Suzuki LT-Z400 2003 User Manual

5-4 COOLING AND LUBRICATION SYSTEM
RADIATOR AND HOSES
COOLING CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Before removing the radiator and draining the engine coolant,
check the following.
Check the cooling system for leaks with a radiator tester <D .
Remove the radiator cap and connect the radiator lester to the
filler. Pressurize the cooling system wi
th 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm2.
17 psi) of pressure, and then check if it holds the pressure for 10
seconds. If the cooling system does not hold the pressure for at
least 10 seconds, check the entire cooling system for leaks. If a
leak is found, replace th e damaged pa rt .
AWARNUNG
* 00 not open the radiator cap when the engine Is hot ,
8S 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 .
I CAUTION I
Do not exceed the radiator cap release pressure , or
the radiator cap and subsequently the radiator , can be
damaged.
RADIATOR CAP INSPECTION
Check the radiator cap (%J using a radiator lester (D.
Attach the radiator cap to the radiator lester as shown. Slowly
apply
pressure to the radiator cap; do not exceed 106 - t 37 kPa
(1.1 - 1.4 kgf/cm2, 15.6
- 19.9 psi). If the radiator cap does not
hold the pressure for at least 10 seconds, replace it with a new
one.
tm1 Radiator cap release pressure : 108 -137 kPa
(1 .1 -1.4 kgf/cm' , 15.6 -19.9 psi)
RADIATOR INSPECTION
Check the radiator for dirt and other foreign materials. If any are
found, clean the radiator using compressed air.
Also, repair any
bent
or dented fins us in g a small screwdriver.
Check
all the water hoses for cracks, flat spots, or loose connec·
lions. Replace any damaged hoses and property tighten any
loose connections.

Suzuki LT-Z400 2003 Specifications

General

Brand	Suzuki
Model	LT-Z400 2003
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English