Cleaning The Air Filter Element And Check Hose - Yamaha WR450F Owner's Manual

into the radiator until it is full.
Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:
1:1
Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion inhibitors
for aluminum engines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator capacity (including all
routes):
1.04 L (1.10 US qt, 0.92 Imp.qt)
7. Install the radiator cap, start the
engine, let it idle for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
8. Remove the radiator cap to check
the coolant level in the radiator. If
necessary, add sufficient coolant
until it reaches the bottom of the
radiator filler neck, and then install
the radiator cap.
9. Start the engine, and then check
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
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. Open the air filter case cover by
loosen the quick fastener screw
and pulling the case cover outward
as shown.
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1. Quick fastener screw
2. Air filter case cover
2. Unhook the holding clip, and then
pull the air filter element out.
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1. Holding clip
2. Air filter element
3. Remove the sponge material from
the air filter element frame, clean it
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