TM 10-4610-229-24
Table 2-2. Troubleshooting (Cont)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
ENGINE MALFUNCTIONS
1.
ENGINE FAILS TO CRANK.
Step 1.
Check battery. (See TM 9-6140-200-14.)
Replace defective battery (para 2-16).
Step 2.
Check battery cables for tightness and corrosion.
Clean and tighten connections.
Replace defective cables (para 2-15).
Step 3.
Check ignition switch.
Replace defective switch (para 2-18).
Step 4.
Check starter motor.
Replace defective starter (para 2-31).
2.
ENGINE CRANKS BUT FAIS TO START.
Step 1.
Check air filter for blockage.
Service air filter. (See TM 10-4610-229-10.)
Step 2.
Check for fuel line leaks.
Tighten loose connections.
Replace damaged fuel lines (para 2-21).
Step 3.
Check fuel filter for restriction.
Replace fuel filter (para 2-26).
3.
ENGINE DOES NOT RUN SMOOTHLY OR MISFIRES.
Step 1.
Check for fuel line leaks.
Tighten loose connections.
Replace damaged fuel lines (para 2-21).
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