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IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle. Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

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Battery Installation

WARNING
Improperly connecting or disconnecting battery cables can result in an explosion and cause serious injury, death, vehicle damage, and/or battery damage. When removing the battery, always disconnect the negative (black) cable first. When reinstalling the battery, always connect the negative (black) cable last.
NOTICE

Using a new battery that has not been fully charged can damage the battery and result in a shorter life. It can also hinder vehicle performance. Refer to the battery charging information in the Maintenance chapter before installing the battery.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of sparks when installing the battery, always disconnect the negative (-) cable first and connect the negative (-) cable last.

  1. Clean battery cables and terminals with a stiff wire brush. Corrosion can be removed using a solution of one cup water and one tablespoon baking soda. Rinse well with clean water and dry thoroughly.

  2. Carefully install the battery into the vehicle.

  3. Connect the positive (+) red cable as shown below. Torque to specification.

    • 1 Flange Bolt

    • 2 Battery Cable

    • 3 Internal Tooth Lock Washer

    • 4 Flat Washer

    • 5 Flange Nut (Torque Applied)

    TORQUE

    Battery Terminals:

    62 in-lbs (7 N·m)

  4. Install positive battery boot.

  5. Connect and tighten the negative (-) black cable. Torque to specification.

  6. Verify the battery cables are properly routed.

Parent topic: Battery