Suzuki VL800 Manual page 73

7. Carefully use an air hose to
blow the dust from the air
cleaner element.
NOTE: Always apply air pressure
to the mesh side of the air cleaner
element only. If you apply air pres-
sure to the fabric side, dirt will be
forced into the pores of the ele-
ment, 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.
Carefully examine
cleaner element
during cleaning.
8. Reinstall the air cleaner ele-
NOTE: Be careful not to spray
water on the air cleaner box when
cleaning the motorcycle.
the air
for tears
7-12
ment in reverse order of
removal. Be sure that the air
cleaner element is securely in
position and
sealed.
NOTICE
Failure to position the air
cleaner element properly can
allow dirt to bypass the air
cleaner element. This will
cause engine damage.
Be sure to properly install the
air cleaner element.
is properly