2002 Yamaha Motorsports Virago 250 Owners Manual - Page 52
2002 Yamaha Motorsports Virago 250 Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6. Pull the sponge material over the air filter element frame. 7. Insert the element into the air filter case, and then tighten the wing nut. EC000082* EAU01752 Adjusting the carburetor The carburetor is an important part of the engine and its emission control system, which requires very sophisticated adjustment. Therefore, carburetor adjustments should be left to Yamaha dealer, who has the necessary professional knowledge and experience. a. Throttle cable free play EAU00635 _ CAUTION: q Make sure that the air filter element is properly seated in the air filter case. q The engine should never be operated without the air filter element installed, otherwise the pistons and/or cylinders may become excessively worn. Adjusting the throttle cable free play The throttle cable free play should measure 3-5 mm (0.12-0.20 in) at the throttle grip. Periodically check the throttle cable free play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. 6 _ 8. Install the air filter element cover by installing the screws. 9. Install the air filter case cover by installing the bolts. 10. Tighten the clamp screw. 6-13