Service manual

Group 170 Preventive Maintenance

Function Check of Wipers and Washers

Check the wiper arm tension and condition of the wiper

blades.

Check Battery Mounting, Connections

and Fluid Levels

To complete a function check of the battery mounting,

and connections, complete the following:

1 Inspect battery hold-downs for proper placement

and tightness.

2 Make sure the connections are free from corrosion.

3 Inspect cables for proper length, chaﬁng and proper

routing.

4 Check terminals for tightness and cracks.

5 Remove any corrosion from cable ends and battery

posts.

6 After cleaning, spray corrosive preventive on posts,

terminals and general area around them.

7 Ensure that the battery ground connections from the

engine to the frame are secure and free from corro-

sion.

Note: The battery ground connection goes directly to the

starter motor.