What happens when you push the start button on a Harley Davidson?

There’s a connector plugged into the top of the starter, green wire. Unplug the connector and probe it for B+ while pushing the start button. If it shows volts the start button is good. Then take a jumper wire from the battery positive terminal to that same connector plug on the starter, the starter should spin and engage the engine (crank over).

What are the problems with a Harley Davidson starter?

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How do you push out a Harley starter?

Run a second ground lead from the battery negative terminal to the solenoid post. Then, run a lead from the starter contact (where the green trigger wire from your start button plugs into) and connect the opposite end to the battery positive post. *The starter shaft should PUSH out.

What happens when you press the starter button?

Battery is almost fully charged , what I had expected after 4 months of sitting. Also, press starter button with lights pointed on wall nearby no dimming of lights at all. Otherwords no load being put on battery. Will go play with it when it warms up a bit.

Why does my starter not work on my Harley Davidson?

If you press the start button and it just clicks and sounds like the starter drive gear does not align with the flywheel and does nothing, I cross the lugs at the starter relay and it throws the starter clutch drive gear into the flywheel and tries to start but will not stay engaged to turn the engine or just spins.

Why does my Harley Davidson make a hard clicking sound?

Clicks when trying to start does not engage. I have a Harley-Davidson 1999 sportster 1200. I get a hard fast clicking sound when trying to start. I Have put the battery on a charger and let it charge overnight. It still does the same thing. Is this a bad battery?

What should I do if I push the start button?

Then take a jumper wire from the battery positive terminal to that same connector plug on the starter, the starter should spin and engage the engine (crank over). If both those tests pass the battery and start button are okay. Check the ignition switch and harness connector under the dash.

How to turn off the FOB on a Harley Davidson?

Here’s how to do it!! 1. Select 5 digit code ( each digit being a 1 thru 9) and record it on the wallet card in the owners manual. 2. With an assigned FOB present, turn IGN key ON – OFF – ON – OFF – ON 3. Press Left turn signal switch 2 times. 4. Press Right turn signal switch one time and release.

What happens if you hit the starter button and nothing happens?

Battery good, lights , horn turn signal works. Fuel pump runs , hit starter and nothing, lights do not dim and no sound at all. All fuses O.K. starter relay maybe ? any advice ? 06 roadking by the way.

What does Softail mean on a Harley Davidson?

Harley Davidson Softail will not crank refers to when the crankshaft will not turn so as to start the engine. In other words, not only will the Softail engin… Harley Davidson Softail will not crank refers to when the crankshaft will not turn so as to start the engine.

How to check DTC’s on a Harley Davidson Softail?

Press and hold the mute/power button, and then turn the ignition switch to accessories. Keep the mute button held as the system starts up and for three seconds after the warning screen appears. Press the accept option on the touchscreen, then select “DTC’s.” Any active codes will be displayed at this time.

What causes no start on Harley Davidson Softail?

A parasitic draw occurs when one or more circuit remains powered after the ignition is turned off. A draw on the battery of more than 0.02 amps can deplete the battery overnight enough to create a no start problem. To test for a parasitic draw, place your multimeter to the amps setting in series with the battery.

When to change stator on Harley Davidson Softail?

If the readings are low or zero, switch your meter to reads ohms, shut off the engine, and read the resistance between all five wires. A proper reading is around 0.2 ohms. The reading infinite or “OL” on your meter indicates an open circuit. The stator must be replaced.

What to do if your starter doesn’t click?

If the the starter still clicks, clean ALL the battery cables and try again. This includes the Positive at the battery and the starter. The negative (ground) at the battery and the ground point. Also check ground strap from engine to frame. If it still clicks, disconnect the battery.

Why does my bike keep clicking the start button?

Took the battery to local auto parts store and checked out just fine with good charge. Put battery back in and hit start same click sound. After repeatedly clicking the start button I tracked the sound to the starter relay. Well with one hand moving the relay around and one pushing the start button bike would start up.

Why is my starter clicking when I Turn on the ignition?

When you turn the ignition key to the Start position, you are sending electrical current to the relay or solenoid coil. The magnetic field then causes the plunger to move and bridge the two electrical contacts, allowing battery current to pass to the starter motor. Once the engine fires, the relay or solenoid disengages.

What to do when you press the starter button on a V twin?

You can jumper a wire from your battery positive post or the battery post on your starter to your green wire solenoid connection to see if the starter activates (make sure your in neutral and the ignition is shut off). If it does starter is ok and suspect the bad relay.

Why does my solenoid not work on my Harley?

It could be that and it could be the switch. I called the sound a click but it really is a chunk. It sounds like the starter is engaging but nothing happens after that. Maybe it’s just getting enough juice to activate the solenoid and engage the starter but not enough to turn it over.

What kind of battery does a 1991 fxsts have?

I have a 1991 FXSTS and I seem to be buying a lot of batteries. This is the deal. When starting the engine the starter will almost always click at least once before the starter catches and the bike starts. Sometimes it never catches and the battery runs down to where you get the multiple clicks and no start.

Where is the starter button on a V-twin?

In the starting circuit you have ignition switch, run/stop switch, fuse, starter relay, solinoid and starter motor… Using a tester light you can see if you have battery voltage to the solinoid… Look for the green wire… Turn you ignition on and hit the start button, if the tester light comes on then your relay is ok…

Can a bad starter relay carry a test light?

Bad starter relay that is partially making contact to read voltage with a volt meter and turn on a test light but will not carry any load.

