Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Service Code Reading
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.

- 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.
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 ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Oil and/or Oil Filter Change
To change the engine oil and replace
oil filter, the engine oil drain bolt and
oil filter must be removed. The oil
change and oil filter replacement
should be done by an authorized
Kawasaki dealer.
A. Engine Oil Drain Bolt
A. Oil Filter
WARNINGEngine oil is a toxic s ...
Piston Wear Inspection
Measure the outside diameter [A] of each piston 5 mm
(0.20 in.) [B] up from the bottom of the piston at a right
angle to the direction of the piston pin.
If the measurement is under service limit, replace the piston.
Piston Diameter
Standard: 75.959 75.974 mm
(2.9905 2.9911 in.)
...
Exploded 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 ...