Polaris 340 Classic Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE
Battery
Battery Connections
Keep battery terminals and connections free of corrosion. When
cleaning is necessary, remove the corrosion with a stiff wire brush.
Wash terminals and connections with a solution of one tablespoon
baking soda and one cup water. Rinse well wi th tap water and dry with
clean shop t owels. Coat t he terminals with d ielectric grease or
petroleum jelly.
Battery Rem oval
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
sideways or spill electrolyte.
Ta p water contains minerals t hat will damage a battery and
shorten its life. Use only distilled water to refill your bat tery.
Never allow cleaning solution or tap water to enter the battery.
CAUTION
Improperly connecting or disconnecting battery cables can result
in an explosion and cause serious injury or death. When
removing the battery, always disconnect t he negative (black)
cable first. When reinstalling the battery, always connect the
negative (black) cable last.
WARNING
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.
CAUTION