Vanagon F4-1915cc 1.9L (Water Cooled) (1983)
Battery Cable: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - Cranks Too Slowly or Will Not Crank
GROUP:
97
NUMBER:
87-05
July 31, 1987
MODEL(S):
Water-Cooled
Vanagon, all m.y.
SUBJECT:
Engine cranks too slowly or won't crank - battery cable
A slow or non-cranking engine condition could be caused by high resistance between the starter motor and battery:
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Check that the battery is fully charged.
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Check the ground connections and battery terminals for tightness and corrosion. Clean and tighten as necessary.
If the condition still exists:
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Install new starter cable or larger diameter, Part Number 251 971 228G.
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Install an extra ground strap from the transmission to the body.