Polaris 500 XC SP - Manual (Page 125)

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MAINTENANCE
Battery
Battery Connections
Keep battery terminals and connections free of corrosion. When clean-
ing is necessary, remove the corrosion with a stiff wire brush. Wash ter-
minals and connections with a solution of one tablespoon baking soda
and one cup water. Rinse well with tap water and dry with clean shop
towels. Coat the terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum jelly.
Battery Removal
1. Disconnect battery hold down straps.
2. Remove battery vent tube from battery.
3. Disconnect black (negative) battery cable first.
4. Disconnect red (positive) battery cable second.
5. Carefully lift the battery out of the snowmobile. Do not tip it side-
ways or spill electrolyte.
CAUTION
Tap water contains minerals that will damage a battery and shorten its life.
Use only distilled water to refill your battery. Never allow cleaning solution or
tap water to enter the battery.
WARNING
Improperly connecting or disconnecting battery cables can result in an explo-
sion and cause serious injury or death. When removing the battery, always
disconnect the negative (black) cable first. When reinstalling the battery,
always connect the negative (black) cable last.
CAUTION
If electrolyte spills, immediately wash it off with a solution of one tablespoon
baking soda and one cup water to prevent damage to the vehicle.