NOTE

To lock/unlock saddlebags with the power lock rocker switch in the inner fairing cap, refer to Controls and Indicators → Power Locks: FLHTCUSE3.
To lock/unlock saddlebags with the power lock fob, refer to Controls and Indicators → Power Lock Fob.
The key fob and ignition key do not need the bike turned on to use. The fob has built-in activatioin. It can be used several feet away from the bike.

Lock/Unlock With Ignition Key

Lock: Insert the key into the neutral position of the saddlebag lock and turn the key 1/8th of a turn to the left. Return the key to the neutral position to remove the key.

Unlock: Insert the key in the neutral position of the Tour-Pak lock and turn the key 1/8th of a turn to the right. Return the key to the neutral position to remove the key.

Opening

See Figure 1. To open the latch, grab latch with fingers and lift.
Place one hand at OUTSIDE CORNER of cover and other hand at opposite outside corner. Lift outside edge of cover, pivoting inside edge of cover in brackets.
Lift inside edge of cover to disengage brackets.
Bring cover towards you, over saddlebag. As you bring cover toward you, let it flip over, so the inside faces up. Let cover hang from the nylon check strap.

NOTE

The covers stay attached to the saddlebags at all times.

1	Hinge
2	Latch
3	Anchor tabs
4	Bail head studs
5	Anchor brackets

Figure 1. Saddlebags: FLHTCUSE3

Closing

See Figure 1. Use both hands to hold OUTSIDE corners of cover up and slide inside edge back into place so brackets slide together.
Close lid and secure latch. Brackets will engage automatically.

NOTE

Saddlebag latch and Tour-Pak draw catches should be closed and locked whenever motorcycle is in operation.

Removing

The saddlebags are secured to the support brackets by 1/4 turn fasteners called bail head studs.

NOTE

If your vehicle (international only) does not have the wire form "bail", use a flat bladed screwdriver to turn the studs.

Unscrew saddlebag fasteners by turning 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
Tilt saddlebag away from the motorcycle and separate the electrical connector for the power lock.
Remove saddlebag.

Installing

Carefully place saddlebag in position on saddlebag rail.
Supporting the saddlebag, mate the power lock connector halves.
Align the bail head studs with the support bracket studs. Push the bail head studs into the support bracket and turn 1/4 clockwise.
Check that studs are securely fastened.

Adjustments

If the latches become loose, you can adjust the latch fingers.

NOTICE

Adjust the latch fingers only enough to enable them to properly engage the latch hinge. Bending latch fingers back and forth can overstress the metal and weaken the fingers. (00169a)

Bend the fingers until they firmly engage the hinge.
See Accessories Maintenance → Miscellaneous Lubrication for lubrication details.