SAFETY
General Warning
1
WARNING
• Any modification or change to the vehicle that affects the stability or handling of the vehicle, or
increases maximum vehicle speed beyond factory specifications, could result in severe personal
injury or death.
• Lift only one end of the vehicle at a time. Use a suitable lifting device (chain hoist or hydraulic floor
jack) with 1000 lb. (454 kg) minimum lifting capacity. Do not use lifting device to hold vehicle in raised
position. Use approved jack stands of proper weight capacity to support the vehicle and chock
the wheels that remain on the floor. When not performing a test or service procedure that requires
movement of the wheels, lock the brakes.
• If wires are removed or replaced, make sure wiring and wire harness are properly routed and secured.
Failure to properly route and secure wiring could result in vehicle malfunction, property damage,
personal injury, or death.
• For vehicles with cargo beds, remove all cargo before raising the bed or servicing the vehicle. If the
vehicle is equipped with a prop rod, ensure that it is securely engaged while bed is raised. Do not
close bed until all persons are clear of cargo bed area. Keep hands clear of all crush areas. Do not
drop cargo bed; lower gently and keep entire body clear. Failure to heed this warning could result in
severe personal injury or death.
• Improper use of the vehicle or failure to properly maintain it could result in decreased vehicle
performance, severe personal injury, or death.
• Do not leave children unattended on vehicle.
DISABLING THE VEHICLE
1.
Set the park brake.
2.
Turn the key switch OFF and remove the key.
3.
Place the Forward/Reverse control in the NEUTRAL position.
4.
In addition, chock the wheels if servicing or repairing the vehicle.
DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY – GASOLINE VEHICLES
1.
Disable the vehicle.
See Disabling the Vehicle on page 1-3.
2.
Disconnect the battery cables, negative (–) cable first, as shown
.
3.
Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s).
CONNECTING THE BATTERY – GASOLINE VEHICLES
1.
Connect the battery cables, positive (+) cable first.
2.
Tighten battery terminals to 80 in-lb (9 N·m).
3.
Coat terminals with Battery Terminal Protector Spray (CCI P/N 1014305) to minimize corrosion.
4.
Connect the spark plug wire(s) to the spark plug(s).
2007-2009 Turf 252, Carryall 252 and XRT 900 Maintenance and Service Manual
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