Using the kill switch - mandatory?
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 863
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From: spain and uk
Kill Switch.
Salesman was very insistent on the start and stop procedure. Twice I've forgotten and gone straight for the ignition switch like I do on the Kawa and got a TPS error code next time I've started up.
Salesman was very insistent on the start and stop procedure. Twice I've forgotten and gone straight for the ignition switch like I do on the Kawa and got a TPS error code next time I've started up.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 1,745
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From: Lafayette La
Your post in essence kinda confirms JohnnyC earlier post on the shut down procedure. I agree with JohnnyC in that you just don't unplug the power on a computer. You use the shut down procedure. Now I'm more inclined to believe that its always better to use the kill button first.
I am wondering how the kill switch relates to the infotainment system seeing the infotainment system stays running even after the engine is turned off with the kill switch and doesn't turn off until the ignition is turned off.
I am not saying it doesn't make a difference, but ...
I am not saying it doesn't make a difference, but ...
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: SoCal
You'd think if the using the ign switch to kill the motor would hurt the infotainment, HD would put a timed relay on the system so it doesn't lose power till they want it to. Autos have more sophisticated electronics with wifi and 4g etc and they don't require you to kill the motor only first before you turn off the key switch, so I'm sure if that was for sure is the answer it'd be easier for HD to do that than do all that warranty work. Maybe its in the pipeline or maybe it isn't the problem, LOL
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 1,745
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From: Lafayette La
I am wondering how the kill switch relates to the infotainment system seeing the infotainment system stays running even after the engine is turned off with the kill switch and doesn't turn off until the ignition is turned off.
I am not saying it doesn't make a difference, but ...
I am not saying it doesn't make a difference, but ...
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2014
Posts: 1,036
Likes: 45
From: Florida
I am wondering how the kill switch relates to the infotainment system seeing the infotainment system stays running even after the engine is turned off with the kill switch and doesn't turn off until the ignition is turned off.
I am not saying it doesn't make a difference, but ...
I am not saying it doesn't make a difference, but ...
Last edited by Cool Inferno; Apr 15, 2015 at 04:09 PM.
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From: People's Republic of Boulder Colorado
Thanks everybody!
Well, when I originally posted this question, I never expected so many widely varied answers and opinions.
The one thing I've found, though, is that if the manufacturer recommends something in the owner's manual, then there must be SOME reason for it (and if anybody knows the absolutely definitive answer as to why they stress the use of the kill switch, please speak up!).
I'm wondering if it's all nothing more than just going along with MSF guidelines and doesn't really matter, otherwise.
Thanks to all for your responses and opinions.
Ride safe, y'all,
JP
The one thing I've found, though, is that if the manufacturer recommends something in the owner's manual, then there must be SOME reason for it (and if anybody knows the absolutely definitive answer as to why they stress the use of the kill switch, please speak up!).
I'm wondering if it's all nothing more than just going along with MSF guidelines and doesn't really matter, otherwise.
Thanks to all for your responses and opinions.
Ride safe, y'all,
JP
Last edited by jpooch00; Apr 15, 2015 at 08:02 PM.
Road Captain
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 610
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From: White Bear Lake, MN
Well, when I originally posted this question, I never expected so many widely varied answers and opinions.
The one thing I've found, though, is that if the manufacturer recommends something in the owner's manual, then there must be SOME reason for it (and if anybody knows the absolutely definitive answer as to why they stress the use of the kill switch, please speak up!).
I'm wondering if it's all nothing more than just going along with MSF guidelines and doesn't really matter, otherwise.
Thanks to all for your responses and opinions.
Ride safe, y'all,
JP
The one thing I've found, though, is that if the manufacturer recommends something in the owner's manual, then there must be SOME reason for it (and if anybody knows the absolutely definitive answer as to why they stress the use of the kill switch, please speak up!).
I'm wondering if it's all nothing more than just going along with MSF guidelines and doesn't really matter, otherwise.
Thanks to all for your responses and opinions.
Ride safe, y'all,
JP
I bet this thread goes on for another 5 pages...
On another forum I frequent, they have a section called NEPRT--Never Ending Pointless Recurring Threads. It's where every thread that starts like "What's the best__________?"
Could be oil, tires, Seafoam, or starting/shutdown procedure debate. Many things make it into the NEPRT section, because many things come up for debate with no clear winning argument--ever.
Kind of like this one...
Shane