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Cummins/Onan QST30 — Fuel Filter (Spin-On Type) Replacement

Maintenance

For the Cummins/Onan QST30, from the Cummins/Onan owner's manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan G-Drive, Cummins/Onan QST30, Cummins/Onan QST30 engine

Before you start

  • Make sure the fuel filter is installed tightly but not overtightened.

Procedure

  1. Clean the area around the fuel filter head and filter.
  2. Remove the fuel filter with filter wrench, Part No. 3375049.
  3. Clean the filter head gasket surface with a lint-free towel.
  4. Apply a light film of clean engine oil to the filter gasket surface.
  5. Fill the filter with clean fuel and lubricate the o-ring with 15W-40 oil.
  6. Install the filter until the gasket contacts the filter head surface.
  7. Tighten an additional one-half to three-fourths turn.
  8. Vent the fuel system manually.

Tools required

  • Filter wrench Part No. 3375049 Amazon

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

Specs & values

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan QST30 →

Source: Cummins/Onan owner'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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