Yamaha 2001 YZ426F/LC Owner's Service Manual page 166

AIR FILTER CLEANING
EC35G040
AIR FILTER CLEANING
NOTE:
Proper air filter maintenance is the biggest key
to preventing premature engine wear and
damage.
CAUTION:
Never run the engine without the air filter
element in place; this would allow dirt and
dust to enter the engine and cause rapid
wear and possible engine damage.
1. Remove:
Seat
Fitting bolt 1
Washer 2
Air filter element 3
Filter guide 4
2. Clean:
Air filter element
Clean them with solvent.
NOTE:
After cleaning, remove the remaining solvent
by squeezing the element.
CAUTION:
Do not twist the element when squeezing
the element.
Leaving too much of solvent in the ele-
ment may result in poor starting.
3. Inspect:
Air filter element
Damage → Replace.
4. Apply:
Foam-air-filter oil or engine oil to the ele-
ment.
NOTE:
Squeeze out the excess oil. Element should
be wet but not dripping.
5. Install:
Filter guide 1
NOTE:
Align the projection a on filter guide with the
hole b in air filter element.
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