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FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL TANK
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Inspect the fuel tank. If crack, leakage, or deterio-
ration is found, replace the tank.
If water or other contamination is found, drain and
clean the tank.
Check that the fuel tank vent opens and relieves
internal tank pressure properly.
If vent does not work, replace the tank cap.
Installation
Installation is reverse order of removal with spe-
cial attention to the following steps.
Place the fuel tank bracket in position.
Install the fuel tank and recoil starter.
Check the fuel hose routing. Refer to WIRE/HOSE
ROUTING on p. 145.
Check for fuel leakage.
Fuel Tank 005998
Fuel Tank Cap and Vent 005999
1. Fuel tank bracket 006000
WARNING
Failure to check for fuel leakage could
allow a leak to go undetected, resulting in
fire or explosion.
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