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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Fuel injector inspection and cleaning
Inspect the fuel injector in the following procedures: remove the fuel injector. Refer to “throttle body disassembly and assembly” in section 1d . Check the fuel injector for evidence of dirt and contamination. If present, clean and check for presence of dirt in the fuel lin ...

Engine stop switch inspection
Inspect the engine stop switch in the following procedures: turn the ignition switch off. Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” in section 1d . Disconnect the right handlebar switch coupler (1). Inspect the engine stop ...

Specifications
Service data Fi sensors Tightening torque specifications Note the specified tightening torque is described in the following. “Exhaust control system construction” “exhaust system components” Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this ...