Removal Procedure

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WARNING:

Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .

Fig 1: Battery Cable Components

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Open the starter solenoid cable cover at the positive battery terminal.
Loosen the starter solenoid cable nut (5).
Remove the starter solenoid cable from the positive battery terminal.

Fig 2: Front Fender Rear Upper Brace And Bolts

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Remove the right front fender rear upper brace bolts and the brace.

Fig 3: Battery Hold Down Retainer And Bolt

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Remove the battery hold down retainer bolt and the retainer.
Remove the battery.