Tail Lamp - Buell 2002 X1 Handbook

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TAIL LAMP

REMOVAL/DISASSEMBLY
1. If necessary, remove tail lamp bulb.
a. See Figure 7-40. Remove two screws (1) to detach
tail lamp lens (2).
b. Turn bulb counterclockwise and remove.
2. Remove seat. See 2.40
3. See Figure 7-41. Remove two locknuts (6) (metric) and
washers (5) from within trunk.
4. Disconnect the three terminals and remove tail lamp.
ASSEMBLY/INSTALLATION
1. See Figure 7-41. Attach the three tail lamp wires.
2. Install tail lamp using two locknuts (6) (metric) and wash-
ers (5).
3. If removed, install tail lamp bulb (3).
a. Turn bulb clockwise to install.
b. Install tail lamp lens with two screws (1).
4. Use new cable straps to bundle the tail lamp wiring har-
ness under the tail section.
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WARNING WARNING
Check for proper tail lamp operation before riding motor-
cycle. Visibility is a major concern for motorcyclists. Fail-
ure to have proper tail lamp operation could result in
death or serious injury.
5. Check tail lamp for proper operation. If operation fails,
reread procedure and verify that all steps were per-
formed.
a. Turn ignition key switch to IGN.
b. Check for tail lamp illumination.
c. Squeeze front brake hand lever. Check for brake
lamp illumination. Release front brake hand lever.
d. Press rear brake pedal. Check for brake lamp illumi-
nation. Release rear brake pedal.
e. Turn ignition key switch to OFF.
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WARNING WARNING
After installing seat, pull upward on front of seat to be
sure it is locked in position. If seat is loose, it could shift
during vehicle operation and startle the rider, causing
loss of control which could result in death or serious
injury.
6. Install seat. See 2.40 SEAT.
2002 Buell X1: Electrical
SEAT.
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1. Screws (2)
2. Tail Lamp Lens
Figure 7-40. Turn Signal Lens
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2
1. Screw (2)
2. Tail Lamp
3. Tail Lamp Bulb
4. Tail Lamp Bracket
5. Washer (2)
6. Locknut (2) (metric)
Figure 7-41. Tail Lamp
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R/Y
O/W
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