Suzuki DR·Z400SM Owner's Manual page 10

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JASO T903
TllO JASO T903 standard is an
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to select engine oils for 4­
stroke motorcycle and ATV
engines. Motorcycle and ATV
engines lubricate clutch and
transmission gears with engine
oil. JASO T903 specifies perfor­
mance requirements for motorcy ­
cle and
ATV clutches and
transmissions.
There are two classes, MA and
MS. The oil container shows the
classification as follows.
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Energy Conserving
Suzuki does not recommend the
use of "ENERGY CONSERVING
oils. Some engine oils which have
an API classification of SH or
higher have an "ENERGY CON·
SERVING" indication in the API
classification doughnut mark
These oils can affect engine life
and clutch performance.
Not recommended
Recommended
ENGINE COOLANT SOLUTION
I b! engine coolant that is com ­
pdllble with an aluminum radiator,
IllIXCd with distilled water at a
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mixture ratio for engine
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)olant solution. An engine cool ­
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mixture other than 50:50 can
,d'(!ct cooling efficiency or rust
IIIllIlJltlng performance.
f- ngine Coolant
I IIqine coolant should be used at
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Illnes in your motorcycle's radi­
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even if the temperature in
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area does not go down to the
III '1~/ing point. Engine coolant
,1I:1s
as a rust inhibitor and water
IlIlIllp lubricant as well as an anti­
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e solution.
650 ml
Engine coolant
(1.4 US pI)
650 ml
Engine coolant is harmful or
Water
(1.4 US pt)
fatal if swallowed or inhaled.
Do not drink antifreeze or cool­
ant solution. If swallowed, do
not induce vomiting. Immedi­
ately contact a poison control
center or a physician. Avoid
Inhaling mist or hot vapors; if
Inhaled, remove to fresh air. If
coolant gets in eyes, flush eyes
with water and seek medical
attention. Wash thoroughly
after handling. Solution can be
poisonous to animals. Keep
out of the reach of children and
Animals.
CAUTION
Spilled engine coolant can
damage painted surfaces.
Do not spill any fluid when fill­
ing the radiator. Wipe spilled
engine coolant up immediately.
Water for Mixing
Use distilled water only. Water
other than distilled water can cor ­
rode and clog the aluminum radi­
ator.
Required amount of engine cool ­
ant/water solution capacity (total):
1300 ml (2.7 US pt)
2-5
2-4