Yamaha — Muffler Screen and Spark Arrester
Maintenance
From a Yamaha owner's manual covering: EF1600, EF2600, YG2600. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Before you start
- The engine and muffler will be very hot; avoid touching them.
- Use the wire brush lightly to avoid damaging the screen and spark arrester.
Procedure
- Remove the muffler screen.
- Use a flathead screwdriver to pry the spark arrester out from the muffler.
- Remove the spark arrester.
- Remove carbon deposits with a wire brush.
- Check the muffler screen and spark arrester; replace if damaged.
- Install the spark arrester, aligning projection with the muffler pipe hole.
- Install the muffler screen.
Tools required
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Source: Yamaha owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.