TM 9-2330-356-14
Table 3-2. Operator/Crew Troubleshooting (Con`t).
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
ENGINE
10. ENGINE WILL NOT TURN OVER.
Step 1.
Remove battery cover and check for loose battery cable connections (para 3-6).
Tighten loose connections.
Step 2.
Check for discharged or defective battery.
a. Remove cell caps and check for loss of electrolyte. Fill each cell as necessary
NOTE
Do not slave start or jump start batteries.
b. If battery is discharged, notify unit maintenance.
11. ENGINE HARD TO START OR TURNS OVER SLOWLY.
Remove battery cover and check for discharged or defective battery.
Step 1.
a. Remove cell caps and check for loss of electrolyte, Fill each cell as necessary
NOTE
Do not slave start or jump start batteries.
b. If battery is discharged, notify unit maintenance.
Check air cleaner dirt indicator for showing of red band.
Step 2.
If red band is showing, service air cleaner (para 3-1 8).
Check for fuel line leaks.
Step 3.
If connections are loose or lines are damaged, notify unit maintenance.
12. ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT FAILS TO START
Check level of fuel in fuel tank.
Add fuel.
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