Trigger Switch

[52edub]

My trigger switch doesn't seem to be working. I cannot change the display from total mileage. I can hold the switch down and turn on the ignition to go to Diagnostic, but it won't advance beyond that. It got a wash at the dealer, but was working on the way home as I reset trip A when I filled up. Looked up the part number and it says it's 71500236, but when I do a search on some dealer sites only 71500236A shows up. Is that the right part?

 

[Jack Klarich]

My trigger switch doesn't seem to be working. I cannot change the display from total mileage. I can hold the switch down and turn on the ignition to go to Diagnostic, but it won't advance beyond that. It got a wash at the dealer, but was working on the way home as I reset trip A when I filled up. Looked up the part number and it says it's 71500236, but when I do a search on some dealer sites only 71500236A shows up. Is that the right part?

That is a NEW part number Any time HD changes part numbers they add a letter @ the end of the part number

I had mine changed on my 15 twice

 

[Jack Klarich]

My trigger switch doesn't seem to be working. I cannot change the display from total mileage. I can hold the switch down and turn on the ignition to go to Diagnostic, but it won't advance beyond that. It got a wash at the dealer, but was working on the way home as I reset trip A when I filled up. Looked up the part number and it says it's 71500236, but when I do a search on some dealer sites only 71500236A shows up. Is that the right part?

Yes it is, the A at the end is HD way of coding a new and improved part next a B then a C

[h=1]SWITCHPACK,HC,LH,BEZEL&CRUISE,[/h] Reference: HD-71500236A

Brand: Harley-Davidson®

MPN: 71500236A

Condition: New product

Supercedes: 71500236

 

[Freewheeling Ron]

Have you tried spraying a little WD40 in it, then blow it out with some compressed air? It could just be moisture in there causing it not to work.

 

[52edub]

I think the button is sealed and the moving trigger just presses on it. I did spray some electrical contact cleaner in the hole and will try some air later.

 

[52edub]

Why isn't there an illuminated option like other touring bikes. If I have to replace the switch it would be nice to upgrade. Typical HD

 

[Jack Klarich]

I dunno why HD made these switches all 1 unit

I see why they have a high rate of failure now

## 14 is the switch unit The trigger button is just a button

I am seeing alot of problems with water intrusion

 

[52edub]

It looks a little beyond my capability to replace it. I did find the part for $139 bucks so that's not too bad. Now will have to find out how much my dealer will charge to put it in. The tech I talked to about the problem knew exactly what was wrong so maybe they do have some kind of failure rate.

 

[Jack Klarich]

It looks a little beyond my capability to replace it. I did find the part for $139 bucks so that's not too bad. Now will have to find out how much my dealer will charge to put it in. The tech I talked to about the problem knew exactly what was wrong so maybe they do have some kind of failure rate.

Dry it out good It may start working again

Tho It is an on going problem IMO

I try to keep as much water away from the switches when washing the trike

I hope your dealer detail guy was on his game and did not get TOO much water in the switch

Did you talk to service about good willing the part?

 

[MDO]

What year trike?

 

[52edub]

A 2015

 

[MDO]

They probably improved it with the upgrade, knowing it was a problem.

Possibly there is a technical service bulletin on it?

 

[52edub]

Didn't find one

 

[52edub]

No luck on getting the switch to work with either air or contact cleaner. Bought a new switch assembly (there were three on the shelf) at my dealer who matched internet pricing. That many switch assemblies on the shelf makes me think there is a failure rate of some sort. I know the clutch switch can fail.

 

[MDO]

No luck on getting the switch to work with either air or contact cleaner. Bought a new switch assembly (there were three on the shelf) at my dealer who matched internet pricing. That many switch assemblies on the shelf makes me think there is a failure rate of some sort. I know the clutch switch can fail.

When you say new switch assembly, what does that include?

 

[Jack Klarich]

When you say new switch assembly, what does that include?

When my LS trigger went south, the dealer replaced the entire switch half

It appears to be all integrated into 1 unit non serviceable individually smart move on The MOCO part

71500236

SWITCH PACK, LEFT HAND CONTROL,

185.49

163.49

Retail Your price

 

[52edub]

You are correct it is a complete switch assembly. There are no individual switches. It wraps around the handlebar with one plug in. I'll get a picture tomorrow and load it up.

 

[Jack Klarich]

You are correct it is a complete switch assembly. There are no individual switches. It wraps around the handlebar with one plug in. I'll get a picture tomorrow and load it up.

See #8

I had this replaced on my 15 Freewheeler

 

[52edub]

Pictures. Last two pictures point (with pen) to the clutch switch (backside of switch assembly) and the trigger switch (top of the switch assembly).

 

[52edub]

My switch assembly woes continue. I had the new assembly installed by my dealer. Yea, the trigger switch is working and all is well. Well almost, the bike will not start in gear. The clutch switch is defective. Next woe, surprise a new part number 71500236B as the A part number has been superceded. It's also on back order and won't be in till after my departure next week for Daytona. I had my old bad switch put back in as I would rather not have a bike that can't start in gear. I will now have to make a note of my mileage to keep myself from running in to low fuel problems. Here's hoping for a warm Bike Week.

 

[Jack Klarich]

My switch assembly woes continue. I had the new assembly installed by my dealer. Yea, the trigger switch is working and all is well. Well almost, the bike will not start in gear. The clutch switch is defective. Next woe, surprise a new part number 71500236B as the A part number has been superceded. It's also on back order and won't be in till after my departure next week for Daytona. I had my old bad switch put back in as I would rather not have a bike that can't start in gear. I will now have to make a note of my mileage to keep myself from running in to low fuel problems. Here's hoping for a warm Bike Week.

more quality control issues from Mexico no doubt

 

[52edub]

Just weird. I can say this is the first for any Harley I've owned. Other than the switch the trike has worked flawlessly since I've owned it.

 

[Jack Klarich]

Just weird. I can say this is the first for any Harley I've owned. Other than the switch the trike has worked flawlessly since I've owned it.

It is a shame HD has to deal with Delphi and other cheap electronics from Mexico to keep costs down so the bean counters are happy

My 15 FLRT throttle by wire went down, that part also made in Mexico

Next was the LS switch half, not once but twice

 

[Papa Zook]

You do not want to be spraying anything in the controller (they are not called switches anymore) on the newer bikes and trikes. They are no longer simple contact switches but are electronic controllers with tiny microprocessor chips inside. It is almost never a mechanical issue, but an electronic issue.

This is why they cost so much and they are falling in mass numbers. They are 'Assembled in Mexico', but I'm sure the components are most likely China made.

Here is a fog light controller pack I just replaced this weekend on a 2015 CVO Ultra. The one on the left is of course the new one, the one on the right is the fried one.

 

[Papa Zook]

One actual controller button, two dummy buttons, cost $76.75. Made in China? assembled in Mexico..





Here is the Harley Patent on the "Controller"

 

[MDO]

53edub, I'm curious, the picture posted of the new trike switch, why is there no "R" for reverse?

 

[52edub]

Good eyes. It's a switch for a Street Glide. Just wanted to point out the trigger switch on the assembly