Air Cleaner Element Removal/Installation
- Refer to the Air Cleaner Element Replacement in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Air Cleaner Element Inspection
- Remove the air cleaner element (See Air Cleaner Element Replacement in the Periodic Maintenance chapter).
- Visually check the element [A] for tears or breaks.
If the element has any tears or breaks, replace the element.
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Cleaner Oil Draining
A drain hose is connected to the bottom of the air cleaner to drain water or oil accumulated in the cleaner part.
- Visually check the drain hose [A] if the water or oil accumulates.
If any water or oil accumulates in the hose, remove the plug [B] from the drain hose and drain it.
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Warning: Be sure to reinstall the plug in the drain hose after draining. Oil on tires will make them slippery and can cause an accident and injury.
Air Cleaner Housing Removal
Remove:
- Fuel Tank (See Fuel Tank Removal)
- Air Switching Valve (See Air Switching Valve), Removal in the Engine Top End chapter)
- Inlet Air Temperature Sensor Connector [A]
- Screws [B]
- Cover [C]
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- Disconnect the breather hose [A] on the upper crankcase.
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- Unscrew the bolts [A] and remove the air cleaner housing [B].
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Air Cleaner Housing Installation
- Install the clamp on the breather hose [A] so that its pinch heads [B] face the left.
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