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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
When remote
control switch
is activated, a
clicking sound
occurs and
winch does
not operate in
either the power
in or power
out mode.
Battery is inadequate
or defective.
Replace battery with 650 cold cranking amp
rating or greater.
Battery is not fully
charged.
Charge the battery.
Faulty battery cable
or connections.
Clean and tighten all battery connections.
Poor electrical
grounding of thermo
relay wire.
Be sure connections are clean and tight.
Worn or damaged
motor brushes.
Replace winch motor.
Vehicle not running.
Start vehicle & keep running during winching.
Winch Lacks
Power, pulls
slower than
normal, stalls
or does not run
at all.
Ground and power
cables are loosely
connected to battery
or winch terminals.
Be sure connections are clean and tight.
Battery is not fully
charged.
Charge the battery.
Battery is inadequate
or defective.
Replace battery with 650 cold cranking amp
rating or greater.
Battery terminals are
corroded.
Clean battery terminals.
Vehicle not running.
Start vehicle & keep running during winching.
