Suzuki V-Strom DL650 2017 Manual page 88

5. Carefully use an air hose to
blow the dust from the air
cleaner element.
NOTE: Always apply air pressure
to the mesh side of the air cleaner
element only. If you apply air pres-
sure to the fabric side, dirt will be
forced into the pores of the ele-
ment, restricting the air flow
through the element.
Installation
Reinstall the cleaned element or
new air
reverse order of removal. Be
absolutely sure that the element
is securely in position and is seal-
ing properly.
NOTICE
A torn air cleaner element will
allow dirt to enter the engine
and can damage the engine.
Replace the air cleaner element
with a new one if it is torn.
Carefully
cleaner element for tears dur-
ing cleaning.
NOTICE
Failure to position the air
cleaner element properly can
allow dirt to bypass the air
cleaner element. This will
cause engine damage.
Be sure to properly install the
air cleaner element.
NOTE: Be careful not to spray
water on the air cleaner box when
cleaning the motorcycle.
Reinstall the fuel tank.
NOTE: Check that the fuel tank
drain hose and breather hose are
not bent before reinstalling the
fuel tank.
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cleaner element
examine the
in
air