Lubricating The Throttle Cable; Cleaning The Air Filter Element - Yamaha WR450F Owner's Service Manual

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LUBRICATING THE THROTTLE CABLE

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1. Remove:
• Cover (throttle cable cap) "1"
• Cover (grip cap) "2"
• Throttle grip cap "3"
2. Lubricate:
• Throttle cable end "a"
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
3. Install:
• Throttle grip cap
• Screw (throttle grip cap)
Screw (throttle grip cap)
3.8 Nm (0.38 m·kgf, 2.8 ft·lbf)
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4. Install:
• Cover (grip cap)
• Cover (throttle cable cap)
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WARNING
Check that the throttle grip moves smooth-
ly. If this does not move smoothly, correct
the installed positions.

CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT

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1. Remove:
• Fuel tank cap cover "1"
Refer to "FUEL TANK CAP" on page 1-20.
• Air filter case cover "2"
TIP
Loosen the quick fastener screw "3" and re-
move the air filter case cover.
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2. Remove:
• Air filter mounting bolt "1"
• Air filter element "2"
• Air filter guide "3" (from the air filter element)
3. Wash:
• Air filter element
EWA
WARNING
Do not use gasoline or organic (acid/alka-
line) volatile oil for washing.
TIP
After washing the element with air filter cleaner
or kerosene, squeeze and dry it completely.
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