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Cummins/Onan QG7000i DF — Starter Motor Solenoid Replacement

Repair & overhaul

For the Cummins/Onan QG7000i DF, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan RV Generator Set

Before you start

  • High electrical currents, strong arcing and moving parts; keep fingers away from the pinion gear.

Procedure

  1. Secure the motor assembly in a vice after removal.
  2. Connect the motor terminal on the solenoid to the positive terminal of a 12 V battery.
  3. Briefly touch the mounting flange on the motor with the negative cable.
  4. If the motor does not spin up quickly, replace the motor/solenoid assembly.
  5. If it spins up, disconnect the motor lead and remove the two solenoid mounting nuts to replace the solenoid.

Tools required

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Specs & values

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan RV Generator Set →

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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