Battery Removal - Polaris Hawkeye 300 2X4 Owner's Manual

Battery
Improperly connecting or disconnecting battery cables can result in an
explosion and cause serious injury or death. When removing the battery,
always disconnect the negative (black) cable first. When reinstalling the
battery, always connect the negative (black) cable last.

Battery Removal

1. Place the transmission in PARK.
2. Open the front cover.
3. Disconnect the battery hold-
down strap.
4. On conventional batteries,
remove the battery vent
tube.
5. Disconnect the black (nega-
tive) battery cable first.
6. Disconnect the red (posi-
tive) battery cable last.
7. Lift the battery out of the
vehicle. Be careful not to tip
a conventional battery sideways, which could spill electrolyte.
If electrolyte spills, immediately wash it off with a solution of one tablespoon
baking soda and one cup water to prevent damage to the vehicle.
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