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Suzuki: Engine K6A-YH6. Manual - part 2

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SAFETY

Handle Fuel Safely

Handle fuel with care—it is highly flammable.

WARNING

Store fuel according to local, state, or federal ordinances
and recommendations from your fuel supplier.

Never overfill or allow the tank to become empty.

Use clean, fresh fuel.

Do not fill above the fuel filler neck.

Store Volatile and Hazardous
Materials Safely

Store volatile materials (gasoline, diesel fuel, oil, etc.) in
approved containers that are clearly marked. Containers
should be stored in an approved safety cabinet away
from possible sources of ignition. Storage areas and
cabinets should be well ventilated to prevent the possible
build-up of fumes.

Handle Chemical Products
Safely

WARNING

Routine service often requires the use of various
chemical products, including lubricants and cleaning
solutions. Many of these chemicals are flammable and
can pose health risks if not handled properly.

• Never mix chemicals. Mixing chemicals can produce

toxic or explosive results.

• Follow the manufacture’s recommendations for safe

usage and handling of the product.

• Various materials may pose a health hazard if used

incorrectly. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
contains important information regarding proper
handling and health hazards, as well as emergency
response procedures. Contact the chemical
manufacturer to obtain an MSDS for the chemical
product.

Service Electrical Components
Safely

WARNING

• Disconnect the battery negative (–) cable before

removing or installing electrical components. Always
connect the battery negative (–) cable last.

• Certain test and adjustment procedures must be

performed with the battery connected. Use care to
prevent arcing when working on live circuits or
components. Arcing can cause component damage
and could ignite flammable materials.

• Never remove the fuel cap from the fuel tank,

or add fuel, when the engine is running or
while the engine is hot.

• Do not smoke when handling fuel. Never fill

or drain the fuel tank indoors.

• Do not spill fuel. Clean spilled fuel

immediately.

• Never handle or store fuel containers near an

open flame or any device that may create
sparks and ignite the fuel or fuel vapors.

• Be sure to reinstall and tighten fuel cap

securely.

• Use an approved container; the spout must fit

inside the fuel filler neck. Avoid using cans
and funnels to transfer fuel.

Exposure to chemical products could result in
serious injury. Handle chemical products with
care. Refer to the chemical manufacturer’s
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for information
regarding health hazards, safe handling, and
emergency response procedures.

Always disconnect the negative terminal first and
positive terminal last. Connect positive terminal
first and negative terminal last. Use care when
testing live circuits to prevent arcing. Arcing
could result in death or serious injury.

SAFETY

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Dispose of Waste Materials
Safely

Routine service can produce waste products such as
used oil, grease, and used batteries.

If not handled properly, these materials can pose a threat
to the environment.

Collect fluids in well-marked, approved storage
containers. Some waste fluids can react with certain
types of plastics. Make sure the fluid to be stored is
compatible with the storage container. Never use food or
beverage containers to store waste fluids.

IMPORTANT

• Dispose of waste fluids properly at approved local

recycling centers. If recycling facilities are not
available, contact your local community for the
correct disposal procedure for waste fluids.

• Dispose of old batteries properly. Battery electrolyte

contains sulfuric acid and other hazardous materials.
Never place an old battery in the trash. Batteries
must be disposed of in a manner consistent with EPA
and/or local regulations.

Never dispose of waste fluids by pouring on the
ground, down sewer drains, or into any body of
water.

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SPECIFICATIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION

2.1 General Specifications

Engine Identification

Model and Serial Number

See Figure 2-1.

K6A

The Suzuki K6A is a 3-cylinder, fuel injected, dual
overhead cam, liquid cooled, gas powered engine.

Figure 2-1

An identification number, like the one shown, is stamped
into the cylinder block, and is also written on the fuel rail.
The engine model number (1) is displayed first, followed
by the engine serial number (2).

Always provide the engine model and serial numbers
when ordering replacement parts or requesting service
information.

Cylinder Numbering and Engine
Orientation

Procedures within this manual refer to specific cylinder
numbers. The cylinders are numbered 1 through 3,
starting closest to the timing chain and moving toward the
flywheel.

Procedures within this manual refer to the front and rear
of the engine. Use the following guidelines when the front
and rear of the engine are referenced:

The timing chain side of the engine is considered the
front of the engine.

The flywheel side of the engine is considered the rear of
the engine.

Optional Engine Accessories

This manual is structured to cover all basic engine
components and repair. The addition of certain
accessories can affect troubleshooting, adjustment, and
repair procedures.

Refer to machine parts and maintenance manual for
specific information pertaining to accessory
troubleshooting, removal, repair, and installation
procedures.

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SPECIFICATIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION

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Engine Component Locations

See Figures 2-2 through 2-5.

Figure 2-2

Figure 2-3

Figure 2-4

Figure 2-5

Oil Fill

Thermostat Housing

Fuel Injectors

Ignition Coils

Cam Cover

Exhaust Manifold

Cylinder Block/Lower
Crankcase

TN0690

TN0691

Throttle Body

Crankshaft Pulley

Cylinder Head

Water Pump

Intake Manifold

Oil Pan

Front Cover

Idler Pulley

Fuel Rail

Dipstick

Oil Filter

TN0692

TN0693

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