Ski-Doo FORMULA III, Shop Manual

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Section 06 ELECTRICAL
Sub-Section 04 (BATTERY)
06-04-2
1. Remove bolt and lock nut
Unfasten battery brackets.
1. Wing screw
All Models
Withdraw battery from vehicle being careful not
lean it so that electrolyte flows out of vent tube.
CAUTION : Should any electrolyte spill-
age occur, immediately wash off with a
solution of baking soda and water to prevent
damage to vehicle components.
CLEANING
Clean the battery, battery casing, vent tube, caps,
cables and battery posts using a solution of baking
soda and water.
CAUTION : Do not allow cleaning solu-
tion to enter battery interior since it will
destroy the electrolyte.
1. Baking soda
Remove corrosion from battery cable terminals
and battery posts using a firm wire brush.
INSPECTION
Visually inspect battery casing for cracks or other
possible damage. If casting is damaged, replace
battery and thoroughly clean battery tray and
close area with water and baking soda.
WARNING : Should the battery casing be
damaged, wear a suitable pair of non-ab-
sorbent gloves when removing the battery by
hand.
Inspect battery posts for security of mounting.
Inspect for cracked or damaged battery caps, re-
place defective caps.
WARNING : Battery caps do not have vent
holes. Make sure that vent tube is not ob-
structed.
HYDROMETER TEST
1. Specific gravity 1.260
A22C0AA
1
A22E0GA
1
-
-
A17E0LA
1
;
;
A17E0JA
1