Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with a minimum Antiknock Index of 90.
The Antiknock Index is posted on service
station pumps. The octane rating
of a gasoline is a measure of its resistance
to detonation or “knocking.” The
Antiknock Index is an average of the
Research Octane Number (RON) and
the Motor Octane Number (MON) as
shown in the table.
NOTICE
Use minimum of 90 octane gasoline only to prevent severe engine damage.
NOTICE
If engine “knocking” or “pinging” occurs, use a different brand of gasoline of a higher octane rating. If this condition is allowed to continue it can lead to severe engine damage.
Gasoline quality is important.
Fuels of low quality or not meeting standard industry specifications may result in unsatisfactory performance. Operating problems that result from the use of poor quality or nonrecommended fuel may not be covered under your warranty.
Fuel Tank
Fuels Containing OxygenatesBrake Pad Wear Inspection
Remove the brake pads (see Front/Rear Brake Pad Removal
in the Brakes chapter).
Check the lining thickness [A] of the pads in each caliper.
If the lining thickness of either pad is less than the service
limit [B], replace both pads in the caliper as a set.
Front Brake Pad [C]
Rea ...
Throttle Body Assy Assembly
Before assembling, blow away dirt or dust from the throttle
body and delivery pipe assy by applying compressed air.
Replace the O-rings [A] of the joint pipe [B] with new ones.
Apply engine oil to the new O-rings, and insert it to the
delivery pipes [C].
Insert the joint pipe so th ...
Rear Shock Absorber Scrapping
WARNINGPressurized nitrogen may explode when
heated.
The rear shock contains nitrogen gas. To avoid
an explosion, do not incinerate the shock body
without first releasing the nitrogen and removing
the shraeder valve.
Remove the rear shock absorber (see Rear Shock Ab ...