Cooling Circuit; Cooling Circuit Inspection - Suzuki GSX-R1000K5 Service Manual

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COOLING CIRCUIT

Before removing the radiator and draining the engine coolant,

inspect the cooling circuit for tightness.

• Remove the under cowlings. (8-5)

• Remove the radiator cap 1 and connect the tester 2 to the

Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is

• Give a pressure of about 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm², 17 psi) and

see if the system holds this pressure for 10 seconds.

• If the pressure should fall during this 10-second interval, it

means that there is a leaking point in the system. In such a

case, inspect the entire system and replace the leaking com-

ponent or part.

When removing the radiator cap tester, put a rag on

the filler to prevent spouting of engine coolant.

Do not allow the pressure to exceed the radiator cap

release pressure, or the radiator can be damaged.

CYLINDER HEAD

COOLING AND LUBRICATION SYSTEM 7-3

ENGINE COOLANT

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