Yamaha YZFR1V(C), Owner'S Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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CAUTION:
ECA12880
When removing the air filter case
cover, be careful not to allow foreign
objects to drop into the air intake
manifold.
6. Remove the air filter element.
7. Install a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
CAUTION:
ECA10480
●
Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
●
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.
8. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws, and then install
the rubber cap.
9. Place the fuel tank in its original
position, and then install the bolts.
WARNING
EWA12380
● Before installing the fuel tank,
make sure that the fuel hoses
are not damaged. If any fuel
hose is damaged, do not start
the engine. Have a Yamaha
dealer replace the hose, other-
wise fuel may leak.
● Make sure that the fuel hoses
are properly connected and
routed, and are not pinched.
● Be sure to place the fuel tank
breather/overflow hose in its
original position.
1. Rubber cap
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
1. Air filter element
1. Fuel tank breather/overflow hose
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