After all the parts including subassembly parts have been cleaned, store the parts in a clean area. Put a clean cloth or plastic sheet over the parts to protect from any foreign materials that may collect before re-assembly.
Inspection
Reuse of worn or damaged parts may lead to serious accident.
Visually inspect removed parts for corrosion, discoloration, or other damage. Refer to the appropriate sections of this manual for service limits on individual parts. Replace the parts if any damage has been found or if the part is beyond its service limit.
Cleaning Vehicle before Disassembly
Replacement PartsAir Intake Duct Assembly (US, CA and CAL Models)
Install the dampers [A] and seal [B] as shown in the figure.
Fit the holder [C] to the air intake ducts [D].
Projections [E] and Holes [F]
Grooves [G] and Ribs [H]
Tighten:
Torque - Air Intake Duct Assembly Screws [I]: 1.5 N·m (0.15
kgf·m, 13 in·lb)
Turn the plug [J] so that ...
Sidestand Switch Operation Inspection
Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the stand (see
Rear Wheel Removal in the Wheels/Tires chapter).
Inspect the sidestand switch [A] operation accordance to
below table.
Sidestand Switch Operation
If the sidestand switch operation does not work, inspect
or replace the foll ...
Cooling System Flushing
Over a period of time, the cooling system accumulates
rust, scale, and lime in the water jacket and radiator. When
this accumulation is suspected or observed, flush the cooling
system. If this accumulation is not removed, it will clog
up the water passage and considerable reduce the efficiency
...