Release 00
2003-02
75
Scarabeo 50 I.E.-50/100 4T
3
2
4
CHECKING AND CLEANING TERMINALS AND
CLAMPS
Carefully read p. 74 (BATTERY).
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Access the battery, see page 75 (ACCESSING THE
BATTERY).
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Check that the cable terminals (2) and battery clamps
(3) are:
- in good condition (not corroded or covered with
deposits);
- coated with special grease or Vaseline.
If necessary:
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Make sure that the ignition switch (1) is set to “ ”
(OFF).
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Disconnect, in this sequence, the negative cable (-)
and the positive cable (red) (+).
♦
Use a wire brush to remove all traces of corrosion.
♦
Reconnect, in this sequence, the positive cable (red)
(+) and the negative cable (–).
♦
Coat the terminals and clamps with special grease or
Vaseline.
♦
Replace the battery, see page 77 (BATTERY INSTAL-
LATION).
REMOVING THE BATTERY
Carefully read p. 74 (BATTERY).
ACCESSING THE BATTERY
♦
Make sure that the ignition switch is set to “ ”.
♦
Lift up the saddle.
♦
Remove the battery cover (4).
The battery is connected to the electrical cables.
Do not pull on the cables when removing it.
REMOVING COMPLETELY
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Disconnect, in this sequence, the negative cable (-)
and the positive cable (red) (+).
♦
Disconnect the bleeder pipe.
♦
Remove the battery from its housing and place it on a
flat surface in a cool, dry place.
After removing the battery, store it in a safe place
well out of the reach of children.
CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Carefully read p. 74 (BATTERY).
Your vehicle is equipped with a sealed maintenance free
battery that does not require the check of the level
battery.
WARNING
CAUTION
If your battery is equipped with an overflow tube, always
ensure that it is properly installed, and properly routed.
Failure to adhere to this instruction can cause corrosive
fumes from the battery to cause serious damage to your
vehicle.