TAIL LAMP ASSEMBLY KIT
J047482008-04-01
GENERAL
Kit Number
68140-04, 68142-04
Models
For all 1999-Early 2003 Models (except V-Rod) with bulb socket assembly part numbers 68832-99 or 68833-99.
NOTE
See Table 1. Retain this instruction sheet for future reference. The replacement part numbers in this instruction sheet for bulb, socket assembly and lens supersede part numbers shown in the 1999 through 2003 parts catalogs.
Additional Parts Required
Electrical Contact Lubricant (part number 99861-02) is required for proper installation of this kit. It can be purchased from any Harley-Davidson Dealer.
Kit Contents
See Figure 2 and Table 1.
REMOVAL
  1. See Figure 1. Remove two screws (1) and lens (4) from base. Save screws for installation. Discard lens.
  2. Press locking tab and remove 4-pin multilock connector (3) from circuit board.
  3. Remove bulb and socket assembly (2) and discard.
1Screw (2)
2Bulb and socket assembly
3Connector
4Lens
Figure 1. Remove Tail Lamp Assembly
INSTALLATION
1. Coat base of new bulb (2) with electrical contact lubricant. Install new bulb in socket (3).
2. Install bulb and socket assembly into lens (1).
3. Connect 4-pin multilock connector to circuit board.
4. Install lens with two screws (A) (removed earlier). Tighten screws to 2.3–2.7 N·m (20–24 in-lbs). Do not over-tighten.
WARNING
Be sure that all lights and switches operate properly before operating motorcycle. Low visibility of rider can result in death or serious injury. (00316a)
5. Turn ignition ON and test for proper lamp operation.
SERVICE PARTS
Figure 2. Service Parts: Tail Lamp Assembly
Table 1. Service Parts
Item
Description
(Quantity)
Domestic
Part Number
HDI
Part Number
1
Lens (includes item 2)
68369-03
68558-03
2
Screw (2)
68026-99
68026-99
3
Bulb
68167-04
68167-04
4
Socket assembly
68370-03A
68187-03A