Yamaha XT600E 2000, Owner'S Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Cleaning the air filter
element
The air filter element should be
cleaned at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. Clean the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in
unusually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove panel B. (See page 6-7
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)
2. Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws, and
then pull the air filter element
out.
1. Screw (
×
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3. Lightly tap the air filter element to
remove most of the dust and dirt,
and then blow the remaining dirt
out with compressed air as
shown. If the air filter element is
damaged, replace it.
4. Insert the air filter element into
the air filter case with the arrow
mark on the top pointing inward.
1. Mesh side
12. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
13. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
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1. Air bleed screw
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