Yamaha YZ 2017 Series, Owner'S Service Manual, Page: 100 / 410

ENGINE
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2. Lubricate:
• Throttle cable end “a”
3. Install:
• Throttle grip cap
• Screw (throttle grip cap)
4. Install:
• Cover (grip cap)
• Cover (throttle cable cap)
EWA
WARNING
Check that the throttle grip moves smooth-
ly. If this does not move smoothly, correct
the installed positions.
EASB29B080 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT
1. Remove:
• Fuel tank cap cover “1”
Refer to “FUEL TANK CAP” on page 1-19.
• Air filter case cover “2”
TIP
Loosen the quick fastener screw “3” and re-
move the air filter case cover.
2. Remove:
• Air filter mounting bolt “1”
• Air filter element “2”
• Air filter guide “3” (from the air filter element)
3. Wash:
• Air filter element
EWA
WARNING
Do not use gasoline or organic (acid/alka-
line) volatile oil for washing.
TIP
After washing the element with air filter cleaner
or kerosene, squeeze and dry it completely.
ECA
NOTICE
Do not twist the element when squeezing
the element.
4. Check:
• Air filter element
Damage

Replace.
5. Apply:
• Foam-air-filter oil or equivalent oil to the ele-
ment
TIP
Squeeze out the excess oil. Element should be
wet but not dripping.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
Screw (throttle grip cap)
3.8 Nm (0.38 m·kgf, 2.8 ft·lbf)
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Oil application quantify
50 g
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