Is there a ignition key for push button start?

There’s no ignition key or switch to fumble with, and you don’t have to do anything other than have the smart fob in your pocket or purse when you get in the car. Push button keyless start systems began appearing on several import cars about six years ago, and are now being offered on more and more new vehicles, both import and domestic.

Why does my push button keyless start not work?

In no particular order, we’ve listed some of the many possible causes of a no-start condition on a push button keyless system: • Driver not pushing the button in far enough. • Defective push button (or fault in push button wiring harness). • Driver not depressing the brake pedal (automatic) or clutch pedal (manual).

What to do when your push button won’t start?

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Is there a push button start ignition override?

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What does the start button on a Dyna FXDC do?

Alarm, clutch inhibit & neutral safety all come from the TSSM. The TSSM controls the start relay. 09 Dyna FXDC, got power everywhere. Lights,Horn,Turn`s,Fuel Pump,Dash, Turn the key on, hit the run/stop switch, push the start button and Nothing.

Why does my Harley Davidson Ultra not start?

By doing this, we are trying to establish that the left-hand switch control module is talking to the BCM. By working through the functions, we were able to confirm the Clutch Lever Switch status is not changing on the computer (press/released) when pulling in and releasing the clutch lever.

Why do I not hear the start button when I push it?

If you don’t hear the solenoid click when you press the start button and you have a fully charged battery, it’s either the start relay, the solenoid or a bad wire. Put a fresh battery in the key fob, make a habit of changing it once a year.

Why is my Harley Davidson Ultra Classic not starting?

I have a 2010 ultra classic with ABS. It is not starting. The battery voltage is 12.75 off the battery. When I turn the main switch on, I get a drop to 12.5, and when the kill switch is turned on, I get a drop to 12.38. The self test goes out and hit the start switch with nothing – no volt drop, no starter engage, no nothing. DEAD.

What causes a Harley Davidson to not turn over?

If the bike does not turn over, the issue can be battery, starter, starter relay. If turns over, but no start, determine if the issue is electrical or fuel related. Check for spark.

Why is my starter not working on my Harley?

That black wire with the red tracer should be sending 12v to the starter relay. Be sure that this wire is not damaged or pinched anywhere in its travel. This will be more common when wires have been routed through the bars, or switch housings/switches have been changed. Don’t forget to use your multimeter inside the switch housings too.

What’s the voltage on a Harley Davidson starter?

I check the voltage at the kill switch and get 12.3 from the black and white wire that goes to the kill switch and the start button. But, I only get 9.2 volts from the black and red wire from the start switch to the start relay. All the fuses are good and there are 12 volts to the starter and the solenoid.

If the bike does not turn over, the issue can be battery, starter, starter relay. If turns over, but no start, determine if the issue is electrical or fuel related. Check for spark.

How is the push pull test done on a Harley Davidson?

The push pull test is to be performed on the bench with the starter removed from the motorcycle. Prepare the starter by removing the nut and cable from the solenoid post. *NOTE* This is not the post that the positive battery cable goes to. It is the other, typically shorter, post that is on the solenoid end of the starter.

How can I tell if my car starter is working?

Unplug the connector and probe it for B+ while pushing the start button. If it shows volts the start button is good. Then take a jumper wire from the battery positive terminal to that same connector plug on the starter, the starter should spin and engage the engine (crank over). If both those tests pass the battery and start button are okay.

Can a ignition switch be removed from a Harley?

Bike runs just fine forks lock like their supposed to, but if you don’t lock the forks the switch can be removed and you bike can be rode off. I have an 03 flht and in my book there are 2 different steps for removing the switch.

Where is the start relay on a Harley Davidson?

It is the GRAY one. On the inside cover there is a label that will identify the START Relay. 4) Look at the bottom of the removed gray relay closely. You will see pin notation as follows. 87,,87A,,30,,85,,86. 5) Leave the relay REMOVED from the bike.

Why do I Hear No start on my Harley Davidson?

What else do you have or not have Clean all connections at Battery and frame and Starter. Charge the battery with a real charger and not a battery tender . and then try it . if you hear a clicking but no Start could be starter relay under seat or lh orrh side cover Looks like the new style flasher unit .

Why does my car not start when I push the start button?

Five seconds later dash comes back on but car still does not start. It is like something is cutting off power from dash. The security icon stays on but if I try to turn the ignition button of fit will not turn off it only stays in the accessories active.

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Why is the start button not working on my Harley Davidson?

If you did NOT read 12 volts, you would have to go back to the TSSM and hot wire (bypass it) in order to determine where the problem was. Also testing the start button would be something to check also. The key point to remember is that the “Start Relay Control” comes from the TSSM.

Do you need a fob to start a Harley Davidson?

The new system has to have the fob for the bike to start but the fob does not have a button, its a passive system. When you turn ing on it looks for the fob and.if present then it deactivates the system and allows bike to start. Your should atleast flash the turn signals when you hit the button. My international bike (’01) has the one button fob.

What happens if you leave the key fob on a Harley?

If its got a button to push its an older system, key fob doesn’t have to be on you for the bike to run. If it does nothing, your battery might be dead (in the fob). Ok thanks for help.

What does it mean when your bike won’t start?

Has fuel, battery was enough to turn starter which usually means there’s enough to fire the ignition if bump-started, spark plug lead is firmly connected, compression seems to exist from the rhythm of the starter and how the rear wheel locked if bumped on the slightly loose surface outside the garage in too low a gear…

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