Replacing The Air Filter Element - Yamaha Midnight Star XVS950A Owner's Manual

9. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
TIP
After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if the
oil level is sufficient.
NOTICE
If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on even if the oil level is
correct, immediately turn the engine
off and have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle.
10. Turn the engine off, wait a few min-
utes until the oil settles, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Replacing the air filter element

The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
To replace the air filter element
1. Remove the air filter case cover by
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removing the bolts.
2
1
1. Bolt
2. Air filter case cover
2. Pull the air filter element out.
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1. Air filter element
3. Insert a new air filter element into
1
4. Install the air filter case cover by in-
6-12
1
the air filter case. NOTICE: Make
sure that the air filter element is
properly seated in the air filter
case. The engine should never
be operated without the air filter
element installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively
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stalling the bolts.
6
worn.