How can I remove the ignition switch without the key?

How can I remove the ignition switch without the key?

Good luck. If I turn the bars all the way to the left and turn thr ignition switch all the way to the left and push up on the little tab under the switch I can remove it without the key being in their. Harley shop said they replaced the complete switch housing and the key housing but I can still remove it just like before. Any ideas whats wrong.

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.

Can a stolen ignition switch be used on a motorcycle?

Motorcycle owners sometimes become victims of theft and the ignition switches are often destroyed in the process as the thief tries to hotwire the bike. When these are recovered, the ignition switch can be badly damaged and will need replacement.

How do you remove the ignition knob on a Harley Davidson?

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Good luck. If I turn the bars all the way to the left and turn thr ignition switch all the way to the left and push up on the little tab under the switch I can remove it without the key being in their. Harley shop said they replaced the complete switch housing and the key housing but I can still remove it just like before. Any ideas whats wrong.

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.

Motorcycle owners sometimes become victims of theft and the ignition switches are often destroyed in the process as the thief tries to hotwire the bike. When these are recovered, the ignition switch can be badly damaged and will need replacement.

This is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. We have been asked a couple times about Harley-Davidson ignition switch knob removal in our Harley Tips section. Here’s a quick video on the topic.

Is there a video to replace the ignition switch?

I have a 2015 Electro glide, the cap turns to unlock position but the pin does not move. Is there a video that shows how to remove the switch housing to replace the actual switch ?

How to replace an ignition switch on a Sportster?

In regards to your question- We do not have a video that demonstrates replacing an ignition switch on a Sportster. You may be referring to a touring video. Remove your ignition switch. Trace wires to the 1st junction and disconnect wire connections.

I have a 2015 Electro glide, the cap turns to unlock position but the pin does not move. Is there a video that shows how to remove the switch housing to replace the actual switch ?

How do you remove the ignition switch on a Harley Davidson?

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In regards to your question- We do not have a video that demonstrates replacing an ignition switch on a Sportster. You may be referring to a touring video. Remove your ignition switch. Trace wires to the 1st junction and disconnect wire connections.

What should I do if my ignition switch is not working?

Keep pressing it in until you hear the click of the release pin setting into place inside the steering column. If you don’t hear a click from the release pin, the ignition switch isn’t properly seated yet. You may need to push in on the switch a little to make it click into place. Helpful? Reconnect the battery and test the new switch.

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Where is the release pin on an ignition switch?

The new or rebuilt switch should slide easily back into its hole on the steering column. Align the shape of the cylinder and the location of the release pin with the coinciding grooves in the ignition module.

Where is the ignition switch on a car?

These switches are located just to the side of the steering wheel and column on your dashboard, and are one of the main components in your car’s starter system. If the switch is not working, you will likely have to remove and replace it.

Where is the ignition switch on a Harley Davidson?

The key on most Harley Touring bikes fits into a chrome turn piece, which actually turns the bike on and off. There are many reasons you may need to remove this bike knob, but no matter, if you have the key, you can remove it in minutes. This article applies to the Harley Davidson Touring (2000-2014).

How do you unlock the ignition on a Harley Davidson?

Inert your key into the ignition and turn to the “lock” position. Slide a finger under the bottom right edge of the ignition lock and feel for the tab. Turn the key a little passed “unlock” while pressing up on the tab, and the ignition key knob will pull straight up and out.

The key on most Harley Touring bikes fits into a chrome turn piece, which actually turns the bike on and off. There are many reasons you may need to remove this bike knob, but no matter, if you have the key, you can remove it in minutes. This article applies to the Harley Davidson Touring (2000-2014).

Inert your key into the ignition and turn to the “lock” position. Slide a finger under the bottom right edge of the ignition lock and feel for the tab. Turn the key a little passed “unlock” while pressing up on the tab, and the ignition key knob will pull straight up and out.

The new or rebuilt switch should slide easily back into its hole on the steering column. Align the shape of the cylinder and the location of the release pin with the coinciding grooves in the ignition module.

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