ARMY TM 9-6115-670-14&P
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13. DC AMMETER SHOWS NO CHARGE WHEN VEHICLE BATTERY IS LOW OR DISCHARGED.
STEP 1. Check for broken wires, and loose or corroded electrical connections.
a. If wires are broken or loose, repair the wires, remove the corrosion and tighten the
connections.
b. If the wires are not broken and connections are tight and clean, proceed to step 2.
STEP 2. Check for broken, worn or loose fan belt (para 4.23.).
a. If fan belt is broken, worn or loose replace fan belt.
b. If fan belt is not defective, proceed to step 3.
STEP 3. Check for defective alternator (para 4.36.).
a. If the alternator is defective, replace alternator.
b. If the alternator is not defective, proceed to step 4.
STEP 4. Check for defective battery charging meter.
a. If the battery charging meter is defective, replace battery charging meter.
b. If the battery charging meter is functioning properly, notify next higher level maintenance.
