Even though the battery is new I'd have it load tested. I've found them doa straight out of the box.Obviously you can't test it on the machine as it is,but any auto store can.https://www.batterystuff.com/blog/ho...ry-is-bad.html This just eliminates any problem starting at the source. Plus If you haven't downloaded the manual,here's a free one. Let it load up and go to chapter 10(electrical). The wiring diagram for your 96 is on page 602.https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...stk9Lim_ttgWBy

 

Wow, thanks...super helpful! I need to get out there and get this thing ready for upcoming snow storm!