
138 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and re-
lated accessories contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproduc-
tive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Battery Removal
•
Make sure the ignition switch is
turned off.
•
Remove the rider’s seat (see Seats
section in the GENERAL INFORMA-
TION chapter).
•
Remove the bolt and bracket.
•
Disconnect the negative (–) cable
from the (–) termina l.
•
Slide t he red cap from the positive (+)
terminal.
•
Disconnect the positive (+) cable
from the (+) te rminal.
A. Bolt
B. Bracket
C. Red Cap and (+) Terminal
D. (–) Terminal
•
Take the battery out of the battery
case.
•
Clean the battery using a solution of
baking soda and water. Be sure that
the cab le connec tions are clean.
Battery Installation
•
Place the battery on the battery case.