Air/Fuel, Exhaust And Emission Control Systems; Fuel Tank Removal/Installation - Yamaha V star 1100 Owner's Manual

AIR/FUEL, EXHAUST AND
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
This chapter describes service procedures for the
air/fuel, exhaust and emission control systems. Dur-
ing inspection, compare measurements to the speci-
fications in the tables at the end of this chapter.
Replace any components that are worn, damaged or
out of specification. Tighten fasteners to the speci-
fied torque during assembly.
FUEL TANK
Refer to Figure 1.
WARNING
Some fuel may spill during the follow
ing procedure. Work in a well venti
lated area at least 50 feet from any
sparks or flames, including gas appli
ance pilot lights. Do not allow any
smoking in the area. Keep a B:C rated
fire extinguisher on hand.
CHAPTER EIGHT
Removal/Installation
During removal, label each hose and
its fitting. Also note how a hose is
routed through the frame. This as
sures that each hose will be connected
to the correct fitting and properly
routed during assembly.
1. Securely support the motorcycle on a level sur-
face.
2. Make sure the main switch is off.
3. Disconnect the electrical lead from the negative
battery terminal (Figure 2).
4. Turn the fuel valve (A, Figure 3) off.
5. Disconnect the fuel hose (A, Figure 4) from the
fuel valve fitting. Plug the fuel hose to keep out dirt
and other contaminants.
6. Remove the passenger and rider seats as de-
scribed in Chapter Fourteen.
7. Remove the fuel tank bolts (A, Figure 5).
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