Cleaning The V-Belt Case Air Filter Element - Yamaha MBK MW125 2014 Service Manual

2. Check:
• Air filter element
Damage → Replace.
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• Replace the air filter element every 20000 km
(12500 mi) of operation.
• The air filter needs more frequent service if you
are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
• Do not clean by blowing the compression air.
3. Install:
• Air filter element
• Air filter case cover
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NOTICE
Never operate the engine without the air filter
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 throttle body
tuning, leading to poor engine performance
and possible overheating.
TIP
When installing the air filter element into the air
filter case, make sure that the sealing surfaces
are aligned to prevent any air leaks.
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CLEANING THE V-BELT CASE AIR FILTER
ELEMENT
TIP
Check the V-belt case air filter check hose "1"
that is located on the rear side of the V-belt case.
If dust or water or both collects in the hose, clean
the hose and replace the V-belt case air filter el-
ement.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
1. Remove:
• V-belt case air filter element cover "1"
• V-belt case air filter element "2"
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2. Clean:
• V-belt case air filter element
(with solvent)
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WARNING
Never use low flash point solvents, such as
gasoline, to clean the V-belt case air filter el-
ement. Such solvents may cause a fire or an
explosion.
TIP
After cleaning, gently squeeze the V-belt case
air filter element to remove the excess solvent.
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NOTICE
Do not twist the V-belt case air filter element
when squeezing it.
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