Electrical; Battery; Fuse - BOMBARDIER rally 200 Operator's Manual

ELECTRICAL

WARNING
Unless otherwise informed, always turn ig-
nition switch to OFF before performing any
maintenance or repair on electrical sys-
tem.

Battery

WARNING
Never charge a battery while installed in
vehicle.
Clean battery post with a wire brush. Apply
dielectric grease (P/N 293 550 004) or an
equivalent on post to protect against oxida-
tion.
Removal
Disconnect BLACK (-) cable first then RED
(+) cable.
WARNING
Always respect this order for disassembly;
disconnect BLACK (-) cable first. Electro-
lyte or fuel vapors can be present in engine
compartment and a spark may ignite them
ad possibly cause personal injuries.
Remove the holding strap.
Remove battery from vehicle being careful
not to tilt it so that electrolyte flows out of vent
tube.
WARNING
Electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Wear protective eyeglasses and a suitable
pair of non-absorbent gloves when remov-
ing the battery by hand.
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CAUTION: Should any electrolyte spillage
occur, immediately wash off with a solution of
baking soda and water.
Cleaning
Clean battery, battery casing, cables and bat-
tery posts using a solution of baking soda and
water.
Remove corrosion from battery cable termi-
nals and battery posts using a firm wire brush.
Battery top should be cleaned by soft brush
and any grease-cutting soap or baking soda
solution.
Installation
Reinstall battery in vehicle.
WARNING
Connect RED (+) cable first then BLACK
(-) cable. Always connect RED (+) cable
first.

Fuse

If the fuse is damaged, replace it by one of the
same rating.
CAUTION: Do not use a higher rated fuse as
this can cause severe damage.