Excelsior-HENDERSON HCX 1999, Service Handbook

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BODY/EXHAUST
6999-0003 7/15/99
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USING THE FUEL PUMP POWER JUMPER WIRE
1. Remove the saddle(s)
(see SADDLE REMOVAL page 2-3) .
2. Remove the rear fuel tank mounting screw and isolator.
3. Remove the instrument cluster from the fuel tank (see
Chapter 18. LIGHTS/GAUGES/SWITCHES) .
4. Disconnect the wiring harness from the fuel pump.
1. FUEL PUMP CONNECTOR
5. Place a rag between the front of the fuel tank and the
triple clamp to protect the tank.
Caution
Lifting the fuel tank too high will bring the front of the fuel
tank in contact with the triple clamp possibly damaging
the finish.
6. Lift the rear of the fuel tank two or three inches to expose
the fuel hose connection.
WARNING
The fuel hose is under pressure. Wear eye protection and
use a rag to cover the disconnection point to prevent fuel
spray.
7. Wrap a rag around the fuel hose connection point and
disconnect the hose from the fuel pump. Wipe up any spilled
fuel.
1. FUEL HOSE
8. Connect a drain hose to the fuel tank.
9. Run the drain hose into a suitable container (up to 6.5
gallons).
10. Secure the hose to prevent it from coming out of the
container while running the pump.
1. DRAIN HOSE