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STARTING TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. (cont)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
a.
ENGINE WILL NOT START. (cont)
Step 4.
Check the start switch at battery wire connection for continuity. Connect one lead of multimeter to
battery terminal and the other to ground.
Replace start switch wire assembly if needle does not move. Refer to paragraph 7-34. Replace circuit
breaker. Refer to paragraph 7-61.
Replace start switch. Refer to paragraph 7-34.
Step 5.
Contact Direct Support.
b.
STARTING MOTOR CRANKS TOO SLOWLY.
Step 1.
Check all connections and wire assemblies for corrosion or damage.
Replace starter motor wire assemblies if necessary. Refer to paragraph 7-11.
Step 2.
Check for an overload from engine with too much friction.
Contact Direct Support if engine is dirty or there is too much friction.
Step 3.
Contact Direct Support.
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