Harley Davidson 2013 Sportster Models. Service Manual - page 44

To prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause
death or serious injury, remove main fuse before pro-
ceeding. (00251b)

Remove main fuse.

Remove seat.

Remove fuel tank. See

XL Models Only:

See

Figure 6-30

. Remove screw (1)

securing left wire harness caddy (2) to right wire harness
caddy. Carefully disengage left wire harness caddy and
pull away from frame backbone. See

6.28 ELECTRICAL

CADDIES

NOTE

Always grasp rubber boot as close as possible to the spark
plug terminal when removing spark plug cables. Do not pull on
the cable portion itself. Pulling on the cable will damage the
cable's carbon core.

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1. Screw
2. Left wire harness caddy
3. Ignition coil

Figure 6-30. Ignition Coil and Left Wire Harness Caddy:

XL Models

See

Figure 6-31

Figure 6-32

. Unplug coil harness con-

nector [83B] (2) from ignition coil (1).

Pull front spark plug boot and cable (3) from left ignition
coil tower.

Pull rear spark plug boot and cable (4) from right ignition
coil tower.

Remove screw (5) securing coil bracket (6). Remove coil
and bracket from vehicle.

10. See

Figure 6-33

Figure 6-34

. Remove two screws (4)

to separate ignition coil (1) from mounting bracket (2) and
plate (3).

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1. Ignition coil
2. Coil harness connector [83B]
3. Front spark plug boot and cable
4. Rear spark plug boot and cable
5. Screw
6. Mounting bracket

Figure 6-31. Ignition Coil Mounting and Connections: XL

Models Only

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1. Ignition coil
2. Coil harness connector [83B]
3. Front spark plug boot and cable
4. Rear spark plug boot and cable
5. Screw
6. Mounting bracket

Figure 6-32. Ignition Coil Mounting and Connections: XR

1200X

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1. Ignition coil
2. Mounting bracket
3. Plate
4. Screw (2)
5. Spark plug cables (2)

Figure 6-33. Ignition Coil Mounting: XL Models Only

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1. Ignition coil
2. Mounting bracket
3. Plate
4. Screw (2)
5. Spark plug cables (2)

Figure 6-34. Ignition coil Mounting: XR 1200X

INSTALLATION

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

2.7-8.1 Nm

24-72

in-lbs

Coil mounting screw

2.7-8.1 Nm

24-72

in-lbs

Coil mounting screw

4.0-5.1 Nm

35-45

in-lbs

Coil mounting bracket screw

XL Models:

See

Figure 6-33

. Position

new

ignition coil

(1) on underside of mounting bracket (2). Fasten coil to
mounting bracket with two screws (4) and nut plate (3).
Tighten to 24-72

in-lbs

(2.7-8.1 Nm).

XR 1200X:

See

Figure 6-34

. Position plate (3) over

new

ignition coil (1). Place screws (4) through coil and plate
and secure to mounting bracket (2). Tighten to 24-72

in-lbs

(2.7-8.1 Nm).

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See

Figure 6-31

Figure 6-32

. Install the coil:

Slide coil (1) with mounting bracket (6) into position.

Make sure all wiring harnesses from front or motor-
cycle are positioned between coil bracket upright and
vehicle frame.

Secure bracket with screw (5). Tighten to 35-45

in-lbs

(4.0-5.1 Nm).

Plug spark plug cables into ignition coil towers: front spark
plug cable (3) to left side of coil, rear spark plug cable (4)
to right side of coil.

XL Models:

See

Figure 6-30

. Mate left wire harness caddy

(2) to right wire harness caddy. Secure with screw (1) and
tighten. See

Install fuel tank. See

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)

Install seat.

Install main fuse.

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6.14

HEADLAMP

BULB REPLACEMENT

Hi/Lo Beam

NOTE

Replace the bulb with the specified H4 halogen bulb.

Remove the trim ring.

XL 883L/N/R, XR 1200X:

See

Figure 6-35

. Remove

the screw (1), nut (2)and the trim ring (3).

XL 1200V/C/CP/CA/CB:

See

Figure 6-36

. Remove

the screw (1) and the trim ring.

Hold the lens and compress the release tabs of the bulb
connector (11) to disconnect from spade terminals.

Pull the rubber boot (9) from back of the lens.

Compress the ends of the retaining clip (8) to release from
the retaining tabs and pivot retaining clip back.

Remove and replace the bulb (7).

NOTE

The tab opposite the center spade connector of bulb fits the
top notch in the reflector which points to the top of the lens.

