Kawasaki KLV1000 (2004) [134/529] Cylinder piston inspection

ENGINE 3-47

• Remove the water union.

• When installing the intake pipe, apply grease to the O-ring.

NOTE:

“UP” mark faces upward.

X 99000-25030: SUZUKI SUPER GREASE ‘‘A’’ (USA)

99000-25010: SUZUKI SUPER GREASE ‘‘A’’ (Others)

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• Apply engine coolant to the new O-ring and install the water

union.

CYLINDER/PISTON INSPECTION

CYLINDER DISTORTION

Check the gasketed surface of the cylinder for distortion with a

straightedge and thickness gauge, taking a clearance reading at

several places as indicated. If the largest reading at any position

of the straightedge exceeds the limit, replace the cylinder.

 Cylinder distortion

Service Limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 in)

\ 09900-20803: Thickness gauge

Use the new O-ring to prevent air from sucking

through the joint.