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4. Push locking tab down, so that it is flush with the fuel
filler cap.
NOTE
Locking tab should snap down tightly, but not so tight that it
becomes too difficult to remove. To increase or decrease the
tension required to operate the locking tab, turn the fuel filler
cap over and either loosen or tighten the 10mm nut. See B of
Figure 4-4.
FUEL SUPPLY VALVE
Operation
The fuel supply valve is located under the fuel tank on the left
side of the vehicle. The gasoline supply to the carburetor is
dependent upon the position of the valve handle. See upper
frame of Figure 4-5.
Turning the 3-position valve handle to the fully vertical posi-
tion shuts the gasoline supply to the carburetor OFF. Moving
the valve handle counter-clockwise to the horizontal position
turns the main fuel supply ON. Turning the handle clockwise
to the horizontal position accesses the RES(ERVE) supply.
See Figure 4-5.
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WARNING
To prevent accidental flooding of the engine or surround-
ing area with gasoline, always turn the fuel supply valve
to OFF when the engine is not running. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and highly explosive. Inadequate
safety precautions could result in death or serious injury.
NOTE
To maintain a reserve supply, do not operate the motorcycle
with the valve in the RES(ERVE) position after refueling.
Removal
NOTE
Clean or replace fuel filter strainer every 20,000 miles.
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WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive.
When servicing the fuel system, do not smoke or allow
open flame or sparks in the vicinity. Inadequate safety
precautions could result in death or serious injury.
1. Remove seat. Depress latch at bottom and pull seat up
and back to remove. See
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WARNING
To protect against shock and accidental start-up of vehi-
cle, disconnect the negative battery cable before pro-
ceeding. Inadequate safety precautions could result in
death or serious injury.
2. Unthread bolt and remove battery negative cable (black)
from battery negative (-) terminal.
3. Drain fuel tank as follows:
WARNING
WARNING
Figure 4-1.
WARNING
A
Bottom of
Fuel Cap
Boot
WARNING LABEL
a0184x4x
Correct
B
Nut
10mm
Figure 4-4. Remove Tank Cover/Fuel Tank
a. Rotate handle on the fuel supply valve to the fully
vertical position to shut the gasoline supply to the
carburetor OFF. See A of
b. Some gasoline will drain from the outlet hose when
disconnected from the fuel valve. Thoroughly wipe
up any spilt fuel immediately. Dispose of rags in a
suitable manner. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and highly explosive. Inadequate safety precautions
could result in death or serious injury.
c. Turn slotted screw to loosen band clamp on outlet
fitting at side of fuel valve. Pull hose from fitting.
d. Attach length of spare hose to outlet fitting. Place
free end of hose into a suitable container.
e. Rotate handle of fuel supply valve to RES(ERVE) to
start the flow of fuel. See C of
2002 Buell P3: Fuel System
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Wrong
O-Ring
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Figure 4-5.
Figure 4-5.
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