Low oil pressure warning light switch — removal and installation (Triumph Rocket III)

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Note: The low pressure warning light may be removed after first removing the rider's seat and disconnecting the battery leads, negative (black) lead first. The low oil pressure warning light switch is located at the rear of the cylinder head.

Warning!

• Prolonged or repeated contact with engine oil can lead to skin dryness, irritation and dermatitis. Furthermore, used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants that can cause cancer.
• When handling used engine oil, always wear protective clothing and avoid any skin contact with the oil.

Caution! Do not pour engine oil on the ground, down sewers or drains, or into watercourses. To prevent pollution of watercourses etc., dispose of used oil sensibly. If in doubt contact your local authority.

Removal

1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9.

2. Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead first.

3. Remove the right hand engine in-fill panel as described in the body section.

4. Remove the fuel tank as described on page 11.99.

5. Remove the intake duct as described on page 11.104.

6. Withdraw the rubber boot from the low oil pressure warning light switch.




7. Unscrew the electrical connection.

Note: A small amount of oil will drain from the oil gallery when the switch is removed.

8. Position a suitable receptacle to collect any displaced oil from the oil gallery.

9. Unscrew and remove the switch.

Installation

1. Incorporating a new sealing washer, fit the low oil pressure light switch, tightening it to 28 Nm.

The original is available on the website (Motoinstruction)



2. Connect the wire to the switch and secure with the small screw.

3. Refit the boot.

4. Refit the intake duct as described on page 11.108.

5. Refit the fuel tank as described on page 11.99.


6. Fit the right hand engine infill panel as described on page 17.10.

7. Reconnect the battery, positive (red) lead first.

8. Fit the rider's seat.

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