11
SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.32
Removing the fuel tank
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
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Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
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Switch off the engine for refueling.
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Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
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If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
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Observe the specifications for refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
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Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
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Do not inhale fuel vapors.
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In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
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Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
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Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
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Keep fuels correctly in a suitable canister, and out of the reach of children.
Main work
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Remove screws
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Remove the glass fiber yarn filling
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Clean the parts that need to be reinstalled and check for damage.
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Fit the new glass fiber yarn filling
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Slide outer tube
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Mount and tighten all screws
Guideline
Screws on the main silencer
H01759-10
Finishing work
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Install the main silencer. (
Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. (
(All SX models)
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Turn handle
(Figure A00016-10
(All XC models)
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Turn handle
(Figure A00023-10
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. Pull out inner tube
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from the inner tube.
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into the inner tube.
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over the inner tube with the new glass fiber yarn filling.
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of the fuel tap to the OFF position.
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of the fuel tap to the OFF position.
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M5
7 Nm (5.2 lbf ft)
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