Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Oil cooler / oil cooler hose inspection and cleaning
Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Oil cooler hose inspection
Inspect the oil cooler hoses for any damage and oil leakage. If any defects are found, replace the oil cooler hose with a new one.
Oil cooler inspection
- Remove the oil cooler guard (1).
- Inspect the oil cooler for oil leakage. If any defects are found, replace the oil cooler with a new one. If the fins are bent or dented, repair them by carefully straightening them with the blade of a small screwdriver.
- Reinstall the removed parts.
Oil cooler cleaning
- Remove the oil cooler guard (1).
- Remove the oil cooler mounting bolts.
- Blow out any foreign matter that is stuck in the oil cooler fins using compressed air.
Caution
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- Reinstall the removed parts.
- Remove the oil cooler guard (4).
Installation
Install the oil cooler and oil cooler hoses in the reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following points:
- apply thread lock to the oil cooler mounting bolt and tighten them securely.
: Thread lock cement
99000–32110
(thread lock cement super “1322” or
equivalent)
- Apply engine oil to new o-rings.
| Caution replace the o-rings with new ones to prevent oil leakage. |
- Apply thread lock to the oil cooler hose bolts and tighten them securely
: Thread lock cement
99000–32110
(thread lock cement super “1322” or
equivalent)
- Pour engine oil. Refer to “engine oil and filter replacement” in section 0b .
- Install the removed parts.
Oil pressure regulator / oil strainer
inspection
Refer to “oil pan / oil pressure regulator / oil strainer removal and
installation” .
Oil pressure regulator
Inspect the operation of the oil pressure regulator by
pushing the piston with a prope ...
Oil cooler / oil cooler hose removal and
installation
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
Removal
Turn the ignition switch off.
Remove the left side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in sect ...
Other materials:
Washing the motorcycle
When washing the motorcycle,
follow the instructions below:
Remove dirt and mud from the
motorcycle with running water.
You may use a soft sponge or
brush. Do not use hard materials
which can scratch the
paint.
Wash the entire motorcycle
with a mild detergent or car
...
Cooling system inspection
Inspect cooling system
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 6 months)
Replace engine coolant
every 2 years
Engine coolant level inspection
Hold the motorcycle vertically.
Check the engine coolant level by observing the “f” and “l” lines on
the engine coolant reservoir tank. If the level i ...
Cooling fan relay inspection
Inspect the fan relay in the following procedures:
remove the frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Remove the cooling fan relay (1).
First check the insulation between “a” and “b”
terminals with tester. Then ap ...