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Cummins/Onan — Removing Piston

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From a Cummins/Onan service manual covering: K1000, K1200, K1400, K1800, K2100, K2500, K3000, K3050, K3500, K400, K450, K800. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan K1000, Cummins/Onan K450

Before you start

  • Be careful of flywheel side direction and mark on connecting rod

Procedure

  1. Extend bent portion of rod bolt washer
  2. Remove connecting rod bolt
  3. Remove cap at large end of connecting rod
  4. Pull out piston to cylinder head side

Tools required

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

Specs & values

  • Connecting rod bolt tightening torque varies by model

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan K1000 →, Cummins/Onan K450 →

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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