Cleaning The Air Filter Element And Check Hose - Yamaha WR250XZ(C Owner's Manual

18. Start the engine, and then check
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
19. Install the panels.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
Cleaning the air filter element
and check hose
The air filter element should be cleaned
or replaced at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. Clean or, if necessary, re-
place the air filter element more
frequently if you are riding in unusually
wet or dusty areas. In addition, the air
filter check hose must be frequently
checked and cleaned if necessary.
To clean the air filter element
1. Remove panel B. (See page 7-9.)
2. Open the air filter case cover by re-
moving the screw and pulling the
case cover outward as shown.
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1
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
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3. Unhook the holding clip, and then
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pull the air filter element out.
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1. Holding clip
2. Air filter element
4. Remove the sponge material from
the air filter element frame, clean it
with solvent, and then squeeze the
remaining solvent out. WARNING!
Use only a dedicated parts
cleaning solvent. To avoid the
risk of fire or explosion, do not
use gasoline or solvents with a
low flash point.
To avoid damaging the foam
material, handle it gently and
carefully, and do not twist or
wring it.
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