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Old Sep 6, 2012 | 10:36 PM
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Question fuel cap, how many clicks
With my van I usually give it 3-5 clicks with 3 always being the minimum. Is there any absolute answer with our bikes or is the minimum 3 but 4-5 doesn't hurt anything a good rule with them also?
 
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After the first click turn another 45* then tap top twice. Its in the book!
 
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One Click is sufficient. After the first Click the proper sealing force has been reached and additional Clicks will not change the sealing force.
 
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Any more than 5 clicks may void your warranty. I wouldn't go past 4.
 
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I always click mine till it has Harley across the top in the correct viewing position lol
 

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The amount of clicks don't really matter as long as it is torqued to factory specs!
 
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3 clicks, wait 10 seconds, 3 more clicks, wait 12 seconds, one more click. Get on the bike from the right.
 



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