Pivot the retaining clip over the bulb. Press the ends into
the retaining tabs.

Install the rubber boot with the word TOP over the top
notch. Press the center ring down flush with base of the
bulb.

Connect the bulb connector to the bulb.

Install the lens.

XL 883L/N/R, XR 1200X:

Fit the adapter ring and the

lens to the headlamp shell.

XL 1200V/C/CP/CA/CB:

With the finger gasket in

place, fit the adapter ring and the lens to the headlamp
shell.

10. Install the trim ring, screw and nut as necessary.

Position Lamp: HDI

Disconnect the spade connectors from the position lamp
bulb holder.

Pull the bulb holder from the lens.

Quarter turn the bulb to remove and replace.

Replace the bulb holder and connect the connectors.

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1. Screw
2. Nut
3. Trim ring
4. Lens
5. Bulb shield
6. Position lamp (HDI)
7. Bulb
8. Wire clip
9. Rubber boot
10. Adapter ring
11. Connector

Figure 6-35. Headlamp Assembly: XL 883L/N/R, XR 1200X

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1. Screw
2. Trim ring
3. Lens
4. Finger gasket
5. Bulb shield
6. Position lamp (HDI)
7. Bulb
8. Wire clip
9. Rubber boot
10. Adapter ring
11. Connector

Figure 6-36. Headlamp Assembly: XL 1200V/C/CP/CA/CB

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HEADLAMP MOUNTS

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

14-22 Nm

120-192

in-lbs

Headlamp upper bracket
fasteners: XL 883L/R/N, XR
1200X

14-27 Nm

120-240

in-lbs

Headlamp clamp nut: XL
883L/N/R, XR 1200X

41-47 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Headlamp mount: XL 1200X

41-47 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Headlamp assembly: XL
1200X

41-47 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Headlamp mount: XL
1200V/C/CP/CA/CB

41-47 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Headlamp assembly: XL
1200X

4.0-7.3 Nm

45-65

in-lbs

Clutch cable guide: XL
1200C/C ANV/CP/CA/CB

14-22 Nm

120-192

in-lbs

Headlamp visor: XL 1200C/C
ANV/CP/CA/CB

Mount: XL 883L/N/R, XR 1200X Models

To prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause
death or serious injury, remove main fuse before pro-
ceeding. (00251b)

Remove main fuse.

Install the headlamp assembly:

See

Figure 6-37

. Mount the upper bracket (1) to the

upper fork clamp with a washer (3) and fastener (4).
Tighten to 120-192

in-lbs

(14-22 Nm).

XR 1200X:

The headlamp assembly installs directly

into the upper fork clamp (2).

Install the headlamp assembly with a washer (5), lock-
washer (6) and nut (7) and hand tighten.

Install main fuse.

Align the headlamp. Final tighten to 120-240

in-lbs

(14-

27 Nm).

Install the plug (8).

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1. Upper bracket (XL 883L/N/R)
2. Upper fork clamp (XR 1200X)
3. Washer
4. Fastener
5. Washer
6. Lockwasher
7. Nut
8. Plug

Figure 6-37. Headlamp Mount

Mount: XL 1200X

Remove main fuse.

See

Figure 6-38

. Install the fastener (1), washer (2) and

mounting post (3). Tighten to 30-35 ft-lbs (41-47 Nm).

Install the headlamp with the fastener (4), washer (5).
Secure with the washer (6), lockwasher (7) and nut (8).
Hand tighten.

Install main fuse.

Align the headlamp.

Tighten the headlamp assembly to 30-35 ft-lbs (41-47
Nm).

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1. Fastener
2. Washer
3. Mounting post
4. Mount fastener
5. Washer
6. Washer
7. Lockwasher
8. Nut

Figure 6-38. Headlamp Assembly Mount: XL 1200X

Mount: XL 1200V/C/CP/CA/CB

See

Figure 6-39

. Remove main fuse.

Install the fastener (2), washer (3) and mounting post (1).
Tighten to 30-35 ft-lbs (41-47 Nm).

Assemble the washer stack (5) and fastener (4). Install
the headlamp assembly. Hand tighten.

Install main fuse.

Align the headlamp.

Tighten the headlamp locknut (6) to 30-35 ft-lbs (41-47
Nm).

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1. Mount
2. Fastener
3. Washer
4. Fastener
5. Washer
6. Locknut

Figure 6-39. Headlamp Mount: XL 1200V/C/CP/CA/CB

Visor: XL 1200C/C ANV/CP/CA/CB

See

Figure 6-40

. Install the clutch cable guide (1) with

fastener (2). Tighten to 45-65

in-lbs

(4.0-7.3 Nm).

