Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Service Code Reading

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The service code(s) is displayed on the LCD by the number of two digits.

NOTE

The service code of the KIBS and ABS adds “b” at the left side of the code.
The service code of the ESD adds “E” at the left side of the code.

Service Code Reading

When there are a number of problems, all the service codes can be stored and the display will begin starting from the lowest number service code in the numerical order.
Then after completing all codes, the display is repeated until the ignition switch is turned to OFF or upper button and lower button are pushed for more than two seconds.
The order of the system’s appearing is the order of DFI System, Immobilizer System (equipped models), S-KTRC System, KIBS and ABS (equipped models), and ESD System (ZX1000JD/KD).
For example, if three problems occurred in the order of 46, 16, 33, the service codes are displayed (each two seconds) from the lowest number in the order listed as shown below.

(16 → 33 → 46) → (16 → 33 → 46) → → ····· (repeated)

If the no problem or when the repair has been done, warning indicator light (LED) and warning symbol go off and service code is not displayed.

Self-Diagnosis Procedures

NOTE Use a fully charged battery when conducting self-diagnosis. Otherwise, the light (LED) and symbol do not light or blink. Turn the ignition switch to ON. When a problem occurs with D ...

Service Code Erasing

When repair has been done, warning indicator light (LED) and warning symbol go off and service code are not displayed. But the service codes stored in memory of the ECU are not erased to preserve ...

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