PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-157EAU49663Replacing the air filter elementThe air filter element should be re-placed at the intervals specified in theperiodic maintenance and lubricationchart. Replace the air filter elementmore frequently if you are riding in un-usually wet or dusty areas.1. Remove the rider seat. (See page4-14.)2. Remove the fuel tank cowling boltson both sides.3. Pull the bottom of the cowling out-ward on both sides, then removethe cowling by moving it forward,and then lifting it up.4. Remove the fuel tank bolt on bothsides.5. Lift the front of the fuel tank, andcarefully tilt it back and away fromthe air filter case, but do not dis-connect the fuel hoses.WARNING! Make sure that thefuel tank is well supported. Donot tilt or pull the fuel tank toomuch, otherwise the fuel hosesmay come loose, which couldcause fuel leakage and a firehazard. [EWA10411]1. Fuel tank cowling2. Fuel tank cowling bolt121. Fuel tank bolt11. Air filter case2. Fuel tank1. Fuel tank hose1 21
