Lubricating The Throttle Cable; Cleaning The Air Filter Element - Yamaha YZ250F 2016 Owner's Service Manual

LUBRICATING THE THROTTLE CABLE

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1. Remove:
• Cover (throttle cable cap) "1"
• Cover (grip cap) "2"
• Throttle grip cap "3"
2. Lubricate:
• Throttle cable end "a"
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
3. Install:
• Throttle grip cap
• Screw (throttle grip cap)
Screw (throttle grip cap)
3.8 Nm (0.38 m·kgf, 2.8 ft·lbf)
4. Install:
• Cover (grip cap)
• Cover (throttle cable cap)
EWA
WARNING
Check that the throttle grip moves smooth-
ly. If this does not move smoothly, correct
the installed positions.
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CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT

1. Remove:
• Fuel tank cap cover "1"
Refer to "FUEL TANK CAP" on page 1-19.
• Air filter case cover "2"
TIP
Loosen the quick fastener screw "3" and re-
move the air filter case cover.
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2. Remove:
• Air filter mounting bolt "1"
• Air filter element "2"
• Air filter guide "3" (from the air filter element)
3. Wash:
• Air filter element
EWA
WARNING
Do not use gasoline or organic (acid/alka-
line) volatile oil for washing.
TIP
After washing the element with air filter cleaner
or kerosene, squeeze and dry it completely.
ECA
NOTICE
Do not twist the element when squeezing
the element.
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