Step | Action | Normal Result(s) | Abnormal Result(s)* |
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1 | Visually inspect the Battery Hydrometer. | Battery Hydrometer displays a green eye. | |
2 | Visually inspect Battery cables. | Battery cables are clean and tightly connected. | Refer to Battery Cable |
3 | Inspect Fuse 6, Crank Fuse 8, Gauges Fuse 4 and Fusible Link. | Fuses are not open. | Repair source of overload and Replace Fuse. |
4 | Inspect all grounds. | All grounds are clean and tightly connected. | Clean and tighten grounds. |
5 | Inspect Starter Motor and Starter Solenoid. | Both Starter Motor and Starter Solenoid are properly mounted and Starter Solenoid terminals S and B are clean and tight. | Ensure proper mounting and clean and tighten terminals. |
6 | Move the Ignition Switch from the Off position to the Run position. | BAT Indicator lamp turns on, engine does not run. | Refer to Volt/Charge Indicator Inoperative . |
7 | Move the Ignition Switch to the Start position and then slowly release. | Starter motor runs, the Engine starts, and the BAT Indicator Lamp turns off | Refer to Starter Solenoid Does Not Click . |
8 | Allow Engine to run for approximately 5-7 minutes. Measure voltage at the Battery terminals. | Voltage reading of 13-16 volts. | Refer to Battery Is Undercharged or Overcharged . |
* Refer to the appropriate symptom diagnostic table for the applicable abnormal result. |