Speedometer - Buell 2002 X1 Handbook

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SPEEDOMETER

GENERAL
Replace the speedometer if the unit is not working properly.
The instrument is not repairable. However, before replacing a
component, check that the problem is not caused by a loose
wire connection.
REMOVAL
1. Gain access to the back side of the dash panel. Detach
windscreen from mounting brackets by removing four
screws and washers.
2. Remove odometer reset button from dash panel.
a. See Figure 7-56. Pry off plastic grommet (2) from
front of odometer reset button (3).
b. See Figure 7-57. Remove odometer reset button (3)
from back side of dash panel.
3. See Figure 7-56. Detach instrument support dash panel
by removing two screws holding panel to instrument sup-
port clamp. Pull dash panel upward, but do not damage
wiring.
4. See Figure 7-57. Remove two nuts (metric) (4) and lock-
washers (5) from speedometer cover (6).
CAUTION
Do not remove all the speedometer wires at the same
time. Only remove one wire at a time and reinstall screw
immediately. Failure to follow this caution will cause
extreme difficulty during reassembly.
5. Slide speedometer cover (6) away from speedometer.
a. See Figure 7-58. Remove wires from speedometer,
one at a time. After removing each wire, reinstall
screw immediately.
b. Pull lamp (5) from bore.
6. Pull speedometer and attached odometer reset button
from front of dash panel.
7. Remove mounting gasket if necessary.
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WARNING WARNING
The gasoline in the fuel supply line downstream of the
fuel pump is under high pressure (49 psi [338 kPa]). To
avoid an uncontrolled discharge or spray of gasoline,
always purge the system of high pressure gas before
attaching fuel pressure gauge. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. Inadequate safety pre-
cautions could result in death or serious injury.
8. If necessary, replace speedometer wiring.
a. Purge fuel line and remove fuel tank. See
FUEL TANK.
b. Cut cable straps on wiring harness. Detach wires at
plug connector.
2002 Buell X1: Electrical
6806
1. Screws (2)
2. Plastic Grommet
3. Odometer Reset Button
Figure 7-56. Dash Panel (Front)
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4,5
3
1. Indicator Light Bezel Tabs (4)
2. Indicator Light Assembly
3. Odometer Reset
4. Nut (2)
5. Lockwasher (2)
6. Speedometer Cover
Figure 7-57. Dash Panel (Back)
Tachometer and speedometer wiring share a common con-
nector [39] on the wiring harness.
4.37
7.17
3
1
2
6
1
2
NOTE
7-41