SERVICE
Service - 44
Servicing The Battery
CAUTION
Batteries contain poisonous and hazardous sub-
stances. Dispose of used batteries in accordance
with local laws.
DANGER
The battery produces a ammable and explosive
gas. The battery may explode.
• Wear eye protection and gloves.
• Do not smoke near the battery.
• Keep arcs, sparks, and open ames away from
batteries.
• Do not allow direct metal contact across the
battery posts.
• Remove the negative battery cable rst when
disconnecting the battery.
• Install the negative battery cable last when
connecting the battery.
WARNING
Avoid Personal Injury!
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. It is poi-
sonous and can cause severe chemical burns.
• Wear eye and skin protection.
• Keep skin protected.
• If battery electrolyte is spilled on skin or clothing,
change clothing and wash aected skin immedi-
ately. Seek medical attention, if necessary.
• If battery
electrolyte
is splashed in eyes, ush
immediately with water for 15-30 minutes and
seek immediate medical attention.
• If
battery electrolyte is swallowed, get medical
attention immediately. Drink large quantities of
water, followed by Milk of Magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. DO NOT give uids that
would induce vomiting.
Removing The Battery
1. Park the power unit on a level surface.
2. Engage the parking brake and shut o the engine.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
4. Open the left hood panel.
5.
A
B
C
Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable (A).
6. Disconnect the positive (+) battery cable (B).
7. Remove the battery retainer (C).
8. Remove the battery.
Installing The Battery
1. Install the battery on the left fender with the
negative post to the front.
2. Install the battery retainer and torque the bolt to
210 in-lbs (24 Nm).
3. Connect the positive battery cable to the positive
battery post rst.
4. Connect the negative battery cable to the nega-
tive battery post last.
5. Apply dielectric grease to the battery terminals
to prevent corrosion.
6. Place the covers back over the battery terminals.
7. Close the left hood panel.
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