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Cummins/Onan QST30 / QST30 G-Drive — Fuel Pump Installation (Coupling Drive)

Repair & overhaul · Injection Pump

For the Cummins/Onan QST30 / QST30 G-Drive, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan QST30, Cummins/Onan QST30 engine

Before you start

  • Severe damage to the fuel pump will occur unless the fuel pump is unlocked prior to operation.

Procedure

  1. Rotate the engine slowly clockwise to align the timing mark on the crankshaft damper with the timing pointer; ensure #1 cylinder (right bank) is on the compression stroke.
  2. Remove the timing pin cap and verify that the pump is locked.
  3. Install the timing pin (1), cap (2) and sealing washer (3); torque to 30 N-m [22 ft-lb].
  4. Set the in-line fuel injection pump assembly in position at an angle with the bracket partially installed.
  5. Tighten the four injection pump bracket mounting bolts (2) and four pump mounting bolts (4); torque 66 N-m [49 ft-lb].
  6. Tighten the coupling bolts (1); torque 108 N-m [80 ft-lb].
  7. Install the high pressure fuel lines (3); torque 24 N-m [17 ft-lb].
  8. Install the fuel pump drain line and fuel return tube (2); torque 9 N-m [80 in-lb].
  9. Install the injection pump drive shaft cover (1).
  10. Install the low pressure fuel lines (2); torque 24 N-m [17 ft-lb].
  11. Install the oil lines (3); torque 27 N-m [20 ft-lb].
  12. Install the electrical connection (1).
  13. Unlock the fuel pump timing prior to operation.

Specs & values

  • Timing Pin Cap 30 N-m [22 ft-lb]
  • Pump Mounting Bolts 66 N-m [49 ft-lb]
  • Bracket Mounting Bolts 66 N-m [49 ft-lb]
  • Coupling Bolts 108 N-m [80 ft-lb]
  • High pressure fuel lines 24 N-m [17 ft-lb]
  • Drain line/return tube 9 N-m [80 in-lb]
  • Low pressure fuel lines 24 N-m [17 ft-lb]
  • Oil lines 27 N-m [20 ft-lb]

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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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