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Starting System Problems?
BROADVIEW, IL- September 15, 2014 – Before attempting any diagnosis of a vehicle’s starting system, be sure that the battery is properly charged and that all the connections are clean, free of corrosion and tight.
If the engine starts poorly or not at all, check the engine compression, ignition and fuel system.
If the engine cranks slowly or not at all, perform the following checks while cranking to diagnose a possible fault.
- Check the voltage at the battery terminal of the solenoid switch. It should be at least 9.6V or to the manufacturer’s specification. If it is not, check for a voltage drop between the battery and the starter solenoid battery terminal. Clean the battery posts or replace the battery cables. Entire cables should be replaced versus repairing the battery cable ends.
- Check the voltage at the starter terminal. It should also have a minimum of 9.6V (while cranking). If it does not, remove and clean the cable connections. If cleaning does not cure the problem, the starter solenoid is defective and should be replaced
- Perform a “Voltage Drop Test” using a digital volt meter. Place the positive probe on the starter case and the negative probe on the negative battery post. If the reading exceeds .1 volt, clean or replace the battery-to-engine cable or connection.
Find more information at http://www.boschautoparts.com.
Bosch is a proud supporter of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association’s Know Your Parts® education and awareness campaign. This initiative promotes the importance of quality brand name aftermarket parts backed by full service suppliers, and its impact on delivering reliable products to today’s motorists. For more information visit: www.AASAKnowYourParts.org.
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About Bosch:
In the U.S., Canada and Mexico, the Bosch Group manufactures and markets automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial drives and control technology, power tools, security and communication systems, packaging technology, thermotechnology, household appliances, healthcare telemedicine and software solutions. For more information, please visit www.boschusa.com, www.bosch.com.mx and www.bosch.ca.
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. According to preliminary figures, its roughly 281,000 associates generated sales of $61.6 billion USD (46.4 billion euros) in 2013*. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 350 subsidiaries and regional companies in some 60 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. In 2013, Bosch applied for some 5,000 patents worldwide. The Bosch Group’s products and services are designed to fascinate, and to improve the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial. In this way, the company offers technology worldwide that is “Invented for life.” Additional information on the global organization is available online at www.bosch.com, www.bosch-press.com, and http://twitter.com/BoschPresse.
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*Due to a change in legal rules governing consolidation, 2013 figures can only be compared to a limited extent with 2012 figures. Exchange rate: 1 EUR = $1.32812
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