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Engine - Does Not Crank or Battery Repeatedly Discharged

87VW04

GROUP

27

NUMBER

87-06 July 31, 1987

MODEL(S):

All Imported

Vehicles, all m..y
SUBJECT:

Engine does not crank or battery repeatedly discharged


An engine that won't crank or battery that is repeatedly discharged while driving may be caused by poor wiring connections that result from a loose fastening nut on terminal 30 of the starter motor.

To repair this condition:

^ Disconnect battery ground terminal.

^ Clean and inspect connections at terminal 30 of starter. Repair burned/damaged connections as necessary. Torque fastening nut to 10 N-m (7.5 ft.lb.).

^ Reconnect battery ground terminal.