4. Regular inspection
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Electric system
Battery
•
Check for the electrolyte leakage by crack in the
battery, and replace the battery if defective.
•
Check the amount of electrolyte, and replenish distilled
water if insufficient.
•
Check the specific gravity of electrolyte. If it is below
the specified value (1.12 ~ 1.28), replenish it.
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Starter
When servicing the engine, immerse the starter motor’s
pinion gear and ring gear in the fuel, wash them
completely, and apply grease again. When you clean the
surrounding of engine, be careful so that water may not
enter the starter.
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liqui
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liqui
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lsotator
UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL
CAUTION
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Starter should be protected from humidity all the
time.
•
Before working on the electric system, be sure to
disconnect the ground wire (“-” minus wire) of
the battery. Short circuit may occur while working
on the electrical system. Connect the ground wire
last after completing all of work.