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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 07:38 PM
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I just finished installing new brackets for the passing lamps/turn signals. When I put the battery cable(s) against the terminal to screw them in, I get some sparking. I have a 2003 EGC, with the factory security system. Can anyone tell me if there are supposed to be sparks at this point, or is it more likely to indicate I've got a short? Unplugging the harness I just rewired according to the HD instruction doesn't make any difference. Thanks in advance...
 
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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 07:51 PM
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Default RE: Battery re-connect sparks

Just means you have a draw, alarm will have a slight draw ECM could also have a draw. as long as the sparks are not huge don't worry too much but keep an eye on your battery make sure it's not being drained.
 
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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 07:52 PM
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Default RE: Battery re-connect sparks

I'm assuming the sparks are very small. What you are seeing is the current flow to your ECM and Factory alarm system to as it is re energized. You are fine.

 
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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 08:01 PM
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Default RE: Battery re-connect sparks

Yup, the sparks are small...I just didn't remember any sparking when I disconnected...

Thanks guys......
Don
 
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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 08:10 PM
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Default RE: Battery re-connect sparks

Same thing happened here on my 08 SG. It didn't cause any problems.
 
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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 08:16 PM
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You're good to go then Don.

Happy riding!
 
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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 08:18 PM
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No, no, no. Use this opportunity to tell the wife you need a new bike
 
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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 08:21 PM
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Holy crap! You're right Dawg. We did provide ill advised guidance to 2003flhtci!
 
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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 08:47 PM
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Default RE: Battery re-connect sparks

If the sparks are like using a stick welder,then you have problems!
Little sparks are normal.
 
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Old Mar 11, 2008 | 08:31 AM
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NORMAL AS ALL HAVE SAID..
 
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