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TM 9-2320-356-BD
8-6. STARTER SWITCH INOPERATIVE
General Information:
CAUTION
Bypassing the starter switch for more than 30
seconds may cause damage to the glow plug and
the combustion chamber of the CUCV and HMMWV
engine.
If the engine will not crank, bypass the starter switch and jump the starter
terminals.
Limitations:
o None
Personnel/Time Required:
o 1 soldier
o 15 minutes
Materials/Tools:
o Piece of wire
o Tape
Procedural Steps:
Option 1:
Bypass Starter Switch.
1.
Locate the starter switch.
2.
Remove the wire from the starter switch.
3.
Use a jumper wire or touch the wires removed in step 2 together.
4.
After engine starts,
disconnect jumper or leads.
5.
Insulate lead with tape.
6.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable, repair using standard maintenance procedures.
Option 2:
Jump Starter Terminals.
1.
Gain access to starter.
2.
Use a piece of wire or suitable object and connect the main power terminals to
the solenoid terminal.
3. After engine starts, disconnect jumper.
4.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable, repair using standard maintenance procedures.
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