Buell 2009 XB Series Service Manual page 475

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NOTE
In next step, do not force ignition switch (5) into body (2). If
ignition switch does not easily slide into ignition switch body,
rotate slot in ignition switch body with screwdriver until proper
installation can be achieved.
2. Mate ignition switch (5) to body (2).
3. Install body fasteners (1). Tighten to 12-36 in-lbs (1.4-4
Nm).
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1. Body fastener (2)
2. Body
3. Spacer
4. Housing
5. Ignition switch
6. Socket head fastener
7. Tamper-resistant Torx fasteners (2)
8. Ignition switch connector [33]
Figure 6-11. Ignition Switch Assembly
Installation
NOTE
When installing the ignition switch it is important to have the
fork lock pin pointing down while sliding the switch into place.
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1. While holding the throttle cables to your left (the right side
of the vehicle), slide the ignition switch assembly in to your
right (the left side of the vehicle).
2. Install the ignition switch with the fork stop pin pointing
down and, once in place, roll the assembly toward you
and insert the fork stop pin into the upper triple clamp.
3. See Figure 6-11. After applying LOCTITE 271 (red), attach
ignition switch assembly to upper triple clamp using ignition
switch fasteners (7, 6) install spacer (3) onto fastener (6)
and tighten to 18-20 ft-lbs (24.4-27.1 Nm).
4. Connect ignition switch connector [33] to wiring harness.
5. Loosely install cable strap around the main wiring harness
and the ignition switch.
6. Install negative battery cable to battery terminal. Tighten
fastener to 72-96 in-lbs (8-11 Nm).
The automatic-on headlamp feature provides increased
visibility of the rider to other motorists. Be sure headlamp
is on at all times. Poor visibility of rider to other motorists
can result in death or serious injury. (00030b)
7. Check ignition switch for proper operation. If operation
fails, verify that all steps were performed properly.
After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is
locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift
causing loss of control, which could result in death or
serious injury. (00070b)
8. Install seat.
9. Install windscreen and tighten fasteners to 10-12 in-lbs
(1.1-1.4 Nm).
2009 XB Service: Electrical 6-15