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Charging System > < Engine - Cranks Too Slowly or Will Not Crank
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Battery Cable: Customer Interest
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.

Charging System > < Engine - Cranks Too Slowly or Will Not Crank