Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: 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 one.
If the fins are bent or dented, repair them by carefully straightening them with the blade of a small screwdriver.
Radiator cleaning
Blow out any foreign matter that is stuck in the radiator fins using compressed air.
Caution
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- Remove the inner under cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
- Disconnect the cooling fan motor lead wire coupler (1).
- Remove the oil cooler (2) from the bracket.
- Remove the radiator mounting bolts.
- Move the radiator forward.
- Apply compressed air from the engine side.
- Tighten the upper radiator mounting bolts.
- Apply thread lock to the radiator bracket bolts and tighten all bolts securely.
: Thread lock cement
99000–32110
(thread lock cement super “1322” or
equivalent)
- Apply thread lock to the oil cooler bolts and tighten them securely.
: Thread lock cement
99000–32110
(thread lock cement super “1322” or
equivalent)
- Reinstall the removed parts.
Radiator cap inspection
Inspect the radiator cap in the following procedures:
remove the radiator cap. Refer to “cooling circuit inspection” .
Attach the radiator cap (1) to the radiator tester (2)
as sho ...
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 . ...
Other materials:
Fuel pump relay inspection
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
Inspect the fuel pump relay in the following procedures:
remove the frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Remove the fuel pump relay (1).
First, check f ...
Batiery
The battery is located under the
front seat. Remove the front seat
by referring to the seat lock
and helmet holders section.
This battery is sealed type
and requires no maintenance.
Have your dealer check the battery's
state of charge periodically.
The standard charging rate is
1.2A x ...
Clutch parts inspection
Refer to “clutch removal” and “clutch installation” .
Clutch drive and driven plate
Note
wipe off the engine oil from the drive and
driven plates with a clean rag.
Measure the thickness of drive plates with a vernier
calipers. If the drive plate thickness is found to have ...