How to open Super Sport engine hatch without battery

[TRIP]

Hola!
Finally got my boat yesterday. Before shipping the battery was disconnected. Now how do I open the hatch to reconnect it?!
('97 Super Sport)

[Tmosely1]

On my 99, you can lift the seat back straight up off the hangers. If that doesn't work.. you can remove the seat bases with a few screws and get in under the seat back. Keep in mind... The main ignition breaker needs to be on to operate that hatch

[TRIP]

Cool, thanks!