Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Quiz
Engine

Radiator cap inspection

In this manual: Engine
Foreword — 1Precautions — 15General information — 44Engine — 269Suspension — 52Driveline / axle — 13Brake — 51Transmission / transaxle — 34Steering — 15Body and accessories — 68
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Inspect the radiator cap in the following procedures:

  1. remove the radiator cap. Refer to “cooling circuit inspection” .
  2. Attach the radiator cap (1) to the radiator tester (2) as shown.
    Suzuki GSX-R. Radiator cap inspection

  1. Slowly apply pressure to the radiator cap.

    If the radiator cap does not hold the pressure for at least 10 seconds, replace it with a new one.

Radiator cap release pressure 93 – 123 kpa (0.9 – 1.2 Kgf/cm2, 13.2 – 17.5 Psi)
  1. After finishing the radiator cap inspection, reinstall the removed parts.

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