Cleaning The Air Filter Element - Yamaha 2001 V Star XVS650A Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw (× 3)

Cleaning the air filter element

The air filter element should be cleaned
at the intervals specified in the periodic
6
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Clean the air filter element more fre-
quently if you are riding in unusually
wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
2. Pull the air filter element out.
1. Air filter element
3. Lightly tap the air filter element to
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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.
1. Air filter element holder
2. Projection
3. Slot
4. Insert the air filter element into the
6-13
air filter case as shown.