Tail Lamp; Firebolt/Lighting - Buell XB 2008 Series Service Manual

TAIL LAMP

FIREBOLT/LIGHTING

Removal
1. Lightning Models: Remove seat.
2. See Figure 7-63. Remove two screws (2) to detach tail
lamp lens (4) and tail lamp (5). If replacing bulb (3), turn
counterclockwise and remove.
3. Disconnect tail lamp harness (6) connectors [93].
Installation
1. See Figure 7-63. Attach the tail lamp harness (6) con-
nectors [93] and install boot.
The R/Y wire is installed facing the left side of the vehicle.
2. If removed, install tail lamp bulb (3). Turn bulb clockwise
to install.
3. Install tail lamp lens (4) and tail lamp (5) with two screws
(2). Tighten to 6-7 in-lbs (0.7-0.8 Nm).
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5
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1. Center tail section
2. Screws (2)
3. Bulb
4. Lens
5. Tail lamp
6. Tail lamp wiring harness
7. Tail lamp boot
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NOTE
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Figure 7-63. Tail Lamp Assembly: Firebolt/Lightning
Be sure that all lights and switches operate properly before
operating motorcycle. Low visibility of rider can result in
death or serious injury. (00316a)
4. Check tail lamp for proper operation. If operation fails,
reread procedure and verify that all steps were performed.
a. Turn ignition key switch to ON.
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 illumin-
ation. Release rear brake pedal.
e. Turn ignition key switch to OFF.
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)
5. Lightning Models: Install seat.
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5
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