2007-2010 Kawasaki Ultra 250X/260X/260LX PWC Factory Service Manual, Page 377Get this manual
14-18 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Precautions
There are number of important precautions that should be followed servicing electrical systems0 00 not reverse the battery cable connectionsThis will burn out the diodes on the electrical partsOAlways check battery condition before condemning other parts of an electrical systemA fully charged battery is must for conducting accurate electrical system testsOThe electrical parts should never be struck sharply, as with hammer, or allowed to fall on hard surfaceSuch shock to the parts can damage them OTo prevent damage to electrical partsdo not disconnect the battery cables or any other electrical connections when the ignition switch is onor while the engine is runningOBecause of the large amount of current, never keep the starter button pushed when the starter motor will not turn over, or the current may burn out the starter motor windings0 00 not use meter illumination bulb rated for other than voltage or wattage specified in the wiring diagramas the meter or gauge panel could be warped by excessive heat radiated from the bulbOTake care not to short the leads that are directly connected to the battery positive (+) terminal to the chassis ground OTroubles may involve one or in some cases all items Never replace defective part without determining what CAUSED the failure If the failure was caused by some other item or itemsthey must be repaired or replacedor the new replacement will soon fail again OMake sure all connectors in the circuit are clean and tight, and examine leads for signs of burningfrayingetcPoor leads and bad connections will affect electrical system operationOMeasure coil and winding resistance when the part is cold (at room temperature) Color Codes