins/Onan MDGGA

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the oil supply line at the turbocharger housing.
  2. Fill the bearing with engine oil.
  3. Reconnect the oil line.

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan MDGBA →, Cummins/Onan MDGCA →, Cummins/Onan MDGCB →, Cummins/Onan MDGDA →, Cummins/Onan MDGDB →, Cummins/Onan MDGGA →

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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