PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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WARNING
EWA10410
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Make sure that the fuel tank is
well supported.
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Do not tilt or pull the fuel tank
too much, otherwise the fuel
hoses may come loose, which
could cause fuel leakage.
4. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
5. Pull the air filter element out.
6. Check the condition of the air filter
element and replace it if it is dam-
aged or excessively dusty.
7. Insert the element into the air filter
case.
CAUTION:
ECA10480
●
Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
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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.
9. Place the fuel tank in the original
position, and then install the bolts.
WARNING
EWA11360
●
Before placing the fuel tank in
the original position, make sure
that the fuel hoses are not dam-
aged. If any fuel hose is dam-
aged, do not start the engine but
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the hose, otherwise fuel may
leak.
●
Make sure that the fuel hoses
are properly connected and
routed, and not pinched.
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
1. Air filter element
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