Battery Removal - Polaris Sportsman 500 Touring Quadricycle Owner's Manual

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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. Disconnect the battery hold-down strap.
3. Remove the battery cover (if equipped).
4. On conventional batteries, remove the battery vent tube.
5. Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable first.
6. Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable last.
7. Lift the battery out of the vehicle. Be careful not to tip a conven-
tional battery sideways, which could spill electrolyte.
NOTE: If electrolyte spills, immediately wash it off with a solution of one table-
spoon baking soda and one cup water to prevent damage to the vehi-
cle.
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