TM 9-2320-269-20-1
ORGANIZATIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING - CONTINUED
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
ENGINE - CONTINUED
DOES NOT CRANK - CONTINUED
Step 7.
Inspect starting motor (1), starting motor ground strap (2), and wires (3) and (4) for corroded,
loose, or damaged parts.
a. If starting motor (1) or terminals (5) are damaged, replace starting motor (1) (page 2-288).
b. If starting motor terminals (5) or wire terminals (6) are corroded, remove wires (3) and (4) and
starting motor ground strap (2). Clean as needed. Install using 3/4-inch deep well socket,
handle, and flat-tip screwdriver.
c.
If wires (3) and (4) or starting motor ground strap (2) are damaged, repair as needed (page 2-
300).
d. If wires (3) and (4), starting motor ground strap (2), or mounting screws (7) are loose, tighten
using 3/4-inch deep well socket and flat-tip screwdriver as needed.
Step 8.
Inspect starting motor ground strap (2) for corrosion, loose parts, and damage.
b. If starting motor ground strap (2) or frame (8) are corroded, remove starting motor ground
strap (2) using two 9116-inch wrenches. Clean or get rid of as needed. Install new strap (2) as
needed using two 9/16-inch wrenches.
c.
If solenoid ground wire (3) or starting motor ground strap (2) are loose, tighten using two 9/16-
inch wrenches, 3/4-inch deep well socket, handle, and flat-tip screwdriver as needed.
d. If solenoid ground wire (3) or starting motor ground strap (2) are damaged, replace using two
9/16-inch wrenches, 3/4-inch deep well socket, handle, and flat-tip screwdriver as needed.
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