Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Radiator / cooling fan motor removal and installation
Removal
- Remove the inner under cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
- Drain engine coolant. Refer to “cooling system inspection” in section 0b .
- Disconnect the reservoir tank inlet hose (1) and water air bleed hose (2).
- Remove the radiator reservoir tank (3).
- Disconnect the radiator inlet hose (4).
- Disconnect the cooling fan motor coupler (5).
- Remove the oil cooler (6) from the bracket.
- Remove the radiator assembly by removing the bolts.
- Remove the radiator outlet hose (7) and cooling fan motor (8) from the radiator.
Installation
Install the radiator in the reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following points:
- install the radiator and oil cooler to their bracket. Refer to “radiator inspection and cleaning” .
- Apply thread lock to the reservoir tank bolt and tighten it securely.
: Thread lock cement
99000–32110
(thread lock cement super “1322” or
equivalent)
- Connect the radiator hoses securely. Refer to “water hose routing diagram” .
- Pour engine coolant. Refer to “cooling system inspection” in section 0b .
- Bleed air from the cooling circuit. Refer to “cooling system inspection” in section 0b .
Radiator inspection and cleaning
Radiator hose inspection
Refer to “cooling system inspection” in section 0b .
Radiator inspection
Inspect the radiator for water leaks. If any defects are
found, replace the radiator with a new on ...
Water hose inspection
Inspect the water hoses in the following procedures:
remove the side cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Check the water hose ...
Other materials:
Starter clutch inspection
Refer to “starter clutch removal and installation” .
Starter clutch
Install the starter driven gear onto the starter clutch.
Turn the starter driven gear by hand to inspect the
starter clutch for a smooth movement. The gear
turns in one direction only. If a large resistance is felt
...
Front brake caliper parts inspection
Refer to “front brake caliper disassembly and assembly” .
Brake caliper cylinder
Inspect the brake caliper cylinder wall for nicks,
scratches or other damage. If any damage is found,
replace the caliper with a new one.
Brake caliper piston
Inspect the surface of brake caliper pistons for a ...
Oil pressure regulator / oil strainer
inspection
Refer to “oil pan / oil pressure regulator / oil strainer removal and
installation” .
Oil pressure regulator
Inspect the operation of the oil pressure regulator by
pushing the piston with a proper bar.
If the piston does not operate smoothly, replace the oil
pressure regulator with a new on ...