Maintenance
Battery Disassembly
Place the vehicle on the level ground and park.
Turn off the stop switch, turn the key to the OFF position, make sure the ignition system is in power off
condition for the vehicle.
Remove front access cover.
Remove the black negative wire ( - ).
Remove the red positive wire ( + ).
Remove the battery belt.
Take out the battery.
Battery maintenance
Apply a mixture of baking soda and water with a soft brush to clean the battery top and terminals.
Clean away dirt and any corrosion on positive and negative wire terminals with a stiff brush.
A special battery charger ( constant low voltage / ampere ) is required for recharging low-maintenance
batteries. Using a conventional battery charger may shorten the battery life.
If the vehicle will not be used for a month or longer, take out the battery and store it in a cool, dry place.
Completely recharge the battery before re-installation. When charging the battery, it should be taken out from
the vehicle.
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