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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 11:36 PM
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Question Red Key Light
I have an 09 Nightser and the red key light is coming on n off, i do not have a security system installed on the bike, any ideas why it may be coming on?
 
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Old Jun 18, 2012 | 11:39 PM
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The key light also doubles as a trouble code light. It can also indicate a bad clearance/blinker bulb. There is a procedure to check codes using the odometer button but not sure how in a sporty.
 
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hi thanks, I checked the blinkers they work.. Hmmmm
 
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Here: https://www.hdforums.com/forum/sport...odes-dtcs.html Should work for an 09 as well but I'm not a sporty guy and its past most of those guys bed time!
 
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Oh and welcome to the forum!
 
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thank you!
 
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