Cleaning The Air Filter Element - Yamaha XV1600A1999 Service Manual

CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT

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CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT
1. Remove:
S air filter case
Refer to "AIR FILTER CASE".
2. Remove:
S air filter case cover 1
S air filter element 2
3. Clean:
S air filter element
Apply compressed air to the inner surface of
the air filter element.
4. Check:
S air filter element
Damage ! Replace.
S O-ring
Damage ! Replace.
5. Install:
S air filter element
S air filter case cover
CAUTION:
Never operate the engine without the air fil-
ter element installed. Unfiltered air will
cause rapid wear of engine parts and may
damage the engine. Operating the engine
without the air filter element will also affect
the carburetor turning, leading to poor en-
gine performance and possible overheat-
ing.
NOTE:
When installing the air filter element into the air
filter case cover, make sure their sealing sur-
faces are aligned to prevent any air leaks.
6.Install:
S air filter case
Refer to "AIR FILTER CASE".
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