Remove/install starter battery - AR54.10-P-0008SX

MODEL 216.3 up to 1.6.08 except CODE (809) Model year 2009 

MODEL 221.0/1 up to 1.6.08 except CODE (809) Model year 2009 

Shown on model 221 

Fig 1: Identifying Starter Battery Remove/Install Components - Shown On Model 221

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	Remove/install
	Risk of explosion  caused by escaping oxyhydrogen gas. Risk of injury  caused by caustic burns to eyes, skin and mucous membranes from battery electrolyte (contains diluted sulfuric acid) or metal spatter due to short circuit. Risk of burn injuries  caused by short circuit. Risk of poisoning  caused by swallowing battery electrolyte (contains diluted sulfuric acid) or absorption of lead over the skin or orifices	No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking. Wear acid-resistant gloves and clothing and safety glasses with side guards. Do not place any conductive objects on the battery and avoid any short circuit from battery positive to ground. Only fill liquid battery electrolyte (diluted sulfuric acid) into suitable and appropriately marked containers.	AS54.10-Z-0001-01A
	Notes on battery		AH54.10-P-0001-01A
1	Disconnect ground line (4) from starter battery (G1/4)	Do not disconnect ground line from on-board electrical system battery.	AR54.10-P-0003SX
2	Remove retaining bracket (1)
3	Disconnect positive lead (3) on starter battery (G1/4)	Pay attention to tight seating of the positive line (3) otherwise damage to the positive terminal and electrical system can occur.
4	Detach bleed hose (2) and remove starter battery (G1/4)	If the starter battery (G1/4) is replaced the defective starter battery (G1/4) must be properly disposed of. Refer to: ↓
		Dispose of battery	OS54.10-P-0001-01Z
5	Install in the reverse order