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 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 ...

Schematic and routing diagram
Cooling circuit diagram Water hose routing diagram Thermostat air bleeder hole Cushion O-ring Radiator heat guard : be careful not to damage the pawls when removing. Yellow marking White marking Clamp end should face downward ...

Gear position (gp) switch removal and installation
Removal Turn the ignition switch off. Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g- 9). Disconnect the gear position switch lead wire coupler (1). Remove the engine sprocket cover. Refer to “engine sprocket r ...