Replacing The Air Filter Element - Yamaha YZFR6V Service Manual

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Handlebar side
a. Turn the adjusting bolt "1" in direction "a" or
"b" until the specified clutch lever free play is
obtained.
Direction "a"
Clutch lever free play is increased.
Direction "b"
Clutch lever free play is decreased.
NOTE:
If the specified clutch lever free play cannot be
obtained on the handlebar side of the cable, use
the adjusting nut on the engine side.
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Engine side
a. Loosen the locknut "1".
b. Turn the adjusting nut "2" in direction "a" or "b"
until the specified clutch lever free play is ob-
tained.
Direction "a"
Clutch lever free play is increased.
Direction "b"
Clutch lever free play is decreased.
c. Tighten the locknut "1".
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REPLACING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT

1. Remove:
• Rider seat
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
• Fuel tank
Refer to "FUEL TANK" on page 7-1.
• Upper air filter case
Refer to "AIR FILTER CASE" on page 7-5.
2. Remove:
• Air filter element "1"
3. Check:
• Air filter element
Damage → Replace.
NOTE:
• Replace the air filter element every 40000 km
(2400 mi) of operation.
• The air filter needs more frequent service if you
are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
4. Install:
• Air filter element
EC2C01007
CAUTION:
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 the throttle
body synchronization, leading to poor en-
gine performance and possible overheating.
NOTE:
When installing the air filter element into the low-
er air filter case, make sure that the sealing sur-
faces are aligned to prevent any air leaks.
5. Install:
• Upper air filter case
Refer to "AIR FILTER CASE" on page 7-5.
• Fuel tank
Refer to "FUEL TANK" on page 7-1.
• Rider seat
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
ENGINE
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