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Care and Maintenance
Care and Maintenance
4.1.2 The level of electrolyte should be
checked once in a month. In case of a
normal decrease (0.5 cm) put in distilled
water only so as to reach the upper level
indicated on the battery. In case of a
marked decrease (1 cm or more), please
get the battery checked at the nearest
service station.
Caution :
1.
Battery should be removed if the vehicle is to be
washed lying on its side.
2.
Use only 8 Amp fuse to prevent serious damage to
the wiring harness & battery. Ignition switch should
be in "off" position while replacing fuse.
4.2
Removal and refitting the battery
4.2.1 Turn the ignition key to "off" position.
4.2.2 Remove the left hand side cowl as
explained on page 32.
4.2.3 Remove the screw securing ground
cable (black) connected to the negative
(–) battery terminal by using the Philips
end of the screw driver from your tool
kit. (Fig. 44)
4.2.4 Similarly follow the procedure for
removing the red cable connected to the
positive (+) battery terminal.
4.2.5 Remove the battery and bleeder tube.
4.2.6 Detach the fastener belt and take out the
battery.
Precaution :
Keep the battery and bleeder tube away from the
vehicle to avoid any damage to the painted surface of
the scooter due to leakage or spillage of battery
electrolyte.
4.3
Installation :
4.3.1 Clean the battery box.
4.3.2 Clean the battery thoroughly from the
outside.
4.3.3 Put the battery in the battery box.
4.3.4 Connect the fastener belt first to the
lower hook, then hold the battery firmly
with one hand, stretch the belt and
fasten it in the upper hook. Re-check if
the battery is fastened firmly (Fig. 48).
4.3.5 Re-fix battery bleeder tube and ensure
that it is routed properly through its
clamp.
4.3.6 Fix the "Positive" (+) terminal first and
then the "Negative" (–) terminal.
4.3.7 Make sure the battery cable does not
touch any metallic surface during
fitment.
4.3.8 Apply petroleum jelly around the
terminals to prevent corrosion.
4.3.9 Ensure, Protection cap provided on
battery harness is fixed properly on
positive (+) terminal of battery.
Caution :
Always ensure that the bleeder tube is not clogged,
crimped or bent. The tube should be of proper length
i.e. 9". Replace the bleeder tube in case it is not of
correct length or it is clogged, or bent.
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