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Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
When remote
control switch is
activated, a click-
ing 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
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