Install the headlamp visor (3) with fasteners (4) and
washers (5). Tighten to 120-192

in-lbs

(14-22 Nm).

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1. Clutch cable guide
2. Fastener
3. Visor
4. Fastener
5. Washer

Figure 6-40. Headlamp Visor: XL 1200C/C ANV/CP/CA/CB

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6.15

INDICATOR LAMP MODULE

GENERAL

The indicator lamps are LEDs housed in a self-contained, non-
repairable module.

NOTE

This part cannot be repaired. Replace upon failure.

PRELIMINARY DISASSEMBLY: ALL
MODELS

Position vehicle upright. Purge the fuel supply hose of high
pressure gasoline. Disconnect fuel supply hose from fuel
pump module. See

To prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause
death or serious injury, remove main fuse before pro-
ceeding. (00251b)

Remove main fuse.

Remove seat.

Remove fuel tank. See

See

XL Models:

Remove screw securing left wire harness

caddy to right wire harness caddy.

Locate instruments connector [20] on right wire har-
ness caddy for XL models and on left side of caddy
for XR 1200X. Unplug connector [20A].

Record the location of all cable straps securing instrument
harness to vehicle. Cut cable straps to free instrument
harness.

REPLACEMENT: XL 1200C/C ANV/CP/CA
EXCEPT WITH MINI-APE HANDLEBAR

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

16.3 -24.4 Nm

12-18 ft-lbs

Handlebar riser clamp screw

16.3 -24.4 Nm

12-18 ft-lbs

Handlebar riser clamp screw

0.9-1.4 Nm

8-12

in-lbs

Handlebar riser cover screw

See

Figure 6-41

. Remove two screws (1) and riser cover

(2) from behind handlebar riser (3).

Remove

four

screws

(4)

securing

speedometer

housing/handlebar clamp (5) to handlebar riser.

Carefully bend back four latches (8) on indicator lamp
bezel (6). Remove indicator lamp module (7).

Remove the speedometer. See

MODELS, Removal

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1. Screw (2)
2. Riser cover
3. Handlebar riser
4. Screw (4)
5. Speedometer housing/handlebar clamp
6. Indicator lamp bezel with lens
7. Indicator lamp module
8. Latch (4)
9. Instrument harness connector [20A]

Figure 6-41. Indicator Lamps: XL 1200C/C ANV/CP/CA

Except w/Mini-Ape Handlebar

Carefully pull harness with connector [39B] and trip odo-
meter

reset

button

from

back

speedometer

housing/handlebar clamp.

Pull instrument harness with connector [20A] up through
upper fork bracket and remove harness from vehicle.

Place

new

instrument harness in position.

Carefully feed connector [20A] end down through upper
fork bracket and along left side of frame steering head.

NOTE

Verify that speedometer harness and trip odometer switch
harness are positioned underneath the handlebar and that the
indicator lamp module harness feeds over the top of the
handlebar.

Carefully feed end of harness with connector [39B] and
trip odometer reset button through back of speedometer
housing/handlebar clamp.

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10. Install the speedometer. See

6.15 INDICATOR LAMP MODULE, Assembly:

MODELS, Installation

11. See

Figure 6-41

. Install indicator lamp module (7) into

back of speedometer housing/handlebar clamp (5). Secure
with four latches (8) on indicator lamp bezel (6).

12. Install speedometer housing/handlebar clamp onto

handlebar riser (3). Secure with four screws (4).

13. Adjust the handlebar to the desired position.

14. Tighten:

Front screws first, to 12-18 ft-lbs (16.3 -24.4 Nm).

Rear screws to 12-18 ft-lbs (16.3 -24.4 Nm).

15. Install riser cover (2) behind handlebar riser. Secure with

two screws (1). Verify that the handlebar control harnesses
are not pinched between handlebar riser and riser cover.
Tighten to 8-12

in-lbs

(0.9-1.4 Nm).

16. Proceed to

All Models

REPLACEMENT: XL 883R/L/N, XL 1200X/V,
XL 1200CP/CB WITH MINI-APE HANDLEBAR

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

16.3-24.4 Nm

12-18 ft-lbs

Handlebar clamp screw

16.3-24.4 Nm

12-18 ft-lbs

Handlebar clamp screw

Cover headlamp bracket with a clean soft cloth to protect
surface.

