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SAFTEY
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
Always remove the key from key switch before
you disconnect an active circuit.
When you connect the battery cables, pay par-
ticular attention to the polarity of the battery
terminals. Do not confuse the positive and
negative cables.
Engage the parking brake, except when the
power-train must be allowed to rotate or the
brake system needs service.
If repairs are to be made that will require weld-
ing or cutting, the battery must be removed.
Open flame or sparks can cause an explosion.
Keep all flammable materials away from the
battery.
Never operate the starter with the spark plugs
removed unless the ignition system has been
disabled and the engine and exhaust are cold.
Fuel expelled from the cylinders could be
ignited by the ignition system or the hot
exhaust system.
Never work on an engine that is hot.
Never test the ignition system without either
connecting the spark plug lead to a tester or
spare grounded spark plug.
If the spark function is to be observed at the
spark plug, be sure to install a spare spark
plug into the open cylinder before operating
the starter.
Never test the function of a fuel pump near a
hot engine or other source of flame or combus-
tion.
Never confuse the hoses to and from the fuel
pump. Confirm that the carburetor and pulse
lines are correctly installed before you start the
engine (see FUEL SYSTEM section).
Use insulated wrenches to decrease the risk of
the possibility of a dropped wrench causing a
short-circuit if it falls across the battery termi-
nals.
Aerosol containers of battery terminal
protectant must be used with extreme care.
Insulate any metal container to decrease the
risk of the container from contacting battery
terminals which could result in an explosion.
Never work around or operate a vehicle in an
environment that does not ventilate exhaust
gases from the area.
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) is deadly.
Carbon monoxide is an odorless gas that is
formed as a natural part of the incomplete
combustion of hydrocarbon fuels. Carbon
monoxide is a dangerous gas that can cause
unconsciousness and is potentially lethal.
The following are symptoms of carbon
monoxide inhalation:
Dizziness
Vomiting
Intense headache
Muscular twitching
Weakness and sleepiness
Throbbing in temples
If experiencing any of these symp-
toms, get fresh air immediately.
Battery Removal and Installation
Tool List Qty.
Insulated Wrench, 1/2”.................................................1
Socket, 1/2”..................................................................1
Extension, 12"..............................................................1
Ratchet ........................................................................1
Torque Wrench, in. lbs. ...............................................1
Battery Carrier .............................................................1
Hardware that is removed must be installed in its origi-
nal position unless otherwise specified. If the torque val-
ues are not specified, refer to the Torque Specifications
table in the GENRAL INFORMATION AND ROUTINE
MAINTENANCE section.
At the battery, remove the negative (-) cable before
removing the positive (+) cable. Remove the screw (2)
from the battery hold down and remove the battery (Fig-
ure. 1).
Connect the positive (+) battery cable first and then
connect the negative (-) battery cable.
Install the battery in reverse order of removal.
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