IMAC CRT serious firmware issues dude . . .

I was attempting to update my old iMAC CRT to OS 9, and was given the standard "firmware needs to be updated message". In trying to update the firmware, my screen went grey with the following message:
"Bootr, unknown word
failed to boot
Apple iMAC firmware 3.0 f3"
I've tried rebooting with the startup OS9 disk. I've tried zapping the PRAM. I tried booting with the Techtool deluxe to no avail.
I'm thinking is that it's the PRAM battery that needs replacing? Any chance someone out in "MACLand" can provide some helpful advice. Thanks in advance for any assistance in advance!

Based on the firmware number, this iMac G3 sounds like a tray-loader. Here is some information about the firmware.
http://www.avnr55.dsl.pipex.com/dotcom/panthereatsimac/tray.htm
Resetting PRAM would be the first thing to try, but you said you already did that...
If you suspect the battery may be weak or dead, you can try removing it and starting up. Some people have reported that it did not work with bad battery in place, but it did start up with it removed; obviously, the PRAM settings will be lost when the iMac shuts down.
If that does not work, you can also try pressing the CUDA button on the motherboard. For tray-loaders, it is located here.
http://mrjcd.com/junk/CUDA.jpg
Note: ONLY PRESS IT ONE TIME between startup attempts.
The only time I needed to use the CUDA button was when the iMac was completely unresponsive to the power button. If you are getting power, pressing it may not help. But I cannot think of anything else.

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