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Clutch Interlock switch...how?

hoffmanswen

Has two wheels and flies
Ok, all. I've successfully isolated my starting problem down to a failed clutch-interlock switch (R1100RSL). Does anyone have a good trick for getting on the jam nut of the old switch to get it out, and for getting onto the jam nut of the new one to install it? I did a quick search of the forum and came up with nuttin'.

Thanks in advance.

Swen:coffee
 
The easiest thing is to cut the wires going to the switch, wire them together and just leave it like that. I'm told you can use a pair of needlenose pliers to reach in and turn the switch out but I've never tried it.
 
interlock

Cut the wires on the old switch. Slip a deep socket (11 mm maybe) down over the wires and onto the switch.
To reinstall, use a pair of thin needlenose pliers to snug the new one up. It doesn't have to be more than snug.
 
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