PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Replacing the air filter element
The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-18.)
2. Remove panels A and B. (See
page 6-7.)
3. Remove the fuel tank bolts, and
then lift the fuel tank away from the
air filter case.
4. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
CAUTION:
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When removing the air filter case
cover, be careful not to allow foreign
objects to drop into the air intake
manifold.
5. Pull the air filter element out.
6. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
CAUTION:
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Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
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The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
7. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
8. Place the fuel tank in the original
position and install the bolts.
1. Bolt
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
1. Air filter element
2. Air intake manifold
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