TSSM trouble?????
OK, went out to leave this morning, the alarm system went off,lights flashed, all the good crap. The starter will not engage, the turn signals will not activate as they are in the flash mode at all times. They little key light stays lit up solid while key is in the on position.
First thing I tried was the extra Fob...no help, both Fobs....no help. Had replace Fob battery last year in main Fob that I use, so went and replace both batteries. Used OHM meter to check all fuses,inspected battery cable connections,removed TSSM and inspected all pins and cavities. No connection problem found.
The fuel pump cycles,check engine light comes on. Used gauge button to check for any DTC's none in system. Reconnected to TTS and used it to check for any codes....no codes. Used the owners manual and a few instructions in different threads I read. Unable to get the dash to display my code in the system. Do the on-off-on-off-on, 3 left t/s,1 right t/s....dash goes back to odometer reading. Tried to install new code...no way.
Is there any way of checking the TSSM ? I just hate the thought of putting it on a trailer and not go to some ralley...hahah It would be about a 20mile push to the nearest dealer. I'm too old and too lazy to push it that far.
If not reflash to stock then reflash your map I couldn,t see it being a issue with TTS as that system is sound,
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Thank You for your service. Keep your head down and come home safe.
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Equalizer III built-in), you are still getting 2-3 normal flashes and then rapid
flash, and if your bike does not seem to respond as indicated to the procedure
detailed on the “FOR 2001 AND UP HARLEY-DAVIDSONS WITH TSSM SECURITY
MODULE” instructions, you likely have one of the later generation TSM/TSSM or
HFSM modules. For these later bikes, approximately 2005 and up, try the
following simpler procedure instead:
Step #1: Pull your Maxi-fuse, killing all the power to the bike. Go grab a cold
one, or otherwise kill 10 minutes.
Step #2: Wipe the froth from your lip and replace the Maxi-fuse, returning the
power to the bike.
Step #3: Turn the ignition switch to on, and then activate your 4-way emergency
flashers. (Press and hold both turn signal buttons until all four turn signals flash.)
Let the 4-ways run for 10 seconds or so, then cancel.
Step #4: Activate your left turn signal. Let it flash for 10 seconds, then cancel.
Step #5: Activate your right turn signal. Let it flash for 10 seconds, then cancel.
Step #6: Turn off your ignition, wait a minute or so. You should be all set!
Note: If you see normal operation with the key on but the bike not running, but
then see rapid flashing with the bike running, you probably have a weak battery.
Have your battery load checked and replace if necessary. If you still have the
issue after replacing the battery, repeat the above six steps, only this time at the
beginning of Step #3, start the bike. This will allow the TSM/TSSM/HFSM and
The fob that I carry on my work keys, must have went dead since the last time I had ridden on Sat. 1) dumb *** move do not lay you fob on your cell phone. The spare fob that has been hanging on the wall since new, must of had dead battery. Like I said I went and got new batteries. Remove the cover on my carry fob,the battery fell out. Removed cover on the spare fob, again when opening it the battery came loose. 2) Be damn sure which way the battery is installed in the fob. RTFM!!!!!
The dealer was cool about it. Said for giving them a good laugh to start a day.NO CHARGE!!!!!!!
Again Thank You!!!! Be safe over there...get home and we ever meet the frist few beers be on me.
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Last year when I was at Street Vibrations in Virginia City, I watched this guy come out of the bar and get on his bike. He couldn't get it started. As me and a buddy were walking to our bikes, this guy started to push start his. We got on our bikes, drove up the hill where this guy was still trying to get his started and asked him what was up, he said he couldn't get it started. Asked him what year it was and asked him if the kill switch was on RUN, he said yes, then I asked him if he had the security system, he said yes, then I asked him if he had his FOB on him? I got the deer in the headlight look.(that's what a couple beers will do sometimes) His buddies were standing on the balcony of the bar, overlooking the street and laughing their *** off. They tossed him the rest of his keys over the rail that had his FOB connected. This poor guy was out of breath trying to push start his 600lb bike. Now with FOB in hand, It started...
We tend to overlook the FOB and I'm the first to admit, it's a PITA, I'd like to disconnect mine. If your on the road somewhere and that battery takes a ****, your SOL and better hope some kind of a store is around that has a battery. The same goes if you're away from home and you lose that FOB, you trip is done!
What's good about your experience, you will now remember about your security system and how the flashing lights are the indicator. You will get the same flashing lights result, when the FOB isn't near or by the bike, move the bike and they flash like a Christmas Tree.
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I use a disk brake lock with an alarm when I travel. Never had a problem with it. I chose not to get the security system on my new bike once I knew how easy they were to disable. I figure bike thieves probably know this too.


