Kawasaki Z1000 (2003) [12/515] Battery ground

1-2 GENERAL INFORMATION

Before Servicing

Before starting to perform an inspection service or carry out a disassembly and reassembly opera-

tion on a motorcycle, read the precautions given below. To facilitate actual operations, notes, illustra-

tions,

photographs, cautions, and detailed descriptions have been included in each chapter wherever

necessary. This section explains the items that require particular attention during the removal and

reinstallation or disassembly and reassembly of general parts.

Espec

ially note the following:

Battery Ground

Before completing any service on the motorcycle, discon-

nect t

he battery wires from the battery to prevent the engine

from accidentally turning over. Disconnect the ground wire

(−) first and then the positive (+). When completed with the

servi

ce, first connect the positive (+) wire to the positive (+)

terminal of the battery then the negative (−) wire to the neg-

ative terminal.

Edges of Parts

Lift large or heavy parts w earing gloves to prevent injury

from possible sharp edges on the parts.

Solvent

Use a high flush point solvent when cleaning parts. High

flush point solvent should be used according to directions

of the solvent manufacturer.

Cleaning vehicle before disassembly

Clean the vehicle thoroughly before disassembly. Dirt or

other foreign materials entering into sealed areas during ve-

hicle disassembly can cause excessive wear and decrease

performance of the vehicle.