The air cleaner intake allows air to enter the fuel system. Never allow anything to restrict the flow of air into the air cleaner. A restricted air cleaner will reduce performance and increase exhaust emissions.

A. Air Cleaner Intake
Tool Kit
Front Footpeg PositionStem, Stem Bearing Removal
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Front Fender (see Front Fender Removal in the Frame
chapter)
Front Wheel (see Front Wheel Removal in the
Wheels/Tires chapter)
Steering Stem Head with Handlebars (see Handlebar
Removal)
Fron ...
Air Intake Solenoid Valve Unit Test
Remove the air intake solenoid valve (see Air Intake Solenoid
Valve Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter).
Set the hand tester [A] to the × 1 Ω range and connect it
to the air intake solenoid valve terminals as shown in the
figure.
Special Tool - Hand Tester: 57001-1394
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Cylinder Head Cover Installation
Replace the cylinder head cover gasket [A] with a new
one
Using a high flash-point solvent, clean off any oil or dirt
that may be on the silicone sealant coating area. Dry
them with a clean cloth.
Apply silicone sealant [B] to the cylinder head as shown
in the figure.
Sealant - Li ...