TM 5-3825-229-14&P
4-22. BATTERY
THIS TASK COVERS:
a
Removal
b.
Repair
c.
Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools Required:
Nomenclature:
General Mechanics
Tool Kit
WARNING
Electrical shock hazard exists. Ensure battery cables are disconnected prior to
servicing electrical or engine components.
WARNING
Wear protective face shield when servicing the battery to protect the facial skin in
case that the battery acid splashes and would come in contact with the skin and
cause burns. Avoid contact with the eyes. lf contact occurs, flush eyes with cold
water and seek immediate medical attention. Wear rubber gloves and avoid acid
contact with the skin. lf contact occurs, wash immediately with cold water and
seek medical attention as necessary.
a.
Removal.
(1) Remove nuts (10), washers (11) and screws (12). Remove guard cover (13).
(2)
Loosen terminal clamp (4) holding battery cable (5) to negative battery terminal (6). Remove battery cable from
negative battery terminal.
(3)
Loosen terminal clamp (1) holding battery cable (2) to positive battery terminal (3). Remove battery cable from
positive battery terminal.
(4) Remove screws (7), nuts (8) and holddown (9) securing battery in battery well on chassis.
(5) Remove battery.
b.
Repair.
For battery repair, refer to TM9-6140-20014, Operators', Unit, Direct Support and General Support Maintenance for Lead
Acid Storage Batteries.
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