Periodic Service
10-12
Keep electrolyte away from eyes, hands
and clothes. If spattered with it, wash it
away completely with water immediately
and get medical attention.
Wear eye protection and rubber gloves
when working around the battery.
The factory –installed battery is a non-refillable
type.If the battery is weak, charge the battery. If
the battery will not take a charge replace the
battery with a new one.
◆Battery charging
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury
When the battery is activated with
hydrogen and oxygen gases which can be
extremely explosive, keep open sparks and
flames away from the battery at all times,
especially when charging the battery.
When disconnecting the cable from the
battery start with the negative terminal
first; when connecting the cable to the
battery, start with the positive terminal first.
Always check battery charge by using a
voltmeter.
① Battery
1. To slowly charge the battery, connect the
battery positive terminal to the chargers
positive terminal and the negative to the
negative terminal. Then recharge the
battery following the instructions on the
battery charger.
2. A boost charge from another vehicle or
power source is only for emergencies.
3. When exchanging an old battery for a new
one use battery of equal specification
shown in table 1.
4.
Battery type Volts
12V32Ah 12
◆Direction for storage
1. When storing the vehicle for a long period,
remove the battery from the vehicle,store
in a dry place out of direct sunlight.
2. The battery will self-discharge while it is
stored. Recharge it once every three
months in hot seasons and once every six
months in cold seasons.
■Adjusting toe-in
Proper toe-in 0 to12 mm (0 to 0.47 in)
1. Park vehicle on flat surface.
2. Turn steering wheel so front wheels are in
the straight ahead position.
3. Lock the park brake and stop the engine.
4. Measure distance between tire beads at
rear of tire at hub height.
5. Front distance should be shorter than rear
distance if not adjust tie rod length.
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