Replacing The Air Filter Element - Yamaha TDM900 Owner's Manual

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.
1. Remove the seat.
page 3-13.)
2. Remove cowlings A and B as well
as panels A and
page 6-5.)
3. Remove the fuel tank bolts, and
then lift the fuel tank away from the
air filter case.
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(×2)
1. Bolt
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4. Remove the air filter case cover by
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removing the screws.
2
(See
(×8)
B. (See
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw
5. Pull the air filter element out.
1. Air filter element
6. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
CAUTION:
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Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
G
The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
7. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
8. Place the fuel tank in the original
position and install the bolts.
WARNING
G Before installing the fuel tank,
make sure that the fuel hoses
are not damaged. If any fuel
hose is damaged, do not start
the engine but have a Yamaha
dealer replace the hose, other-
wise fuel may leak.
G Make sure that the fuel hoses
are properly connected and
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