PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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2. Remove the air filter element, and
then blow out the dirt with com-
pressed air as shown.
3. Check the air filter element for
damage and replace it if neces-
sary.
4. Install the air filter element with the
colored side facing outward.
5. Install the V-belt case air filter cov-
ers by installing the screws.
CAUTION:
ECA10530
● Make sure that each filter ele-
ment is properly seated in its
case.
● The engine should never be op-
erated without the filter ele-
ments installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
EAU21382
Checking the throttle cable
free play
The throttle cable free play should mea-
sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if neces-
sary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
1. Screw
2. V-belt case air filter cover
1. V-belt case air filter element
1
2
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1
ZAUM0706
1. Throttle cable free play
1
ZAUM0051
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