Where is the ignition module on a Screamin Eagle Sportster?
Most problems are mild and go unnoticed unless the stock ignition module begins to fail. With that hint, Craig looked into ignition-module failures. On his Sportster, the ignition module is located inside the cam nose cone. Craig devised a simple experiment to test the ignition. He removed the outer cover to expose and cool the ignition module.
How to remove outer cover of Screamin Eagle Sportster?
To remove the outer cover, Craig used a 1/8-inch drill to take out the rivets. Then he needed a small screwdriver to knock off the remaining collars. Even with care, the outer cover often gets scratched, so (like Craig) you might want to pick up a new cover.
How do you remove the OEM module on a Sportster?
The instructions say that in order to remove the OEM module plate, you must first remove the pins from the female Deutsch connector and pull the wires up through the cam cover. This keeps the OEM module intact in case you’re performing other maintenance and will need to re-install it later.
How to set engine timing on a Screamin Eagle?
With the new SE module installed, it was time to set the engine timing. Craig reconnected the battery cables, positive side first. He also installed a clear timing hole plug from Drag Specialties (part No. DS-196040) so he could view the timing marks without splattering oil down the case.
Most problems are mild and go unnoticed unless the stock ignition module begins to fail. With that hint, Craig looked into ignition-module failures. On his Sportster, the ignition module is located inside the cam nose cone. Craig devised a simple experiment to test the ignition. He removed the outer cover to expose and cool the ignition module.
To remove the outer cover, Craig used a 1/8-inch drill to take out the rivets. Then he needed a small screwdriver to knock off the remaining collars. Even with care, the outer cover often gets scratched, so (like Craig) you might want to pick up a new cover.
The instructions say that in order to remove the OEM module plate, you must first remove the pins from the female Deutsch connector and pull the wires up through the cam cover. This keeps the OEM module intact in case you’re performing other maintenance and will need to re-install it later.
Where is the ignition located on a Craigslist Sportster?
On his Sportster, the ignition module is located inside the cam nose cone. Craig devised a simple experiment to test the ignition. He removed the outer cover to expose and cool the ignition module. Then he rode around. No backfire, and no engine miss.