Kawasaki ZX500, ZX600 Ninja 1985 – 1997 Clymer Owners Service and Repair Manual

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Softcover – 330 pages – Kawasaki ZX500 ZX600 Ninja 1985 – 1997 Clymer Owners Service Repair Manual Covers the following models: ZX500 (Europe) (1985-1990) Ninja ZX600A (1985-1987) Ninja ZX600C (1988-1997)Contents: QUICK REFERENCE DATA GENERAL INFORMATIONManual organization / Notes cautions and warnings / Service hints / Safety first / Torque specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / Parts replacement / Basic hand tools / Test equipment / Mechanic #39;s tips /Specifications TROUBLESHOOTINGOperating requirements / Troubleshooting instruments / Emergency troubleshooting / Engine starting / Engine performance / Engine noises / Engine lubrication / Clutch /Transmission / Charging system / Starting system / Electrical problems / Ignition system /Excessive vibration / Carburetor troubleshooting / Front suspension and steering / Brake problems PERIODIC LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UPRoutine checks / Maintenance intervals / Tyres / Battery / Periodic lubrication / Engine oil and filter change / Front fork oil change / Swing arm bearing lubrication / Uni-trak linkage lubrication / Drive chain lubrication / Periodic maintenance / Drive chain adjustment / Brake fluid change / Throttle cable adjustment / Choke cable adjustment / Air filter / Coolant change / Suspension adjustment / Suspension adjustment / Tune-up / Valve clearance / Compression test / Spark plugs / Electronic ignition / Carburetor / Idle speed / Carburetor synchronization / Specifications ENGINEServicing engine in frame / Engine principles / Engine / Cylinder head cover and camshafts / Cam chain tensioner / Rocker arm assemblies / Cylinder head / Valves and valve components / Cylinder block / Piston and piston rings / Oil pressure relief valve / Oil pressure switch / Oil cooler / Secondary sprocket shaft and starter motor clutch / Crankcase / Crankshaft / Connecting rods / Specifications CLUTCHClutch / Clutch release mechanism / Specifications TRANSMISSIONSprocket cover / Neutral switch / Engine sprocket / External shift mechanism / Shift detent / Transmission gears / Specifications FUEL EMISSION CONTROL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMSCarburetor / Fuel level / Fuel tank / Fuel valve / Fuel level sensor / Air suction system / Emission control / Exhaust system / Specifications ELECTRICAL SYSTEMAlternator / Transistorized ignition / Electric starter / Lighting system / Switches / Wiring and connectors / Instrumen full details

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