Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Vehicle-down Sensor Installation

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Self-Diagnosis System / Vehicle-down Sensor (Service Code 31) / Vehicle-down Sensor Installation

Be sure to install the rubber dampers [A] and collars [B] on the bracket.

Vehicle-down Sensor Installation

The UP mark [A] of the sensor should face upward.

WARNING

Incorrect installation of the vehicle-down sensor could cause sudden loss of engine power. The rider could lose balance during certain riding situations for an accident resulting in injury or death.

Ensure that the vehicle-down sensor is held in place by the sensor bracket.

Vehicle-down Sensor Installation

Vehicle-down Sensor Removal

NOTICE Never drop the vehicle-down sensor especially on a hard surface. Such a shock to the sensor can damage it. Remove: Rear Seat (see Rear Seat Removal in the Frame chapter) Upper Seat Co ...

Vehicle-down Sensor Input Voltage Inspection

NOTE Be sure the battery is fully charged. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect the vehicle-down sensor connector and connect the measuring adapter [A] between these connectors as sh ...

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Inner Tube Inspection
Visually inspect the inner tube [A]. If there is any damage, replace the inner tube. Since damage to the inner tube damages the oil seal, replace the oil seal whenever the inner tube is replaced. NOTICE If the inner tube is badly bent or creased, replace it. Excessive bending, followed by ...

Spring Plate Free Play Adjustment
NOTE The free play adjustment is performed by replacing the steel plate(s). Measure the clutch spring plate free play (see Clutch Spring Plate Free Play Measurement), and then replace the steel plate(s) which brings the free play within the usable range. Spring Plate Free Play Usable ...

Front Fork Inspection
Holding the brake lever, pump the front fork up and down several times to inspect smooth stroke. Visually inspect the front fork for oil leakage, scoring or scratches on the outer surface of the inner tube. If any doubt about the front fork, it should be checked by an authorized K ...