TM 5-2420-231-23-1
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Table 1. Engine Does Not Crank or Cranks Slowly - Continued.
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MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Engine Does Not Crank or
Test Step 3. Starter Cranks Engine
Cranks Slowly - Continued
Slowly.
1. Verify that batteries are OK. Per-
No Fault or Condition Found -
form Batteries Do Not Maintain
Proceed to step 2.
Fault or Condition Found - Perform
Charge (WP 0008).
repairs as directed in WP 0008 and then
proceed to Test Step 7.
2. Position boot (Figure 3, Item 2)
Starter Positive Cable Connection
aside and inspect starter positive
OK - Proceed to step 3.
cable (Figure 3, Item 1) for frays,
Starter Positive Cable Connection
corrosion, loose connections, and
Loose/Dirty - Clean and tighten all
damage.
connections.
Proceed to Test Step 7.
Starter Positive Cable Connection
Frayed or Damaged - Replace battery
cables (WP 0158).
Proceed to Test Step 7.
Figure 3. Starter Positive Cable.
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