PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
straight up when checking the electro-
lyte level.
2. Check the electrolyte level in the
battery.
NOTE:
The electrolyte should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
3. If the electrolyte is at or below the
minimum level mark, continue with
the following steps.
4. Remove the rider seat. (See page
5. Disconnect the negative battery
lead from the battery.
6. Disconnect the positive battery
lead and the starter motor lead
from the starter motor relay.
7. Disconnect the couplers shown.
8. Remove the ignition coil assem-
blies by removing the bolts.
9. Add distilled water to raise the
electrolyte to the maximum level
mark.
WARNING
EWA10760
●
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
1. Starter motor lead (black)
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead
1. Ignition coil assembly
2. Bolt
3. Coupler
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