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MAINTENANCE

ELECTRICAL AND IGNITION SYSTEM

BATTERY MAINTENANCE BATTERY CHARGING / OFF SEASON
Keep battery terminals and connections free of STORAGE
corrosion. If cleaning is necessary, remove the corrosion Refer to Charging Procedure , page 11.25and Battery Off
with a stiff wire brush. Wash with a solution of one Season Storage, page 11.24 in the electrical chapter.
tablespoon baking soda and one cup water. Rinse well
with tap water and dry off with clean shop towels. Coat
the terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum jelly. BATTERY REMOVAL
1. Remove the driver’s seat to access the battery q.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Batteries, battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, and
other chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains sulfuric
acid. Serious burns can result from contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Antidote:
• External: Flush with water.
• Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk. 2. Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable(s).
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or 3. Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable(s).
vegetable oil. Call physician immediately.
• Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get CAUTION
prompt medical attention.
To reduce the chance of sparks: Whenever removing
Batteries produce explosive gases. the battery, disconnect the black (negative) cable first.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate When reinstalling the battery, install the black (negative)
when charging or using in an enclosed space. Always cable last.
shield eyes when working near batteries.
4. Remove the battery hold-down bracket w.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

NOTE
Batteries must be fully charged before use or battery
life will be reduced by 10-30% of full potential. Charge
battery according to “Charging Procedure”, page 11.25.
Do not use the vehicle’s stator/alternator to charge a
new battery.

5. Lift the battery out of the vehicle.

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