TM 5-3820-276-10-2
0115
ENGINE CRANKS BUT DOES NOT START - WWSV - Continued
CORRECTIVE ACTION - Continued
b.
If fuel does not have excessive water, proceed to next MALFUNCTION - Battery terminals
corroded.
MALFUNCTION
Battery terminals corroded.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
WARNING
DO NOT allow battery acid to contact eyes, skin, or fabric. Upon contact with
eyes or skin, immediately flush with water, apply first aid and obtain medical
attention. DO NOT lean over battery when connecting or disconnecting battery
cables. DO NOT allow negative and positive cables to touch each other. Keep
open flame or sparks away from battery vent holes. ALWAYS wear eye
protection when working with batteries. Failure to comply may result in injury or
death to personnel. Seek medical attention in the event of an injury.
Remove battery box cover and visually inspect battery terminals for corrosion, damage, and
looseness (Figure 7).
BATTERY TERMINALS
BATTERY
BATTERY
BOX
TERMINALS
COVER
WWDS00506
Figure 7.
Battery Box Cover and Battery Terminals.
a.
If battery terminals are loose, damaged, or corroded, notify maintenance.
b.
If battery terminals are not loose, damaged, or corroded, proceed to next MALFUNCTION
- Engine fault code present.
