17. BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM MXU 500 IRS BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION Battery removal 1. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF. 2. Remove the seat (refer to the "FRAME COVERS" section in the chapter 2) 3. Release the rings and remove the rubber band (1). 4. Disconnect the negative (-) terminal lead (2) from the battery first, then disconnect the positive (+) terminal lead (3). 5. Remove the battery. Battery installation 1. Install in the reverse order of removal. 2. After installing the battery, check to see if the battery cables are routed correctly. After connecting the battery cables, coat the terminals with grease. VOLTAGE INSPECTION Remove the battery cover (see above). Measure the battery voltage using a commercially available digital multi-meter. Voltage (20C/68C): Fully charged: 13.013.2 V Under charged: below 12.3 V 17-5