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Cummins/Onan QST30 — Magnetic Pickup Adjustment

Adjustments · Magnetic pickup speed sensor

For the Cummins/Onan QST30, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan QST30

Before you start

  • Jam nut over-torque will damage the magnetic pickup.

Procedure

  1. Ensure a ring gear tooth is centered under magnetic pickup hole.
  2. Screw magnetic pickup in until it contacts the targeted gear tooth.
  3. Back magnetic pickup out 1/2 to 3/4 turn counterclockwise.
  4. If feeler gauge can be inserted, back out 0.71 to 1.07 mm from gear tooth.
  5. Tighten jam nut while holding magnetic pickup.

Tools required

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

Specs & values

  • Jam nut torque 34-47 N·m (25-35 FridayParts $25.27 ft-lb)
  • Speed sensor voltage 2.5 to 50 VAC
  • If less than 2.5 VAC when cranking, screw pickup in 1/8 to 1/4 turn

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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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