Yamaha QBIX LTV125 Owner's Manual page 77

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1. V-belt air filter case cover
3. Remove the element by pulling it
out.
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1. Air filter element
4. Clean the element with solvent,
and then squeeze the remaining
solvent out.
5. Check the element for damage
and replace it if necessary.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment
6. Apply oil of the recommended
type to the entire surface of the el-
ement, and then squeeze the ex-
cess oil out. WARNING! Use only
a dedicated parts cleaning sol-
vent. To avoid the risk of fire or
explosion, do not use gasoline
or solvents with a low flash
NOTICE: To avoid
point.
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damaging the air filter element,
handle it gently and carefully,
and do not twist it.
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The element should be wet but not
dripping.
Recommended oil:
Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil
7. Install the element into the filter
case.
8. Place the air filter case cover in its
original position, and then install
the bolts. NOTICE: Make sure
that each filter element is prop-
erly seated in its case. The en-
gine should never be operated
without the filter elements in-
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stalled, otherwise the piston(s)
and/or cylinder(s) may become
excessively worn.
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Cleaning the air filter caps and
check hose
1. Check each cap at the bottom of
the air filter case and the hose at
the bottom of the V-belt case for
accumulated dirt or water.
2. If dirt or water is visible, remove
the hose or caps from their clamp.
3. Drain dirt or water into a proper
container.
4. Install the air filter check hose or
caps to the original position.
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The air filter check hose or caps need
more frequent cleaning after riding in
the rain, washing the vehicle, or in case
of overturn. If the check hose or caps
are clogged, have a Yamaha dealer
service the vehicle.
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