Spark Arrester Cleaning - Yamaha RAPTOR 700 Owner's Manual

NOTE:
The air filter element should be cleaned every
20-40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricated
more often if the ATV is operated in extremely
dusty areas. Each time air filter element mainte-
nance is performed, check the air inlet to the air
filter case for obstructions. Check the air intake
duct between the air filter case and the throttle
body and the manifold fittings for an airtight seal.
Tighten all fittings securely to avoid the possibili-
ty of unfiltered air entering the engine.
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Never operate the engine with the air filter
element removed. This will allow unfiltered
air to enter the engine, causing rapid engine
wear and possible
Additionally, operation without the air filter
element will affect the fuel injection system
with subsequent poor performance and pos-
sible engine overheating.
engine damage.
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Spark arrester cleaning

Select a well-ventilated area free of combustible
materials and make sure the exhaust and muf-
fler are cool.
1. Remove the bolt.
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1. Bolt
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