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:
Swingarm Removal
Remove:
Rear Wheel (see Rear Wheel Removal in the
Wheels/Tires chapter)
Mud Guard with Rear Brake Hose (see Mud Guard Removal
in the Frame chapter)
Rocker Arm (see Rocker Arm Removal)
Remove:
Brake Hose Clamp Bolt [A]
Unscrew the swingarm pivot shaft nut [A].
Usi ...
Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance Inspection
Measure connecting rod big end side clearance.
Insert a thickness gauge [A] between the big end and either
crank web to determine clearance.
Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance
Standard: 0.13 0.38 mm
(0.0051 0.0150 in.)
Service Limit: 0.58 mm (0.023 in.)
If the clearance exceeds ...
Engine Stop Switch
A. Engine Stop Switch
B. START/STOP Switch (for Stop Watch)
C. Starter Button
In addition to the ignition switch,
the engine stop switch must be in
the
position for the motorcycle to
operate.
The engine stop switch is for emergency
use. If required, move the switch
to the positio ...