Polaris SPORTSMAN 570 2019 Owner's Manual page 135

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. Follow the
battery charging procedure in Chapter 10 "Electrical" before installing the
To reduce the chance of sparks: Whenever removing the battery, disconnect
the black (negative) cable first. When reinstalling the battery, install the black
Batteries on SP models are mounted outside the frame in a similar location. All
1. Clean battery cables and terminals with a stiff wire brush. Corrosion can be
removed using a solution of one cup water and one tablespoon baking soda.
Rinse well with clean water and dry thoroughly.
2. Place the Battery in the tray.
3. Coat terminals and bolt threads with Nyogel® Grease.
4. Connect and tighten the red (positive) cable
(negative) cable last.
removal and installation steps are the same.
Nyogel® Grease
(PN 2871329)
TORQUE
Battery Terminals:
5 ft-lbs (7 Nm)
NOTICE
battery.
CAUTION
NOTICE
t
. Torque to specification.
MAINTENANCE
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