Suzuki gw250F Owner's Manual page 63

NOTICE
Failure to inspect the air cleaner
element frequently if the vehicle is
used in dusty, wet, or muddy con-
ditions can damage your motorcy-
cle. The air cleaner element can
become clogged under these con-
ditions, and engine damage may
result.
Always inspect the air cleaner ele-
ment after riding in severe condi-
tions. Clean
element as necessary. If water
gets in the air cleaner case, imme-
diately clean the element and the
inside of the case.
1. Remove the fuel tank by referring
to the FUEL TANK REMOVAL
section.
2. Remove the two screws 1.
3. Slide the air cleaner cover 2
upward.
or replace the
4. Remove the air cleaner element
3.
5. Carefully use an air hose to blow
the dust from the air cleaner ele-
ment.
NOTE: Always apply air pressure to
the mesh side of the air cleaner ele-
ment only. If you apply air pressure to
the fabric side, dirt will be forced into
the pores of the element, restricting
the air flow through the element.
NOTICE
A torn air cleaner element will
allow dirt to enter the engine and
can damage the engine.
Replace the air cleaner element
with a new one if it is torn. Care-
fully examine the air cleaner ele-
ment for tears during cleaning.
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