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Old Mar 5, 2016 | 02:33 PM
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Could any one tell me how best to remove the round buttonsthat cover the breather ports on the heavy breather without causing damage. Iam installing a new air cleaner and do not want to damage the buttons orbacking plate. I have enclosed a picture, to show what I am talking about.
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Old Mar 5, 2016 | 03:52 PM
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I pried the edge up a little bit with an old credit card and got it started that way.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2016 | 07:39 PM
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The buttons are just held in with o-rings. Just use care and gently pry them a little all around and they will come off.
 
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Old Mar 6, 2016 | 08:51 AM
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thanks
 
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