ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Battery
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NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the park brake cable or differential lock cable to service or remove the
battery.
8. Remove the battery hold-down clamp from the battery.
9. Lift the battery from the vehicle. See following WARNING.
∆ WARNING
• Keep the battery in an upright position to prevent electrolyte leakage. Tipping the battery
beyond a 45° angle in any direction can allow a small amount of electrolyte to leak out of the
vent hole. Do not exceed this 45° angle when lifting, carrying or installing battery. The battery
acid could cause severe personal injury when accidentally coming in contact with the skin or
eyes, and could damage clothing.
Charging the Battery
Read DANGER and WARNING on page 12-1 and DANGER on page 12-31.
1. Charge the battery using an automotive type 12-volt battery charger. Follow all warnings and proce-
dures supplied by the battery charger manufacturer.
2. Attach the positive charger cable (+) to the positive (+) battery post.
3. Attach the negative charger cable (–) to the negative (–) battery post.
4. The battery may be charged with a slow charge (3-10 amps) or a fast charge (20-30 amps). Charge
until the specific gravity reaches 1.250. See following WARNING.
Figure 12-33 Battery Removal
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