12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 70
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Main work
–
Remove screws
.
–
Pull out inner tube
.
–
Remove glass fiber yarn filling
from the inner tube.
– Clean the parts that need to be reinstalled and check for damage.
–
Mount the new glass fiber yarn filling
on the inner tube.
–
Position outer tube
over the inner tube with the new glass fiber yarn filling.
–
Mount and tighten screws
.
Guideline
Screws on the main silencer M5 7 Nm (5.2 lbf ft)
Finishing work
– Install the main silencer. ( p. 69)
12.31 Removing the fuel tank
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
– Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
– The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and may emerge if overfilled. Follow the instructions on refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
– Fuel must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. Do not breathe in the fuel vapors. If contact occurs with
the eyes, rinse with water immediately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with
soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that has been contaminated with
fuel. Store fuel properly in a suitable canister and keep away from children.
Preparatory work
– Remove the seat. ( p. 66)
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Main work
–
Turn handle
of the fuel tap to the OFF position. (Figure 602702-10 p. 17)
– Pull off the fuel hose.
Info
Remaining fuel may run out of the fuel hose.
–
Remove screws
with the collar sleeve.
(All EXC models)
– Hang the horn and horn bracket to one side.
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Remove screw
with the rubber bushing.
– Remove the tube from the fuel tank vent line.