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MAINTENANCE
Fuel System
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Gasoline is very fl ammable under certain conditions
◆ You must be extremely careful when dealing with
gasoline.
◆ When refueling, the engine must be shut off and must
be done outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
◆ At or near the refueling or gasoline storage location.
No smoking, no open fl ames or sparks.
◆ Do not overfl ow when refueling. Do not fi ll the tank to
the neck.
◆ If gasoline gets on your skin or clothes, wash them
with soap and water immediately and change clothes.
Fuel Filter
Symptoms of a restricted fuel tank vent include the
following: collapsing fuel tank, engine miss or hesitation,
loss of engine performance or high exhaust temperatures.
【A】Fuel Filter 1
【B】Fuel Filter 2
◆ The fuel filter [A] is located behind the passenger
seat and can be seen by removing the passenger
seat and the maintenance cover behind it. The fuel
fi lter [B] is located on the left under the driver's seat,
visible when the driver's seat is removed.
◆ Locate and inspect the in-line filter. Note the
direction of the arrow on the fi lter if removed.
◆ If there is debris visible in the fi lter, replace it.
◆ Be sure to install the fi lter in the orientation shown
in the previous photo.
◆ Check the fuel tank vent line for signs of wear,
deterioration or damage. Replace vent line if
necessary.
◆ Be sure the vent line is routed properly and secured
with cable tie(s).
Make sure vent line is not kinked or pinched.
FUEL SYSTEM AND AIR INTAKE
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