General
Replacement of the negative battery cable will be described here. The positive battery cable is an integral part of the main wiring harness.
Negative cable replacement
1. Unlock and open seat.
2. Remove airbox cover. See 1.4 Airbox and air filter.
3. See Figure 8-22. Remove battery negative terminal (1) fastener.
Figure 8-22. Battery negative cable: 1. Battery terminal @ 6.8-10.8 Nm (60-96 in-lbs); 2. Battery negative cable; 3. Nut @ 6-10 Nm (53-88 in-lbs); 4. Adapter bracket
4. Remove nut (3) securing negative battery cable (2) to stud on adapter bracket (4) and negative battery cable.
5. Install new battery cable. Secure with nut on adapter bracket stud. Tighten to 6-10 Nm (53-88 in-lbs).
6. Secure other end of battery cable to battery negative terminal with fastener. Tighten to 6.8-10.8 Nm (60-96 in-lbs).
7. Turn ignition switch to the FUEL position and close seat. Then turn ignition switch to the LOCK position.
Caution! When closing the seat, make sure the ignition switch is in the FUEL position. If the ignition switch is in any other position when the seat is closed, the seat latch mechanism could be damaged.