1997-2001 Honda TRX250 Fourtrax Recon Service Manual, Page 6Get this manual
GENERAL INFORMATION BATTERY HYDROGEN GASELECTROLYTE
The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes awayProvide adequate ventilation when charging The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte) Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns, Wear protective clothing and face shield- If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water- If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least 75 minutes and call physician immediately Electrolyte is poisonous- If swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and folow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and call physicianKEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
SERVICE RULES
1Use genuine HONDA or HONDA-recommen ded parts and lub ri can ts or the ir equiva lentsPa rt that do n't meet HO DA's design specif ications may cause damage to the vehic le2Use Hle special tools designed for his roduct to avo id damage and incorrect assem bly3Use only met ri too ls hen servicing the veh icle etr ic bo lts, nuts and screws are not interchangea ble wi Eng lish fasteners4lnstall new gaskets, a-rings, cotter pins, and lock pla tes whe reassembling5When tighteni ng bo lts nuts, begin wi th th larger diameter or inne bolt fi rstThen ight en to the speci ied torque diagona ll in incremental steps unless particu lar sequence is spec ified 6Clean parts in cleaning solvent upon disassemblyLubricate any slidi ng surfaces before reasse mb ly 7After reassembly, check all pa rts for proper installat ion and operation8Route all cable and harness routing as shown on pages 1-20 through 1-23 Ca ble and Harness Routing