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:
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb Replacement
Remove the upper seat cover (see Seat Cover Removal
in the Frame chapter).
Disconnect the tail/brake light connector [A].
Turn the socket [A] counterclockwise and remove the
socket together with the bulb.
Push and turn the turn signal light bulb [A] counterclockwise
an ...
Clutch Plate Warp Inspection
Place each friction plate or steel plate on a surface plate
and measure the gap between the surface plate [A] and
each friction plate or steel plate [B] with a thickness gauge
[C]. The gap is the amount of friction or steel plate warp.
If any plate is warped over the service limit, repla ...
General Lubrication
Lubricate the points shown below,
with either motor oil or regular grease,
in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance
Chart or whenever the vehicle
has been operated under wet or rainy
conditions.
Before lubricating each part, clean off
any rusty spots with rust remover and
wipe off any g ...