Polaris 2002 ATV Sportsman 6X6 - Manual (Page 112)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Battery
Battery Removal
1. Disconnect hold down straps holding the electrical box and battery in
position and remove battery cover.
2. Remove the battery vent tube from the battery.
3. Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable first.
4. Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable next.
5. Lift the battery out of the ATV, being careful not to tip it sideways and
spill electrolyte.
Battery Installation and Connections
Battery terminals and connections should be kept free of corrosion.
If cleaning is necessary, remove the corrosion with a stiff wire brush.
Wash with a solution of one tablespoon baking soda and one cup water.
Rinse well with tap water and dry off with clean rags. Coat the
terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum jelly.
Be careful not to allow cleaning solution or tap water into the battery.
If electrolyte spills, immediately wash it off with a solution of one
tablespoon baking soda and one cup water to prevent damage to
the ATV.
CAUTION
To avoid the possibility of explosion, always connect battery cables
in the order specified. Red (positive) cable first; black (negative)
cable last. An exploding battery can cause serious injury or death.
WARNING