E-Z-GO FREEDOM RXV 2+2 - Manual (Page 41)

OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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Owner’s Guide
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Fig. 25 Preparing Acid Neutralizing Solution
Allow the solution to set for at least three minutes; use a
soft bristle brush or cloth to wipe the tops of the batter-
ies in order to remove any residue that could cause the
self-discharge of the battery. Rinse the entire area with
low pressure clear water. All of the items required for
complete battery cleaning and watering are contained in
the Battery Maintenance Kit (P/N 25587-G01).
Cleaning should take place once a month or more often
under extreme conditions. After batteries are clean and
dry, the terminals should be coated with a commercially
available protectant. Aerosol containers of battery
terminal protectant must be used with extreme care.
Insulate the metal container to prevent the can from
contacting the battery terminals.
BATTERY REMOVAL & INSTAL-
LATION
Tool List Qty.
Insulated Wrench, 9/16" .............................................. 1
Socket, 1/2" Deep-well ................................................ 1
Socket, 9/16" ............................................................... 1
Ratchet........................................................................ 1
Battery Carrier Strap ................................................... 2
Torque Wrench, in. lbs................................................. 1
Portable Lifting Device ................................................ 1
Torx Bit, 50 IP.............................................................. 1
Batteries are heavy.
Use proper lifting tech-
niques when moving
them. Always lift the
battery with a commer-
cially available battery
lifting device. Use care
not to tip batteries when
removing or installing them; spilled electrolyte
can cause burns and damage.
In the following text, there are references to removing/installing
bolts, etc. Additional hardware (nuts, washers, etc.) that is
removed must always be installed in its original position unless
otherwise specified. Non-specified torques are as shown in the
torque specifications (See Fig. 20).
1. Turn vehicle key to the "OFF" position and remove the
key.
2. Using an insulated wrench, disconnect the main nega-
tive (-), BL-, battery cable.
3. Using an insulated wrench, disconnect the main posi-
tive (+), BL+, battery cable.
4. Using an insulated wrench, disconnect and remove all
other wires connected to the batteries.
5. 4 - 12V Battery System: Remove the two Pan Head
Torx screws, (one on each side) from the Battery
Strap.
6 - 8V Battery System: Remove two hex nuts secur-
ing battery retainer until they are at the end of the J-
bolt, unhook the J-bolts from the battery tray. When
removing the J-bolts from between the batteries it may
help to tilt the battery to the outside of the car to re-
lease the pressure on the J-bolt.
6. 4 - 12V Battery System: Remove the battery hold
down and the battery strap by loosening all three hex
nuts until they are at the end of the J-bolt and unhook-
ing the J-bolts from the battery tray. When removing
the J-bolts from between the batteries it may help to
tilt the battery to the outside of the car to release the
pressure on the J-bolt.
6 - 8V Battery System: Remove hardware securing
battery hold down and keep it aside for later installa-
tion.
7. 4 - 12V Battery System: Remove the batteries using
commercially available battery carrier straps (2 per
1 1/2 GAL (6 Liters) Water
Non-Metalic Wand
1/4 Cup (60 ML)
Baking Soda
2 GAL (8 Liters)
Gargen Sprayer
(1 1/2 GAL (6 Liters)
Baking Soda Solution
NOTICE