SkyTrak 6042 Service Manual - Manual (Page 497)

9.127 Model 6042 Legacy Origin 7/02
Electrical System
2. Unplug the switch connector (Fig. 9-120, 1) from the
cab harness connector.
3. The switch (Fig. 9-120, 1) is threaded into the
transmission housing or case (2). Remove the switch.
b. Transmission Temperature Switch Disassembly
DO NOT disassemble the switch. Replace a defective or
faulty switch with a new part.
c. Transmission Temperature Switch Inspection
and Replacement
Inspect the switch and the wiring harness connector
terminals for continuity. Replace a defective or faulty
switch.
d. Transmission Temperature Switch Installation
and Testing
1. Thread the switch (Fig. 9-120, 1) into the
transmission housing (2) snugly.
2. Connect the switch connector (Fig. 9-120, 1) to the
wiring harness connector.
3. Connect the negative (–) battery cable to its battery
terminal (Fig. 9 -122, 1).
4. Clear the area around the vehicle of personnel and
any obstructions to vehicle travel.
5. Start the engine, allow all systems to reach
operating temperature and observe the operator’s
instrument cluster for transmission temperature
switch indication.
6. If the switch is not defective, the problem could be
elsewhere; possibly in a shorted wire, clogged or
defective transmission cooler, defective display, etc.
9.15.13 Engine Block Heater
The engine is equipped with an engine block heater
(Fig. 9 -123, 1) that can be plugged into a standard
110/120V A.C. grounded outlet, to heat the engine coolant.
When temperatures are below 10° F (-12° C), the block
heater should be used to aid in starting.
Figure 9-123 Engine Block Heater
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