See

Figure 6-42

. Holding speedometer housing/handlebar

clamp (2), remove four screws securing housing/clamp
assembly to handlebar risers.

Remove two screws (5) to separate indicator lamp module
(3) from speedometer housing/handlebar clamp and the
indicator lamp bezel.

Remove speedometer. See

MODELS, Removal

Remove instrument harness.

Place

new

instrument harness in position.

Install speedometer. See

6.15 INDICATOR LAMP MODULE, Assembly:

MODELS, Installation

See

Figure 6-42

. Assemble the indicator lamp bezel (1)

and the indicator lamp module (3) onto speedometer
housing/handlebar clamp (2). Secure with two screws (5).

Install housing/clamp assembly onto handlebar risers.
Secure with screws:

10. Tighten:

Rear screws first, to 12-18 ft-lbs (16.3-24.4 Nm).

Front screws to 12-18 ft-lbs (16.3-24.4 Nm).

11. Proceed to

All Models

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1. Indicator lamp bezel
2. Speedometer housing/handlebar clamp
3. Indicator lamp module
4. Instrument harness connector [20A]
5. Screw (2)

Figure 6-42. Indicator Lamps: XL 883R/L/N, XL 1200X/V,

XL 1200CP/CB (w/mini-ape handlebar)

REPLACEMENT: XR 1200X

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

16.3-24.4 Nm

12-18 ft-lbs

Handlebar clamp screw

Cover headlamp bracket with a clean soft cloth to protect
surface.

See

Figure 6-43

. Holding instrument bracket (2), remove

two screws with lockwashers securing instrument bracket
to handlebar risers.

Remove two screws (5) to separate indicator lamp module
(3) from instrument bracket and the indicator lamp bezel
(1).

6.5 SPEEDOMETER AND TACHO-

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1. Indicator lamp bezel
2. Instrument bracket
3. Indicator lamp module
4. Instrument harness connector [20A]
5. Screw (2)

Figure 6-43. Indicator Lamps: XR 1200X

Remove instrument harness. See

6.4 SPEEDOMETER:

XL MODELS

METER: XR 1200X

Install

new

instrument harness. See

6.4 SPEEDOMETER:

XL MODELS

6.5 SPEEDOMETER AND TACHO-

METER: XR 1200X

See

Figure 6-43

. Assemble the indicator lamp bezel and

the indicator lamp module (3) onto instrument bracket (2).
Secure with two screws (5).

Install instrument bracket onto handlebar risers. Tighten
to 12-18 ft-lbs (16.3-24.4 Nm).

Proceed to

6.15 INDICATOR LAMP MODULE, Assembly:

All Models

ASSEMBLY: ALL MODELS

XL Models:

See

Feed instrument harness between coil bracket
uprights, back to right wire harness caddy.

Plug instrument harness pin connector [20A] into
socket connector [20B] in right wire harness caddy.

Mate right and left wire harness caddies. Secure with
screw and tighten.

XR 1200X:

See

Feed instrument harness along left side of frame next
to left and right hand control harnesses and inside of
coil bracket upright.

Plug instrument harness pin connector [20A] into
socket connector [20B] in right wire harness caddy.

Secure instrument harness to vehicle with cable straps in
locations previously noted.

Install fuel tank. See

Install main fuse.

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)

Install seat.

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6.16

TAIL LAMP: ALL MODELS EXCEPT XL 883N/XL
1200X/V

BULB REPLACEMENT EXCEPT XL 1200C/C
ANV/CP/CA/CB

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

2.3-2.7 Nm

20-24

in-lbs

Tail lamp lens screw

NOTE

XL 883N/XL 1200X/V:

•

The stop lamps are dual filament turn signal bulbs in
housings with red lenses. Replace the turn signal bulbs.

•

Certain markets require the XL 883R/L tail lamp.

Turn the ignition switch to OFF.

See

Figure 6-44

. Remove two screws and lens (4) from

base (3).

Press the locking tab. Remove 4-pin multilock connector
from circuit board.

Turn socket assembly (1) one-quarter turn counterclock-
wise to release assembly from lens. Remove (pull)
assembly from lens. Remove bulb from socket.

Coat base of

new

bulb with ELECTRICAL CONTACT

LUBRICANT. Install

new

bulb into socket.

Install bulb assembly into lens. Turn assembly one-quarter
turn clockwise to lock in place.

Connect 4-pin multilock connector to circuit board.

Install lens to base with two screws. Tighten to 20-24

in-lbs

(2.3-2.7 Nm).

