Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Engine Top End

Radiator Hose and Pipe Inspection (coolant leak, damage, installation condition)

The high pressure inside the radiator hose can cause coolant to leak [A] or the hose to burst if the line is not properly maintained. Visually inspect the hoses for signs of deterioration. S ...

Valve Clearance Inspection

NOTE Valve clearance must be checked and adjusted when the engine is cold (at room temperature). Remove: Crankshaft Sensor Cover (see Crankshaft Sensor Removal in the Electrical System chapt ...

Other materials:

Coolant Flow Chart
1. Radiator 2. Radiator Fan 3. Water Pump 4. Oil Cooler 5. Oil Cooler Intake Hose 6. Oil Cooler Outlet Hose 7. Cylinder Jacket 8. Cylinder Head Jacket 9. Thermostat Housing 10. Air Bleeder Hose 11. Radiator Cap 12. Radiator Overflow Hose 13. Reserve Tank 14. Reserve Tank Overflow Ho ...

Piston Ring, Piston Ring Groove Wear Inspection
Check for uneven groove wear by inspecting the ring seating. The rings should fit perfectly parallel to groove surfaces. If not, replace the piston and all the piston rings. With the piston rings in their grooves, make several measurements with a thickness gauge [A] to determine pisto ...

Subthrottle Valve Actuator Inspection
NOTE Be sure the battery is fully charged. Remove the air cleaner housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter). Turn the ignition switch to ON. Check to see that all the subthrottle valves [A] open and close smoothly. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. I ...