2002 Ducati Superbike 998 Owners Manual - Page 111

Cleaning and changing air filters (fig. 27.2) The air box is accessible after removing the body panels and the headlamp fairing (see pages 37 and 38). Undo the eight fastening screws of the outer cover (1, fig. 27.1). Remove the cover but leave it hanging from the turn indicator cable. Do not remove the reduction element (4, 998 only) from its seat. Remove the filter (2, fig. 27.2) from its seat on the inner cover (3). Clean the filter cartridge with compressed air or fit a new one, if needed. Important A dirty filter will reduce air intake, increase fuel consumption, reduce engine power, and foul the spark plugs. Do not use the motorcycle without filter or suspended matters could get into the engine and cause damage. Install the filter properly into its seat on the inner cover and refit all the parts you have removed. E fig. 27.1 3 998 4 2 Important If you are using the motorcycle on dusty or very wet roads, replace filter more frequently than recommended intervals shown in the routine maintenance chart (see Warranty Card). 1 3 2 fig. 27.2 39