TM 9-2350-256-10
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
STARTING SYSTEM
9.
NO SOUND FROM STARTER WHEN MAIN ENGINE START BUTTON IS PUSHED.
Step 1.
Check MASTER switch and transmission shift lever for proper
setting.
Place shift lever in P and turn MASTER switch on.
Step 2.
Check for loose battery connections, missing, loose, or broken
wires.
Tighten battery connections. Notify unit maintenance of
any other malfunction.
10.
STARTER OPERATES SLOWLY, BUT DOES NOT START ENGINE.
Step 1.
Check for low battery charge indicated on BATTERY-
GENERATOR gage.
Run APU until batteries are charged (see para. 2-13e(3)).
Slave start vehicle if necessary (see para. 2-10d).
Step 2.
Check for loose connections or broken wires.
Notify unit maintenance.
Step 3.
Check for any unusual vibrations or noises which could mean a
mechanical seizure.
Notify unit maintenance.
11.
LIGHTS DIM OR VENTILATING BLOWER MOTOR SLOWS DOWN WITH ENGINE OFF.
Step 1.
Check for low battery charge indicated on BATTERY-
GENERATOR gage.
Run APU to charge batteries (see para. 2-13e(3)). Slave
start vehicle if necessary (see para. 2-10d).
Step 2.
Check battery cables and terminals for corrosion or loose
connections.
Clean and tighten terminals and connections.
Step 3.
Check electrolyte level in batteries.
Notify unit maintenance.
12.
LOW OIL PRESSURE.
Step 1.
Check oil level.
Add oil as specified in Appendix F.
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