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Battery or Battery Cable -
Disconnect
The battery cables or the batteries should not be
removed with the battery cover in place. The bat-
tery cover should be removed before any servic-
ing is attempted.
Removing the battery cables or the batteries with
the cover in place may cause a battery explosion
resulting in personal injury.
1.
Turn the start switch to the OFF position. Turn the
ignition switch (if equipped) to the OFF position
and remove the key and all electrical loads.
2.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Ensure
that the cable cannot contact the terminal. When
four 12 volt batteries are involved, two negative
connection must be disconnected.
3.
Remove the positive connection.
4.
Clean all disconnected connection and battery
terminals.
5.
Use a fine grade of sandpaper to clean the
terminals and the cable clamps. Clean the items
until the surfaces are bright or shiny. DO NOT
remove material excessively. Excessive removal of
material can cause the clamps to not fit correctly.
Coat the clamps and the terminals with a suitable
silicone lubricant or petroleum jelly.
6.
Tape the cable connections in order to help prevent
accidental starting.
7.
Proceed with necessary system repairs.
8.
In order to connect the battery, connect the positive
connection before the negative connector.
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Belt Tensioner - Check
Illustration 33
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Typical example
Remove the belt. Refer to Disassembly and
Assembly, “Alternator Belt - Remove and Install”.
Ensure that the belt tensioner is securely installed.
Visually inspect the belt tensioner (1) for damage.
Check that the pulley on the tensioner rotates freely
and that the bearing is not loose. Some engines have
an idler pulley (2). Ensure that the idler pulley is
securely installed. Visually inspect the idler pulley for
damage. Ensure that the idler pulley can rotate freely
and that the bearing is not loose. If necessary,
replace damaged components.
Install the belt. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly,
“Alternator Belt - Remove and Install”.
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Maintenance Recommendations
Battery or Battery Cable - Disconnect
