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Hey guys thought I would put up a few images of an Aux battery harness for our CE’s.
For those using the 12 volt power plug - On the CE 04 console, be advised it will only handle 3-4 amps then shuts down from over-current. The port is primarily designed to power say a small GPS, recharge helmets or phone. If you happen to trip the 12 volt power plug, by restarting the bike it restores power again. Not sure if it’s a re-settable breaker or possibly Can-bus is powering it down from over-load. Regardless it is not powered by the multi-fuse bank under the side cover. For these same reasons if you’re attempting to power heated jackets or in my case a 12 volt air pump, you’ll need an Aux power hookup that is powered directly from the 12 volt battery. Keep in mind the 12 volt batteries primary purpose is to power the process and close the HV battery contacts. One the bike is up and running, the DC to DC down-converter powers all the 12 volt accessories, lights, display etc.
A word of Caution - You “Should Not” attempt to charge or worse jump the 12 volt battery - From this Aux power hookup since there is a chance you could damage the bikes DC to DC down-converter which charges the 12 volt battery and powers the bikes 12 volt accessories from the high voltage battery. The problem exists because the bikes processor automatically monitors the 12 volt battery even when the ignition is “Off”, therefore if you apply a charger outputting 14-16 volts, it may feed back to the DC down-converter with a chance it may pull up an “Error code” disabling the bike, or worse damaging the DC to DC down-converter. If your battery become discharged (Display remains off) you’ll need to remove the single screw on the right side, then pull the cover loose from its clips. Next pull the two internal covers off to revel the battery terminals. Unhook one of the terminals from the battery (protect it) then apply the charging current direct to the battery “Itself” only.
The Harness I used is available almost everywhere - It comes with loop connectors on one end and an SAE connector on the other. Make sure your harness is equipped with a fuse as well which protects the connector from short circuiting the battery and the possibility of pulling up a 12 volt battery errors. I installed a 10 amp fuse in the harness which is ample for my heated jacket or more important my 12 volt air pump. If your powering a jacket and pants you might consider a 15 amp fuse.
Installation is straight forward - First remove the exterior panel by removing a 25 Tork screw. Next remover the battery cover. You’ll have to remove two other Torks towards the rear to remove the battery / fuse connector. (you might want to prep under the panels with a white washcloth to catch run-away hardware from dropping in the bike. Finally remove the plastic cable retainer clip on the battery itself. I ran my harnesses SAE output connector aft and tie-wrapped it to the frame allowing it to exit aft under the seat. If you like the harness can be ran forward around mid-way of the seat as well. positioned aft, I found there is a small recess under the seat which holds the connector in place when not in use.
About a decade ago - I changed all my bikes over to SAE connectors for battery charging or power accessories so I have one connector type for all bikes and uses. - Mike
Link for typical wire Harness
For those using the 12 volt power plug - On the CE 04 console, be advised it will only handle 3-4 amps then shuts down from over-current. The port is primarily designed to power say a small GPS, recharge helmets or phone. If you happen to trip the 12 volt power plug, by restarting the bike it restores power again. Not sure if it’s a re-settable breaker or possibly Can-bus is powering it down from over-load. Regardless it is not powered by the multi-fuse bank under the side cover. For these same reasons if you’re attempting to power heated jackets or in my case a 12 volt air pump, you’ll need an Aux power hookup that is powered directly from the 12 volt battery. Keep in mind the 12 volt batteries primary purpose is to power the process and close the HV battery contacts. One the bike is up and running, the DC to DC down-converter powers all the 12 volt accessories, lights, display etc.
A word of Caution - You “Should Not” attempt to charge or worse jump the 12 volt battery - From this Aux power hookup since there is a chance you could damage the bikes DC to DC down-converter which charges the 12 volt battery and powers the bikes 12 volt accessories from the high voltage battery. The problem exists because the bikes processor automatically monitors the 12 volt battery even when the ignition is “Off”, therefore if you apply a charger outputting 14-16 volts, it may feed back to the DC down-converter with a chance it may pull up an “Error code” disabling the bike, or worse damaging the DC to DC down-converter. If your battery become discharged (Display remains off) you’ll need to remove the single screw on the right side, then pull the cover loose from its clips. Next pull the two internal covers off to revel the battery terminals. Unhook one of the terminals from the battery (protect it) then apply the charging current direct to the battery “Itself” only.
The Harness I used is available almost everywhere - It comes with loop connectors on one end and an SAE connector on the other. Make sure your harness is equipped with a fuse as well which protects the connector from short circuiting the battery and the possibility of pulling up a 12 volt battery errors. I installed a 10 amp fuse in the harness which is ample for my heated jacket or more important my 12 volt air pump. If your powering a jacket and pants you might consider a 15 amp fuse.
Installation is straight forward - First remove the exterior panel by removing a 25 Tork screw. Next remover the battery cover. You’ll have to remove two other Torks towards the rear to remove the battery / fuse connector. (you might want to prep under the panels with a white washcloth to catch run-away hardware from dropping in the bike. Finally remove the plastic cable retainer clip on the battery itself. I ran my harnesses SAE output connector aft and tie-wrapped it to the frame allowing it to exit aft under the seat. If you like the harness can be ran forward around mid-way of the seat as well. positioned aft, I found there is a small recess under the seat which holds the connector in place when not in use.
About a decade ago - I changed all my bikes over to SAE connectors for battery charging or power accessories so I have one connector type for all bikes and uses. - Mike
Link for typical wire Harness
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