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4.
An excessive voltage drop exists in the cables or across
the terminals in the circuits for the starting motor. The
cables are loose at the terminals, corroded, or cracked.
The terminals are corroded or broken.
Inspect the cables and terminals for loose connections,
corrosion or other damage. Replace damaged pads.
5.
The overrunning clutch for the pinion drive slips.
Replace the overrunning clutch.
Problem 26
The starting motor continues to run after the ignition
switch is released.
Probable Cause
1.
The ignition switch, the start relay, or the starting motor
solenoid is defective.
Replace the ignition switch, the start relay, or the
starting motor solenoid.
Problem 27
The pinion gear does not disengage after the engine starts
to run.
Probable Cause
1.
The return spring of the pinion solenoid is damaged.
Replace the return spring of the pinion solenoid.
2.
The shift lever or the linkage is damaged.
Replace the shift lever or the linkage.
3.
The ignition switch or the start relay is defective.
Replace the ignition switch or the start relay.
Problem 28
The alternator does not charge the battery.
Probable Cause
1.
The drive belt for the alternator is loose.
Inspect the drive belt for wear and damage. The drive
belt must be adjusted or replaced.
2.
The drive pulley for the alternator is loose or worn.
Inspect the pulley for wear and damage. Tighten the
nuts of the pulley to the correct torque. Replace a
damaged pulley.
3.
The electrical cables and connections in the charging
and starting circuits are loose or damaged.
Inspect all cables and connections. All connections
must be clean and tight. Apply the 1U-8267 Battery
Saver and Cleaner to the cable terminals and the
connections. Replace defective parts.
4.
The regulator or the field winding of the rotor in the
alternator is defective.
The alternator must be repaired or replaced.
Problem 29
The alternator charge rate is slow or the alternator charge
rate is not regular.
Probable Cause
1.
The drive belt for the alternator is loose.
Inspect the drive belt for wear and damage. The drive
belt must be adjusted or replaced.
2.
The drive pulley for the alternator is loose or worn.
Inspect the pulley for wear and damage. Tighten the
nuts of the pulley to the correct torque. Replace a
damaged pulley.
3.
The electrical cables and connections in the charging
and starting circuits are loose or damaged.
Inspect all cables and connections. All connections
must be clean and tight. Apply the 1U-8267 Battery
Saver and Cleaner to the cable terminals and the
connections. Replace defective parts.
4.
The regulator or the rectifier for the alternator is
defective.
Replace the regulator or the rectifier.
5.
The brushes of the alternator are worn or dirty.
The brushes must be cleaned or replaced.
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