PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR6-18619. Check the coolant level in the res-ervoir. If necessary, remove thecoolant reservoir cap, add coolantto the maximum level mark, andthen install the cap.20. Start the engine, and then checkthe vehicle for coolant leakage. Ifcoolant is leaking, have a Yamahadealer check the cooling system.21. Install the right air intake duct, andthen tighten the clamp screws.22. Place the fuel tank in the originalposition, and then install the bolts.23. Install the cowlings.24. Install the seat.EAU20931Cleaning the air filter elementThe air filter element should be cleanedat the intervals specified in the periodicmaintenance and lubrication chart.Clean the air filter element more fre-quently if you are riding in unusuallywet or dusty areas.1. Remove the seat. (See page 3-9.)2. Remove the fuel tank bolts.3. Lift the fuel tank to position it awayfrom the air filter case. (Do not dis-connect the fuel hoses!)WARNINGEWA10410 Make sure that the fuel tank iswell supported. Do not tilt or pull the fuel tanktoo much, otherwise the fuelhoses may come loose, whichcould cause fuel leakage.4. Remove the air filter case cover byremoving the screws and bolt.5. Pull the air filter element out.1. Fuel tank bolt1. Air filter case cover2. Screw3. BoltU5AH19E0.book Page 18 Thursday, May 13, 2004 4:23 AM
