APRILIA RSV 1000 R - 2003 Manual page 133

THE BATTERY).
I t i s im po r t a n t t o c h ec k t he c ha r g e
periodically (about once a month), during
the winter or when the vehicle is not used,
in order to prevent the deterioration of the
battery.
Recharge it completely with a normal
charge, see p. 134 (RECHARGING THE
BATTERY).
While we recommend removing the
battery from the vehicle, if you must
leave it in your vehicle, disconnect both
battery cables.
CHECKING AND CLEANING
THE TERMINALS
Carefully read p. 132 (BATTERY).
Make sure that the ignition switch is in
the " " (OFF) position.
Remove the rider saddle, see p. 117
(REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE).
Remove the red rubber boot (1).
Make sure that the cable terminals (2)
and the battery terminals (3) are:
– in good condition (and not corroded or
covered with deposits);
– covered with neutral grease or Vaseline.
If it is necessary to clean the battery
terminals and the cable terminals:
Remove the battery, see p. 133 ().
Brush the cable terminals (2) and the
battery terminals (3) with a wire brush to
eliminate any sign of corrosion.
Install the battery,
(INSTALLING THE BATTERY).
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REMOVING THE BATTERY
When the battery is removed, the digital
clock and red line setting will be reset to
z e r o . S e e p. 38 (MULTIFUNCTION
COMPUTER) for instructions on how to
set clock and red line.
Read page 96 (BATTERY) carefully.
Ensure the ignition switch is in the "
position.
Remove the rider saddle, see p. 117
(REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE).
Release and remove the negative (-)
terminal screw (1).
Slide the negative lead (2) aside.
Lift the red protective cap (3).
Release and remove the positive (+)
terminal screw (4).
Slide the positive lead (5) aside.
see p. 134
Release and remove the two screws (6).
Remove the battery retaining bracket
(7).
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Grasp the battery (8) firmly and lift it out of
its mount.
CAUTION
Once it has been removed, store the
battery in a safe place and keep it away
from children. Even a completely sealed,
maintenance free battery can present a
danger of injury.
Place the battery on a level surface, in a
cool, dry place.
Refit the rider saddle, see p. 117
(REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE).
NOTE
To reinstall the battery, see
p. 134 (INSTALLING THE BATTERY).
CHECKING
THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Carefully read p. 132 (BATTERY).
Your vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance-free battery that does not
require checking of the battery level.
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