Cleaning The Air Filter - APRILIA RS 125 Workshop Manual

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
2.2.4.

CLEANING THE AIR FILTER

• Check the air filter every 4000 km (2485 mi) or 12
months; change it every 8000 km (4970 mi) or more
frequently if the vehicle has been used on dusty or wet
roads.
•
A partial cleaning of the air filter is allowed after riding
in dusty or rainy conditions.
WARNING
The partial cleaning of the filter does not
exclude or postpone the replacement of the
filter itself.
Do not start the engine when the air filter is not
in place.
Do not clean the filtering element with petrol or
solvents, since they may cause a fire in the fuel
supply system, with serious danger for the
persons in the vicinity and for the vehicle.
CLEANING
•
Remove the air filter, see (REMOVING THE AIR
FILTER)
• Wash the filtering element with clean, non-inflammable
solvents or solvents with high volatility point, then let it
dry thoroughly.
•
Apply filter oil or a thick oil (SAE 80W - 90) over the
entire filter surface and then squeeze the filter to
eliminate excess oil.
WARNING
Check to ensure the filtering element is not torn
while cleaning it.
Replace the filtering element if torn.
NOTE The filtering element should be soaked in oil, but not
to the point of dripping.
• Clean the outside of the air filter with a clean cloth.
•
Clean the inside of the air box with a clean cloth.
• Clean the intake ducts.
CHANGE
WARNING
Do not use filters that have already been used.
Change the air filter with a new one of the same type.
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