TM 5-3740-214-14
Table 5-3. Direct and General Support Maintenance Troubleshooting (Continued)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
ENGINE LACKS POWER (Continued)
(4)
If there is a bright blue spark, go to Step 9.
(5)
If there is no spark or the spark is weak and yellow, go to Step 9.
e.
Start the engine.
(1)
If the engine starts, the problem is solved.
(2)
If the engine does not start, go to Step 7.
Step 7.
Check the battery.
Figure 5-129. Battery Visual Checks
a.
Check the battery visually.
(1)
Make sure the battery cables are tight on the terminals. They should not be able to be moved by
hand.
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