2-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP PROCEDURES This section describes the servicing procedures for each item of the Periodic Maintenance requirements. AIR CLEANER Inspect every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months). Replace every 18 000 km (11 000 miles, 36 months). • Remove the front seat. (8-7) • Lift and support the fuel tank. (5-3) • Remove the air cleaner element by removing the screws. • Remove the air cleaner element. • Inspect the air cleaner element for clogging. If the air cleaner element is clogged with dust, replace the air cleaner element with a new one. E  L Do not blow the air cleaner element with compressed air. P NOTE: M If driving under dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element more frequently. Make sure that the air cleaner is in good condi- A tion at all times. The life of the engine depends largely on this component. S • Install a new air cleaner element in the reverse order of removal. • Remove the drain plug from the air cleaner box to allow any water to drain out.