2008 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 250 Owners Manual - Page 50
2008 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 250 Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 5. Remove the sponge material from the air filter element frame, clean it with solvent, and then squeeze the remaining solvent out. ECA10480 CAUTION: G G 6 1. Sponge material 2. Air filter element frame EWA10430 6. Apply oil of the recommended type to the entire surface of the sponge material, and then squeeze the excess oil out. NOTE: The air filter element should be wet but not dripping. Recommended oil: Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality foam air filter oil Make sure that the air filter element is properly seated in the air filter case. The engine should never be operated without the air filter element installed, otherwise the piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may become excessively worn. WARNING Use only a dedicated parts cleaning solvent. To avoid the risk of fire or explosion, do not use gasoline or solvents with a low flash point. ECA10510 9. Install the air filter case cover by installing the screws. 10. Connect the hoses to the air filter case. 11. Push the air filter case onto the air filter case joint, and then tighten the clamp screw. 12. Install the air filter case bolts. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the foam material, handle it gently and carefully, and do not twist or wring it. 7. Pull the sponge material over the air filter element frame. 8. Insert the element into the air filter case, and then tighten the wing nut. 6-14