2008 Yamaha Motorsports Vino Classic Owners Manual - Page 46

Air filter element and check hose, replacing and cleaning PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR check the antifreeze content of the coolant as soon as possible, otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will be reduced. EWA10380 EAUT1490 Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose 2 2. Pull the air filter element out. 3. Insert a new air filter element into the air filter case as shown. ECA10480 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 cC 8 Make sure that the air filter element is properly seated in the air filter case. 8 The engine should never be operated without the air filter element installed, otherwise the piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may become excessively worn. 4. Install the air filter case cover by installing the screws. To clean the air filter check hose 1. Check the hose on the side of the air filter case for accumulated dirt or water. 2. If dirt or water is visible, remove the hose, clean it, and then install it. w Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. NOTE: If the engine overheats, see page 6-25 for further instructions. EAU33030 1 ZAUM00** 3 Changing the coolant EWA10380 1. Air filter case cover 2. Air filter element 3. Air filter check hose w Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. The coolant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Have a Yamaha dealer change the coolant. The air filter element should be replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. In addition, the air filter check hose must be frequently checked and cleaned if necessary. To replace the air filter element 1. Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws. 6-12