BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM
17-6
BATTERY
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Always turn the
ignition switch OFF
before removing
the battery.
Remove the right side cover (page 2-4).
Disconnect the battery negative (–) cable first, then
disconnect the battery positive (+) cable.
Remove the nut and battery holder.
Remove the battery.
Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
• Connect the positive (+) cable first, then connect
the negative (–) cable.
• After connecting the battery cables, coat the ter-
minals with grease.
BATTERY TRAY REMOVAL/
INSTALLATION
Remove the battery (page 17-6).
Remove the bolts and battery tray.
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
VOLTAGE INSPECTION
Remove the right side cover (page 2-4).
Measure the battery voltage using a commercially
available digital multimeter.
BATTERY TESTING
Refer to the instructions that are appropriate to the
battery testing equipment available to you.
NEGATIVE (–) CABLE
POSITIVE (+) CABLE
HOLDER
NUT
BATTERY
VOLTAGE (20°C/68°F): Fully charged: 13.0 – 13.2 V
Under charged: Below 12.4 V
TOOL:
Battery tester BM-210 or
BATTERY MATE or
equivalent