It is important to lubricate rotating or sliding parts during assembly to minimize wear during initial operation. Lubrication points are called out throughout this manual, apply the specific oil or grease as specified.

Direction of Engine Rotation
When rotating the crankshaft by hand, the free play amount of rotating direction will affect the adjustment. Rotate the crankshaft to positive direction (clockwise viewed from output side).

Oil Seal, Grease Seal
Electrical LeadsEngine Oil Flow Chart
1. Oil Screen
2. Oil Pump
3. Oil Pressure Relief Valve
4. Oil Filter
5. Oil Pipe
6. Oil Cooler
7. Balancer Oil Passage
8. Main Oil Passage
9. Crankshaft Oil Passage
10. Oil Pressure Switch
11. Camshaft Oil Passages
12. Drive Shaft Oil Passage
13. Output Shaft Oil Passage
14. Starter ...
Electrical Leads
A two-color lead is identified first by the primary color and
then the stripe color. Unless instructed otherwise, electrical
leads must be connected to those of the same color.
Instrument
Use a meter that has enough accuracy for an accurate
measurement. Read the manufacture’s instructions ...
ESD (Electronic Steering Damper) ECU Error (Service Code E3b, ZX1000JD/KD)
If this service code appears, check that the following parts
are correctly.
Crankshaft Sensor
Gear Position Switch
Starter Lockout Switch
Main Throttle Sensor
Rear Wheel Rotation Sensor
If these parts are normal, check the ESD ECU for its
ground and power supply (see ESD ECU Power Supply
...