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maillemaker
Explorer
Apr 08, 2018

I believe my coil is bad on my Onan 4BGE generator

Hi all: Generator is Onan 4BGEFA26101A Which I take to be a 4BGE, Spec A, Onan Generator. The generator cranks, but will not start. I used a spark tester light, which goes between the spar...
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1995brave
Nomad
Apr 28, 2024

Try disconnecting filter cap C4 from the ignition coil and see if it will start. The cap could be shorted. 

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way2roll
Trailblazer
Apr 29, 2024

Looks like the OP hasn't been on here in over 3 years. 

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