Honda CB500X - Owner's Manual > Electrical Trouble

Battery Goes Dead

Charge the battery using a motorcycle battery charger.

Remove the battery from the motorcycle before charging.

Do not use an automobile-type battery charger, as these can overheat a motorcycle battery and cause permanent damage. If the battery does not recover after recharging, contact your dealer.

NOTICE Jump starting using an automobile battery can damage your motorcycle's electrical system and is not recommended.

Bump starting is also not recommended.

Burned-out Light Bulb

Follow the procedure below to replace a burned-out light bulb.

Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position.

Allow the bulb to cool before replacing it.

Do not use bulbs other than those specified.

Check the replacement bulb for correct operation before riding.

For the light bulb wattage, see "Specifications."

Headlight/Position Lights/Front Turn Signals

The headlight, position lights and front turn signals use several LEDs.

If there is an LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.

Brake light/Taillight/Rear Turn Signals

The brake light, taillight and rear turn signals use several LEDs.

If there is an LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.

License Plate Light Bulb

1. Remove the screws, license light cover and license light cover packing.

2. Pull out the bulb without turning.

3. Install a new bulb and reinstall the parts in the reverse order of removal.

Blown Fuse

Before handling fuses, see "Inspecting and Replacing Fuses."

Fuse Box Fuses

1. Remove the seat.

2. Remove the fuse box covers.

3. Pull the fuses out one by one with the fuse puller in the tool kit and check for a blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a spare fuse of the same rating.

4. Reinstall the fuse box covers.

5. Reinstall the seat.

CB500X

CB500XA

Main Fuse

1. Remove the left side cover.

2. Disconnect the wire connector of the starter magnetic switch.

3. Pull the main fuse out and check for a blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a spare fuse of the same rating.

• Spare main fuse is provided in the starter magnetic switch.

4. Reinstall parts in the reverse order of removal.

NOTICE If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical problem. Have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

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