Electrical And Ignition System; Battery Maintenance; Battery Charging / Off Season Storage; Battery Removal - Polaris RZR XP 1000 2017 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE

ELECTRICAL AND IGNITION SYSTEM

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Keep battery terminals and connections free of
corrosion. If cleaning is necessary, remove the corrosion
with a stiff wire brush. Wash with a solution of one
tablespoon baking soda and one cup water. Rinse well
with tap water and dry off with clean shop towels. Coat
the terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum jelly.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Batteries, battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, and
other chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains sulfuric
acid. Serious burns can result from contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Antidote:
• External: Flush with water.
• Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call physician immediately.
• Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate
when charging or using in an enclosed space. Always
shield eyes when working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Batteries must be fully charged before use or battery
life will be reduced by 10-30% of full potential. Charge
battery according to "Charging Procedure", page 11.48.
Do not use the vehicle's stator/alternator to charge a
new battery.
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NOTE
BATTERY CHARGING / OFF SEASON
STORAGE
Refer to Charging Procedure , page 11.48 and Battery
Off Season Storage, page 11.47 in the electrical chapter.

BATTERY REMOVAL

1. Remove the driver's seat to access the battery
2. Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable(s).
3. Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable(s).
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of sparks: Whenever removing
the battery, disconnect the black (negative) cable first.
When reinstalling the battery, install the black (negative)
cable last.
4. Remove the battery hold-down bracket
5. Lift the battery out of the vehicle.
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