TM 5-3805-262-34
2-7. STARTER TROUBLESHOOTING
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. STARTER DOES NOT CRANK.
Step 1. Remove solenoid from starter (page 3-224).
Using Sun Electric
VAT-33 Starting and
Charging System Tester
or equivalent, set up
test circuit as shown.
Set VAT-33 AMP. RANGE
selector to the 0-20
ampere range.
Set VOLT RANGE selector
to 18-40 volt range.
Set VOLT LEAD SELECT to
EXT. position.
Set LOAD control to OFF
position.
Perform remainder of test quickly
to avoid overheating tester. Allow
60 seconds between tests to permit
tester to cool.
Push in and hold button
on remote starter
switch.
Turn LOAD control until
voltmeter indicates 20
volts.
Record ammeter indication.
Turn LOAD control to OFF position.
Release button on remote starter switch.
Ammeter must indicate 6 to 7 amperes.
a. If ammeter indication is not within 6 to 7 ampere range, replace
solenoid (page 3-246).
b. If ammeter indication is within 6 to 7 ampere range, go to step
2 below.
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