Use common sense during disassembly and assembly, excessive force can cause expensive or hard to repair damage.
When necessary, remove screws that have a non -permanent locking agent applied using an impact driver.
Use a plastic-faced mallet whenever tapping is necessary.
Tightening Sequence
Gasket, O-ringExploded View
10. US, CA, CAL and AU Models
11. ZX1000JD/KD
G: Apply grease.
L: Apply a non-permanent locking agent.
R: Replacement Parts
S: Follow the specified tightening sequence.
1. US, CA and CAL Models
2. ZX1000J Model
3. ZX1000K Model
4. AU Model
5. Face the large diameter side re ...
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 ...
Valve Clearance Adjustment
To change the valve clearance, remove the camshafts
(see Camshaft Removal in the Engine Top End chapter)
and valve lifters.
Replace the shim with one of a different thickness.
NOTE
Mark and record the locations of the valve lifters and
shims so that they can be reinstalled in their ...