Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Precautions

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Precautions for engine cooling system

You can be injured by boiling fluid or steam if you open the radiator cap when the engine is hot.

After the engine cools, wrap a thick cloth around cap and carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow pressure to escape and then turn the cap all the way off.
The engine must be cool before servicing the cooling system.
Coolant is harmful:

if it comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush with water.
If swallowed accidentally, induce vomiting and call physician immediately.
Keep it away from children.

Precautions for engine coolant

Refer to “engine coolant recommendation” in section 0a .

General description

Engine coolant description Caution use a high quality ethylene glycol base anti-freeze, mixed with distilled water. Do not mix an alcohol base anti-freeze and different b ...

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Starter relay inspection
Inspect the starter relay in the following procedures: remove the starter relay. Refer to “starter relay removal and installation” . Apply 12 v to “a” and “b” terminals and check for continuity between the positive and negative terminals using the multi-circuit tester. If th ...

Swingarm related parts inspection
Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” (page 2c- 9). Spacers Remove the collar and spacer from the swingarm. Inspect the collars and spacer for wear and damage. If any defects are found, replace them with new ones. Chain buffer Inspect the chain buffer for wear and ...

Ecm removal and installation
Removal Remove the frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6). Disconnect the battery (–) lead wire. Remove the tool set (1) and prop stay (2). Disconnect the hose clamp (3) (e-33 only) and starter relay (4). Remo ...