PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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5. Remove the sponge material from
the air filter element frame, clean it
with solvent, and then squeeze the
remaining solvent out.
WARNING!
Use only a dedicated parts
cleaning solvent. To avoid the
risk of fire or explosion, do not
use gasoline or solvents with a
low flash point.
[EWA10431]
NOTICE:
To avoid damaging the foam
material, handle it gently and
carefully, and do not twist or
wring it.
[ECA10511]
6. Apply oil of the recommended type
to the entire surface of the sponge
material, and then squeeze the ex-
cess oil out.
TIP
The air filter element should be wet but
not dripping.
7. Pull the sponge material over the
air filter element frame.
8. Insert the element into the air filter
case, and then install the wing nut
and its washer.
NOTICE:
Make
sure that the air filter element is
properly seated in the air filter
case. The engine should never
be operated without the air filter
element installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
[ECA10481]
9. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
10. Connect the hoses to the air filter
case.
11. Push the air filter case onto the air
filter case joint, and then tighten
the clamp screw.
12. Install the bolts.
1. Sponge material
2. Air filter element frame
Recommended oil:
Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil
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