Yamaha NMAX 2016 Owner's Manual page 58

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
 The air filter element needs
more frequent replacement if
you are riding in unusually wet
or dusty areas.
 Do not clean the air filter ele-
ment by blowing it with com-
pressed air.
5. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
Cleaning the V-belt case check hose
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1. V-belt case check hose
1. Check the hose on the rear side of
the V-belt case for accumulated
dirt or water.
2. If dirt or water is visible, remove
the hose from the clamp, clean it,
and then install it.
TIP
If dirt or water was found in the check
hose, be sure to check the V-belt case
air filter element for excessive dirt or
damage and clean or replace it if nec-
essary.
Cleaning the V-belt case air filter el-
ement
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
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2. Remove the screws, and then pull
the V-belt case air filter element
cover outward and away from the
V-belt case.
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1. V-belt case air filter element cover
2. Screw
3. Pull the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment out, and then clean it with
solvent. After cleaning, remove
the remaining solvent by squeez-
ing the element. WARNING! Use
only a dedicated parts cleaning
solvent. To avoid the risk of fire
or explosion, do not use gaso-
line or solvents with a low flash
point.
[EWA10432]
damaging the air filter element,
handle it gently and carefully,
and do not twist it.
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1. V-belt case air filter element
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1
NOTICE: To avoid
[ECA10522]