Checking The Air Vent Hose - Yamaha Thundercat YZF600R Owner's Manual

7. Apply oil of the recommended type
to the entire surface of the sponge
material, and then squeeze the ex-
cess oil out.
NOTE:
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The air filter element should be wet but
not dripping.
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Recommended oil:
Engine oil
8. Insert the air filter element into the
air filter case.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
CAUTION:
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G Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
G
The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
pistons and/or cylinders may
become excessively worn.
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9. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
10. Place the fuel tank in the original
position, and then install the bolts.
WARNING
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G
Before installing the fuel tank,
make sure that the fuel hoses
are not damaged. If any fuel
hose is damaged, do not start
the engine but have a Yamaha
dealer replace the hose, other-
wise fuel may leak.
G Make sure that the fuel hoses
are properly connected and
routed, and not pinched.
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11. Install the seat.
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1. Air vent hose

Checking the air vent hose

Periodically check the air vent hose for
dust or water that may be deposited in
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the hose. If dust or water is found, re-
move the air vent hose, thoroughly
clean it, and then install it.
CAUTION:
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Do not operate the motorcycle with
the air vent hose removed.
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