PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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8. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
CAUTION:
ECA10480
● Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
● The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
9. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
10. Place the fuel tank in the original
position, and then install the bolts.
WARNING
EWA11360
● Before placing the fuel tank in
the original position, make sure
that the fuel hoses are not dam-
aged. If any fuel hose is dam-
aged, do not start the engine but
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the hose, otherwise fuel may
leak.
● Make sure that the fuel hoses
are properly connected and
routed, and not pinched.
● Be sure to place the fuel tank
breather hose and the fuel tank
overflow hose in the original po-
sition.
11. Place the cowling in the original
position, and then install the bolts.
12. Install the panels.
13. Install the rider seat.
1. Air filter element
1. Fuel tank breather/overflow hose
2. Original position (paint mark)
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