Replacing Side Stand Switch; Removing And Installing Side Stand Switch; Check Operation Of Side Stand Switch - BMW K 1200 LT 1999 Repair Manual

Replacing side stand switch

Removing and installing side stand
switch
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Disconnect plug (arrow).
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Open the cable ties.
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Caution:
Screw is secured with thread-locking compound.
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Release the fastener (arrow).
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Remove side stand switch with cable.
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Installation is the reverse of the removal proce-
dure: pay particular attention to the following.
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Caution:
Install screw and nut with Loctite 243.
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Note:
When installing, note the correct positions of the ca-
ble straps.
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Tightening torques:
Side stand switch fastener ............................. 7 Nm
(clean thread + Loctite 243)

Check operation of side stand switch

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Switch off the engine.
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Place motorcycle on its centre stand.
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Select a gear and switch on the ignition.
– Temperature gauge warning lamp lights up.
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Extend the side stand, observing the tempera-
ture gauge warning lamp.
– Temperature gauge warning lamp goes out (en-
gine control unit switches off).
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