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Fuel System
Maintenance
Replacing the Fuel Pump Filter
Service Interval: Every 400 hours
DANGER
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion
from gasoline can burn you and others and can
damage property
• Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
• Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where a spark may
ignite the gasoline fumes.
1. Remove the seat from the machine to access the fuel
pump (Figure 54).
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Figure 54
1. Fuel pump
2. Unplug the wire harness connectors from the fuel
pump (Figure 55).
3. Remove the fuel pump assembly and fuel filter from
the tank (Figure 55).
4. Remove the clamp securing the fuel filter hose to the
fuel pump fitting. Remove the hose from the fitting
(Figure 55).
1. Fuel pump
2. Hose clamp
5. Insert the new hose clamp onto the new fuel filter hose.
6. Insert the hose onto the fuel pump and secure the
clamp.
7. Insert the assembly into the fuel tank and tighten the
cap to 175 to 200 in-lb (20 to 22 N-m).
8. Connect the wires and secure the hose with the hose
clamp.
9. Install the seat.
Servicing the Fuel Tank
Service Interval: Every 2 years—Drain and clean the fuel
Drain and clean the tank if the fuel system becomes
contaminated or if the machine will be stored for an extended
period of time. Use clean fuel to flush out the tank.
Inspecting the Fuel Lines and
Connections
Service Interval: Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever comes
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Inspect the fuel lines and connections for deterioration,
damage, or loose connections.
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Figure 55
3. Fuel line/fuel filter
tank.
first)
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