B5.9G, B5.9LPG – Troubleshooting and Repair Manual – 100-001   Engine Identification

The engine dataplate contains specific information about the engine. The engine serial number (ESN) (1) and control parts list (CPL) (2) provide information for ordering parts and for service needs.

NOTE: The engine dataplate
must not be changed unless approved by Cummins Inc.

The dataplate is located on the top side of gear housing. Have the following engine data available when communicating with a Cummins Authorized Repair Location. The information on the dataplate is
mandatory when sourcing service parts.

1. Engine Serial Number (ESN)
2. Control Parts List (CPL)
3. Model
4. Horsepower and rpm rating.

The electronic control module (ECM) data plate shows information about the ECM and how the ECM was programmed. The dataplate is located on the ECM, above the ECM connectors.

The following information is available on the ECM dataplate:

• ECM part number (PN)
• ECM serial number (SN)
• ECM date code (DC)
• Engine serial number (ESN)
• ECM code: Identifies the software in the ECM.

NOTE: Have the ECM code for your engine available when communicating with a Cummins Authorized Repair Location.

The Cummins engine nomenclature provides the data as illustrated in the graphic.

The model name for engines in automotive applications provides the data shown below. For example:

B (1)
5.9 (2)
-195 (3)
G (4)

1. Engine series
2. Displacement in liters
3. Advertised horsepower
4. Fuel Designation.