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12. Install the air filter case cover by hooking the
holders onto the cover.
NOTICE:
Make sure
that the air filter element is properly seated
in the air filter case. Never operate the en-
gine with the air filter element removed.
Doing so would allow unfiltered air to enter
the engine, causing rapid engine wear and
possible engine damage. Additionally, the
fuel injection system would be affected re-
sulting in poor engine performance and
possible overheating.
[ECB00763]
13. Install the seat.
EBU28905
Cleaning the spark arrester
Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool be-
fore cleaning the spark arrester.
WARNING
EWB02342
Always let the exhaust system cool prior to
touching exhaust components.
Do not start the engine with the spark arrester
removed. Sparks or exhaust particulate can
cause eye injury, burns, or start a fire.
1. Remove the tailpipe bolts.
2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of the
muffler, and then remove the gasket.
1. Gasket
2. Spark arrester
3. Tailpipe
4. Tailpipe bolt
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2
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