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Hyster J40XMT:
motor starts with no key

Have a Electric Hyster J40 and as soon as i connect the plug the motor will turn on. I believe its the control motor, not the drive. Not to sure where to start to look why this is happening. Any info would be great help..thank you
  • Posted 14 Jul 2018 02:34
  • Discussion started by PleaseFix
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It is either the pump motor or the power steering. You probably have some welded contact tips.
  • Posted 14 Jul 2018 05:34
  • Reply by BREWSKI
  • Nebraska, United States
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