Maintenance, Battery – Polaris 2013 WideTrak LX 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 with tap water and dry with
clean shop towels. Coat the terminals with dielectric grease or
petroleum jelly.

Battery Removal

WARNING! Improperly connecting or disconnecting battery cables can result in
an explosion 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.

1. Disconnect the battery hold-down straps.

2. Remove the battery vent tube from battery.

3. Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable first.

4. Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable last.

5. Carefully lift the battery out of the snowmobile. Do not tip it

sideways or spill electrolyte.

NOTICE: 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.

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