Where is the Onan 2800 located on a Roadtrek?

Onan 2800 is located under the center rear in newer Roadtreks. If your Roadtrek is equipped with an Onan 2800/2500 there are a few things you should know how to do. One of them is checking the oil level. Many Onans have a low oil cut-off sensor to prevent them from running if the oil is low.

Why is my Onan not working on my roadtek?

Common problem. The ground between the green Onan box and the Roadtek can be checked or jumpered with battery cables for testing without removing the Onan. However the ground connection from the generator to the green box will require removal of the generator Bad electrical connection at solenoid or starter.

What should I do if my Onan generator wont start?

One of them is checking the oil level. Many Onans have a low oil cut-off sensor to prevent them from running if the oil is low. So if your Onan will not start or it dies while running the oil level should be second on your list to check (first make sure you have more than 1/4 tank of gas) .

When to check the oil in your Onan?

Many Onans have a low oil cut-off sensor to prevent them from running if the oil is low. So if your Onan will not start or it dies while running the oil level should be second on your list to check (first make sure you have more than 1/4 tank of gas) . Unfortunately for many owners, that means crawling under your Roadtrek.

Is the Onan 2800 generator running at all?

Last month my Onan 2800 ran perfectly, today I can’t get it to run at all. Here are the details: (1) Pushing in on the remote start/stop button inside the Roadtrek and also at the access cover at the generator get the same results. (2) I checked the oil and it is with the recommended level.

Common problem. The ground between the green Onan box and the Roadtek can be checked or jumpered with battery cables for testing without removing the Onan. However the ground connection from the generator to the green box will require removal of the generator Bad electrical connection at solenoid or starter.

What to do if your Onan pickup has a gas leak?

Air leak in fuel line or pickup Find & fix leak Try disconnecting Onan fuel line, run fuel line into a gas can. If this fixes the problem you have a leak or pinch in the fuel line. Inserting a piece of clear tubing will verify an air leak. Bubbles will accumulate until no gas is flowing.

Why does my Onan need to be removed?

Beyond capability of most owners Bad or dirty connections at fuel pump Clean & test electrical connections Requires removal of generator from Roadtrek Possible Cause Corrective Action Comments Oil level in Onan low Check the oil level and add oil if needed Requires removal of access panel door on the Onan.