Why does the rear brake light not activate?
When the rear brake light does not activate, we tend to think it’s the bulb. Sometimes that is not the case and Bob walks us through how to test a Harley Brake Light Switch to make sure that’s not the issue. We also show you how to replace the switch in the housing in this video and Bob reviews The Motorcycle Brake Light Switch here.
How does a brake light switch work on a Harley Davidson?
The front brake light switch has changed very little over the years and makes how to replace a brake light switch on a Harley fairly straightforward. It uses two wires.Typically an orange wire (or orange with a white tracer) is the constant 12 volts which powers the switch.
How to replace the brake light on your car?
How to Replace a Brake Light Switch. Step 1 – Find the Brake Light Switch. The brake light switch is often found in the same location on all vehicles. You will need to open the driver Step 2 – Access the Brake Light Switch. Step 3 – Remove the Brake Light Switch. Step 4 – Replace the Brake Light …
Can a brake light switch not be installed?
In many cars, there is a special procedure to remove and install the brake light switch. If not installed correctly, the switch will not operate and can even be damaged. In some cars, the gap between the brake pedal and the switch must also be adjusted.
How do you replace a rear brake light switch?
Remove the right side saddle bag, and the side cover. Attach the rubber tubing to the brake bleeder as shown in below photo (red arrow), and place the 3/8 wrench in the place (see yellow arrow). Remove the two (2) connectors, as seen in the below photo, from the switch.
When the rear brake light does not activate, we tend to think it’s the bulb. Sometimes that is not the case and Bob walks us through how to test a Harley Brake Light Switch to make sure that’s not the issue. We also show you how to replace the switch in the housing in this video and Bob reviews The Motorcycle Brake Light Switch here.
How to test a Harley Davidson brake light switch?
Ok , so working out issues on this 1989 FLHTCU I fixed the brake lights , the wires in the left side panel had to be cleaned a soldered then they stopped working again. I did a repeat on the test light still had power to the wires at the switch on the rear.
What kind of driver do I need for front brake light switch?
Remove the two screws that secure the handlebar clamp to the front brake master cylinder housing, with a Torx T-27 driver. Disassemble the right switch housing by removing two screws, with a Torx T-25 driver.