Replacing The Battery - MZ 125 SX Repair Manual

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Battery
5.3.2 Replacing the Battery
Removal
1. Switch off ignition.
2. Remove the seat and side panel.
3. Unscrew the cable from the negative pole.
4. Unscrew the cable from the positive pole.
5. Store the screw and spacer sleeve (battery with connec-
tions from the top) safely.
6. Remove the degassing hose.
7. Remove the retaining strap.
8. Remove the battery.
9. Inspect the cell rubber strip and retaining strap, replacing if
necessary.
10. Clean the surface, if necessary.
Installation
Danger of short-circuits!
Incorrect polarity can destroy electronic components
and the battery.
Be certain to connect the poles correctly.
During installation, always connect the positive pole
first.
Note:
Install the cable with no kinks or chaffing points.
The battery connections must be clean with secure contacts.
Clean the connections with a brass brush and apply battery
grease.
Make certain that the battery rests securely.
Install the degassing hose such that no acid can-splash onto
parts of the vehicle. .
Replace a defective degassing hose.
1. During battery change, position the bonding sheet on the
front side (leave the level markings visible!).
2. Position the battery and fasten it with the retaining strap (4).
3. Screw the positive cable to the positive pole (connect from
the top with M5x20 screw (2) and spacer sleeve (3)).
Pull the starter relay from the mounting support, if neces-
sary, in order to ease installation and return it after connec-
tion.
4. Replace the rubber cap (1).
5. Connect all earth cables to the negative pole.
6. Remove any blockages in the degassing opening and
connect the degassing hose.
7. Return side panel and seat.
Note:
Always firmly tighten the connections to the poles.
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