Multiquip 11425003591 Lever Decompression L40 DS-68 - OEM Replacement Part

The decompression lever is a critical starting component for Multiquip diesel-powered tamping rammers, releasing cylinder compression to enable easier engine cranking. During start-up, the operator presses this lever to engage decompression before pulling the recoil starter; the lever automatically returns to its normal position once the starter rope is pulled, allowing the engine to build compression and fire. Without a functioning decompression lever, starting the diesel engine becomes significantly more difficult or impossible, as the operator must overcome full cylinder compression with the recoil starter alone.

This genuine Multiquip lever is engineered specifically for the L40 DS-68 diesel engine configuration used in MT-series tamping rammers. The decompression system is particularly important in cold weather starting conditions, where increased oil viscosity and lower ambient temperatures already make diesel engines harder to crank. A worn or damaged decompression lever that fails to properly release compression will result in excessive force required on the recoil starter, potentially leading to starter mechanism damage or operator strain.

Compatible with the following Multiquip tamping rammer models:

• MT-76D2
• MT-86D2

Genuine Multiquip OEM part, sold by an authorized dealer.