Removing & Installing Body Components

12 V Battery

Rubber strap Positive terminal Negative terminal 12 V Battery

Removal

Make sure the electrical system is turned off.

Cancel the 12 V battery automatic charge mode.

Remove the seat.

Remove the inlet cover.

Unhook the rubber strap.

Disconnect the negative ⊝ terminal from the 12 V battery.

Disconnect the positive ⊕ terminal from the 12 V battery.

Remove the 12 V battery, taking care not to drop the terminal nuts.

Installation

Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Always connect the positive ⊕ terminal first. Make sure bolts and nuts are tight.

Make sure the clock information is correct after the 12 V battery is reconnected.

For proper handling of the 12 V battery, see “Maintenance Fundamentals.”
“12 V Battery Goes Dead.”

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