Be sure that all lights and switches operate properly before
operating motorcycle. Low visibility of rider can result in
death or serious injury. (00316a)

Test tail lamp.

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1. Bulb/socket assembly
2. 4-pin multilock connector
3. Base
4. Lens

Figure 6-44. Tail Lamp

BASE REPLACEMENT: XL 883R/L AND XR
1200X

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

5.1-5.4 Nm

45-48

in-lbs

Tail lamp base mounting
screw: XL Models

4.1-6.8 Nm

36-60

in-lbs

Tail lamp base mounting
screw: XR 1200X

2.3-2.7 Nm

20-24

in-lbs

Tail lamp lens screw

To prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause
death or serious injury, remove main fuse before pro-
ceeding. (00251b)

Remove main fuse.

See

Figure 6-45

Figure 6-46

. Remove two screws (1)

and lens (2) from base (9).

See

Figure 6-47

. Press locking tab and remove 4-Pin

multilock connector [93] (1) from circuit board.

Press locking tabs and remove right [18] (3) and left [19]
(2) two 2-Pin turn signal connectors and 6-Pin Power In
connector [94] (4) from the circuit board.

XL Models except 1200C/CP/CA/CB:

See

Figure 6-45

Remove base as follows:

Remove screw (6) from nut plate (7).

Remove circuit board (8) from base.

Remove base (9) from rear fender.

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XL Models except 1200C/CP/CA/CB:

Install base as

follows:

Install base on rear fender.

Install screw, pin housing and circuit board to base.
Tighten to 45-48

in-lbs

(5.1-5.4 Nm).

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1. Screw
2. Lens
3. Socket
4. Bulb
5. Tail lamp connector [93]
6. Screw
7. Nut plate
8. Circuit board
9. Base

Figure 6-45. Tail Lamp Assembly: XL 883R/L

XR 1200X:

See

Figure 6-49

. Remove base as follows:

Remove pin housing and circuit board from base.

Remove screws (1, 2) and remove base from frame.

If replacing base, remove turn signals from base. See

6.18 FRONT TURN SIGNALS

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1. Screw
2. Lens
3. Socket
4. Gasket
5. Reflector
6. Circuit board
7. Fastener

Figure 6-46. Tail Lamp Assembly: XR 1200X

XR 1200X:

See

Figure 6-49

. Install base as follows:

Install base to frame with screws (1, 2). Tighten screw
to 36-60

in-lbs

(4.1-6.8 Nm).

Set pin housing and circuit board onto base.

Install connectors to circuit board.

10. Install lens to base with two screws. Tighten screws to

20-24

in-lbs

(2.3-2.7 Nm).

11. Install main fuse.

Be sure headlamp, tail and stop lamp and turn signals are
operating properly before riding. Poor visibility of rider to
other motorists can result in death or serious injury.
(00478b)

12. Verify operation of lighting system.

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1. Tail lamp [93]
2. Left turn signal [19]
3. Right turn signal [18]
4. Power in [94]

Figure 6-47. Tail Lamp Base Connectors

H-D

USA

68830-98

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1. Pin housing
2. Circuit board

Figure 6-48. Pin Housing and Circuit Board

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1. Screw (2)
2. Screw
3. Base

Figure 6-49. Tail Lamp Base: XR 1200X

LED TAIL LAMP: XL 1200C/C ANV/CP/CA/CB

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

2.3-2.8 Nm

20-25

in-lbs

Tail lamp LED screws: XL
1200C/C ANV/CP/CA/CB

4.5-5.6 Nm

40-50

in-lbs

Tail lamp LED base fasteners:
XL 1200C/C ANV/CP/CA/CB

Removal

To prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause
death or serious injury, remove main fuse before pro-
ceeding. (00251b)

Remove main fuse.

Remove the seat.

See

Figure 6-50

. Separate the tail lamp subharness con-

nector [40] housings.

Remove the lower rear shock bolts and raise the motor-
cycle to access the tail lamp. See

2.24 SHOCK

ABSORBERS

See

Figure 6-51

. Remove the fasteners (3) and remove

the wire harness from the inner fender rail.

Separate the tail lamp base (2) from the rubber gasket
(5).

Remove the two screws (4) to remove the LED (1) from
the tail lamp base.

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Figure 6-50. Tail Lamp Subharness Connector [40]

Installation

Thread the LED wire harness through the tail lamp base
and the rubber gasket.

Fasten the LED to the tail lamp base and tighten the
screws to 20-25

in-lbs

(2.3-2.8 Nm).

