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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 08:05 AM
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I just noticed that my front break lever seems to be loose causing my brake lites to stay on or flicker. Is there some sort of adjustment?
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 09:06 AM
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Bud of mine had the same problem....his entire hand control unit had to be replaced. The small plunger on the master cylinder had issues and was the culprit.
 
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 09:20 AM
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Try 45072-96C $36.50 first.&nbsp\\; That's a rebuild kit with plunger and all for the 07
 
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 09:27 AM
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I had the same problem and just had to replace the light switdh inside the unit.
 
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Is there not a plastic anti rattle clip like on the clutch lever? If so this is probably the cause, most likely a 99 cent part.
 
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Didnt notice a plastic clip. I'll check it out tonight. Thanks
 
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Just checked my parts book. No clip but maybe the bushing may be worn. Or the switch itself.
 
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I found the weather seal failing and the plunger sticking. dawg gave the part #. been about a year, no problems since. Nice kit, comes with everything.
 
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