3 WORK 21
K00110-01
Main work
(EXC EU, EXC Six Days EU, EXC AU)
– Check throttle cable routing.
Both throttle cables must be routed, side by side, on the back of the handle-
bars and above the fuel tank bracket, to the throttle valve body.
» If the throttle cable routing is not as specified:
– Correct throttle cable routing.
K00158-01
(XC‑W, 500 EXC US)
– Check throttle cable routing.
Both throttle cables must be routed, side by side, on the back of the handle-
bars and above the fuel tank bracket, to the throttle valve body.
» If the throttle cable routing is not as specified:
– Correct throttle cable routing.
Finishing work
– Install the fuel tank. ( p. 19)
– Mount the seat. ( p. 15)
3.20 Opening the filler cap
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.