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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Transmission related parts inspection
Refer to “transmission removal” , “transmission installation” and “countershaft gear / driveshaft gear disassembly and assembly” . Gearshift fork to groove clearance Note the clearance for each gearshift fork plays an important role in the smoothness and positiveness of the ...

Tp sensor adjustment
Inspect the tp sensor setting position and adjust it if necessary in the following procedures: connect the special tool (mode select switch) to the dealer mode coupler. Refer to “self-diagnostic procedures” in section 1a . Special tool : 09930–82720 (mode selection switch) Warn ...

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 ...