The self-diagnosis system is monitoring the following mechanisms.
DFI System and Ignition System
S-KTRC System
Immobilizer System (Equipped Models)
KIBS and ABS (Equipped Models)
ESD (Electronic Steering Damper) System
(ZX1000JD/KD)
The following warning indicator lights (LED) are used for
symbols of below table.

The self-diagnosis system has two modes and can be switched to another mode by operating the meter unit.
User Mode
The ECU notifies the rider of troubles in DFI system, ignition system, S-KTRC system and immobilizer system (equipped models) by lighting or blinking the warning indicator light (LED) [A], FI warning symbol [B] and immobilizer warning symbol [C] when DFI, ignition, S-KTRC and immobilizer system parts are faulty, and initiates fail-safe function. In case of serious troubles, ECU stops the injection and ignition operations.

For KIBS and ABS system (equipped models), the KIBS hydraulic unit notifies the rider of troubles in KIBS and ABS system by lighting or blinking the red warning indicator light (LED) [A], KIBS warning symbol [B] and ABS indicator light (LED) [C] when KIBS and ABS parts are faulty, and initiates fail-safe function.
For ESD system (ZX1000JD/KD), the ESD ECU notifies the rider of troubles in ESD system by lighting the yellow warning indicator light (LED) and ESD warning symbol [D] when ESD parts are faulty, and initiates fail-safe function.

Dealer Mode
The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) displays the service code(s) [A] to show the problem(s) which the above system has at the moment of diagnosis.

Self-Diagnosis
Self-Diagnosis ProceduresExploded View
EO: Apply engine oil.
G: Apply grease.
L: Apply a non-permanent locking agent.
Lh: Left-hand Threads
MO: Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution.
(mixture of the engine oil and molybdenum disulfide grease in a weight ratio
10:1)
R: Replacement Parts
S: Follow the specified t ...
Idle Speed
The idle speed inspection should be
performed in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart.
This motorcycle is equipped with the
Idle Speed Control valve. If the idle
speed is disturbed, inspection of the
idle speed control should be done by
an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
NOTE
While ...
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
Remove the rear shock absorber (see Rear Shock Absorber
Removal).
Visually inspect the following items.
Smooth Stroke
Oil Leakage
Crack or Dent
If there is any damage to the rear shock absorber, replace
it.
Visually inspect the rubber bushing [A].
If it show any signs o ...