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TECHNICAL DATA
PARTS INSTALLATION
BATTERY
Touring Models Only
During vehicle preparation, the battery can be ac-
tivated as described in Shop Manual.
Battery Removal
Remove belt guard.
Unfasten spark plug cables from fan housing. Un-
plug spark plug caps.
Remove throttle cable and primer hose plastic clip
from air silencer.
Unplug CDI box harness connector.
Slacken collar on carburetor adaptors. Remove air
silencer. CDI box will come along with.
1. Plastic clip
2. CDI box harness connector
Remove battery.
Battery Installation
Install vent tube on battery.
Connect RED positive cable and RED wire to pos-
itive battery terminal.
Connect BLACK negative cable LAST.
Connect vent tube to vehicle fitting on front frame
as shown.
BATTERY CONNECTION
1. Vent tube on fitting
Apply silicone dielectric grease (P/N 413 7017 00) on
battery posts and connectors.
Ensure vent tube is properly installed on battery
elbow, then install protective boot over battery.
Close and fasten retaining strips as shown on the
next photo.
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CAUTION
Prior to charging the battery, always remove
it from the vehicle to prevent electrolyte
spillage.
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WARNING
Always connect the battery cables exactly in
the specified order. Connect RED positive ca-
ble first, then BLACK negative ground cable.
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