Section 17.4
Corroded or Damaged Battery Terminals
To determine if corroded or damaged terminals is causing starting difficulty:
- Visually inspect terminals for corrosion or damage.
- If corrosion or damage is not found, check the magnetic switch; refer to "17.5 Defective Magnetic Switch" .
- If corrosion or damage is found, repair is necessary; refer to "17.4.1 Corroded or Damaged Battery Terminal Repair" .
Section 17.4.1
Corroded or Damaged Battery Terminal Repair
Perform the following to repair corroded or damaged battery terminals:
- Repair or replace any corroded or damaged terminals; refer to OEM guidelines.
- Verify repair of corroded or damaged terminals; refer to "17.4.1.1 Test with Repaired Battery Terminals" .
Section 17.4.1.1
Test with Repaired Battery Terminals
Perform the following to determine if the repair resolved starting difficulty:
- Attempt to start and run the engine.
- If the engine starts and runs, no further troubleshooting is required. Shut the engine down.
- If the engine fails to start and run, check the magnetic switch; refer to "17.5 Defective Magnetic Switch" .
Series 50 Service Manual - 6SE50 |
Generated on 10-13-2008 |