Ok, I give up - what's needed to release rear turn signal light stem/holder/support?

[Columbia]

I'm having to take all the Tupperware off the left side of my ST in order to replace a cracked footrest holder piece underneath.

I cannot figure out what tool to use to release the turn signal support/holder, see the hole in the photo below. Looking into the hole from the outside, all I can see is wiring. Looking from inside, under the seat, I cannot see anything except wires exiting the holder.

The manual says "Remove retaining screw securing flasher support to vehicle." OK. Gladly. WHERE IS THE FLIPPIN' SCREW??

The factory manual I have shows no exploded view of the turn signal assembly.

Can anyone help me out?

 

[Columbia]

Here's the photo I failed to attach:

 

[Bfromla]

Being the limited, it's supposed have saddle bags & a supplied T handle tool with an odd triangle at the business end. The saddle bag brackets have 1/4 turn bolts that utilize the hole in pic, sorry, not sure of screw past that. Unfortunately, unable to inspect @ the moment, I believe the only other mount access was under the wheel well cover above the rear tire. Caution with those multiple length screws & ez cross thread clips. The two 10mm nuts also are on low torque studs. (Found out hard way...) I believe the wire harness was one main that Y split to either side. Has been a min & again, I'm unable to inspect, & only vaguely remember.

 

[BertRemington]

Does this help https://www.canamseadooskidooparts.com/oemparts/a/cam/546f7c78f870022084623e29/electrical-system-2

 

[Columbia]

Thanks, guys. Still shaking my head.

Bert: I found the same fiche(s) in multiple online spots. I'm looking at Part 280 on the section at the right of the fiche showing ST parts.

Unfortunate for me, the fiche shows no mounting screws/bolts, so no help in removing the signal holder. 'ppreciate the suggestion, though!

On a closer read of the factory manual, I see a screw referenced, but I'll be doggoned if I can locate said screw in the rear wheel well. My head is still being shook.

 

[Isopedella]

an odd triangle at the business end

Good grief thats a new one.

What next!

OP How about a clear in focus close up of that silver fitting

 

[Bfromla]

an odd triangle at the business end

Good grief thats a new one.

What next!

OP How about a clear in focus close up of that silver fitting

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Yes for general description “odd triangle” :thumbup& now found pic)

 

[Mikey]

It looks to me it's like a quarter turn, then remove it, and yours don't have a head on it for some reason! If it were me, I would ether take a trip down to the dealer and see if they could enlighten you on that fastener or order a new one and then make a plain of attack. depending on which way you have to turn the bolt to get it to release you may have to drill and easy out that shaft out of its hole, I know that sounds crazy but other than welding something on that shaft so you can get a grip on it, I don't know of any other way!! without it being in my hands , that's the best I can do for you. Good luck!!!

 

[Columbia]

Gentlemen

THANK YOU! I've been trying what little I know for three days with no progress. You give me hope!

I've ordered the triangle tool but it isn't supposed to arrive until 3 November. I have used a large screwdriver tip to work the same quarter-turn tighteners/releases on the Givi luggage racks; screwdriver works, but it doesn't leave the triangle looking healthy. Right tool for the job will improve things.

According to the factory manual there's a bolt holding the support in place. Said bolt, as far as I can tell from the diagram, resides behind the Tupperware, in the fender area above the rear tire. Looking under the fender I cannot see a bolt that matches the manual diagram, and I'm loathe to start taking out any and all bolts, but may well have to resort to that.

I'll try for a better photo and I'll look at the right-hand side as well. I'm the third owner of this ST; have no clue about the mechanical prowess of previous owners or dealers.

Again: thank you.

Steve

 

[Columbia]

some almost in-focus photos

Left side, the one I need to get off the bike. I think there's supposed to be a cover on the hole; bike didn't have any. It appears to be messed up a bit in there. I can't take credit for that. I'm guessing a PO got impatient and used brute strength and ignorance:



Another Left side:


Right (as opposed to wrong?) side:

 

[Columbia]

I HAVE taken a piece of aluminum bar and file its width sufficient to fit into the slots you can see in the photos. Tried turning. No joy.

 

[Columbia]

HALLELUJAH!

I went out in the garage and stared at the whole setup. Noticed the wires that run inside the support and into the under fender area. Saw a bolt that was in the same general aarea as the wires. Took out the bolt, figuring if it's the wrong one, I can put it back.
It's the correct one and the support is now sitting on the floor (after unplluging the two wires from the harness under the fender.)

Thanks to all of you for your stepping up to help. I'm not out of the woods yet, but I'll see if I can remove the bolts for the footrest carrier/support now or if I'll need to remove the whole Tupperware. Not HUGE endeavor there, but I prefer doing the work that's required and not any more.

Thanks!

 

[Bfromla]

Left side, the one I need to get off the bike. I think there's supposed to be a cover on the hole; bike didn't have any. It appears to be messed up a bit in there. I can't take credit for that. I'm guessing a PO got impatient and used brute strength and ignorance:
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Another Left side:
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Right (as opposed to wrong?) side:
View attachment 199582

These are lower half where the saddle bag brackets attach with 1/4 turn bolts in the brackets using the special tool:thumbup: believe bolts stay with brackets, sorry inability to inspect at moment.

 

[Mikey]

These are lower half where the saddle bag brackets attach with 1/4 turn bolts in the brackets using the special tool:thumbup: believe bolts stay with brackets, sorry inability to inspect at moment.

OH thats where that 1/4 turn bolt in that picture popped up, it goes into that hole!!!:bowdown: That makes sense now!