Warning lamps are in the instrument face.
Check Engine
The check engine lamp (1) indicates whether the engine/engine management system is operating normally. The engine lamp color is amber.
The check engine lamp normally comes on when the ignition is first turned on and remains on for approximately 4 seconds, as the engine management system runs a series of self-diagnostics.
If the check engine lamp comes on at any other time, see a Harley-Davidson dealer.
Low Fuel
The low fuel lamp (2) indicates when fuel falls below the reserve level in the fuel tank. The low fuel lamp color is amber. Refer to Specifications → Specifications → Capacities: XL883 Models.
The low fuel lamp does not turn off until there is sufficient fuel in the tank, the ignition switch has been turned off and back on, and the vehicle has begun forward speed. If the low fuel lamp flashes at a steady rate, see a Harley-Davidson dealer.
Battery
The red battery charging lamp (3) indicates either overcharging or undercharging of the battery. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Battery Maintenance.
If the lamp remains illuminated, see a Harley-Davidson dealer.
Security Lamp
The red security lamp (4) indicates when the security system is armed. See SECURITY SYSTEM → Security System.
If the lamp remains lit continuously, see a Harley-Davidson dealer.
ABS Lamp
WARNINGIf ABS lamp continues flashing at speeds greater than 5 km/h (3 mph) or remains on continuously, the ABS is not operating. The standard brake system is operational, but wheel lock up can occur. Contact a Harley-Davidson Dealer to have ABS repaired. A locked wheel will skid and can cause loss of vehicle control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00361b)
Flashing: On vehicles with ABS, the ABS lamp begins flashing when the vehicle is turned on. The flashing lamp indicates that the system is in self-diagnosis mode. It continues to flash until motorcycle speed exceeds 5 km/h (3 mph). ABS is not operational until the lamp turns off. Refer to Controls and Indicators → Brake System.
Solid: Continuous illumination of the lamp indicates an ABS malfunction. The ABS is disabled and the brakes are operating as if they were non-ABS brakes. See a Harley-Davidson dealer for service.
| 1 | Check engine |
| 2 | Low fuel |
| 3 | Battery |
| 4 | Security system |
| 5 | ABS (km/h ABS icon lamp also shown) |
Figure 1. Instrument Lamps: All except XL1200CX
| 1 | Check engine |
| 2 | Low fuel |
| 3 | Battery |
| 4 | Security system |
| 5 | ABS (km/h ABS icon lamp also shown) |
Figure 2. Instrument Lamps: XL1200CX