Battery Service; Battery Specifications; Battery Removal; Battery Installation - Polaris General 2020 Service Manual

CHASSIS / BODY ELECTRICAL

BATTERY SERVICE

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

Polaris / Johnson Controls
Type
Sealed - Maintenance Free
Voltage
12 V
Nominal Capacity
30 AH
@ 10 HR Rate
CCA 575
Nominal Open
12.8 V or more.
Circuit Voltage
Recommended
1.8 A @ 5-10 HR or 6.0 A @ 1
Charging Rate
HR
IMPORTANT
Never attempt to open the battery. If the seal is broken,
the battery will be ruined and will fail within a few

BATTERY REMOVAL

1. Remove the driver's seat to access the battery
2. Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable.
To reduce the chance of sparks: Whenever removing
the battery, disconnect the black (negative) cable first.
When reinstalling the battery, install the black (negative)
cable last.
3. Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable.
12.28
weeks.
CAUTION
4. Remove the battery hold-down bracket
battery out of the vehicle.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Using a new battery that has not been fully charged can
damage the battery and result in a shorter life. It can
also hinder vehicle performance. Refer to "Battery
Charging" page
q
.
1. Place the battery in the battery holder and secure
with hold-down strap. Torque fastener to
specification.
2. Coat the terminals with dielectric grease.
3. Connect and tighten the red (+)
4. Connect and tighten the black (-)
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. Lift the
NOTICE
procedure before installing the
battery.
TORQUE
Battery Bracket:
3.5 lb-ft (5 Nm)
q
cable first.
w
cable last.
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