16. BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM/ A.C. GENERATOR ATV 300/250 Lock Lever Seat BATTERY REMOVAL Pull right the lock lever and pull up the seat at the rear. Remove the battery holder, by removing the mount bolts. (Make sure the ignition switch is oFF) Remove the battery by removing the bolt. First disconnect the battery negative (-) cable and then the positive (+) cable. When disconnecting the battery positive (+) cable, do not touch the frame with tool; otherwise it will cause short circuit and sparks to fire the fuel. Negative (-) Cable Positive (+) Cable The installation sequence is the reverse of removal. First connect the positive (+) cable and then negative (-) cable to avoid short circuit. Bolts Battery Holder BATTERY VOLTAGE (OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE) INSPECTION Remove the seat. Disconnect the battery cables. Measure the voltage between the battery terminals. Fully charged : 13.1 V Undercharged : 12.3 V max Battery charging inspection must be performed with a voltmeter. 16-4