Loosely install the rubber gasket and the tail lamp to the
fender and thread the wire harness back through the inner
rail.

Tighten the fasteners to 40-50

in-lbs

(4.5-5.6 Nm).

Lower the rear wheel and install the shock bolts. See

Connect the subharness connector [7] housings.

Install main fuse.

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)

Install the seat.

Be sure that all lights and switches operate properly before
operating motorcycle. Low visibility of rider can result in
death or serious injury. (00316a)

Verify operation of lighting system.

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1. LED tail lamp
2. Base
3. Fasteners
4. Screws
5. Gasket
6. Subharness connector [40]

Figure 6-51. LED Tail Lamp: XL 1200C/C ANV/CP/CA/CB

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6.17

LICENSE PLATE LAMP MODULE: XL 883N, XL
1200X/V

GENERAL

The XL 883N and XL 1200X/V models use a convertible side-
mount license plate in some markets. This assembly requires
a separate license plate lamp module.

NOTES

•

This part cannot be repaired. Replace upon failure.

•

This feature may not be available in all markets.

REMOVAL: DOMESTIC ONLY

TOOL NAME

PART NUMBER

FAT JACK

HD-45968

To prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause
death or serious injury, remove main fuse before pro-
ceeding. (00251b)

Remove main fuse.

Position vehicle upright on a suitable lift. Use a FAT JACK
(Part No. HD-45968) or similar lifting device underneath
frame to raise rear end of motorcycle high enough to
permit the removal of the lower shock absorber mounting
screws.

Remove lower shock absorber mounting screw and nut
on each side of vehicle. See

Continue to raise vehicle enough to access wiring on
underside of rear fender.

Remove seat.

See

Figure 6-52

. Unplug license plate lamp connector

[40].

See

Figure 6-53

. Carefully pull license plate lamp harness

(6) through feed-through hole (5) on left side of fender.

Remove license plate lamp harness from fender harness
clip (1) on left side of fender.

See

Figure 6-54

. Remove license plate lamp harness (3)

from upper license plate bracket harness clips (1) and
harness channel (2).

10. Remove two screws (4) and license plate lamp module

(5) from license plate bracket.

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Figure 6-52. License Plate Lamp Connector [40]

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1. Harness bracket (2)
2. Right rear lighting harness
3. Left rear lighting harness
4. Right feed-through hole
5. Left feed-through hole
6. License plate lamp harness

Figure 6-53. Lighting Harnesses and Harness Brackets:

XL 883N, XL 1200X/V

6-40 2013 Sportster Service: Electrical

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1. Upper license plate bracket harness clip (5)
2. Harness channel
3. License plate lamp harness
4. Screw (2)
5. License plate lamp module

Figure 6-54. Removing/Installing License Plate Lamp

Module: XL 883N, XL 1200X

INSTALLATION: DOMESTIC ONLY

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

61-68 Nm

45-50 ft-lbs

Shock absorber mounting bolt

See

Figure 6-54

. Install

new

license plate lamp module

(5) into convertible side mount license plate bracket.
Secure with two screws (4).

Feed license plate lamp harness (3) up through harness
channel (2). Insert harness into upper license plate bracket
harness clips (1).

See

Figure 6-53

. Insert license plate lamp harness (6) into

fender harness clip (1) on left side of fender.

Feed harness through feed-through hole (5) on left side
of rear fender.

See

Figure 6-52

. Plug in license plate lamp connector [40].

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)

Install seat.

Install lower shock absorber screw and nut on each side
of vehicle. Tighten to 45-50 ft-lbs (61-68 Nm). See

Install main fuse.

Remove vehicle from lift.

Be sure headlamp, tail and stop lamp and turn signals are
operating properly before riding. Poor visibility of rider to
other motorists can result in death or serious injury.
(00478b)

10. Verify operation of lighting system.

REMOVAL: NON-DOMESTIC

TOOL NAME

PART NUMBER

FAT JACK

HD-45968

See

Figure 6-55

. The XL 883N and XL 1200X/V models built

for international markets incorporate a center-mounted license
plate holder and lamp assembly.

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Figure 6-55. License Plate Holder and Lamp Assembly: XL

883N, XL 1200X/V (HDI)

Remove main fuse.

Remove seat.

Use a FAT JACK (Part No. HD-45968) or similar lifting
device underneath frame to raise rear end of motorcycle
high enough to permit the removal of the lower shock
absorber mounting screws.

Remove lower shock absorber mounting screw and nut
on each side of vehicle. See