17
SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
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17.1
Emptying the carburetor float chamber
Danger
Fire hazard
Fuel is highly flammable.
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Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
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The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and may emerge if overfilled. Follow the instructions on refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning
Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Fuel must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. Do not breathe in the fuel vapors. If contact occurs with
the eyes, rinse with water immediately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with
soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that has been contaminated with
fuel. Store fuel properly in a suitable canister and keep away from children.
Warning
Environmental hazard
Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
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Do not allow fuel to get into the ground water, the ground, or the sewage system.
Info
Carry out this work with a cold engine.
Water in the float chamber results in malfunctioning.
Preparatory work
(All 125/150 models)
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Turn handle
of the fuel tap to the
OFF
position.
Fuel no longer flows from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
(250 SX)
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Turn handle
of the fuel tap to the
OFF
position.
Fuel no longer flows from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
(All XC models)
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Turn handle
of the fuel tap to the
OFF
position.
Fuel no longer flows from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
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Main work
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Place a cloth under the carburetor to capture the draining fuel.
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Remove screw plug
.
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Fully drain the fuel.
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Mount and tighten the screw plug.
17.2
Checking the gear oil level
Info
The gear oil level must be checked when the engine is cold.
Preparatory work
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
