KTM 300 EXC - 15 Electrical System; Removing the 12-V Battery

15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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15.1 Removing the 12-V battery
Note
Environmental hazard 12 V batteries contain environmentally hazardous materials.
– Do not dispose of 12 V batteries as household waste.
– Dispose of 12 V batteries at a collection point for used batteries.
Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with
the applicable regulations.
Preparatory work
– Remove the seat. ( p. 66)
F00138-10
Main work
Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause
serious chemical burns.
– Keep 12 V batteries out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety
glasses.
– Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
– Keep sparks or open flames away from the 12 V
battery.
– Only charge 12 V batteries in well-ventilated
rooms.
– Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of
water in the event of contact with the skin.
– Rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and
consult a doctor immediately if battery acid and
battery gases get into the eyes.
–
Disconnect negative cable
1
from the 12-V battery.
–
Pull back positive terminal cover
2
and disconnect the posi-
tive cable from the 12-V battery.
–
Remove screw
3
.
–
Pull holding bracket
4
forward and remove the 12-V battery
upwards.