Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Precautions

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Brake / Precautions

Precautions for brake system

Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1).

Brake fluid information

This brake system is filled with an ethylene glycol-based dot 4 brake fluid. Do not use or mix different types of fluid, such as silicone-based or petroleum-based.
Do not use any brake fluid taken from old, used or unsealed containers. Never reuse brake fluid left over from the last servicing or which has been stored for a long period of time.
When storing brake fluid, seal the container completely and keep it away from children.
When replenishing brake fluid, take care not to get dust into the fluid.
When washing brake components, use new brake fluid. Never use cleaning solvent.
A contaminated brake disc or brake pad reduces braking performance. Discard contaminated pads and clean the disc with high quality brake cleaner or neutral detergent.

Caution

immediately and completely wipe off any brake fluid contacting any part of the motorcycle. The brake fluid reacts chemically with paint, plastics and rubber materials, etc., And will damage them severely.

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Other materials:

Stp sensor adjustment
Adjust the stp sensor in the following procedures: remove the air cleaner box cover. Refer to “air cleaner element removal and installation” in section 1d . Disconnect the stva lead wire coupler (1). Insert the needle pointed probes to the stp sensor coupler (between y/w a ...

Countershaft gear / driveshaft gear disassembly and assembly
Refer to “transmission removal” and “transmission installation” . Disassembly Caution identify the position of each removed part. Organize the parts in their respective groups (i.E., Drive or driven) so that they can be reinstalled in their original positions. Counte ...

Cooling circuit inspection
Do not open the radiator cap when the engine is hot, as you may be injured by escaping hot liquid or vapor. When removing the radiator cap tester, put a rag on the filler to prevent the engine coolant from spraying out. Inspect the cooling ...