TM 5-4320-215-12InspectionService QuarterlyENGINE-Continued46Refer to TM 6-2805-209-12 and correct all deficiencies noted.4747Batteries, box, and cables.Inspect the electrolyte for improper level.The electrolyte should be three-eighths inch above the plates Test thespecific gravity and record it on DA Form 464. Inspect the batteriesfor cracks and excessive corrosion. Inspect the battery cables for looseconnections, fraying, and corrosion. Inspect the battery box for dents,insecure mounting, and corrosion.47Clean all corrosion from the batteries, box, and cables. Replenish theelectrolyte as necessary (par. 10). Replace defective batteries (par.12). Replace a defective battery box and cables (par. 58). Tightenall loose connections.4848Generator and starter.Inspect the generator and starter for loose mount-ing hardware and electrical connections. Inspect for excessive dirt andgrease.48Tighten all loose mounting hardware and electrical connection. Removeall dirt and grease. Replace a defective generator (par. 650). Referto TM 5-2805-209-12 and replace a defective starter.4949Magneto.Inspect the magneto for cracks, breaks, and loose mount-ing. Inspect the spark plug lead connections for looseness and cor-rosion. Remove the end cap cover and inspect the distributor blockfor cracks, breaks, dirt, and worn terminals. Inspect the point get forwear, deposits, and improper adjustment.49Refer to TM 5-2805-209-12 and correct all deficiencies noted.5050Wiring and switches.Inspect all wiring for broken or frayed insulationand loose or broken connection Inspect all switches for insecuremounting, loose or corroded terminals and connections, and faulty operation.50Refer to TM 6-2805-20-12 and correct all deficiencies noted.5151Voltage regulator.Inspect the voltage regulator for insecure mounting,loose electrical connections, and improper operation.51Tighten all loose mounting hardware and electrical connections Ad-just or replace a defective voltage regulator as necessary (par. 51).5252Reflectors.Inspect the reflectors for loose or missing mountinghardware and broken glass.52Tighten all loose mounting hardware. Replace a defective reflector(par. 58).5757Gages.Inspect all gages for cracked or broken glass. Inspect for in-secure mounting and loose connections. Inspect the gage for improp-er operation.57Tighten all loose mounting hardware and connections. Refer to TM5-2805209-12 and correct all deficiencies noted.5858Meters.Inspect all meters for cracked or broken glass and insecuremounting. Inspect all meters for improper operation.58Tighten all loose mounting hardware.Warning: Disconnect the batteries when servicing electrical instru-ments, except when current is necessary for testing.Replace a defective ammeter (par. 52). Refer to TM 5-28062-12 forreplacement of all other meters.5959Valves.Inspect the suction valve and gasket for cracks, breaks, and de-terioration. Inspect for improper operation.59Replace a defective suction valve (par. 44).28
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