General
The VRSCA model ignition/light switch is non-repairable. If damaged, it must be replaced. The replacement ignition/light switch includes a fork lock, plunger and keys. The ignition/ light switch and fork lock should be replaced at the same time so the customer may continue to use one key for both ignition and fork lock.
Warning! DO NOT modify the ignition/light switch wiring to circumvent the automatic-on headlamp feature. High visibility is an important safety consideration for motorcycle riders. Failure to have proper headlamp operation could result in death or serious injury.
Replacement
1. Remove maxi-fuse. See 8.5 Maxi-fuse.
2. Unlock and open seat.
3. See Figure 8-7. Remove two fasteners (1), washers (3) and seat latch mechanism (4) from frame.
Figure 8-7. Ignition/light switch: 1. Fastener (2) @ 6-10 Nm (53-88 in·lbs); 2. Fastener @ 6-10 Nm (53-88 in·lbs); 3. Washer (3); 4. Seat latch mechanism; 5. Ignition/light switch; 6. Fork lock plunger; 7. Fork lock
4. Remove fastener (2), washer (3) and ignition/light switch (5) from frame.
5. Using IGNITION SWITCH CONNECTOR REMOVAL TOOL (HD-45961), carefully release latching tab securing wiring harness connector to back of ignition/light switch. Pull connector out of ignition/light switch socket.
6. Insert wiring harness connector into new ignition/light switch socket. Gently push connector into socket until it locks into place.
7. See Figure 8-7. Install ignition/light switch into hole in frame. Make sure square boss on top of switch fits into square hole in frame. Secure with fastener (2) and washer (3). Tighten fastener to 6-10 Nm (53-88 in·lbs).
8. Secure seat latch mechanism to frame with two fasteners (1) and washers (3). Tighten fasteners to 6-10 Nm (53-88 in·lbs).
9. Turn ignition switch to the FUEL position and close seat. Then turn ignition switch to the LOCK position.
Caution! When closing the seat, make sure the ignition switch is in the FUEL position. If the ignition switch is in any other position when the seat is closed, the seat latch mechanism could be damaged.
10. Replace fork lock and plunger. See 2.30 Fork lock.
11. Replace maxi-fuse. See 8.5 Maxi-fuse.
12. Test all functions of ignition/light switch.