TM 5-3740-214-14
Table 5-3. Direct and General Support Maintenance Troubleshooting (Continued)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
THE BATTERY FAILS TO CHARGE (Continued)
Figure 5-64. Battery Cable Test
(1)
Connect a meter lead to each end of the wire being tested.
(2)
Wiggle the wire.
(3)
If the wire conducts a current, go to Step 2.
(4)
If the wire does not conduct, replace it and go to Step 2 if the battery still does not charge.
(5)
If any of the wires or insulation are frayed, broken or cracked, replace them and go to Step 2 if
the battery still fails to charge.
d.
Check the fuse between the ignition switch and the start button.
(1)
Unscrew the fuse holder and check the fuse.
(2)
If it is ok, screw the fuse holder together and go to Step 2.
(3)
If the fuse is blown, replace it and screw the fuse holder together. Go to Step 2 if the battery still
fails to charge.
Step 2.
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