Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Water Pump Inspection

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Cooling System / Water Pump / Water Pump Inspection

If the mechanical seal is damaged, the coolant leaks through the seal and drains through the passage. Replace the mechanical seal unit (seeWater Pump Housing Disassembly/Assembly).

Water Pump Inspection


Water Pump
Water Pump Removal Refer to the Oil Pump Removal in the Engine Lubrication System chapter. Water Pump Installation Refer to the Oil Pump Installation in the Engine Lubrication System chapter. ...

Water Pump Impeller Disassembly/Assembly
Remove the water pump impeller (see Oil Pump Removal in the Engine Lubrication System chapter). The sealing seat and rubber seal may be removed easily by hand. Apply coolant around the surf ...

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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 ...

Radiator and Radiator Fan Removal
Remove: Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly Removal in the Frame chapter) Coolant (Drain, see Coolant Change in the Periodic Maintenance chapter) Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter) Coolant Reserve Tank (see Coolant R ...

Brake Hose and Pipe Damage and Installation Condition Inspection
Inspect the brake hoses, pipes and fittings for deterioration, cracks and signs of leakage. The high pressure inside the brake line can cause fluid to leak [A] or the hose to burst if the line is not properly maintained. Bend and twist the rubber hose while examining it. Replace the ...