Abstract: A crossing guard maintenance system is disclosed for use with a disabled crossing guard control system. The crossing guard control system has a motor mechanically coupled to a crossing guard arm and a counterweight arm. The motor is used for moving the crossing guard arm between up and down positions. The maintenance system includes a function switch for alternating between normal and maintenance modes of the system. In maintenance mode, a diode is electrically connected to the motor to form a motor/diode circuit that provides a path for current when the polarity of the motor is reversed and it operates as a generator. The maintenance system also includes an electrical power source connected to a momentary switch for providing power to the motor. A method for using the maintenance system is also disclosed for use in repairing a disabled crossing guard mechanism.