Suzuki kq500 Service Manual page 42

0B-13 Maintenance and Lubrication:
Throttle Cable Play Inspection and Adjustment
Inspect throttle cable play
Initially at 200 km (100 miles, 1 month) and every 1
000 km (600 miles, 3 months) thereafter
Inspect and adjust the throttle cable play "a" as follows.
Throttle cable play "a"
3.0 – 5.0 mm (0.12 – 0.20 in)
1) Loosen the lock-nut (1) of the throttle cable.
2) Turn the adjuster (2) in or out until the throttle cable
play "a" (at the throttle lever) is between 3 – 5 mm
(0.12 – 0.20 in).
3) Tighten the lock-nut (1) while holding the adjuster
(2).
WARNING
!
After the adjustment is completed, check that
handlebar movement does not raise the
engine idle speed and that the throttle lever
returns smoothly and automatically.
Throttle Body Inspection
Inspect throttle body
Every 1 000 km (600 miles, 3 months)
Inspect the throttle body periodically for dirt or mud. If
any dirt or mud is found, clean it. Refer to "Throttle
Body Removal and Installation: in Section 1D".
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Cooling System Inspection
Replace engine coolant
Every 2 years
Engine Coolant Level Inspection
1) Place the vehicle on a level ground.
2) Check the engine coolant level by observing the full
and lower lines on the engine coolant reservoir tank.
If the level is below the lower line, add engine
coolant to the full line from the engine coolant
reservoir tank filler.
"F"
"L"
Engine Coolant Change
Refer to "Engine Coolant Description: in Section 1F".
WARNING
!
Do not open the radiator cap when the engine
is hot, as you may be injured by escaping hot
liquid or vapor. Engine coolant may be
harmful if swallowed or if it comes in contact
with skin or eyes. If engine coolant gets into
the eyes or in contact with the skin, flush
thoroughly with plenty of water. If swallowed,
induce vomiting and call physician
immediately.
1) Remove the radiator cap lid.
2) Remove the radiator cap (1).
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