Yamaha BIG BEAR 250 YFM250Z, Owner'S Manual

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10. Pull the sponge material over the air filter ele-
ment.
11. Insert the air filter element assembly into the
air filter case, and then install the air filter case
cover by hooking the holders.
NOTICE: Make
sure that the air filter element is properly
seated in the air filter case. Never operate
the engine with the air filter element re-
moved. This will allow unfiltered air to en-
ter the engine, causing rapid engine wear
and possible engine damage. Additionally,
operation without the air filter element will
affect carburetor jetting with subsequent
poor performance and possible engine
overheating.
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12. Install the seat.
TIP
The air filter element should be cleaned every 20–
40 hours. It should be cleaned more often if the
ATV is operated in extremely dusty areas. Each
time the air filter element maintenance is per-
formed, check the air inlet of the air filter case for
obstructions. Check the air filter case rubber joint
to the carburetor fittings and the rubber joint mani-
fold fittings for an air-tight seal. Tighten all fittings
securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air en-
tering the engine.
EBU27081
Cleaning the spark arrester
Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool be-
fore cleaning the spark arrester.
1. Remove the bolts.
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