Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Rear shock absorber disposal
Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” .
The rear shock absorber unit contains high-pressure
nitrogen gas.
- Mishandling can cause explosion.
- Keep away from fire and heat. High gas
pressure caused by heat can cause an
explosion.
- Release gas pressure before disposing
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Gas pressure release
Make sure to observe the following precautions:
- Never apply heat or disassemble the
damper unit since it can explode or oil can
splash hazardously.
- When discarding the rear cushion unit, be
sure to release gas pressure from the unit
following the procedures.
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- Mark the drill center at the location “a” using a center
punch.
- 9 Mm (0.35 In)
- Mark the drill hole
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- Wrap rear shock absorber (1) with a plastic bag (2)
and fix it on a vise as shown in the figure.
- Drill a 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 In) hole at the marked
drill center using a drilling machine and let out gas
while taking care not to get the plastic bag entangled
with the drill bit.
After installing the rear suspension, adjust the spring
pre-load and damping force as follows:
Spring pre-load adjustment
The set length 179.3 Mm (7.06 In) provides the
maximum spring pre-load ...
Removal
Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior
parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on
t ...
Other materials:
DTC table
In the lcd (display) panel, the malfunction code is indicated from small code
to large code.
*1 To get the proper signal from the throttle position sensor, the sensor basic
position is indicated in the lcd
(display) panel. The malfunction code is indicated in three digits. In front o ...
Iap sensor removal and installation
Removal
Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank
removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g-
9).
Disconnect the coupler (1) and vacuum hose (2).
Remove the iap sensor (3) from the air cleaner box.
Installation
Install the iap sensor in the reverse ord ...
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Lubrication points”
Special tool
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