Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Quiz
Crankshaft/Transmission

Crankshaft/Connecting Rod Cleaning

In this manual: Crankshaft/Transmission
General Information — 26Periodic Maintenance — 66Fuel System (DFI) — 79Cooling System — 28Engine Top End — 51Clutch — 24Engine Lubrication System — 28Engine Removal/Installation — 5Crankshaft/Transmission — 65Wheels/Tires — 22Final Drive — 17Brakes — 54Suspension — 36Steering — 17Frame — 40Electrical System — 104Self-Diagnosis System — 112Appendix — 10
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  • After removing the connecting rods from the crankshaft, clean them with a high flash-point solvent.
  • Blow the crankshaft oil passages with compressed air to remove any foreign particles or residue that may have accumulated in the passages.

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