ENGINE CRANKS BUT DOES NOT START

TM 9-2320-386-10

Table 3-1. Troubleshooting (Contd).

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

2. ENGINE CRANKS BUT DOES NOT START

Step 1. Check battery gauge for proper battery voltage.

Service battery if gauge does not display proper voltage (para. 3-10).

NOTE

Do not completely fill fuel tank before visually check-

ing for leaks in fuel system.

Step 2. Check to see if fuel gauge indicates empty.

If empty, add fuel (para. 1-16).

NOTE

Whenever fuel tank is completely drained and then

refilled, the fuel system must be primed (para. 3-11).

Step 3. Check to see if fuel shutoff switch is activated.

If so, push to reset (para. 2-3).

NOTE

Assistant will help with step 4.

Step 4. Check fuel solenoid for proper operation.

a. Raise and secure hood (para. 2-23).

b. Direct assistant to engage accessory/battery switch. A clicking

noise should be heard.

c. If fuel solenoid is not heard cycling, notify unit maintenance.

END OF TESTING!

3. ENGINE CRANKS BUT FAILS TO START AT OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES

BELOW 0F (-18C)

Step 1. Perform malfunction 2, steps 1 through 4.

Step 2. Check quick-start system operation (para. 2-13).

If engine fails to start after using quick-start system, check cylinder

fluid level.

a. Raise and secure hood (para. 2-23).

b. Remove cylinder from valve and shake. If cylinder is empty,

replace cylinder.

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