Service Precautions - Victory Cross Roads Classic Service Manual

SERVICE PRECAUTIONS

EFI System Precautions
NOTICE: While electronic fuel injection (EFI) is durable
and reliable, the components can be damaged or
problems may occur if the following precautions are not
taken..
It is not advisable to "jump start" the machine with another
battery. Although problems are unlikely to occur if every-
thing is done carefully, the electrical component could be
damaged.
Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running.
When connecting and disconnecting the battery cables
refer to Chapter 16 for complete battery connection and
charging information.
Make sure that the key switch is off before connecting
and disconnecting connections. Best practice is to
disconnect the battery before connecting or
disconnecting the electrical connections.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect critical electrical
components and circuits. Never replace the fuse with a
larger value fuse or "jumper" the fuse with wire, aluminum
foil or any other means. Always investigate the cause of
the problem and repair before replacing the fuse.
The ECM and the sensors are sensitive pieces of elec-
tronic equipment. Dropping or hitting them may cause
irreparable damage
Do not drop or strike F.I. components
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FUEL SYSTEM / FUEL INJECTION
Static electricity can damage the ECM beyond repair. The
human body can easily store enough static electricity to
damage sensitive electronic components. Before working
with any components of the Fuel Injection system, ground
yourself to dissipate any static charge. Also take care not
to touch any of terminal pins on the ECM.
Anti-static Wrist Strap PV-43541
NOTICE: Some tests require probing of the ECM wiring
harness connector. Do not touch or probe the exposed
pins on the ECM. Static electricity from your body or the
meter can easily damage the ECM.
Always use the proper adapter from the Connector Test
Adapter Kit when probing the terminals. Many of the
connectors are sealed and cannot be back probed. Be
extremely careful not damage the connectors by forcing
meter probes into the connectors.
Use proper test adapters on connector pins
Connector Test Adapter Kit PV-43536
Poor connections are the most common cause of EFI
malfunctions. Inspect wires at connectors and at the fuse
box during troubleshooting. Be sure they are secured in
their slots and pushed out or loose.
Wire terminals must be corrosion free and fully seated.
Connectors should snap together and lock.
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Do not touch ECM connector pins
"SNAP"
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