TM 5-2420-230-10
Malfunction
Test or Inspection
Corrective Action
1.
ENGINE CRANKS, BUT WILL NOT START.
No smoking, flames, sparks, or glowing or hot objects allowed within 50 ft. (15 m) of vehicle.
Fire or explosion may cause personal injury or death.
Keep a fire extinguisher within easy reach when working with fuel or on a fuel system.
Step 1.
Check fuel tank (1) for fuel level, water in fuel, and correct grade of fuel (Para 3-21).
If there is no fuel, fill fuel tank (1) with JP-8 fuel (Item 11, Appendix D).
If water in fuel or incorrect grade of fuel, notify Unit maintenance.
Step 2.
Check fuel tank breather (2) for blockage.
Loosen fuel tank filler cap (3), listen for air rushing into tank. If air rushes into tank, clean fuel tank
breather (2). Notify Unit maintenance.
Step 3.
Check air filter restriction indicator (4).
If indicator (4) reads more than 25 inH2O (625 mmH2O), notify Unit maintenance.
If problem persists, notify Unit maintenance.
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