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HANDLEBAR SWITCH CAP KITS
J051742011-03-02
GENERAL
Kit Number
71872-11, 71500110
Models
These kits contain complete sets of switch caps for the left and right handlebar switches. These caps are direct replacements for the standard equipment black switch caps.
Additional Parts Required
Ask your Harley-Davidson Dealer about Switch Housing kits and Hand Lever Bracket kits, and the selection of Handlebar Grips that are also available for these models. These items can be easily installed at the same time as this kit.
WARNING
Rider and passenger safety depend upon the correct installation of this kit. Use the appropriate service manual procedures. If the procedure is not within your capabilities or you do not have the correct tools, have a Harley-Davidson dealer perform the installation. Improper installation of this kit could result in death or serious injury. (00333b)
NOTE
This instruction sheet references service manual information. A service manual for your model motorcycle is required for this installation and is available from a Harley-Davidson dealer.
Kit Contents
See Figure 2 and Table 1.
REMOVAL
1. Open or remove seat according to the instructions in the service manual.
WARNING
To prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause death or serious injury, disconnect battery cables (negative (-) cable first) before proceeding. (00307a)
WARNING
Disconnect negative (-) battery cable first. If positive (+) cable should contact ground with negative (-) cable connected, the resulting sparks can cause a battery explosion, which could result in death or serious injury. (00049a)
WARNING
To prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause death or serious injury, remove main fuse before proceeding. (00251b)
2. Disconnect battery cables, negative (-) cable first or remove the main fuse.
3. Remove left and right side switch housing assemblies. Refer to the service manual.
NOTE
It is not necessary to disconnect the switch wiring to replace the switch caps.
4. Remove individual switches from switch housing. Refer to the service manual.
INSTALLATION
Upper Housing Switches
1. See Figure 1 and Figure 2. Carefully pry stock black switch cap up off the pivot pin shaft (2) on left side of switch.
2. Pry the switch cap up and away from pivot pin (3) on right side of switch and remove cap.
NOTE
Use the clear protective cover film to protect the chrome surface of the switch caps during installation. Remove the film after the installation is complete.
3. See Figure 2. Select proper replacement switch cap from kit.
4. See Figure 1. Place cap onto switch, angling the hole on right side over pivot pin (4) on switch.
5. Carefully press switch cap down onto left side pivot pin (5), rocking and moving the cap until shaft snaps into place.
6. Toggle switch back and forth, checking for proper operation.
1Switch cap installed correctly
2Switch cap removal from shaft
3Switch cap removal from pivot pin
4Switch cap installation on to pivot pin
5Switch cap installation onto shaft
Figure 1. Switch Cap Removal and Replacement
Turn Signal Switches
  1. See Figure 1 and Figure 2. Carefully pry stock black switch cap up off one of the pivot pins on switch.
  2. Pry the switch cap up and away from the other pivot pin (3) on switch, and remove cap.
  3. Select proper replacement switch cap from kit.
  4. See Figure 1. Place cap onto switch, angling the hole on top over pivot pin (4) on switch.
  5. Carefully press switch cap onto other pivot pin (5), rocking and moving the cap until shaft snaps into place in the hole.
  6. Toggle switch back and forth, checking for proper operation.
Assemble Switches
1. Assemble switches back into switch housings. Use care when installing switches to avoid damage. Refer to the service manual.
2. Assemble left and right side switch housing assemblies. Refer to the service manual. Remove and discard clear protective installation covers.
WARNING
Connect positive (+) battery cable first. If positive (+) cable should contact ground with negative (-) cable connected, the resulting sparks can cause a battery explosion, which could result in death or serious injury. (00068a)
3. Connect battery cables, positive (+) cable first or install the main fuse.
WARNING
After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift causing loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00070b)
4. Install seat according to the instructions in the service manual.
5. Test all the handlebar switches for proper operation.
SERVICE PARTS
Figure 2. Service Parts: Handlebar Switch Caps
Table 1. Service Parts: Handlebar Switch Caps
Item
Description (Quantity)
Part Number
1
Switch cap, HORN
Not Sold Separately
2
Switch cap, LIGHTS HI/LO
Not Sold Separately
3
Switch cap, left turn arrow
Not Sold Separately
4
Switch cap, START
Not Sold Separately
5
Switch cap, OFF/ENGINE STOP/RUN
Not Sold Separately
6
Switch cap, right turn arrow
Not Sold Separately