Cleaning The Air Filter Element - Yamaha DragStar XVS1100A Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw (× 3)

Cleaning the air filter element

The air filter element should be cleaned
as follows at the intervals specified in
6
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. Clean the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
2. Pull the air filter element out.
3. Lightly tap the air filter element to
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remove most of the dust and dirt,
and then blow the remaining dirt
out with compressed air as shown.
If the air filter element is damaged,
replace it.
1. Air filter element
2. Projection
3. Slot
4. Insert the air filter element into the
CAUTION:
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5. Install the air filter case cover by
6-11
air filter case as shown.
G Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
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The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
pistons and/or cylinders may
become excessively worn.
installing the screws.
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