Kawasaki 1600 - Manual (Page 27)

PREPARATION 25
Battery Model Name for
VN1600–D1: FTZ16–BS
A. Model Name of the Electrolyte
B. Model Name of the Battery
CAUTION
Sealed battery electrolyte has a higher
concentration of sulfuric acid.
Each
container contains the proper amount
of electrolyte for its specific battery.
Insufficient or incorrect electrolyte will
reduce battery performance and service
life. Electrolyte over capacity can lead
to battery cracking or leaking and result
in corrosion damage to the vehicle.
Riders Seat Removal
•
Remove the bolt (D = 6, L = 14) and pull the
passenger’s seat rearward.
A. Bolt (D = 6, L = 14)
B. Passenger’s Seat
•
Remove the bolt (D = 6, L = 14) and pull the
rider’s seat rearward.
A. Rider’s Seat
B. Bolt (D = 6, L = 14)
•
Remove the screw (D = 6, L = 14) and pull
the right side cover outward to clear the pro-
jections.
A. Right Side Cover
B. Screw (D = 6, L = 14)
C. Projections
•
Unfasten the wiring clamp.
•
Remove the two battery holder nuts, and dis-
connect the white 1 P (Pin), 2 P, and the 3 P
connectors.
•
Disconnect the 6 P connector and remove
the black diagnosis 4 P connector from the
holder, and then unfasten the plastic clamp
on the bottom of the battery holder while lift-
ing the holder.