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INSPECTING FUEL FILTER

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Gasoline (petrol) is highly flammable, and its vapors are flammable and explosive.

8 If you have any question about properly doing this procedure, consult your Yamaha dealer.

8 Do not perform this procedure on a hot or running engine. Allow the engine to cool.

8 There will be fuel in the fuel filter. Keep away from sparks, cigarettes, flames or other sources of ignition.

8 This procedure will allow some fuel to spill. Catch fuel in a rag. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.

8 The fuel filter must be reassembled carefully with O-ring, filter cup, and hoses in place. Improper assembly or replacement can result in a fuel leak, which could result in a fire or explosion hazard.

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If any water is in the fuel, the float 7 will rise. If so, remove the cup and drain the water.

1)Loosen and remove the locking tab bolt and tab 1. Slightly loosen the fil- ter cup ring nut 2.

2)Remove the filter cup 3, catching any spilled fuel in a rag.

3)Remove the filter element 4, and wash it in solvent.

Allow it to dry. Inspect the filter ele- ment and O-ring 5 to make sure they are in good condition. Replace them if necessary.

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