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Rear Body Panel/Rack
REMOVING
1. Remove the cap screws and lock nuts securing the
rear rack; then remove the rear rack. Account for the
bushings.
2. Remove one shoulder screw and lock nut and three
plastic rivets (on each side) securing the rear body
panel to the footwells.
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3. Remove two machine screws securing the battery
cover and remove the cover.
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4. Disconnect the battery (negative cable first); then
remove the battery.
5. Disconnect the taillight/brakelight; then remove the
gas tank cap and lift off the rear body panel. Install
the gas tank cap.
NOTE: If the front body panel has not been
removed, the left-side and right-side panels and the
two machine screws must be removed (see Front
Body Panel/Side Panels in this section).
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all rear body panel components with warm
soap and water.
2. Inspect side panels and rear body panel for cracks
and loose rivets.
3. Inspect threaded areas of all mounting bosses for
stripping.
4. Inspect for missing decals.
INSTALLING
1. Remove the gas tank cap and set the rear body panel
in position; then install the cap and connect the tail-
light/brakelight connector.
2. Place the rear rack in position with the bushings and
secure with the cap screws and lock nuts. Tighten
securely.
3. Install one shoulder screw and three plastic rivets (on
each side) to secure the front of the rear body panel
to the footwells.
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4. Place the battery into the battery box; then connect
the battery (positive cable first) and secure with the
battery cover.
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5. Secure the front and rear panels with two machine
screws; then install the left and right side panels.
NOTE: If the front body panel has not been
installed, see Front Body Panel/Side Panels in this
section.
6. Place the seat into position making sure it locks
securely.