52
Fuel Line lnspet:tion
In
spect the
fuellioe
from the fuel shutoff
va
l
ve
10
the
ca
rburetor (
Figure
79). If
it
is
cracked or
starting to deteriorate,
it
must
be
replaced. Make
sure
th
e hose clamps are
in
place and holding
sec
urel
y.
WARNING
A damaged
or
deteriorated fuel line
presenls a l'ery dangerousJire hazard
10
borh
the rider
and
the w!hicle
if
fuel
should spill onto a hot engine
or
exhaust pipe.
Cra
nkcase Breather
(U.S. Only)
In
spect the breather hose (Figure 80) from the
cy
linder head breather cove r
to
the
ai
r filter air
casco
If
it
is
cracked
or
starting
10
deteriorate
it
must be replaced. Make su re the hose clamps are
in
place and holding sec
ur
el
y.
Evaporntive
Em
ission
Contro
l System
(California Models Onl
y)
Fuel vapor from the fuel tank
is
routed into a
charcoal canister when the engine is stopped.
When the engine
is
sta
ned.
these vapors are drawn
through the valve, then into the carburet
or
and on
into the engine to
be
burned. Make sure all vacu-
um hoses are correctly rouled and attached.
In
spect
the hoses and replace any
if
necessary.
Refer
10
Chapter Seven for detailed information
on Ihe evaporative emission control system and for
vacuum hose routing.
CHAPTER THREE